Families

The Kane County Board recently recognized the dedication of KDOT's public works professionals during a board meeting.

Kane County Proclamation Recognizes Public Works Professionals

​In Kane County, public works professionals at the Kane County Divisio...
Sienna is available for adoption at Kane County Animal Control.

Kane County Animal Control Pet of the Week - Sienna

​She has a face made for kisses and a squat little body made for hugs ...
On May 16, the Kane County Sheriff's Office announced it would step up enforcement efforts through Memorial Day weekend to remind motorists to "Click It or Ticket."

This Memorial Day, Click It - Don't Risk It

​​Summer is just around the corner, and while travel plans may vary, o...
Since 2016,  Kane County has helped financially support a total of 317 housing units

Kane County Shares $1.7 Million in Grants for Community Improvement/Affordable Housing

​Since its inception 26 years ago, Kane County has administered $35...
The widow of Steven Chidester honors his memory every year with a message about road safety.

Widow Advocates for Safer Roads in Memory of Kane County Worker

​The widow of a Kane County Division of Transportation (KDOT) worker w...
Eastern phoebes show a preference for nesting in sheltered locations.  They'll also refurbish and reuse their nests, often returning to the same site year after year.  Credit:  iStock/Carol Hamilton

Good Natured: Eastern Phoebes

​Last month the St...
Kane County Youth Preparedness

Kane County Youth Preparedness

​Kane County Office of Emergency Management is excited to announce tha...
Coroner Rob Russell at memorial service in 2022

Kane County Coroner to Hold Memorial for Unclaimed Individuals

​Kane County Coroner Rob Russell, along with Pastor Talaat McNeely fro...
Volunteer to Help Restore Geneva Creek

Volunteer Event to Clean Up Geneva Creek Corridor May 11

The Kane County Forest Preserve District is working to resto...
In preparation for the performance of its life, a periodical cicada emerges from its nymphal exoskeleton.  The dark spots behind the eyes are clusters of pigment that will spread across the body as the insect ages.  Photo credit:  Don Cornett/iStock

Good Natured: Cicadas' Performance of a Lifetime

​If you've ever attended a theater production, you're probably familia...
"Nurses Make the Difference"

Kane County Health Department Thanks Public Health Nurses During National Nurses Week

​The Kane County Health Department (KCHD) is proud to kick off Nationa...