Families

Kane County Free CPR Classes

Kane County Health Department and Sheriff’s Office Join Forces to Offer Free CPR Classes

​Kane County Health Department and Sheriff’s Office Join Forces to Off...
Veterans Service Officer Steven Wells, Veterans Service Officer Jesus Arteaga, FOP's John Stoffa, Veterans Assistance Commission Supt. Jake Zimmerman

Holiday Donations Support Local Veterans and Families

​In an office on the first floor of the Kane County Government Center,...
If you've got a naturalist on your gift list, there's still time to track down some of these tried-and-true favorites, including pants with pockets, lip balm and multitools.

Good Natured: Gift Ideas for the Naturalist

​With the ho-ho-holiday gift-giving deadline just around the corner, I...
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Sustainable Celebrations: A Guide to an Eco-Friendly Holiday

With the holiday's right around the corner, it is a busy time of the y...
Snapshot of Housing Market and Ability to Find an Affordable Home

Searching for a Place to Call Home in Kane County

In November, Eileen McNamee, the Executive Director of PADS of Elgin, ...
Winter wonderland at LeRoy Oakes Forest Preserve. ❄️ Captured last year by Communications & Marketing Coordinator Brittany Kovach.

2023/24 Kane County Forest Preserve Winter Photo Contest

​Share your winter photos of local flora and fauna and other exciting...
Meet Poppy!

Kane County Animal Control Pet of the Week - Poppy

“There's just something about dogs that makes you feel good...
Rabies Tag

New Kane County Animal Control Rabies Tag Fees Effective January 1, 2024

​As of January 1, 2024, all Kane County Animal Control (KCAC) rabies t...
Initiatives to coordinate access to treatment and resources to support youth and families.

Federal Rescue Funds Drive Kane County's Mental Health Enhancement Initiatives

​The Kane County Board has allocated nearly $10 million in federal pan...
The "fluff" in this photo is milkweed floss, carried up to a vacated bird nest by an industrious mouse.  Buoyant, soft and water resistant, milkweed floss is a material with many desirable characteristics.

Good Natured: Milkweed Floss

​Let's take a moment, shall we, during this festive time of year, to c...
Annual Holiday Giving Program

CASA Kane County Launches 2023 Annual Holiday Giving Program to Bring Joy and Support to Children in Foster Care

​CASA Kane County, a leading advocate for children in the foster care ...
Jim Benes

Batavia Resident Takes People Back to 'Christmas Past'

​For decades, Jim Benes of Batavia has been taking the public on a nos...