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Hairy woodpeckers can be distinguished from downies by their larger size, larger bill in relation to the head and a lack of spots on the outer tail feathers. Credit: Carol Hamilton

Good Natured: Hairy Woodpeckers

Although the word “hairy" isn't itself inherently bad, it's ofte...

A little goes a long way when it comes to salting your driveway or walkway.

Smart Salting for a Better Environment

The next time a snow storm hits, hold the salt...

UPDATE: Early Spring on the Way ----- Winter's Last Stand or an Early Spring Surprise in Kane County; Only the Groundhog Knows

2/2/24 UPDATE: Woodstock Willie declares an early...

Despite attempts to eradicate it, the spongy (formerly gypsy) moth continues to impact trees throughout our area. This female, full of eggs, was found in Mt. St. Mary Park in St. Charles in July 2023.

Good Natured: Steps to Kick Invasive Species to the Curb

Over the past couple of weeks, we've established that a) hitchhiking,...

Kane County will be hosting public input sessions in Aurora, Geneva and Elgin on a draft of its first Climate Action Implementation Plan.

Climate Action Plan Public Sessions in Aurora and Elgin

Kane County is hosting its final two public input sessions ...

Three communities in Kane County will receive upgrades to their electric vehicle chargers.

Three Kane County Communities Tapped for EV Charging Station Upgrades

Batavia, Elgin and Geneva are among selected communities statewide t...

A resource fair for Kane County veterans will be held Feb. 2 in Batavia.

Resource Fair for Kane County Veterans Feb. 2 in Batavia

The Kane County Veterans Assistance Commission is hosting a Veterans...

Kane County Veterans Resource Fair - Ride in Kane

Kane County Veterans are invited to learn about free transportation o...

Kane County Animal Control Pet of the Week - Rubbery Ducky

“The cat's natural charisma ensures that everyone will notice them...

$Having hitchhiked a ride to Illinois from California, and despite a fractured shell, this snail is now living comfortably in a terrarium in DeKalb County. Photo by Peggy Anesi$

Good Natured: Esther Duncan the Hitchhiking Snail

Growing up we had the best neighbors a kid could hope for: Harry ...

Kane County Animal Control offers advice for residents to keep their pets safe during extreme cold temperatures.

Kane County Animal Control Provides Pet Safety Tips for Freezing Winter Temperatures

As subzero temperatures blanket the area, Kane County Animal Con...

Marcescence not only is a great word, but also an interesting phenomemon to observe in the winter landscape.

Good Natured: Marcescent Trees

Don't you just love a good word...

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