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Photo by Keeping Moments Photography © Forest Preserve District of Kane County

Bison make a return to Kane County prairie, after 200+ years

With a few steps off a trailer and onto Burlington Prairie Forest Preserve in Sycamore, American bison, also known as buffalo, have made a triumphant return to Kane County prairie, for the first time in more than 200 years...
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Kane County families finalize adoptions on National Adoption Day

Adoption Day Brings New Beginnings for Local Families in Kane County

On November 24, 2025, nine Kane County families gathered to finalize the adoptions of ten children during a special event recognizing National Adoption Day, a collective, grassroots effort to raise awareness of the more than 100,000 children in foster car...
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Map courtesy of Catherine McKenna -  Planner/GIS Specialist Kane County Development & Community Services Dept.

Where to Find a Holiday Tree in Kane County

Looking to bring home the perfect holiday tree this season...
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Paint Recycling and Safe Disposal

New Paint Recycling Program with 16 Local Drop-Off Locations

Kane County residents now have more options to recycle paint and home coatings, thanks to a new program offering 16 retail drop-off sites in and near the county...
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Consider carrying naloxone during the holiday season

Kane County Health Department Encourages Community to Carry Naloxone During the Holiday Season

​As families gather and holiday activities ramp up, the Kane County He...
Elburn officially has its first village flag

Elburn Debuts Its First Official Village Flag

Elburn officially has its first village flag, which made its debut on ...
Adam Schauer

Kane County Welcomes Adam Schauer as New Director of Workforce Development

​The Kane County Board is pleased to announce the hiring of Adam Schau...
Meet Pluto

Kane County Animal Control Pet of the Week - Pluto

“Everything that moves, serves to interest and amuse a cat...