Community Involvement

Bicycles collected during past recycling event

Kane County Recycling Extravaganza Returns July 19 — Featuring Hesed House and Flat Can Recycling

​The Kane County Recycling Extravaganza will take place on Saturday, J...
Meet Mater!

Kane County Animal Control Pet of the Week - Mater ADOPTED

​“A dog has no use for fancy cars, big homes, or designer clothes...
State moves closer to implementing universal childhood lead testing in 2026

More Kane County ZIP Codes Identified as High Risk for Pediatric Lead Poisoning

On July 1, the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) released an...
Cone or cup, it’s always sweet, A chilly way to beat the heat! 🍦

We've got the Community Scoop: Ice Cream Places Across Kane County

​July is National Ice Cream Month—and what better way to celebrate tha...
Picture of donated vehicles outside of Soldier Field

Five Kane County Veterans Among Recipients at Soldier Field Car Giveaway

​Earlier this month, at Soldier Field, six fully refurbished vehicles ...
Meet Sweet Potato!

Kane County Animal Control Pet of the Week - Sweet Potato

​“The only thing a cat worries about is what's happening right now...
Kane County collaborates closely with municipal and economic development partners to attract and retain businesses while building a workforce prepared to meet future needs.

Plotting Progress: One Conversation at a Time During Kane County's Economic Roundtable

​For the past decade, Kane County has brought together key regional pa...
Food Safety

Kane County Health Department: Safeguarding Food at Seasonal Events

​As summer brings festivals, farmers markets, and outdoor celebrations...
Kane County Mounted Rangers Volunteers

Patrolling the Preserves - Kane County Mounted Rangers

​For over 40 years, the Kane County Mounted Rangers have volunteered t...
Former Left To Right:                     Batavia Mayor Bob Brown and Tri-Com Executive Director Jerry Bleck in 1976

A Look Back - Nearly 50 years of Service by Tri-Com Emergency Communication Center

Most people don’t give much thought about 9-1-1—until they need t...
Blacksmith Acres

Growing for Kane - Blacksmith Acres, Feeds the Soil and Community

​Kane County Connects is spotlighting local farms that received grants...
Kane County Sheriff Ron Hain, State's Attorney Jamie Mosser, Board Member Cherryl Strathmann, Steve McHugh, Board Members Mo Iqbal, Bill Tarver, Chairman Corinne Pierog

Kane County Observes National Gun Violence Awareness Day, Promotes Safe Firearm Storage

On June 10, 2025, the Kane County Board passed a proclamation recogniz...