Community Involvement

Map of Kane County Businesses in Illinois Makers Madness Contest

UPDATE Kane County Companies Advance in Statewide Makers Madness Contest

​UPDATE #2:  Three Kane County, based products and compa...
On a sunny day in April 2014, persons unknown left this box of bunnies at Ferson Creek Fen in St. Charles.

Good Natured: Pet Rabbits Make Lousy Easter Gifts

​​Note: Today's column first ran in April 2014...
Adoption Success!

Adoption Success - CASA Volunteers Make A Difference in the Life of a Child

​Among the complexities of the court system, there are dedicated indiv...
Kane County Board Celebrates Women's History Month

Women's History Month Celebrated in Kane County

​Women make up less than half of the Kane County Board...
After being counted, measured and sexed, tiger salamanders in the St. Charles Park monitoring program are released in their  breeding pond.  The presence of a healthy population of salamanders is an indicator of a healthy habitat.

Good Natured: Salamander Season

​My three-year-old self couldn't believe her eyes...
Handler – Lt. Michael Wilgosiewicz with Arko

Kane County Sheriff’s Office Announces the Passing of Decorated K9 Arko

​It is with a heavy heart that the Kane County Sheriff's Office announ...
Picture of 4-H Team who Visited the Kane County Government Center

4-H Government Day in Kane County

For three decades, 4-H Government Day has provided an i...
Kane County's grant program supports projects that help strengthen Kane County communities and improve the quality of life for area residents.

Community Reinvestment: Grand Victoria Riverboat Fund Applications Now Available

 The Kane County Office of Community Reinvestment announced today...
Odorous house ants' natural habitat is outdoors but, drawn by easy access to food and shelter, they often find their way into homes. Credit:  Wirestock

Good Natured: Odorous House Ant Part 2

​With Illinois' General Primary just around the corner, I'm inclined t...
Members of the Education Team with the Juvenile Justice Center Education Program

Kane County Juvenile Justice Center Educators Join Select Group of Honorees Across Illinois

​The Kane County Juvenile Justice Center Education Program is designed...
Are you Ready for a Disaster?

2024 Kane County Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan

​Kane County Office of Emergency Management and Kane County Department...