The spring series begins April 7, with sessions to help with building gardens and get spring moving.

The 2026 season opens on Wednesday, March 25, and runs through Sunday, Nov. 22.

Yorkville Public Library Hour is open Monday through Saturday, The library is hosting these special events in April.

The purpose of flushing water mains is to clear sediment from the water lines and is essential for maintaining water quality.

Due to the heavy rainfall preceding Sunday’s snow, the Public Works Department will delay all three planned flushing weeks to allow the ground more time to dry.

Kendall Area Transit Dial-a-ride transportation is available from 6 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Mondays through Fridays.

Two Minooka Community High School students earned Director Awards from the Grundy Area Vocational Center (GAVC) in Morris for outstanding performance in February.

Oswego’s Little White School Museum is collecting written and taped accounts from current and former residents for its biographical collection as part of the Share Your Stories Program.

The city of Yorkville held its annual St. Patrick’s Day Celebration on Saturday, March 14, 2026. The festivities began with a 5K run followed by the Lucky Leprechaun Hunt, the Brass Band procession and then the Irish Parade. Food and live music was also a big part of the fun.

The hearing will be held at 7 p.m. on March 23 at Village Hall, 200 N. River St.

The property assessment equalization factor, commonly called the “multiplier,” is used to ensure uniform property assessments among Illinois counties, as required by state law.

This is a collaborative meeting to collect input from the community on local conservation priorities, the Kendall County Soil & Water Conservation District said.

Yorkville Public Library is open Monday – Thursday, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Curbside service is available.

Record stories that captured people's attention in years passed.

Kendall County Law Enforcement participated in the Polar Plunge for Special Olympics Illinois at Silver Springs State Park on Sunday, Mar 1, 2026 in Yorkville.

The Plano Public Library has announced its upcoming programming for families and adults.

Every certified Health Department has a three-to-five-year Community Health Improvement Plan, which outlines how the Health Department and community will address top health priorities.

Yorkville Public Library Hour is open Monday through Saturday, Curbside service is available for those who prefer not to enter the library. The library will be closed on Feb. 16.

Completed applications are due by 4 p.m. on March 2 and can be submitted by mail or email o the Kendall County Historic Preservation Commission.

While we’ll be celebrating Kendall County’s 185th birthday this year and the nation’s 250th birthday, we ought to also keep in mind that by 1776, Illinois had already been settled for a century.

Proceeds benefit Open Roads ABATE Chapter for further safety and education projects.

Plano Public Library’s winter programs include writer's group, yoga, book club, painting class and more.

Yorkville resident Jeanne Leifheit took first place in an annual Norwegian soup cook off at St. Olaf Lutheran Church in Montgomery.

Free webinar examines how invasive species threaten Illinois ecosystems

Wellspring United Methodist Church in Oswego will celebrate its fifth anniversary in February.

Firefighters respond to a house explosion in the 200 block of Fox Chase North in Oswego on Thursday, Jan. 29, 2026.

Pinpoint Physical Therapy will host a lunch-and-learn on workplace ergonomics on Tuesday, Feb. 3, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Montgomery Village Hall, 200 N. River St.

Three employees were recognized during the Montgomery Village Board meeting on Monday, Jan. 26. In total, approximately 20 peer nominations were received.

The dangerous weather conditions will continue Monday with wind chills falling into the 15 to 25 below range, the National Weather Service said.

The Knights of Columbus God’s Divine Mercy Council #14463 announces their annual Free Throw Champions

Donors urged to make an appointment to give blood and platelets amid growing flu, winter weather impact

Here is a complete listing of closures for schools, government offices, daycares and businesses due to extreme cold on Friday.

The AP School Honor Roll recognizes schools whose AP programs are delivering results for students while broadening participation.

The Kendall County Employee of the Year Award Program honors outstanding employees who consistently go above and beyond in their work and service to the community.

Oswego’s Little White School Museum invites you to share your stories and help preserve the community’s priceless local history and heritage.

This month’s family fun Escape Adventure is ready at the Yorkville Public Library. Use the clues to unlock the boxes before the next group comes in. You only have 30 minutes.

The children are collecting donations for a “Joy to the World” Basket from Heifer International.

Staying physically active is one of the best ways to improve your mental and physical health during winter months.

Record stories that captured people's attention in years passed.

Oswego Village Board voted unanimously to approve the new 20-year agreement. A boundary agreement between the two municipalities expired in 2022.

Writers group, book clubs, art programs and more offered at Plano Public Library for various ages.

Inmates will have access to wall-mounted phones and secure handheld tablets capable of a large range of functions including phone calls, video visitation, messaging and a wide variety of educational and rehabilitative programming.

A few smart habits can keep your home cozy and save money on energy bills throughout winter.

Here are some of the top images we captured from news and events that happened across Kendall County in 2025

It was a busy year in Kendall County. Here is a rundown of some of the 2025's top stories.

Now days, we take it for granted that the United States flag belongs in front of our schools, post offices, and other public structures—not to mention in front of so many private homes.

Foam should not be dropped off at the church before Jan. 3, as the church does not have the required storage facilities.

Sharing food with family and friends over the holidays makes great memories, but no one wants to remember getting sick from old leftovers.

In recent years, Christmas decorations have been coming out immediately after Halloween, and by Thanksgiving we’re bombarded with demands that we buy this or that gift. Unfortunately, I suspect some of my ancestors might be responsible for this holiday excess.

The top prosecutor in Kendall County said “usurping federal authority is always a bad idea” when he was asked about a recent state law blocking federal agents from making civil arrests in state courthouses.