The village of Montgomery Beautification Committee is accepting property nominations for recognition as part of its annual Floral Display Awards and Recognition Program.

District 308 officials say the increase is necessary to maintain financial stability of the food service program and offset continuing increases of food, labor and operating costs

The Montgomery Historic Preservation Commission invites residents and visitors to discover the heritage of the community during a free historical presentation.

With a resolution passed to preserve the deep body of upstream water resulting from the Fox River dam in St. Charles, the question turns to funding. City Council said it's open to modifying the dam, but did not say how it would cover the project's significant costs.

At the May 27 Oswego Library Board meeting, trustees approved the purchase of a four-bedroom house at 55 N. Madison St. for $514,999. The 2,268 square-foot house was built in 1904.

Oswego School District 308 officials said they have identified about $317 million in facility needs over the next 10 years across all the district’s schools.

The festival will be from 5 to 9 p.m. on Friday, June 12, in Montgomery's downtown area along Fox River.

Jamal Scott is currently the vice president of Undergraduate Education and dean of the Undergraduate College at National Louis University.

The Beautification Committee members and volunteer judges will visit all nominated properties and select award recipients on Wednesday, June 17.

The vehicle, which the Oswego Public Library District acquired for about $215,000, will travel to schools, homes and other destinations.

The grant will allow the district to replace aging extractors at three stations, including one machine that has been in service for more than 20 years.

District 308 officials said they have identified about $317 million in facility needs over the next 10 years across all the district’s schools.

Damages to the Plainfield house total about $300,000.

The first phase of the project will pass approximately 4,700 addresses, bringing fiber connectivity to communities including Lisbon, Millbrook, Millington, Montgomery, Newark, Oswego, Plattville and Yorkville.

The Oswegoland Park District operates three aquatic facilities - the Civic Center in Oswego, Winrock Pool in Montgomery and the Splash Pad in Oswego.

Prince L. Cunningham was indicted and arrested for the crime on June 14, 2022. He faces a sentence of between 45 and 85 years in prison, the Kane County State’s Attorney’s office said.

The Family First Housing Act would allow owner-occupied residential properties to contain one accessory dwelling unit for a qualifying parent of the homeowner or the homeowner’s spouse.

The five proposed cost-cutting measures have already passed both the Illinois House and Senate.

Building off last month’s turnout, Riverfront Park in downtown Yorkville is once again transforming into the epicenter of artisan craft goods and support for local small businesses.

Ogden Point will have three multi-purpose gyms (basketball, volleyball, pickleball), five racquetball courts, a spin room, a group fitness room, a four-lane lap pool and a multi-purpose room.

While federal funding has run dry for the study to remove the downtown dam in St. Charles, the city is considering a resolution to clarify its position of keeping the waterway impoundment. The resolution is being discussed during a May 18 city meeting.

With food prices rising, local food pantries say they are 'deeply concerned' about changes to SNAP that could strip around 150,000 statewide from their monthly food assistance. L

The winners were honored at the Montgomery Village Board meeting on May 11 and received certificates of recognition and special prizes for their contributions.

The annual Cop on a Rooftop fundraiser will take place from 5 a.m to noon Friday.

The not-for-profit credit union also has full-service branch offices in Aurora, Batavia, Montgomery, Oswego and Yorkville, as well as a student-run branch in Oswego High School.

Ladarius Parker was sentenced by Kane County Judge David Klement. Parker was convicted by a jury on March 3 for first-degree murder.

The Oswego Fire Protection District responded to the fire about 12:52 p.m. Thursday. Upon arrival, crews identified a fire on the roof of the building, according to the release.

The strategic plan establishes Kendall County’s key priorities for the next several years.

Montgomery is seeking nominations for individuals, organizations, and businesses that have gone above and beyond volunteering their time and talents to better the community.

This free event features children’s crafts, activities and play spaces, live farm animals to observe and pet, hayrides, barrel train rides, farm demonstrations, face painting and more.

Yorkville city staff provided a closer look at the project, including what construction has already been started and what work residents of Kendall County can soon expect.

Crews will begin on Monday, May 4 and make only one pass through each neighborhood in Montgomery. They will continue until they have hit each area one time.

Kendall County offers excellent paved and limestone-screened trails ideal for biking.

For two days Riverfront Park in downtown Yorkville will be the epicenter of handcrafted artisan goods and a fun celebration of local small businesses with live music and family-friendly activities.

The projects across the 14th Congressional District, which would come under federal Community Project Funding initiative, range from protecting clean drinking water to strengthening access to quality health care in rural communities to public transit systems.

It could take a week or more – depending on weather – for the Fox River to recede to its banks but the crest could come Wednesday for parts of the river. Some parts of the Chain O' Lakes are now at major flood stage.

A pedestrian killed by a vehicle in Montgomery on April 16 has been identified as Javier Diaz, 40, of Chicago. Diaz was identified by the Kane County Coroner.

The Fox River isn't set to crest until later this week as people deal with rising waters and flooded conditions and watch to see how high it gets.

The Earth Day park cleanup and community shred events will both take place on Saturday, April 25.

Before the district comes back in November with another building bond proposal, it is surveying residents on why the $275 million bond proposal was rejected in the March primary vote.

Rep. Jed. Davis (R- Yorkville) released a statement saying “the majority of residents don’t want” data centers and that local city officials should “listen to the residents.” He called for the projects to be put on the ballot for Yorkville.

The home of a Kendall County nonprofit that specializes in giving foster kids a second chance is getting a second life itself with substantial renovations.

Signs may contain names or short messages only. Addresses, phone numbers, or political ads are strictly prohibited, the village of Montgomery said.

Emmeline Kenealy, 23, was charged following an investigation led by investigators with the Kendall County Sheriff’s Office.

The Yorkville Police Department responded to an attempted burglary incident in the 1900 block of South Bridge Street.

Residents are encouraged to avoid washing laundry when flushing is performed in or near their neighborhood, as temporarily discolored water may stain laundry.

Jesus Almaraz-Rodriguez, 49, was taken into custody by the Kendall County Cooperative Police Assistance Team.

The city of Yorkville has two more large data center projects being proposed. Up for votes on Tuesday is the 540-acre Project Steel and the Meyer data center.

Unofficial final numbers show voters in Yorkville school district rejected the $275 million bond proposal by a two-to-one margin.

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