This summer, the Sandwich Public Library invites you to plant seeds, literally and figuratively, through reading, hands-on workshops, and community discovery.

Plano Library offers free programs for kids and adults through June

The Oswego Public Works Department has been removing debris from public roads and sidewalks.

The Quilters Dozen Quilting Club are now selling tickets for this year’s handcrafted PrairieFest Quilt. A winning raffle ticket will be chosen at 4 p.m. on Sunday, June 15.

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

Edith Farnsworth House, a site of the National Trust for Historic Preservation, in Plano secured grants from two national foundations for its Mexican Modernism programming this year.

Xiwen Chen, who just completed fifth grade at Prairie Point Elementary School in Oswego, partnered with his father to showcase his passion for animals in a unique way this past school year.

Yorkville Public Library will hold Stories in the Park at Town Square in June and July.

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

Kendall County’s century of post-Civil War population decline and its subsequent explosive post World War II growth will be the underlying theme at the Little White School Museum program.

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

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

Yorkville Library's June brings a free six-week job training series covering resumes, interviews, and networking, alongside a special performance by an all-female a cappella ensemble.

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

Residents of Yorkville came out to pay tribute to and remember those who died in service to our country on Memorial Day, Monday, May 25, 2026.

The Plano Public Library will be closed Monday, May 25 in observance of Memorial Day.

Oswego East High School's quiz bowl team won a conference title and earned a spot among 320 teams competing for the national championship in Atlanta on May 22.

The Sandwich community will come together on Monday, Memorial Day to honor the men and women who gave their lives in service to the United States.

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

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

The sixth annual fundraiser for Luella’s Lodge in Sandwich will feature a bingo night and golf outing in June.

Register now. Yorkville Public Library extends youth programs through May.

The warmer temperatures also bring the return of insect and disease pests. How can we keep one step ahead of these unwanted visitors?

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

Oswego village trustees have unanimously approved the 25,000-square-foot building proposed in the Prairie Market East shopping center at the intersection of U.S. Route 34 and Fifth Street.

The Yorkville Public Library is open 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday to Thursday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. Curbside service is available. The library will be closed on May 25th.

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

Oswego Township distributed funding to organizations providing senior support, food assistance, and community outreach.

Two Oswego favorite spring events will be coming back this weekend to Prairie Point Community Park.

Outstanding agricultural student Toby Steffen is recognized for leadership, record-keeping, and hands-on experience.

From 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, Hoover Forest Preserve, located at 11285 W. Fox Road, Yorkville, will host a Earth Day event. Earth Day was started on April 22, 1970, to show the importance of protecting the planet’s resources.

Museum director Roger Matile will present at 1 p.m. “The History of Kendall County, Part I, From Prehistoric Times Through the Civil War” at the museum, 72 Polk St., Oswego.

The Sons of The American Legion breakfast consists of biscuits and gravy, pancakes, scrambled eggs, potatoes, bacon, sausage, tomato juice, orange juice, milk, coffee, and an omelet station.

Donations of clean, usable items in good condition will be accepted at Yorkville Congregational United Church of Christ Sunday through Tuesday, April 12-14.

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

Plano Public Library hours are 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday. The library is closed on Sundays.

The Fox Valley Family YMCA in Plano recently received a boost for its youth development programs.

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

A 3,313-square-foot single-family house, built in 2005, has changed hands.

The preliminary investigation indicates that the vehicle was traveling south on Fox River Drive when it left the road and struck a tree stump.

Museum coordinator Joe Noce will present a free program on “The Lost Village of Troy, and Other Hidden Towns in Kendall County and Illinois,” at 7 p.m. on Thursday.

A large crowd gathered to protest the Trump administration at the No Kings demonstration along U.S. Route 34 in Oswego on Saturday, March 28, 2026.

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

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

Help local charities by donating items to Yorkville Congregational UCC's spring rummage sale on April 17-18.

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.

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.