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Services set for Maple Park man killed by driver of stolen car Dec 5, 2012 12:00 AM
Visitation and funeral services are set Monday and Tuesday for a 2012 Kaneland High School graduate who was killed when his car was hit head on by a Wisconsin woman driving a car reported stolen from Wheaton. Zachary Bingham, 18, of Maple Park, planned to pursue a career in the trades as a welder and was taking classes at Elgin Community College.
Campton Hills plans survey for drug recovery center Dec 1, 2012 12:00 AM
Campton Hills leaders plan to conduct a postcard survery through its December newsletter to get opinions on the controversial Kiva Recovery Center proposed for a former boys school. The village wants postcards returned by Dec. 15 in preparation for a possible vote on Dec. 17. Opponents still want a referendum on the April ballot, though.
Foes want vote on proposed Campton Hills rehab center Nov 15, 2012 12:00 AM
A 96-bed drug treatment center proposed for Campton Hills gained a key recommendation from the plan commission last week, but people opposing the facility are not giving up. Opponents of the Kiva Recovery Center want the village board to put the matter to a villagewide vote in April.
Textbook prices affect college affordability, accessibility Nov 14, 2012 12:00 AM
Across the country this fall, many colleges and universities reported a decline in student enrollment. For years now, declining state and federal support has been a major factor in causing the average college tuition to grow at a much higher rate than overall inflation. However, textbook prices, which have also been on an upward track, are another key part of college affordability.
McHenry County College leads in enrollment increaseNov 9, 2012 12:00 AM
McHenry County College had the highest rate of growth in head count and full-time equivalent enrollment in the last five years among all community colleges in Illinois, officials said. The fall student head count is up 33.9 percent — from 5,374 students in fall 2008 to 7,914 students now. MCC leads the pack of community colleges that posted five-year gains. In the Chicago suburbs,
Oberweis plans to focus on business retention to help 25th District Nov 8, 2012 12:00 AM
Newly elected state senator Jim Oberweis reiterated Wednesday that he thinks the best thing he can do for residents of the 25th District is improve the climate for business in the state, saying that would "certainly help" people.
Naturalist certification program offered in Kane County Nov 7, 2012 12:00 AM
Discover the nature of Kane County and become a certified naturalist. The Kane County Certified Naturalist program offers new learning opportunities in the setting of our native woodlands, prairies and wetlands.
When it comes to Oberweis, just call him ‘senator’Nov 6, 2012 12:00 AM
Jim Oberweis will finally get to take an oath of office. The Sugar Grove Republican was the winner Tuesday in the race to become the state senator for the 25th District. With all precincts reporting, he defeated Democrat Corinne Pierog of St. Charles with 50,948 votes to 37,568, according to unofficial totals.
Hatcher leads Bernard in 50th State House Nov 6, 2012 12:00 AM
Kay Hatcher has a comfortable lead over Andrew Bernard in the 50th State House District race Tuesday night.
Join Fox Valley Troop Support in thanking a veteranNov 6, 2012 12:00 AM
Eight easy ways to honor and thank our Veterans in recognition to Veterans Day on Sunday November 11, 2012
Former Bulls Cartwright takes work ethic behind the scenes Nov 5, 2012 12:00 AM
Kukec's People features former Chicago Bulls center Bill Cartwright, who is now chairman of a Park Ridge firm that does investigations on behalf of companies.
Campton Hills treatment center gains supportNov 5, 2012 12:00 AM
Campton Hills Plan Commission on Monday indicated support of a private drug and alcohol recovery center at a former boys school. Residents object to the Kiva Recovery Center, saying meth and heroin addicts would pose a security risk, burden the fire department, reduce property values and hurt the village's image. The matter will next move to the village board.
Top races in Kane CountyNov 5, 2012 12:00 AM
There are plenty of hot races in Kane County to keep an eye on Tuesday. We take a look at a few, along with state legislative races.
Voters can decide to elect Fox River & Countryside trustees Nov 3, 2012 12:00 AM
Taxpayers serviced by the Fox River & Countryside Fire/Rescue District have placed a binding referendum on the ballot that calls for direct election of the district's trustees. A vote in favor of the referendum would strip the incoming Kane County Board chairman of the power to appoint the trustees.
Pierog for 25th Senate Nov 2, 2012 12:00 AM
An Elburn letter to the editor: Illinois faces many tough decisions — balancing its budget, pension reform, encouraging economic growth among them. That's why I'm supporting Corinne Pierog to serve us in Springfield from the 25th Senate District.
Hatcher, Bernard seek 50th State House District seat Nov 1, 2012 12:00 AM
Republican Kay Hatcher of Yorkville seeks a third term representing the 50th District in the state house, and takes on Democrat Andrew Bernard of Batavia.
Campton Hills wants input on clerk, gambling and sirens Oct 27, 2012 12:00 AM
Campton Hills voters will answer three ballot questions Nov. 6, one of which is binding. Voters will decide if the village clerk's post should be an elected or appointed position. Two advisory questions are are on tap: Whether the village should allow video gambling and whether homeowners should pay more on their natural gas bills to fund a series of emergency warning sirens.
Grant programs make a difference to students Oct 23, 2012 12:00 AM
The pursuit of grants provides colleges with a way to increase their impact on the local economy through immediate and long-term benefits as even more community members are given an opportunity to realize their full potential. Just last month, Waubonsee hosted U.S. Senator Dick Durbin at our downtown Aurora Campus to announce a new $2.8 million Trade Adjustment Assistance Community College and Career Training grant from the U.S. Department of Labor to serve displaced community residents.
Campton Hills rehab center plan draws more public ire Oct 22, 2012 12:00 AM
The Campton Hills Plan Commission continues its discussion of the proposed drug rehabilitation center on the site of the former Glenwood School.
Taxes, business, school funding on 50th House, 25th Senate forum agenda Oct 22, 2012 12:00 AM
Candidates for the state House District 50 and Senate District 25 campaigned Monday at a League of Women Voters of Central Kane County forum in Geneva.