Kane County
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Kane County launches Smart Sprinkler pilot to cut water use, protect aquifersJul 16, 2025 11:46 pm - Kane County is launching a pilot program to promote smart sprinkler systems, which can reduce outdoor water use by up to 47%.
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Fine Line to hold online auction fundraiser starting July 18Jul 16, 2025 10:26 pm - Longtime volunteer John Abel and his wife Carol donated their extensive art collection to the Fine Line Creative Arts Center. The auction will begin on Friday, July 18.
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‘An investment in compassion’: Recovered gift of nearly $201K presented to beloved animal shelterJul 16, 2025 8:32 pm - The last wishes of an anonymous donor were honored this week and a beloved animal shelter got a welcome boost as a result of a state consumer protection initiative to return unclaimed assets to rightful owners.
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Learn what’s being done to help impaired lakes and how you can make a differenceJul 16, 2025 5:29 pm - Lake County Lake Lovers will spotlight 12 citizen-monitored lakes and how data is inspiring restoration Thursday evening during an appreciation and networking dinner at Dock’s Bar & Grill, 313 E. Liberty St. (Route 176) in Wauconda.
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Input sought on Fairfield Road project in Lake CountyJul 16, 2025 5:19 pm - The Lake County Division of Transportation is seeking input on a pending project to resurface Fairfield Road from Rollins Road to Monaville Road.
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Amazon donation to Project Backpack delivers for needy students in Elgin areaJul 16, 2025 4:43 pm - Amazon donates over 1,500 backpacks worth $5,000 to Project Backpack, an ECC initiative helping needy students in Elgin area school districts with back-to-school supplies. This year's event also offers free health clinics.
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St. Charles reschedules Unwind Wednesday to July 23Jul 16, 2025 3:23 pm - Unwind Wednesday event on July 16 postponed to July 23 due to inclement weather. Those 21+ can enjoy drinks on 1st Street Plaza from approved venues with wristband.
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Making progress: Spring Hill Mall demolition ahead of schedule and sparking developers’ interestJul 16, 2025 3:06 pm - Demolition work at the former Spring Hill Mall is moving faster than anticipated.
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New wedge barriers in downtown Elgin to limit vehicle traffic on Riverside Drive on weekendsJul 16, 2025 2:53 pm - New wedge barriers installed in downtown Elgin will be deployed for the first time this weekend on Riverside Drive.
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12 hours of running: Man completes 54-mile Des Plaines River Trail in a single pushJul 16, 2025 2:50 pm - Scott Drews spent last summer chasing a personal challenge. After months of training, he ran the entire 54.5-mile Des Plaines River Trail — start to finish — in a single day.