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- Yorkville Public Library offers youth programs all spring
The Yorkville Public Library is offering youth programs throughout the spring, extending them through May. Registration is currently open for these programs.
- Open Door’s V.O.I.C.E.S. Club in Sandwich washes cars to fund community programs
Open Door’s V.O.I.C.E.S. Club in Sandwich is hosting a car wash to raise money for community programs. Club members will be washing cars and serving refreshments.
- What to know about e-bike rules in Oswego, other Kendall County communities
This episode discusses e-bike and e-scooter regulations in Oswego and other Kendall County communities. It covers Illinois state law, local ordinances, and age requirements for e-scooter use.
- Oswego Police investigating fatal motorcycle crash
Oswego Police are investigating a fatal motorcycle crash that occurred on Saturday afternoon. Police were dispatched to the 4000 block of Route 34 near Wolf Road.
- Plano baseball rides 11-run inning to win: Saturday’s Record Newspapers sports roundup
Plano baseball secured a win with an 11-run inning against Gardner South Wilmington. The episode also covers a win for Sandwich baseball, and track results for both Plano and Sandwich.
- Yorkville data center settlement delayed after second resident lawsuit file against city, developer
The Yorkville data center settlement has been delayed due to a second lawsuit filed against the city and developer. Attorneys have requested an extension to determine the impact on negotiations.
- Kendall County Board adopts new building code and fee schedule
The Kendall County Board has adopted a new building code and fee schedule. An informational session will be held on June 13 at 8 a.m. at the Kendall County Office Building to help residents, contractors, and business owners understand the…
- Oswego East baseball hits 6 homers, rallies past West Aurora: Friday’s Record Newspapers sports roundup
Oswego East excels with their baseball team hitting six homers to beat West Aurora. Their track and softball teams also won their respective events. Additionally, Plano and Sandwich baseball and softball teams achieved wins.
- Plano Public Library’s May programming for adults and kids
Plano Public Library unveils diverse May programming suitable for both children and adults. The programming offers a variety of activities for all ages.
- Redevelopment package for downtown Yorkville building along Fox River set for vote
The city of Yorkville is working to redevelop the Greiter Building at 123 E. Hydraulic Avenue. This redevelopment is part of a larger $4.3 million downtown revitalization project.
- Adyn Fowler double gives Oswego East walk-off win over Yorkville: Thursday’s Record Newspapers sports roundup
Adyn Fowler's double secured a walk-off victory for Oswego East against Yorkville. The roundup also mentions wins for Yorkville Christian baseball and Oswego East softball, as well as a Sandwich softball comeback.
- Bristol man charged with multiple felonies for criminal sexual assault
Caleb Gill has been charged with multiple felonies related to criminal sexual assault. He was arrested in Bristol by the Kendall County Sheriff’s Office and the U.S. Marshals Great Lakes Regional Fugitive Task Force.
- Oswego Police issue 140 distracted driving citations as part of recent enforcement campaign
Oswego Police, in conjunction with the Illinois State Police and other law enforcement partners, conducted an enforcement campaign resulting in 140 distracted driving citations.
- Oswego Village Board approves $34,705 grant for proposed fitness facility
The Oswego Village Board has approved a $34,705 grant for a new fitness facility. This center is a component of a broader redevelopment plan for Harrison Street, which also includes retail spaces, a food truck pavilion, and a recreational…
- Record Newspapers Athlete of the Week: Jaelynn Anthony, Oswego, softball, senior
Jaelynn Anthony, a senior from Oswego, has been named Athlete of the Week for her performance in softball. She broke Oswego's all-time home run record during a comeback victory.
- Here are IHSA playoff softball pairings for Kendall County-area teams
The Illinois High School Association (IHSA) has announced the playoff softball pairings for teams in the Kendall County area. This information details the schedule for the upcoming postseason games.
- Bailey Brummel’s hat trick sends Sandwich soccer past Plano to first win: Wednesday Record Newspapers roundup
Bailey Brummel's hat trick led Sandwich soccer to their first program win against Plano. The episode also covers Yorkville baseball's comeback win and Yorkville softball's victory.
- Megan Halverson’s walk-off double sends Oswego East past Oswego in crosstown thriller
Megan Halverson hit a walk-off double in the bottom of the seventh inning, driving in Katie Maday for Oswego East's 6-5 win against Oswego. This victory marks Oswego East's first crosstown win since 2023.
- Little Rock Township adopts resolution for all future data centers to require referendum vote
Little Rock Township has adopted a resolution requiring future data center developments to undergo a referendum vote. The township encompasses the city of Plano, the eastern edge of Sandwich, and the unincorporated community of Little Rock.
- Oswego man charged after allegedly firing gun in neighborhood
An Oswego man faces charges after police responded to a report of a gun being fired in the air in the 200 block of Northampton Drive. The incident occurred at approximately 6:39 p.m.
- Oswego gives owner of building that will house Billy Bricks Pizza $40,000 grant
Oswego village trustees approved a $40,000 economic development incentive award for EJ Vision LLC. This company owns the building that will house Billy Bricks Pizza.
- Yorkville’s Bella Rosauer, Oswego’s Jaelynn Anthony clutch in relief as game suspended in the 12th, tied 3-3
The softball game between Yorkville and Oswego, tied 3-3, was suspended in the 12th inning due to darkness. Both sophomore pitcher Bella Rosauer for Yorkville and senior pitcher Jaelynn Anthony for Oswego delivered strong relief performanc…
- Yorkville baseball rides 9-run first inning past Oswego East: Tuesday’s Record Newspapers sports roundup
Yorkville baseball secured a decisive victory over Oswego East, fueled by a nine-run first inning. The roundup also includes Oswego baseball splitting their games and wins for Yorkville Christian baseball and Oswego East softball.
- Sewer and roads fees stay flat, wastewater fees hiking 5% for Yorkville residents
Yorkville residents will see a 5% increase in wastewater fees for residents and a 10-20% increase for non-residents. Other infrastructure fees for sewer and roads will remain unchanged, despite anticipated 20% annual water hikes over the n…
- Kendall County Sheriff’s Office tackles distracted driving in recent enforcement campaign
The Kendall County Sheriff’s Office recently conducted an enforcement campaign targeting distracted driving. This initiative was supported by federal traffic safety funds allocated by the Illinois Department of Transportation.
- Reflections: No battles, but plenty of other action took place here in 1776
This episode of Kendall County News reflects on the happenings in the Fox River Valley 250 years ago, coinciding with the nation's 250th anniversary.
- Here are IHSA playoff soccer pairings for Kendall County-area teams
The IHSA girls soccer playoff pairings for Kendall County-area teams have been released. This information is provided by Kendall County News.
- Griffin Somlock has five hits in Sandwich baseball win: Monday’s Record Newspapers sports roundup
Griffin Somlock had five hits and Cash White homered in a Sandwich baseball victory on Monday. The Sandwich softball team also won their game.
- Kendall County Sheriff’s Office warning residents about scam calls on jury duty
Kendall County Sheriff’s Office is alerting residents to a scam involving fake jury duty notices. Callers impersonate law enforcement and threaten arrest if a fee isn't paid over the phone.
- Oswego Township supporting older adults with $10,000 donation to Meals on Wheels
Oswego Township has donated $10,000 to Meals on Wheels. This organization delivers over 1.1 million meals annually to older adults in suburban Cook, Grundy, Kendall, and Will counties.
- Fire leaves Yorkville home uninhabitable, damage estimated at $900,000
A fire occurred on May 2 in Yorkville, rendering a home uninhabitable. The estimated damage is $900,000, and no injuries were reported.
- Yesteryear: Looking back at stories that captured headlines in the Record for May
This episode revisits historical Record stories from Kendall County News that previously captured readers' attention.
- Check out the spring programs at Yorkville Public Library
The Yorkville Public Library offers spring programs and is open Monday to Saturday. Curbside service is also available.
- Indian Valley Vocational School students attend trade apprenticeship expo
Indian Valley Vocational School students attended a trade apprenticeship expo with over 450 students from 22 high schools across four counties.
- Jayden Ruth sweeps sprints as Yorkville wins Red Ribbon Invite: Saturday’s Record Newspapers sports roundup
Jayden Ruth's performance in sprints and relays secured the Red Ribbon Classic title for Yorkville. The roundup also includes wins for Oswego East softball and Yorkville Christian baseball.
- Hersey girls track edges out York at Palatine Relays
Hersey fended off York to win the girls crown at the Palatine Relays. Oswego East won the boys title for the third consecutive time.
- Yorkville approves another $3.8 million in road construction
Yorkville has allocated $3.8 million for road construction projects, including resurfacing and patching, as the season gets underway.
- Down the Garden Path: On the lookout for pests? Up your game with growing degree days
As temperatures rise, insects and diseases emerge. This episode discusses using growing degree days to anticipate and manage these garden pests.
- Dontrell Young wins 2 sprints as Oswego takes second at Wilcox Invite: Friday Record Newspapers sports roundup
Oswego's Dontrell Young won two sprint events at the Roger Wilcox Invite, setting records. The Oswego East girls track team also participated in the Glenbard North Weber Invite.
- Wine on the Fox in Oswego to kick off festival season this weekend
The Wine on the Fox festival, presented by john greene Realtor, is taking place this weekend in Oswego. The event's proceeds will help fund Oswego's annual event programming and community amenities.
- Yorkville Middle School took temporary security measures after behavioral issue between student and faculty
Yorkville Middle School enacted temporary security measures due to a behavioral incident between a student and faculty member. Authorities have confirmed the campus is secure and functioning normally.
- Oswego police issue traffic alert for this weekend’s Wine on the Fox festival, here’s where to park
Oswego police have issued a traffic alert for the Wine on the Fox festival. Motorists should anticipate delays on U.S. Route 34 through downtown on Saturday and Sunday due to the event.
- Yorkville baseball finishes three-game sweep of Oswego: Thursday’s Record Newspapers sports roundup
Yorkville baseball completed a three-game sweep over Oswego. Other local teams like Yorkville Christian, Oswego East, and Parkview Christian also saw victories in Thursday's matchups.
- Walmart in Montgomery closed following fire
A Walmart store in Montgomery has closed temporarily due to a fire. The village of Montgomery announced the closure on Facebook, stating the store will remain shut until further notice.
- Record Newspapers Athlete of the Week: Dontrell Young, Oswego, track and field, junior
Oswego junior Dontrell Young, a track and field athlete, has been named the Record Newspapers Athlete of the Week following his performance at the Red Grange Invitational. The episode includes a Q&A with Sports Editor Josh Welge.
- Eastin McBroom strikes out 17, Newark baseball wins in walk-off: Wednesday’s Record Newspapers sports roundup
Eastin McBroom recorded 17 strikeouts and Shawn Seyller hit a walk-off single to lead Newark to a 2-1 baseball victory. Yorkville softball also achieved a comeback win, scoring seven runs in the final two innings.
- Yorkville first responders and students hope mock prom accident ‘shocks’ teens to avoid drunk driving
First responders demonstrated the jaws of life and a medevac helicopter landing at Yorkville High School. The mock prom accident aimed to shock students into avoiding drunk driving, with students expressing hope that the event inspires the…
- Kendall County adopts new 3-year plan for infrastructure projects, economic development
Kendall County has approved a new strategic plan that sets the direction for infrastructure projects and economic development initiatives for the upcoming three years.
- New principal named to Oswego’s Hunt Club Elementary
Ericka Garza was hired as the new principal of Hunt Club Elementary School after a decision by the Oswego School District 308 school board.
- Kendall County Board adopts new three-year strategic plan for county
The Kendall County Board has adopted a new three-year strategic plan. This plan will guide the county's key priorities for the next several years.