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Kendall County News - Shaw LocalPolice departments to launch St. Patrick’s Day weekend traffic safety campaign
To remind motorists of the dangers of impaired driving and to help keep the streets safe, area police departments are teaming up with the Illinois State Police…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalHere is the 2025-26 Record Newspapers all-area girls basketball team
Here is the 2025-26 Record Newspapers all-area girls basketball team.
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalOswego East senior Aubrey Lamberti is the 2025-2026 girls basketball Record Newspapers Player of the Year
Oswego East senior and Illinois Wesleyan commit Aubrey Lamberti, who this season became the program's all-time leading scorer and averaged 16.7 points and 7.5…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalState releases final Kendall County property tax multiplier
The property assessment equalization factor, commonly called the “multiplier,” is used to ensure uniform property assessments among Illinois counties, as…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalMontgomery will begin spring hydrant flushing on Monday
The purpose of flushing water mains is to clear sediment from the water lines and is essential for maintaining water quality.
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalThunderstorm watch for Grundy and Kendall counties
Residents should look out for large size hail and wind speeds gusting up to 75 mph, the National Weather Service said.
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalOswego District 308 cancels after-school activities ahead of expected severe weather
Storms are expected to develop in the late afternoon and there is a flash flood watch through 3 a.m. Wednesday.
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalSandwich junior Cooper Corder is the Record Newspapers Boys Wrestler of the Year
Sandwich junior Cooper Corder, who won the Class 1A 150-pound state championship to cap a 43-1 season, is the Record Newspapers Boys Wrestler of the Year.
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalMan charged in fatal Oswego attack on wait list for mental health treatment
Darryl Lee Jr., 20, is charged with killing a man using a hammer and knife and injuring another person Oct. 22 at the Chick-fil-A restaurant in Oswego. He has…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalOswego School District 308 not planning to eliminate all interventionist positions
Officials said the district’s goal is to ensure that students who need additional academic support will continue to receive it.
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalRecord Newspapers softball previews for the 2026 season
The 2026 high school softball season starts this week. Here are previews of teams from around the Record Newspapers coverage area.
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalGrande Park Elementary School’s diversity on display at diversity fair
Grande Park Elementary School on March 5 held its fourth annual Diversity Fair, part of its Diversity Spirit Week.
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalRomeoville man who crashed into two Oswego police cars early Monday charged with DUI
A Romeoville man who crashed into two Oswego police cars early Monday while officers were conducting a traffic stop has been charged with driving under the…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalFarnsworth House in Plano hosts exhibit from Chicago artist Noel Mercado
As the first exhibition of the 2026–27 season, “en caminos” launches the two-year-long celebration of the Farnsworth House’s 75th birthday.
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalNaperville man charged with 2 felonies after Yorkville police find loaded handgun, cocaine in vehicle
A Naperville man was charged with two felonies after Yorkville police recovered a loaded handgun and cocaine from his vehicle early Sunday morning.
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalOswego District 308 moving ahead to transfer property for development of former junior high
Oswego School Board members on Monday heard the details of what the transfer of the property to the village of Oswego would involve.
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalOswego East business students stand out at BPA state event
Ninety students with the Oswego East High School’s chapter of Business Professionals of America participated in the recent State Leadership Conference.
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalLandowners, farmers invited to Kendall County conservation district breakfast
This is a collaborative meeting to collect input from the community on local conservation priorities, the Kendall County Soil & Water Conservation District…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalYorkville to conduct customer billing audit as part of Lake Michigan water project
The City Council OK'd a $60,089 contract with EMA, Inc. to conduct a customer billing audit that the city hopes will reduce water that is delivered but…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalYorkville Public Library youth programs feature LEGO days, Read with Paws and more
Yorkville Public Library is open Monday – Thursday, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Curbside service is available.
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalBook sale part of March programs at Plano Library
The Friends of the Plano Library Book Sale will be held Saturday, March 21 through Saturday, March 28.
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalData centers submit $91M up-front proposal to Yorkville, $68.25M for the school district’s buildings expansion
The developers of the Project Steel and Project Cardinal data center projects in Yorkville submitted up-front checks following the mayor's request. The vote is…
Kendall County News - Shaw Local79-year-old woman injured after being hit by vehicle in Oswego shopping center
At approximately 2:28 p.m., officers were dispatched to a report of a vehicle-versus-pedestrian crash. that occurred in the parking lot of 2510 Route 34.
Kendall County News - Shaw Local521 meals served in one evening sets record for Yorkville Knights fish fry
The organization hosts the communal meals every Friday during Lent from 4 to 7 p.m. at the American Legion Hall, 9054 E. Veterans Parkway, in Yorkville.
Kendall County News - Shaw Local‘Dynamic networking’: Yorkville Area Chamber of Commerce’s event features more than 170 local businesses
Annual Membership Dinner celebrates the ‘accomplishments and energy’ of the business community
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalVillage president touts Oswego’s business growth, cites Trader Joe’s as sign things are good
Oswego Village President Ryan Kauffman said it is his goal to make downtown Oswego a true destination, during his State of the Village address.
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalRecord Newspapers Athlete of the Week: Gabe Sanders, Yorkville, basketball, senior
Yorkville senior Gabe Sanders, who had 18 points and nine rebounds in the Foxes' regional final win over Downers Grove South for the program's first regional…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalJayden Riley’s game-winning shot in final minute sends Yorkville Christian past Pontiac into sectional final
Jayden Riley hit a tie-breaking jumper with 46 seconds left and four free throws in the final minute to cap a 28-point night, sending Yorkville Christian past…
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Yorkville approves $149,600 engineering contract to help power data center
The city of Yorkville is laying the groundwork for the complicated process of hiring contractors needed to pull off the high-powered engineering data centers…
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Fleeing or trying to flee from Oswego police now brings a $750 fine
Oswego Police Chief Jason Bastin had recommended the fee to improve roadway safety. The $750 is based on the cost the police department incurs to investigate…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalMuseum program will reveal history of 2 of Oswego’s premier natural areas
The Little White School Museum presents a multimedia history lecture on two of the Oswegoland Park District’s premiere natural areas, Saw Wee Kee and Waa Kee…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalOswegoland Park District plans to use vacant fitness center for recreation programs
The Oswegoland Park District acquired the long-vacant Esporta Fitness center along U.S. Route 34 to expand its indoor recreational and aquatic programming.
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalReflections: Late winter in the Fox River Valley has everyone looking towards spring
The sun is rising a bit earlier each morning, and setting a bit later each evening. Frosty mornings are still common, but there are fewer of them in March, and…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalMan charged with assault, more adults could be charged, following brawl at Plano youth basketball game
The Plano Police Department responded around 1:58 p.m. on Saturday to Emily G. Johns School to reports of around 10 people “yelling and fighting” during the…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalYesteryear: Looking back at stories that captured headlines in the Record for March
Record stories that captured people's attention in years passed.
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalOswego Hometown Expo spotlights community businesses, organizations
Those attending the Oswego Hometown Expo on Feb. 29 at Oswego High School learned about local businesses and organizations, but also had the chance to see…
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Plano Library announces March program lineup for adults, kids
The Plano Public Library has announced its upcoming programming for families and adults.
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalOswego Co-op junior Owen Lippoldt brings home four medals at IHSA state swim meet
Oswego Co-op junior Owen Lippoldt finished third in the 50-yard freestyle and eighth in the 100 freestyle, and swam on the medal-winning 200 freestyle and 400…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalNew boundary agreement between Yorkville and Oswego lays out common rules for future annexations
Fox Bluff Vacation Cottage and RV Resort, formerly known as the Hide-A-Way Lakes Campground, is at the center of a new city boundary agreement between…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalYorkville Christian boys basketball rolls to regional title: Friday’s Record Newspapers sports roundup
Yorkville Christian boys basketball rolled past Chicago Christian to a Class 2A regional title, Oswego Co-Op's Owen Lippoldt qualified for the state swim…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalNeuqua Valley’s Cole Kelly takes over in second half, scores 36 to take rematch with Oswego East
Neuqua Valley star sophomore scored 20 of his 36 points in the second half as the Wildcats pulled away from an eight-point halftime lead to beat Oswego East…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalOswego’s Venue 1012 will host all-day festival, moving away from summer concert series
Instead of Venue 1012 hosting concerts all summer, plans are to hold one full-day event event at the amphitheater on Sept. 19. The free movie Movies Under The…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalYorkville’s Lauryn Trotter did MMA, and went to Fargo Nationals, now she’s set for IHSA state wrestling meet
Yorkville sophomore Lauryn Trotter got her competitive start in mixed martial arts and jiu-jitsu. As a wrestler she made Fargo Nationals in 2024. Now, after an…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalOswego village president ‘deeply disturbed’ by allegations in lawsuit against District 308
Oswego School District 308 Superintendent Andalib Khelghati said the district is committed to protecting the health and safety of students.
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalOswego District 308 teacher a finalist for Golden Apple Award
Jennifer Van Dusen is a veteran fifth grade educator at Prairie Point Elementary School with nearly 30 years of experience.
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalYorkville OKs $5.67 million in water main replacements and road work
As Yorkville enters its third straight year of “aggressively” replacing water mains throughout town, here’s what you need to know about the upcoming work and…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalRecord Newspapers Athlete of the Week: Jayden Riley, Yorkville Christian, basketball, senior
Yorkville Christian senior Jayden Riley, who scored 45 points and handed out seven assists in a win over Freeport, is the Record Newspapers Athlete of the Week…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalDshaun Bolden, Oswego East turn it around against Downers Grove North in second half, move to regional final
Dshaun Bolden scored 10 of his 16 points in the third quarter and had the go-ahead basket in the fourth, and Zayn Manalodi and the Wolves' pressure defense…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalPlainfield East, Oswego go to double OT again as Bengals survive, reach regional final
For the second time this season, Plainfield East and Oswego needed to extend their game to double-overtime to reach an outcome. The Bengals kept their season…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalYorkville boys basketball upsets Naperville North in regional semi: Wednesday Record Newspapers sports roundup
Joey Jakstys scored 21 points as Yorkville upset Naperville North in a regional semifinal, and Plano, Yorkville Christian, Newark and Parkview Christian also…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalOswego School District 308 along with former teacher and coach face lawsuit alleging sexual harassment
The 90-page lawsuit, which seeks damages of more than $50,000, was filed by Chicago-based Disparti Law Group on behalf of four former Oswego High School…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalBaba’s Famous Steak and Lemonade opens in Yorkville
While the menu includes everything from BBQ rib tips, chicken fajitas and crispy gyro melts, Baba's is known for its Philly-style steaks and lemonade.
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalMeals on Wheels served 45,927 meals in Kendall County in 2025, more volunteers needed
Across Kendall County, Meals on Wheels also served 8,713 “cafe meals” in fun social settings to older adults in places like the Beecher Center in Yorkville and…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalOswego District 308 moving ahead to transfer property for development of former junior high
Oswego School Board members on Monday heard the details of what the transfer of the property to the village of Oswego would involve.
Kendall County News - Shaw Local‘Are we going to sell our souls’ former alderman asks Yorkville City Council while denouncing data centers
Yorkville city administrator Bart Olson said as the city has grown, the tax burden has shifted from commercial and industrial to residential. “Which isn’t…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalOswego Library District will expand its reach with new outreach vehicle
The vehicle, which the library district recently acquired for about $215,000, will travel to schools, homes and other destinations.
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalSandwich, Newark boys basketball win regional quarterfinals: Monday’s Record Newspapers sports roundup
Griffin Somlock hit a go-ahead 3-pointer with a minute left to send Sandwich past Stillman Valley and Reggie Chapman scored 19 points to lead Newark past…
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Minooka woman dies in house fire
Authorities have identified a 75-year old woman who died in a house fire in Minooka on Monday. The investigation by the Kendall County Sheriff's Office remains…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalHigh school students invited to explore college majors at Illini Summer Academies
‘Is collage for you?’ Illinois Extention encouraging students to try it for a week.
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalSandwich Park District gets ready for annual spring gardening workshop
The Sandwich Park District would like to invite anyone interested in gardening or anyone who just wants to “think Spring” to come to the 18th annual spring…