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Kendall County News - Shaw LocalYorkville Public Library youth programs for February
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 LocalReflections: Kendall County marks 185 years, nearly 2 centuries of growth and change
As the nation celebrates its 250th anniversary, right here in Kendall County we’ll be celebrating a little quieter, but celebrating nonetheless our small…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalDown the Garden Path: Illinois winters provide unique bird watching opportunities
We get a real treat here during winter with the birds that use the Midwest for their wintering grounds.
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalKendall County sets community health priorities for next 5 years
Every certified Health Department has a three-to-five-year Community Health Improvement Plan, which outlines how the Health Department and community will…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalMillbrook church to host annual country breakfast
Millbrook United Methodist Church will hosts its annual all-you-can-eat country breakfast and homemade bakery.
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalCooper Corder wins back-and-forth match, wins Sandwich’s first state title since 2012
Sandwich junior Cooper Corder got revenge for his lone loss of the season, taking down Unity Christian's Clinton VerHeecke in a 10-9 decision to win his first…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalOswego East girls bowlers take fifth at IHSA state meet: Saturday’s Record Newspapers sports roundup
Oswego East's girls bowling team took fifth at the IHSA state meet and Jayden Riley poured in 45 points to lead Yorkville Christian past Freeport in the…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalYorkville Public Library offers diverse adult programs through February
Yorkville Public Library Hour is open Monday through Saturday, Curbside service is available for those who prefer not to enter the library. The library will be…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalOvercrowding ‘unsustainable’ Yorkville superintendent tells City Council ahead of March referendum
Entering the final leg before residents decide a $275 million referendum for new school buildings, the Yorkville 115 Superintendent made his pitch to City…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalLearn how to save money with Grow Your Own Groceries gardening series
Illinois Extension is launching a flexible vegetable gardening webinar series to help gardeners of all levels save money and grow produce successfully
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalYorkville expanding community development department, city says will increase outreach
The city of Yorkville welcomed a new hire to its development department in January, increasing the department to four full-time staffers.
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalSandwich’s Cooper Corder wins semifinal, to wrestle for state title: Friday’s Record Newspapers sports roundup
Sandwich junior Cooper Corder advanced to Saturday’s state championship match at Champaign’s State Farm Center with a semifinal win Friday, while Yorkville…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalKendall County Forest Preserve District examining fatal deer disease at Saturday workshop
There is a fatal neurological disease that makes deer lose their fear of humans. As the brain and central nervous system deteriorate, the deer “wastes” away.
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalHere are 2026 IHSA boys basketball postseason storylines to watch in Kendall County
Can Yorkville Christian, moved up to Class 2A, make a run? Will we get a star-studded rematch between Oswego East and Yorkville? Can the third time be the…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalYorkville committee says traffic control devices not needed at Caledonia subdivision intersection
Yorkville Police increased enforcement in the area, including on semitrailers on residential streets.
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalThree Kendall County-area wrestlers advance to state semifinals: Thursday’s Record Newspapers sports roundup
Sandwich junior Cooper Corder, Yorkville junior Donovan Rosauer and Yorkville Christian senior Jackson Allen all advanced to the state semifinals with two wins…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalMidland tops Yorkville Christian for first regional title since 1999
The Midland girls basketball team received a huge 3-pointer from senior Emma Franks in the final minutes of a 52-45 victory over Yorkville Christian in the…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalYorkville man sentenced to 12 years in prison for child sexual abuse
Chaske Roskopf was charged in 2022 following an investigation by the Kendall County Sheriff’s Office that revealed he had been sexually assaulting a child…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalMan found shot to death in Oswego Township house identified as 22-year-old Venezuelan
The Kendall County Coroner’s Office has identified the man as Luis Manuel Chauran Escobar, a 22-year-old from Valencia, Venezuela.
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Record Newspapers Athlete of the Week: Van Rosauer, Yorkville, wrestling, junior
Yorkville junior Van Rosauer, who won the 150-pound sectional championship at the Class 3A Edwardsville Sectional with an overtime decision to qualify for…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalOswego to become part of solar program that could save village $40,000 a year
The Community Solar program allows the village to subscribe to a remote solar energy project instead of installing panels onsite. Village trustees unanimously…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalJayden Zepeda’s 21 points lead Plano past Richmond-Burton: Wednesday’s Record Newspapers roundup
Jayden Zepeda's 21 points led Plano past Richmond-Burton, plus Sandwich results in Wednesday's roundup.
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalYorkville increases building fees for data centers, looks to hire electrical and mechanical inspectors
In justifying the increases, the city of Yorkville said just one building for the 228-acre, nine building CyrusOne data center campus will require almost 300…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalHere are the Record Newspapers-area qualifiers for the IHSA individual state wrestling meet
Here are the Record Newspapers-area qualifiers for the IHSA individual state wrestling meet.
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalSandwich’s Cooper Corder, already a two-time state medalist, aiming for top spot in Champaign this weekend
Sandwich junior Cooper Corder is already a two-time state medalist. Now Corder is aiming for the top spot at the IHSA state wrestling meet in Champaign this…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalPancake breakfast a fundraiser for Oswego Kiwanis, Oswego East H.S. band
The Kiwanis Club of Oswego and Oswego East Band Boosters are joining together to host an all-you-can-eat pancake breakfast fundraiser.
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalCold Stone Creamery plans a comeback in Oswego
Cold Stone Creamery is planning to open later this year at 2942 U.S. Route 34, next to Poke Bros. restaurant.
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalAubrey Lamberti’s coast-to-coast drive and buzzer-beater sends Oswego East past Neuqua Valley in regional semi
Oswego East's Aubrey Lamberti went coast-to-coast off a Neuqua Valley miss in the final 10 seconds, her short runner rolling into the basket as time expired to…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalOswego, Oswego East boys basketball get wins: Tuesday’s Record Newspapers sports roundup
Ethan Vahl's 21 points and 10 rebounds paced Oswego past Plainfield North, Dshaun Bolden scored 24 in Oswego East's win over Minooka, and Yorkville girls…
Kendall County News - Shaw Local2 kids rescued from Fox River near dam in Montgomery
Late Tuesday afternoon, Montgomery police and fire personnel responded to reports of kids clinging to a log in the Fox River.
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalPlano Library hosts SciTech STEM workshop
The workshop will allow participants to explore the science of flight by designing and testing a simple paper helicopter in a hands-on wind tunnel.
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalGreenhouse, winery and textiles business earn Made in Kendall awards
Made in Kendall is a program of the Kendall County Economic Development Office with the goal of promoting manufacturing and supporting manufacturers and makers…
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Person of interest held in connection with fatal Oswego Township shooting, police say
The Kendall County Sheriff’s Office believes the shooting occurred between 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. Sunday following a party at the house Saturday night.
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalYorkville Christian girls basketball rolls into regional final: Monday’s Record Newspapers sports roundup
Yorkville Christian girls basketball rolled past Serena into Thursday's regional final, while Parkview Christian was upset by Ottawa Marquette and Oswego and…
Kendall County News - Shaw Local‘Not closing’ Yorkville American Legion says, as building gets listed for sale
Long a staple of the community and a familiar gathering place, the Yorkville American Legion is undergoing some changes. According to a statement, the American…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalPlano Library announces its upcoming February and March programs
The Plano Public Library has announced its upcoming programming for families and adults.
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Girl shot in leg in Oswego Township, dead man also found in home
Investigators identified a potential person of interest, who was detained and is currently in custody, although charges have not yet been filed, the Kendall…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalConservation Foundation’s program at Yorkville Library uncovers Fox River’s diversity
Join Connie Kollmeyer from the Conservation Foundation for The Yorkville Public Library will host “Our Hidden Gem: The Fox River” at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalKendall County commission invites building nominations for historic preservation
Completed applications are due by 4 p.m. on March 2 and can be submitted by mail or email o the Kendall County Historic Preservation Commission.
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalPlano man charged with striking a police officer after bar disturbance
Plano police were called to Mugshots Sports Bar & Grill on Saturday evening for a report of a disturbance.
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalVillage, Oswego School District to have financial analysis done on development of former junior high
Oswego village board trustees in December unanimously voted to approve a concept plan for the 161-unit apartment and townhouse development, located at 61…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalUniversity of Illinois Extension new program helps farmers feeling financial, mental health stress
Assistance resources range from mental health vouchers and crisis support lines to comprehensive financial planning tools. Economic stress takes a personal…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalYorkville Christian sends eight wrestlers to state: Saturday’s Record Newspapers sports roundup
Yorkville Christian sent eight wrestlers to state from the Coal City Sectional, while Yorkville's Van Rosauer and Sandwich's Cooper Corder won sectional…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalYorkville American Legion and the Knights of Columbus honored by the city
The city of Yorkville took a moment to show appreciation to the Yorkville American Legion and the Knights of Columbus for the volunteering work both…
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Yorkville police crackdown on semi-trucks driving through subdivisions
After safety concerns from residents of semi-trucks driving down residential subdivision streets, the Yorkville police cracked down on enforcement.
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalUniversity of Illinois Extension’s spring garden seminars offer learning and community connection
Illinois Extension staff offer gardening education throughout the state.
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalEthan Vahl, Oswego beat Oswego East in OT again, sweep crosstown series for first time in 10 years
Ethan Vahl scored 30 points, six in overtime with two assists, Brayden Borrowman hit the go-ahead free throws in overtime, and visiting Oswego beat Oswego East…
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Plano, Sandwich, Yorkville Christian boys basketball all win: Friday’s Record Newspapers sports roundup
Plano, Sandwich and Yorkville Christian boys basketball were all winners in Friday's roundup.
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalOswego East H. S. students walk out of school Friday to protest actions of ICE agents
Oswego East High School freshman Olivia Benitez organized a student walkout on Friday against the actions of Immigrant and Custom Enforcement agents.
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalYorkville says latest bids for parts of Lake Michigan water project coming in $28 million under projections
City Administrator Bart Olson said the last bids for the large construction project should open in the middle of March. He said after that, the city should…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalBolingbrook tops Yorkville girls basketball in regular season finale: Thursday Record Newspapers roundup
Yorkville girls basketball dropped its regular season finale to Bolingbrook on Thursday.
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalSeveral Kendall County government offices will operate remotely Friday
Kendall County officials on Tuesday celebrated the completion of a $9.9 million renovation of the Kendall County Office Building in downtown Yorkville.
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalParkview Christian, Yorkville Christian lead Kendall County-area teams with regional title aspirations
Parkview Christian, which plays four sophomores and two freshmen, is 26-3 and will be going for its first IHSA regional title next week, while Yorkville…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalYorkville alderman rejects conflict of interest claim in representing ex-Oswego parks director
Tom Betsinger was charged last July with allegedly attempting to run over a person with his pickup truck in Yorkville and driving under the influence of…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalRecord Newspapers Athlete of the Week: Tray Alford, Yorkville Christian, basketball, junior
Yorkville Christian junior Tray Alford, who scored 18 points, including his 1,000th career point, in a win over Joliet Catholic, and scored 17 points with the…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalSandwich boys basketball beats Newark: Wednesday’s Record Newspapers sports roundup
EJ Treptow scored 17 points and Griffin Somlock 15 to lead Sandwich to a win at Newark, Alan Contreras and Ethan Taxis each scored 14 in a Plano win, Desiree…
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First-approved data center in Yorkville downsizing plans, all buildings likely to be half the height
The developers of the CyrusOne data center have reduced the plan to eight warehouses totaling 2.1 million square feet and downsized the substation by half its…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalOswego’s Dillon Griffin, state alternate last year, chasing bid for Champaign at sectionals this weekend
Oswego senior Dillon Griffin was a state alternate last year, losing in the blood round at sectionals, but has been a warmup partner at state for two former…
Kendall County News - Shaw Local‘A lasting positive impact’- Reds Baseball Academy opens training facility in Yorkville
The Reds Baseball Academy in Yorkville celebrated the grand opening of the new “state-of-the-art” training facility they hope will lead to some grand slams…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalYorkville approves annexing, rezoning 106 acres for proposed new school
The City Council on Wednesday passed all measures needed for Yorkville School District 115 to continue developing plans for the property, west of the current…