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Kendall County News - Shaw Local
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Kendall County News - Shaw LocalKendall County sheriff’s police close roadways southeast of Yorkville after ‘serious crash’
Drivers are encouraged to use alternate routes after Kendall County sheriff’s police closed Walker Road between Penman Road and Church Road around 3:40 p.m…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalYour guide to the November 2026 election in Kendall County
This November 2026, Kendall County voters will pick a new U.S. senator to represent Illinois, decide whether to give Gov. JB Pritzker a third term and cast…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalNew Trader Joe’s store in Oswego expected to open by mid-November
In addition to the new Oswego store, Trader Joe’s also is building a store in a space at 2741 Plainfield Road in Joliet in the Joliet Commons shopping center…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalHell’s BBQ to receive $40,000 grant from Oswego for building improvements
The Oswego Village Board unanimously approved a $40,000 economic development incentive award for Hell’s BBQ, which will move into the space at 228 E…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalRecord Newspapers Athlete of the Week: Oswego Co-Op’s Alli Wiertel
Oswego Co-Op's Alli Wiertel won a regional and a sectional within a week's span. Now headed to the IHSA state tournament for the second year in a row, Wiertel…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalSandwich volleyball sweeps Woodstock in KRC action: Wednesday’s Record Newspapers sports roundup
Sandwich volleyball achieved its third Kishwaukee River Conference victory with a sweep of Woodstock, Oswego East flag football won its second straight…
Kendall County News - Shaw Local101-unit Mitchell Crossings apartment complex ready to build in Plano
A groundbreaking ceremony is being held for the three-building, 101-unit, Mitchell Crossings apartment complex in Plano that developers said will answer the…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalYorkville District 115’s students get start on post-high school success through pathways program
Superintendent Matt Zediker said the district is proud of its college and careers pathways initiative, calling it a “foundational piece” to career success that…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalYorkville Sons of the American Legion to open breakfast season Sunday
Post 489 will host its first buffet breakfast of the season Oct. 11. This episode includes AI-generated content.
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalParkview Christian, Yorkville volleyball sweep midweek matches: Tuesday’s Record Newspapers sports roundup
The Parkview Christian and Yorkville girls volleyball teams swept their respective matches, and Oswego East boys soccer came back to beat conference foe…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalYesteryear: Looking back at stories that captured headlines in the Record for October
Kendall County Now stories that captured people's attention in years passed. This episode includes AI-generated content.
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Oswego Co-Op’s Alli Wiertel wins sectional championship: Monday’s Record Newspapers sports roundup
Oswego Co-Op junior Alli Wiertel fired a 72 to win the individual crown at the Class 2A Normal Sectional and advance to state, Newark volleyball swept IMSA in…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalKendall County Judge Robert Pilmer announces retirement
Kendall County Judge Robert Pilmer has announced his retirement from the 23rd Judicial Circuit Court. His replacement will be appointed by the Illinois Supreme…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalOutgoing State Rep. Kifowit to run for Oswego Village Board next year
Oswego’s consolidated election will take place on April 6. State Rep. Stephanie Kifowit was first elected to the Illinois General Assembly in 2012. This…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalMoney stolen in break-in at a Yorkville business
The robbery took place between 8 p.m. and 8:45 p.m. at a business in the 100 block of U.S. Route 34 on the evening of Sept. 30, according to the Yorkville…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalReflections: Technological change on the frontier was slow, and then very fast
History is funny in the way it affects people even when they don’t perceive it’s happening. This episode includes AI-generated content.
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalFormer Oswego Library director honored for work on preserving local history
Former Oswego Public Library District Director Sarah Skilton was recently honored by the Oswegoland Heritage Association Board of Directors for her work on…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalPlano man charged with criminal damage to property, obstructing police
At 1:04 p.m. Oct. 3, Plano Police responded to the 300 block on Park Street for a report of domestic disturbance, which led to the destruction of several…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalYorkville School District 115 superintendent highlights overcrowding solutions at State of the District
With a $159 million referendum on the Nov. 3 ballot, Yorkville School District 115 Superintendent Matt Zediker addressed efforts to stay ahead of the…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalMontgomery’s Halloween display contest now open for nominations
Online nominations are now open through 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 18. Montgomery Beautification Committee members will visit the nominated addresses on the…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalBistro Manila of Naperville coming to Oswego, taking the space formerly held by Asadoras Argentinas Burgers
Bistro Manila closed its location at 2764 Aurora Ave. in Naperville recently. It plans to announce its opening date at its new location in Oswego soon. This…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalOswego Public Library to host costume swap on Saturday
Those attending the event can browse a wide selection of gently used costumes in various styles and sizes. This episode includes AI-generated content.
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalPlano District 88 budget includes $6.3 million for expansion of P.H. Miller Elementary School
The Plano District 88 said it has abated nearly $17.5 million in property taxes since 2015. This episode includes AI-generated content.
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalOswego East downs SPC foe Plainfield East in penalty kicks: Thursday’s Record Newspapers sports roundup
Oswego East boys soccer battled through rain-soaked conditions to take down Southwest Prairie Conference foe Plainfield East on the road, winning 2-1 in…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalSerena girls volleyball fends off ‘scrappy’ Plano for 11th straight win
Serena didn't trail once on Thursday night as the Huskers beat Plano in straight sets, 25-15, 25-20, to achieve their fourth straight sweep and 11th straight…
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ATM stolen from Yorkville business later found in Cook County
An ATM was stolen from a business in Yorkville in an overnight burglary in which the glass door to the business was shattered. This episode includes…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalGroup proposing shelter next to Boulder Hill school looking at other locations after strong opposition
Boulder Hill subdivision residents packed the Neighborhood Church of the Brethren on Sept. 24 to speak out against putting an overnight warming shelter in the…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalYorkville approves dog grooming business but limits hours for noise concerns
The city of Yorkville is green-lighting a special-use permit for K-9 to Life Dog Grooming to occupy the historic red brick building at 111 W. Madison St. This…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalYorkville police heighten citations of semitrucks using residential streets
The Yorkville Police Department shed light on increased patrols on Corneils Road between Illinois Route 47 and Eldamain Road. This episode includes…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalRecord Newspapers Athlete of the Week: Yorkville's Taylor Fedanzo-Dudley
Yorkville's Taylor Fedanzo-Dudley took first place at No. 2 singles in the West Aurora quad meet and went 4-1 against SPC opponents last week. Now…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalOswego, Yorkville flag football pick up first-round playoff wins: Wednesday’s Record Newspapers sports roundup
Oswego and Yorkville each achieved decisive victories in the IHSA flag football regional quarterfinals, Oswego East boys golf advanced to sectionals with a…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalDuncan Kubek, Oswego East battle through rain to place second at home regional
Even as steady rain flooded the greens on its home course, the Oswego East boys golf team shot a 299 to take second at Wednesday's Class 3A Oswego East…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalKankakee man charged in fatal stabbing attack at Chick-fil-A in Oswego now found fit to stand trial
Darryl Lee Jr., 20, of Kankakee, is charged with killing a man using a hammer and knife and injuring another person on Oct. 22, 2025, at the Chick-fil-A…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalMontgomery to begin residential fall brush pickup
Montgomery Public Works crews will begin Monday and make only one pass through each neighborhood. Residents are advised to stack all brush neatly in the…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalSee ‘ghosts’ of local history at annual Oswego Cemetery Walk
Registration on the day of the event is $10, space permitting. Participants should arrive at the cemetery shortly before the beginning of their time slots so…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalSection of Roth Road in Oswego reopens after construction for Lake Michigan water project
In June, area officials participated in a groundbreaking ceremony at Oswego East High School for a 30-mile, almost $400 million Lake Michigan transmission main…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalOswego East flag football handles Elgin in regional quarterfinals: Tuesday’s Record Newspapers sports roundup
Nine different players scored for Oswego East flag football in a dominant playoff win, Newark volleyball extended its winning streak to 11 games, Oswego…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalPlainfield North girls golf continues historic season with second regional title
Plainfield North girls golf added another feat to its already historic season Tuesday, winning its second regional championship at the Class 2A Plainfield…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalYorkville enters mutual health emergency response agreement with Kendall County Health Department
In times of a health emergency or disaster, the city of Yorkville has the Kendall County Health Department’s back. The Yorkville Police said it would assist…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalLearn about the trees that are witnesses to Kendall County’s history at Oswego museum program
Ken Mozingo will bring the stories of these living reminders of the Fox Valley’s pioneer era to life when he presents “Witness Trees of Kendall County, at the…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalMontgomery appoints new economic development director
The village of Montgomery called the hiring a “significant step” in its efforts to expand its economic footprint. This episode includes AI-generated content.
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalDown the Garden Path: Our native oaks
Oaks provide food and shelter for hundreds of animals, including more than 800 species of caterpillars, the most of any tree group. This episode includes…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalOswego East boys soccer posts school-record ninth shutout: Monday’s Record Newspapers sports roundup
Oswego East soccer set a new school record with its ninth shutout victory, Newark volleyball reached a double-digit win streak with a road sweep and Oswego…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalOswego beats Plainfield North by one shot to win first SPC boys golf title since 2019
Led by Carter Anderson's 5-under-par 67, Oswego edged Plainfield North by a single shot to win its first Southwest Prairie Conference boys golf title since…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalRetiring pastor delivers final sermon at Oswego church
The Rev. Steve Good was the 61st pastor at Church of the Good Shepherd United Methodist in Oswego since the church was founded in 1861. This episode includes…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalYorkville church seeks donations for fall rummage sale
Yorkville Congregational United Church of Christ will accept donations of clean, usable items in good condition from Oct. 18 to 20. This episode includes…
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Kendall County lays out long-term development vision by adopting 20-year comprehensive plan
Kendall County Board members have unanimously approved a 20-year countywide comprehensive plan to guide future growth, development, land use, infrastructure…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalWaubonsee opens food pantry for students and families to access
The food pantry offers free, non-perishable groceries to all students and their families, Waubonsee Community College said. This episode includes AI-generated…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalLatest project will finally get Yorkville caught up on subdivision road repairs
The city of Yorkville is gearing up to finish road improvements on the city's last subdivisions needing resurfacing. This episode includes AI-generated content.
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalRelive Montgomery’s history at cemetery walk
Guests will be led in small groups through the cemetery “on a tour back in time”, visiting gravesites with volunteer actors portraying Montgomery settlers and…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalScarecrow Walk is back; Yorkville students’ design advocates for the blind and visually impaired
The Yorkville Scarecrow Walk features community-made whimsical scarecrows, running through Oct. 31. This episode includes AI-generated content.
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalYorkville Library features kids’ programs with fall and Halloween themes
The Yorkville Public Library’s Youth Services Department has scheduled a month of story times, craft sessions and holiday-themed events for October This…
Kendall County News - Shaw Local13-year-old boy charged with hate crime after Oswego police investigate threatening comments online
A 13-year-old boy has been charged in juvenile court with a hate crime after Oswego police said Friday that they investigated a report of a boy posting…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalCharges pending against Oswego man following domestic disturbance Friday morning
Oswego police said a gun was fired inside the home at the center of a welfare check that led to a standing shelter-in-place order Friday morning. This episode…
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Oswego police say gun fired from inside home during shelter-in-place order
Oswego police said a gun was fired inside the home at the center of a welfare check that led to a standing shelter-in-place order Friday morning. This is a…
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Boulder Hill residents voice opposition to putting overnight warming shelter next to elementary school
The nonprofit group Oswegoland Community House is proposing the shelter along with a food pantry and clothes closet. This episode includes AI-generated content.
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalYorkville, Oswego East girls tennis earn decisive SPC victories: Thursday’s Record Newspapers sports roundup
Yorkville and Oswego East's girls tennis teams won their respective SPC meets, Sandwich and Plano's boys golf teams competed at the KRC tournament and…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalJacob McPhee drills game-winner as Oswego East boys soccer completes comeback against rival Oswego
After scoring Oswego East's first goal and assisting the equalizer, junior captain Jacob McPhee came in clutch with the game-winning goal in penalties to…
Kendall County News - Shaw LocalKendall County Sheriff candidates debate use of Flock cameras
Kendall County Undersheriff Bobby Richardson, a Republican, is running against retired Kendall County deputy Jose Villagrana, a Democrat, for sheriff. This…
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Use of Flock cameras debated at Kendall County Sheriff candidate forum
Kendall County Undersheriff Bobby Richardson, a Republican, is running against retired Kendall County deputy Jose Villagrana, a Democrat, for sheriff. This…