A recent writer left the impression that legislators ignored their constituents’ pleas for fiscal sanity and voted for the largest tax increase Illinois has ever endured. The majority of the legislature did. I did not.

On behalf of the Elburn and Countryside Fire Protection District, I would like to thank the following people and/or companies that went above and beyond to assist the Fire District during the Blizzard of 2011:

I just want to start out by saying accidents do happen. It's understandable that when kids get into fights or mess around, someone may get hurt.

With municipal and school board elections coming soon, all candidates should note that placement of campaign signs in the public right-a-ways is illegal.

I would like to thank everyone that made the Elburn community blood drive a success on Feb. 10.

This letter is to express my gratitude to the gentlemen of the Elburn Fire Department. They are absolutely awesome.

The Sugar Grove Chamber of Commerce & Industry has as its focus the fostering of relationships and creating opportunities through which our members can add value to the community.

Guest editorial by state Sen. Chris Lauzen 25th District I am generally a gullible person, typically believing what people tell me. Age is tempering my natural inclination by teaching me that it is wiser to watch what...

Regina “Renee” Rae Lowe (Eaves) Kivisto, 68, of Aurora passed away Friday, Feb. 11, 2011, at McCauley Manor in Aurora.

John J. Machias, 81, of Elburn, passed away Friday evening, Feb. 11, 2011, at Rosewood Care Center in St. Charles.

ELBURN—Every day, three to five large canvas bags arrive at the Elburn Town and Country Library. They are filled with books that patrons have ordered through interlibrary loan.

Elburn—The Elburn Planning Commission approved an application to allow a fitness business to open.

Students who exemplify the type of effort, commitment, character, leadership qualities and academic effort, including achievement, improvement and contributions, that are desired of all Kaneland students are recognized as Students-of-the-Term.

KANE COUNTY—The Kane County Health Department announced the release of “Fit Kids 2020 Plan,” a 51-page document that outlines the strategies required to reverse childhood obesity in Kane County over the next decade.

ELBURN—Blythe Lundberg celebrated her eighth birthday by having a party and asking her friends to bring supplies for the Animal House Shelter in Huntley, Ill.

KANELAND—Mr. Kaneland 2011 will be held at 7 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 18, in the Kaneland High School auditorium.

Elburn—The Elburn Lion’s Club announced the winners of the Calendar Raffle for January and February.

Elburn—The Elburn Planning Commission voted against recommending the approval of an application to allow a dog daycare facility in Welch Creek Business Center at 630 Herra St.

AURORA—The recent severe winter weather and dropping temperatures have affected blood inventories for patients being treated in area hospitals.

Elburn—By 11 a.m. on Wednesday, the snow had stopped falling and the process of digging out began.

SUGAR GROVE—Sugar Grove village officials intent on keeping local roads clear and village residents safe during wintertime had their work cut out for them last Tuesday and Wednesday, thanks to over 20 inches of snowfall.

Public service becomes priority during blizzard ELBURN—Elburn firefighters, police officers, snow plow drivers, neighbors, Good Samaritans and a guy on a snowmobile rose above and beyond the usual to help those in need during Tuesday's blizzard.

Sugar Grove—The Sugar Grove Village Board on Tuesday evening voted 5-0 to approve amendments made to the Village's Meadowridge Villas Annexation Agreement with DRH Cambridge Homes, Inc.

Brooke Klint, 5, her mom, Sherrie, and sister, Abigail, 8, made it out to the Town and Country Public Library Saturday for a Valentine’s Day craft-making program.

The following reports were obtained from local police departments. The individuals charged with crimes are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

A look through this week's church news and events.

SYCAMORE—When KHS wrestling coach Monty Jahns mentioned that his team had an eye on the postseason and may be better equipped for tournament settings, he wasn't kidding.

KANELAND—For the Knights, good things have come in fours lately. The Kaneland boys improved to 13-8 (5-2 Northern Illinois Big XII) with a 48-38 win over the visiting Sycamore Spartans on Friday in Maple Park.

KANELAND—Those that compete in college cross-country and track compete at a higher level. That being the case, Kaneland High School senior Andie Strang has been doing that since 2007.

WASCO—Wasco Girls Fastpitch Softball (WGFSL) has begun registration. WGFSL is a recreational softball league open to all area girls grades kindergarten through 12th grade.

ROSELLE—When DeKalb and Lake Park are in your bowling sectional, it could make for a long morning.

MAPLE PARK—Maple Park Baseball, Softball and T-Ball Registration is still open for the 2011 season. It offers teams for kids ages 4-14 from Little Sluggers on up to Pony League.