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  • Letter: Thank you for supporting Kaneville Fest

    On behalf of the Kaneville Fest committee, we would like to thank our sponsors:

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  • Letter: No intention of ‘moving on’

    I would like to discuss the issues of the Sugar Grove Library Board.

    • Posted 617 days ago
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  • Letter: Thanks to Elburn Firefighters

    Thanks to Elburn Fire Chief Kelly Callaghan and the Elburn firefighters, you are the best.

    • Posted 617 days ago
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  • Forest Preserve plans 6 info meetings to discuss master plan

    Kane County—The Forest Preserve District of Kane County will hold six Public Informational Meetings to revise its Master Plan.

    • Posted 618 days ago
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  • Garfield Farm seeks help with dig

    Campton Hills—Registrations are now being taken for individuals who wish to help with an archaeological excavation beginning Wednesday, Sept. 21, at Garfield Farm Museum.

    • Posted 619 days ago
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  • Fox Valley Family Physicians to open office in Elburn

    Elburn—Fox Valley Family Physicians, a well-established medical practice in Geneva servicing the community since the 1970s, is pleased to announce the opening of a second office location in Elburn beginning Sept. 12.

    • Posted 620 days ago
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  • West Street to be resurfaced

    SUGAR GROVE—The Sugar Grove Village Board on Tuesday voted 6-0 to approve the resurfacing of West Street as part of the 2011 Pavement Maintenance Program.

    • Posted 621 days ago
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  • Kaneland seeks hall of fame nominations

    Kaneland—To celebrate and commemorate the many accomplishments and achievements of Kaneland graduates, Kaneland CUSD #302 has formed the Kaneland Hall of Fame.

    • Posted 621 days ago
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  • Remembering those dark days

    Sugar Grove resident remembers September 11, 2001 by Mike Fagel Ten years; what a difference.

    • Posted 622 days ago
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  • Come fly with me

    Sport aviation for a new generation SUGAR GROVE—Like many people, I had thought about taking flying lessons. I loved flying in private planes and in gliders. Now, thanks to SimplyFLY, a sport aviation company at the Aurora Municipal...

    • Posted 622 days ago
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  • Burroughs named to dean’s list at University of Pittsburgh

    Joseph Burroughs of Elburn was named to the dean’s list for the spring term by earning a 3.50 GPA or better at the School of Nursing at the University of Pittsburgh.

    • Posted 622 days ago
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  • Fields earns degree in psychology

    Jamie Virginia Fields of Sugar Grove earned a B.S. in Psychology from the University of Illinois-Champaign/Urbana in the spring of 2011.

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  • Local residents named to North Central dean’s list

    North Central College announced its dean’s list, and four Sugar Grove residents were included on the list.

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  • Fitzpatrick graduates from Kaplan University

    Chris Fitzpatrick of Elburn earned a bachelor's degree in Business Administration from Kaplan University.

    • Posted 622 days ago
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  • Vazquez, Michels receive $1,000 scholarships

    Samantha Vazquez and Nick Michels each received a $1,000 scholarship from the Sugar Grove Chamber of Commerce and Industry in July.

    • Posted 622 days ago
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  • Editorial—Community: More important than ever before

    With the economy struggling like it is, combined with the unique struggles of the newspaper industry in general, now does not the seem like the right time to get into the business.

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  • Traffic signal planned for Route 38, Meredith

    Maple Park—State Sen. Chris Lauzen (R-25) announced that a traffic signal will be installed at the intersection of Route 38 and Meredith Road near Kaneland High School.

    • Posted 623 days ago
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  • Neighbors split on possible Pouley Road closing

    ELBURN—About nine people, including two township trustees, showed up at a public meeting to express their opinions about possibly closing the at-grade crossing at Pouley Road, if requested by Union Pacific once the Anderson Road bridge is...

    • Posted 623 days ago
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  • Police Department offers thanks for dedication

    MAPLE PARK—Maple Park Police Chief Mike Acosta on Tuesday presented six village residents with plaques to thank them for their dedication to various department-sponsored events.

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  • SG cancels TIF District

    Village plans to discuss concerns before restarting process SUGAR GROVE—Sugar Grove's proposed Tax Increment Financing (TIF) District is officially off the table for now. It likely won't be out of commission for long, however.

    • Posted 623 days ago
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  • Photo gallery: Fun Fest’s finest

    First baseman Aaron Williams of Annabelle's Army gets the runner out at first base as they went on to win 9-4 against Bill's Custom during the slow-pitch softball tournament at Maple Park's Fun Fest on Saturday.

    • Posted 623 days ago
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  • SG issues bond for water meter replacement program

    SUGAR GROVE—The Sugar Grove Village Board on Tuesday voted 6-0 to approve the issuance of General Obligation Alternate Bonds for the water meter replacement program.

    • Posted 623 days ago
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  • Village approves crack sealing program

    SUGAR GROVE—The Sugar Grove Village Board on Tuesday voted 6-0 to approve the 2011 Crack Sealing Program.

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  • Sept. 9 police blotter

    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.

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  • Church news for Sept. 9

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

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  • PTO fall/winter clothing and toy resale today/tomorrow

    Kaneland—The John Shields and McDole Elementary semi-annual children’s clothing and toy resale is from 6 to 9 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 9, and from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 10, at Sugar Grove Community...

    • Posted 623 days ago
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  • The prince, princess of the plowmatch

    The Big Rock Plowing Match Prince and Princess Contest is just one of the many activities featured during the three-day festival, scheduled for Friday through Sunday, Sept. 16-18, in Plowman’s Park in Big Rock.

    • Posted 623 days ago
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  • New KHS mural conveys strength, pride

    KANELAND—Kaneland High School students might not know who muralist Eujolio “Joe” Ortega is, but they are almost certainly familiar with his work.

    • Posted 624 days ago
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  • Knights start long weekend with win over Huntley

    KANELAND—It seemed like every time Huntley came up with a big play in Maple Park on a humid Friday night, KHS was there to answer.

    • Posted 624 days ago
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  • Lady Knights put the brooms to H-BR Royals, now 6-2 on court

    KANELAND—Lady Knights volleyball seems to be settling into a nice early rhythm eight matches into 2011. The recent good fortunes have made matters quite bumpy for KHS opponents.

    • Posted 624 days ago
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  • Elburn hoops holding signup

    Elburn Basketball currently has three open registrations for the following programs:

    • Posted 624 days ago
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  • KHS tennis edged in Tuesday match

    AURORA—On a sunny and cool afternoon in Aurora, the Lady Knights tennis crew saw their fortunes cool for a bit—a result of a 4-3 dual loss to Illinois Math and Science Academy.

    • Posted 624 days ago
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