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Kendall County local news, information and more from Record Newspapers, part of the Shaw Local News Network. Visit us at: https://www.shawlocal.com/kendall-county-now/
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Carter Lucas stonewalls Waubonsie Valley as Oswego East sets school wins record, wins regional title
In a Superman-esque effort, Carter Lucas made eight saves, including seven in the second half, to lift Oswego East over Waubonsie Valley 1-0 in Saturday's regional title match, helping the Wolves achieve their school-record 19th win and their second regional title. This episode includes...
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Lake Michigan water line project closes part of Springdale Road in Boulder Hill for about two months
All through traffic is being detoured using Saugatuck, Wembley Road and Barnaby roads. The Waubonsie Trail is temporarily detoured via Matena Drive, Charlotte Lane, Wembley Road and Saugatuck Road for pedestrian safety. This episode includes AI-generated content.
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Race to increase traffic on several streets in Oswego Sunday morning
Oswego Police are advising motorists they may want to consider alternate routes around these areas if they are not participating in the event. This episode includes AI-generated content.
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Yorkville Police identify 3 more alleged victims of man filming minors undressing at Yorkville banquet hall
The Yorkville Police Department has identified 3 additional victims as part of its investigation into the unlawful recording of minors undressing at the Martini Banquet Hall in Yorkville. The owner of the banquet hall is facing 9 felony counts. That number may grow. This episode includes...
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Kendall County property transfers: March 19 to Nov. 8, 2024
Kendall County property transfers from March 19 to Nov. 8, 2024. This episode includes AI-generated content.
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Yorkville looks to keep tax levy at same level as last year
The City of Yorkville has approved an initial tax levy amount of $4,172,000 that stays flat compared with last year. This episode includes AI-generated content.
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Yorkville, Sandwich volleyball win matches: Thursday’s Record Newspapers sports roundup
Yorkville volleyball scored the last four points of the match to beat Plainfield North, Sandwich volleyball won a marathon third set to beat Mendota, plus state tennis results in Thursday's roundup. This episode includes AI-generated content.
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Now a ‘true runner,’ Yorkville’s Athena Triner racing with confidence after unexpected success
Yorkville star Athena Triner didn't expect to have as much success as she's had in her junior season. But after winning last week's Southwest Prairie Conference, she's running with new confidence, just in time for the postseason. This episode includes AI-generated content.
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Oswego says severe weather caused more than $35,000 loss to special events budget
The village was forced to cancel its Boots, Bourbon & BBQ Fest, which was set to take place Sept. 19 at the village’s outdoor amphitheater, Venue 1012, due to heavy rain. . This episode includes AI-generated content.
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Yorkville’s historic Chapel on the Green will honor veterans at annual tribute program
The annual free event, a tradition for 15 years, will begin at 1 p.m. on Nov. 8, when attendees can view military artifacts and memorabilia and talk with local veterans. This episode includes AI-generated content.
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Record Newspapers Athlete of the Week: Plano's Ethan Taxis
Plano senior Ethan Taxis ran for 188 yards and a TD in the Reapers' victory over Marengo last week, helping them secure one of the final spots in the IHSA football playoffs. Taxis is the Record Newspapers Athlete of the Week in an online vote. This episode includes AI-generated content.
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Jessi Ramey, Khloe White power Sandwich volleyball past Plano: Wednesday’s Record Newspapers sports roundup
Jassi Ramey and Khloe White each posted double-doubles, combining for 32 digs and 31 assists to help Sandwich take a three-set victory over rival Plano on the road, and more in Wednesday's Record Newspapers roundup. This episode includes AI-generated content.
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Plainfield North boys soccer gets revenge on Oswego in regional semifinals
Sophomore Zaki Berraki scored his first high school goal, and senior Joel Martinez netted the game-winner to help Plainfield North beat Oswego 2-1 in Wednesday's regional semifinal for its first playoff victory since 2021. This episode includes AI-generated content.
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Oswego Village Board approves revised plans for Orchard Road self-storage facility
At the Oct. 20 Oswego Village Board meeting, trustees voted unanimously to approve a special use permit for a self-storage facility on 5.7 acres at the southwest corner of Lewis Street and Station Drive. This episode includes AI-generated content.
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Shaw Media sports reporter killed in Kendall County crash
Robert Oesterle, 57, of Morris, was killed Tuesday afternoon when the car he was driving collided with a semitruck in Lisbon Township, authorities said. This episode includes AI-generated content.
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Jacob McPhee lifts Oswego East to regional semifinal win: Tuesday’s Record Newspapers sports roundup
Jacob McPhee scored a pair of goals to lead Oswego East boys soccer to a regional semifinal victory, Oswego East girls volleyball thwarted Yorkville in three sets and more in Tuesday's Record Newspapers roundup. This episode includes AI-generated content.
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Lexie Grevengoed, Joliet West top Oswego in three-set thriller, win Southwest Prairie title
In a battle of two of the area's top offenses on Tuesday night, Lexie Grevengoed had the hottest hand. The junior racked up 23 kills to help Joliet West win a three-set thriller at Oswego and claim its third Southwest Prairie Conference title in four years. This episode includes AI-generated...
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U.S. Route 52, Church Road in Kendall County closed following serious crash
The roadways will remain closed while the Illinois State Police conduct their investigation, the Kendall County Sheriff’s Office said. This episode includes AI-generated content.
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Oswego man accused of filming minors dressing during events at Yorkville banquet hall
Yorkville police said the Oswego man allegedly recorded surveillance video of underage females in a changing area during multiple events hosted by the business in 2023. This episode includes AI-generated content.
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Conservation Foundation’s Sunset Supper raises $60,000 for suburban nature projects
Attendees contributed more than $30,000 at the event, and a private donor matched that amount with an additional $30,000, according to The Conservation Foundation. This episode includes AI-generated content.
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Oswego police issue 109 seatbelt citations, 14 speeding tickets in special enforcement campaign
The traffic enforcement effort – in effect from Sept. 9 through Sept. 30 – focused on some of the most common factors that contribute to traffic crashes and injuries This episode includes AI-generated content.
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Newark volleyball sweeps Parkview Christian on senior night: Monday’s Record Newspapers sports roundup
The Newark volleyball team honored its seniors as the Norsemen achieved a sweep against nonconference foe Parkview Christian, while Sandwich volleyball took at Kishwaukee River Conference loss on the road in Monday's Record Newspapers roundup. This episode includes AI-generated content.
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Chicago woman charged with burglary, criminal damage to Oswego home
At approximately 5 p.m. Sunday, Oswego Police were dispatched to the 300 block of Risen Star Lane for a domestic situation. This episode includes AI-generated content.
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Wheaton man charged with reckless driving, DUI following crash with semitruck in Oswego
A 21-year-old Wheaton man has been charged with allegedly driving under the influence of alcohol following a crash with a semi-truck in Oswego on Oct. 16. This episode includes AI-generated content.
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Reflections: A ghostly tale for a misty Halloween season
It is nearly time for All Hallows Eve again, when ghosties and beasties and things that go bump in the night come to your door for a trick or treat. This episode includes AI-generated content.
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Annual Taste of Norway festival returns to Montgomery
The Sons of Norway Polar Star Chapter will host its annual Hostfest with food, crafts and cooking demonstrations at St. Olaf Lutheran Church. This episode includes AI-generated content.
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Kendall County sees more interest in voting early, either by mail or in person
At 9 a.m. on Monday, the community room at Oswego Village Hall at 100 Parkers Mill, Oswego, will also be open for early voting. This episode includes AI-generated content.
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Yorkville Library offers a variety of adult book clubs
Yorkville Library brings adults together with free weekly books clubs held at different times and days. This episode includes AI-generated content.
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Lawmakers Davis, Rezin launch winter clothing drive
The two legislators, representing Grundy and Kendall counties, are collecting new and unused cold-weather items for local families in need beginning Monday. This episode includes AI-generated content.
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All new skate park coming to Yorkville’s Rotary Park; city approves $50,663 renovation
A $50K skate park is coming to Yorkville. Rotary Park will feature all new ramps, rails, a concrete bowl and a halfpipe. Parks staff called the park a 'special place' for countless kids. This episode includes AI-generated content.
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‘Biz Boo!’ Halloween family fun includes contests, raffles, touch-a-truck in Yorkville Oct. 17
Several Halloween hotspots are featured in the 'Biz Boo!' route through Yorkville, featuring around 100 businesses and the local police and fire departments. The event is hosted by the Yorkville Area Chamber of Commerce. This episode includes AI-generated content.
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Sandwich police investigating reported hit-and-run
Sandwich police are asking for the public’s help in an ongoing investigation of a reported hit-and-run Oct. 14. This episode includes AI-generated content.
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Last ‘Cruise Nights’ of the year tonight at Fox Republic Brewing in Yorkville
Tonight is the year's last Cruise Nights on the River event at Fox Republic Brewing in Yorkville. The family fun event has everything from hot rods to hot dogs, music and craft brews. This episode includes AI-generated content.
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Developer scales back plans for self-storage facility near Orchard Road in Oswego
On Oct. 8, the Oswego Planning and Zoning Commission voted 6-0 to recommend approval of a special use permit for the project. Three members were absent. This episode includes AI-generated content.
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‘It’s been a long time coming:’ Plainfield North boys soccer overcomes rain, Oswego East to win SPC crown
Though the weather didn't let up one bit as the Plainfield North and Oswego East boys soccer teams battled for the Southwest Prairie Conference title on Thursday night, the Tigers pushed through to earn a 2-1 victory and their first league championship since 2015. This episode includes…
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Carlson sisters power Newark volleyball to 15th straight win: Thursday’s Record Newspapers sports roundup
Newark volleyball downed Hinckley-Big Rock to reach a 15-game winning streak, including 12 straight sweeps, while Oswego, Oswego East, Plano and Yorkville also picked up wins in Thursday's Record Newspapers roundup. This episode includes AI-generated content.
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Kendall Economic Development Office seeks Made in Kendall nominees
The Made in Kendall recognition program promotes local manufacturing and celebrates the manufacturers and makers that contribute to Kendall County’s economy This episode includes AI-generated content.
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Yorkville approves special use permit for city’s first ever cannabis dispensary
After green-lighting its first cannabis shop, the city of Yorkville has high hopes for the tax revenue the business will generate. The business will sell raw cannabis buds, pre-rolls, vapes, topicals and concentrates. It will also offer a variety of edibles. This episode includes AI-generated...
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Oswego police issue traffic alert, parking rules for Friday’s crosstown football game
The game will be at Oswego East High School, 1525 Harvey Road, Oswego. Sophomores play at 4:30 p.m., followed by the varsity game at 7 p.m. This episode includes AI-generated content.
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Record Newspapers Athlete of the Week: Yorkville's Ryleigh Springborn
Ryleigh Springborn was an X-factor for Yorkville in Saturday's St. Charles East tournament, racking up 28 kills, 25 digs and four aces as the Foxes went 4-1. Now the senior is this week's Record Newspapers Athlete of the Week. Here is her Q&A with sports reporter Skyler Kisellus. This episode...
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Plano boys soccer routs Earlville in regular-season finale: Wednesday’s Record Newspapers sports roundup
Plano boys soccer closed out the regular season with its largest victory of the year and the Reapers' girls volleyball team swept KRC rival Woodstock at home in Wednesday's Record Newspapers roundup. This episode includes AI-generated content.
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Oswego co-op’s Alli Wiertel reflects on third straight trip to state golf tourney
Alli Wiertel fell short of defending her Class 2A title, but the Oswego co-op junior delivered another impressive performance at the IHSA girls golf state tournament, firing a two-round score of 140 to take third place in Class 2A. This episode includes AI-generated content.
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Kendall County Sheriff’s Office issues 690 speeding tickets as part of year-long traffic enforcement campaign
The department’s enhanced traffic enforcement efforts, conducted between Oct. 1, 2025 and Sept. 30, 2026, were designed to reduce crashes and save lives on Illinois roadways. This episode includes AI-generated content.
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Plano approves taking down Flock cameras; police chief cites alleged misuse in other agencies
The city of Plano is rescinding its contract with Flock and removing the city’s license plate-reading cameras. This episode includes AI-generated content.
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Oswego residents would share in power generated by community solar project
Plans for a community solar project on land in unincorporated Kendall County are progressing after Oswego plan commissioners recommended it for village approval. This episode includes AI-generated content.
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Oswego volleyball sweeps Plainfield North, wins fourth straight: Tuesday’s Record Newspapers sports roundup
Oswego girls volleyball swept Plainfield North to pick up its fourth straight victory in Southwest Prairie Conference play, Oswego East boys soccer earned a decisive conference win over Plainfield South and more in Tuesday's Record Newspapers roundup. This episode includes AI-generated content.
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Oswego District 308 proposed building safety and security improvements focus of upcoming meeting
Improvements include secure entry vestibules, access controls, intrusion detection, enhanced cameras, intercoms, fire protection systems and exterior lighting. This episode includes AI-generated content.
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Yorkville police work on preventing semitrucks on subdivision streets
The crackdown came after several Caledonia subdivision residents voiced safety concerns about semitrucks traveling through areas where kids play. This episode includes AI-generated content.
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Oswego East flag football’s remarkable run ends in sectionals: Monday’s Record Newspapers sports roundup
Oswego East flag football's deepest postseason run in program history ended with a defeat in the St. Charles North Sectional title game and Sandwich boys soccer tied with non-conference foe DePue in Monday's Record Newspapers roundup. This episode includes AI-generated content.
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A ‘spooktacular time’: Yorkville will host Halloween costume contest and flashlight egg hunt
The Yorkville Parks and Recreation Department is hosting a double-feature for spooky costumed-creatures and lovers of the Halloween season. The Halloween Costume Contest and the Halloween Egg Hunt are on Friday, Oct. 16. This episode includes AI-generated content.
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