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Illinois pre-apprenticeship program ‘opening doors’ into local union construction jobs

State funding is enabling the expansion of pre-apprenticeship opportunities for workers looking to begin a career in the construction trades. Recruitment for the program is focusing on residents in Kane, Kendall, and DeKalb counties.

By Joey Weslo●

Down the Garden Path: Microgreens are a big deal

There are a variety of plants that can be eaten as microgreens, and each one will add a slightly different flavor to your meals. One good choice includes things in the brassica (broccoli) family, like radish, broccoli, kale, cress, etc.

By By Jamie Viebach, University of Illinois Extension,●

St. Charles’ new $6.4M downtown plaza, Kautz Road awarded for excellence

Quickly becoming a favorite gathering place along the scenic Fox River, St. Charles' downtown First Street Plaza has received an award of excellence.

By Joey Weslo●

‘No, it can’t be saved’: 2 Geneva alders met with Shodeen prior to vote on blacksmith shop demolition

A week before the Geneva City Council was to consider an appeal of the Historic Preservation Commission’s demolition denial of the circa-1843 blacksmith shop, two alderpersons met with a Shodeen representative about what could memorialize it – after demolition.

By Brenda Schory●

Kane County sheriff complied with TRUST Act, rules state’s attorney

The Kane County Sheriff’s Office did not violate Illinois law after two men facing local criminal charges were taken into federal custody by immigration agents, contrary to a state report recently published that alleged otherwise, State's Attorney Jamie Mosser announced.

By Brenda Schory●