Plano

Plano's fifth annual Juneteenth celebration has been cancelled.

To help the most vulnerable among us during the cold winter months, the First Lutheran Church of Plano is collecting care packages, called “Blessing Bags,” for the local homeless.

The Plano Methodist Church collected hats, mittens, gloves and scarves for the Kendall County Community Food Pantry.

The Plano Library will host several painting and craft events, book clubs and more in January.

Continuing a list of completed school facility upgrades and future renovations, the Plano School District 88 approved its 2024 tax levy that will have property owners seeing a 2.78% increase over last year’s school portion of their property bills.

Open Roads ABATE assisted in the Plano Rockin' Christmas event and parade.

Here's a listing of some local retailers in northern Illinois that offer one-of-a-kind shopping experiences.

After hosting the 8th annual Shop with a Cop event with the Plano Police Department and local schoolchildren, Chief Norman Allison knows there is a reciprocity of joy spread when one acts out of generosity.

Shaylan Preston, 30, was sentenced on Nov. 15 as part of a negotiated plea agreement for the 2022 incident.

Plano residents can expect to see a decrease in the city portion of the property tax bill.

The enduring heart of Plano was on display at the Plano Rockin’ Christmas celebration, a fitting tribute to one of the community’s sons taken too soon, whose life and living legacy remains a testament to generosity and giving.

The 28th annual Cookie Walk at Plano Methodist Church will offer a variety of holiday cookies and candy for $9 per pound.

From comics to chocolate, silly socks and edgy fashion looks there is sure to be something for everyone on your list.

Plano's first responders will be on site at the 22nd annual Rockin' Christmas event collecting donations for local families in need.

The owners of Trendy Finds gift shop and boutique in Plano do their best to make sure their store is living up to its name.

The McHenry County Historical Society and Museum has a challenge to draw people to tiny Union. Its new director, replacing someone who left after a new months, aims for new programs.

Plano Methodist Church and the Plano American Legion Auxiliary honored local veterans and their families with a meal of soups, sandwiches and desserts.

Plano's Rockin' Christmas activities on Friday, Dec. 6, include live music, a parade, refreshments, window decorating and more.

Plano Methodist Church will host a Christmas Sale with Christmas decorations available for purchase.

Holiday celebrations in Oswego, Yorkville and Plano are right around the corner as the holiday season draws near.

Tickets are now available for Plano High School's annual madrigal show, featuring refreshments and a variety of ticket options.

Two candidates have filed for the Plano Library trustee positions on the ballot during the consolidated elections on April, 1, 2025.

As the deadline passed to file petitions to become a nominee for the April 1, 2025, consolidated elections, not a single contested race emerged for Plano city government.

RE/MAX’s local Plano branch is ready to meet clients at its new location at 115 S. Center Street, Plano. The agency is seeking new realtors to join the growing office.

The Plano Library has many hands-on activities throughout December for both kids and adults, including book clubs, craft classes and groups, and a homeschool family meetup.

The Plano Rockin’ Christmas Parade will feature a festive procession, vehicle decorating, live music, holiday treats and more, with proceeds benefiting the holiday dinners fund.

Plano Methodist Church will hold a Christmas Sale, featuring Christmas decorations, greenery, nativities, snowmen, wreaths and more.

The Sunday School children at Plano Methodist Church created Halloween-themed pumpkin crafts with "scary" faces.

P.H. Miller Elementary School in Plano hosted State Sen. Sue Rezin, R-38, who currently serves as the minority spokesperson for the Senate Early Childhood Education Committee, for a tour of their preschool classrooms, STEM lab, library and playground facilities.

The Plano American Legion will host be Turkey Bowling, featuring a chance to win a turkey, snacks and a cash bar.

This week, the Illinois State Board of Education released school- and district-level data showing what percentage of Kendall County students were considered proficient in math and reading last year. Check out this chart to see if that's an improvement over the prior year.

Jose Juarez-Hernandez, 69, was sentenced on Oct. 25 for two counts of predatory criminal sexual assault of a child and five counts of aggravated criminal sexual abuse.

Costumed kids and their families paraded up and down Main Street for Plano’s annual “Treats on the Streets” Halloween celebration on Thursday, Oct. 24. Local businesses and organizations greeted the trick-or-treaters with booths filled with goodies and candy.

The journey to bring Microsoft and a data center to Plano continues as the city and software giant look to hire an engineering firm for the next steps.

The Plano Area Chamber of Commerce and Yorkville Area Chamber of Commerce held a Multi-Chamber Ribbon Cutting to celebrate the opening of MB BouTEEque.

Local businesses are using Plano's Facade Improvement Program to provide makeovers to the downtown's historic buildings.

Plano Methodist Church's Trunk or Treat featured 20 decorated trucks for 300 children, a concession stand for treats, a food donation drive and a “Favorite Trunk” contest.

Meals on Wheels celebrated its grand opening at Plano Methodist Church, and it will provide nutritious meals and companionship for seniors 60 and older in the community.

Plano Library will host a variety of adult and children events this fall, including fall storytimes, a Care Package Drive and more.

Main Street Merchants, a one-stop shop, where customers can buy everything from arts and crafts, to jewelry and home décor, is now open to the public in Plano.

Plano American Legion Post 395 is upgrading its facility, and it will host a variety of upcoming community events.

Members of the Plano Methodist Church volunteered at Peoria's Dream Center, assisting with preparing food, serving at the food truck and store and more.

The Edith Farnsworth House will host the inaugural Farnsworth Fall Festival, featuring family-friendly activities, local vendors and art exhibits, with admission priced at $10 for adults and $5 for kids.

Plano Methodist Church is partnering with Meals on Wheels to provide home-delivered meals to Plano residents ages 60 or above.

A variety of Halloween events in Kendall County will include attractions such as a Halloween Girls Night, the 10th Annual Boo Cruise and more.

Open Roads ABATE of Illinois, Inc. will host its Post Party for holders of the 2024 Open Roads Summer Books.

Plano Methodist Church offers Sunday School, featuring Bible lessons, songs, activities and prayer.

The 21st annual Trunk or Treat will feature costumes, treats, games and a contest, with donations encouraged for the Kendall County Community Food Pantry.

Shops in McHenry, Kane, DeKalb counties and throughout northern Illinois are participating in the Vintage Shop Hop, a self-guided road trip tour.

The Chocolate Shoppe in Plano opened in a new location, and has big plans for the future.