The Fox River Valley Public Library District will offer an array of events in 2026 to celebrate 150 years in the Dundee Township area.

Mayor Bowser selects Rift Valley Chevy Chase, LLC for the redevelopment of Chevy Chase Civic Site with new housing and ...

This is one in a series looking at what Lake County communities, agencies and school districts experienced in 2025 and what is facing them in 2026. Holden Arboretum is planning to ...

The Little Free Library in Harvey’s Gloria Taylor Park was established by Top Ladies of Distinction Will County Black Diamond Chapter.

Elizabeth “Betsy” Monroe recently published the much-awaited Second Edition of the book “The History and Stories of the Capay ...

Cozy Crafternoon: 4 p.m. Wednesday, Longmont Public Library, 409 Fourth Ave., Longmont. Settle in and enjoy some soothing vibes while sipping on hot tea and do some crafting. Teens can try different ...

Rift Valley Partners' proposal will include a 177-unit building consisting of affordable, workforce and market-rate housing, ...

Little Free Libraries is nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting literacy and community through neighborhood book ...

The Friends of the Sunnyvale Public Library are hosting a book sale Jan. 17-18 in the library’s program room. Sale items ...

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We have 20 small towns on this list, and many of them deserve a spot on your vacation bucket list. We’ve already told you ...

AMERICAN CANYON — Persistent rain didn’t stop library patrons from enjoying the American Canyon Library’s soft reopening this week after an extensive renovation over the holiday season. While the ...