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Test Article for Website Management - 3/3/2003
Who’s paying for the campaigns?
Candidates identify donors in state reports - 2/2/2012
Aurora man convicted in Boulder Hill shooting
Victim’s family ‘satisfied’; trial for second suspect pending - 2/2/2012
YESTERYEAR FOR FEBRUARY
2/2/2012
An Oswego Metra station? Not so fast
LeClercq tells village board Kendall County will first have to join RTA - 2/2/2012
School board to interview administrator candidates
State official says board’s active role in hiring ‘not common practice’ - 2/2/2012
Organize Oswego’s downtown merchants?
Development chief offers assistance, proposes non-profit group - 2/2/2012
Oswego to send letter on electric service vote
If voters say ‘Yes’ March 20, village would bargain for lower rates - 2/2/2012
No race to put cameras in Kendall courtrooms
Judge, state’s attorney offer opinions on high court ruling - 2/2/2012
Less rust reported in Boulder Hill water
Montgomery repairs and puts water well back into service - 1/26/2012
Oswego to seek garbage contract bids
1/26/2012
Mayors push lawmakers on state funding
Seek 'direct deposit' of cities' share of state income tax revenues - 1/26/2012
Kendall Co., Oswego auto dealer reps meet
Board member offers county's assistance in effort to retain Westphal Chevrolet - 1/26/2012
New tenant for old Montgomery tavern?
Board receives liquor license requests from two prospective owners - 1/26/2012
Sewer plant odor a Montgomery concern
Village to seeks answers from Fox Metro - 1/26/2012
School district board interviews law firms
Board meets with reps behind closed doors - 1/26/2012
Boulder Hill rusty water woes to end soon?
Montgomery well should be back in service Friday - 1/19/2012
School district board to interview applicants for administrator's job
1/19/2012
Benefit parity for Oswego's non-union workers?
Memorandum presented to village board; no action taken - 1/19/2012
County clerk removes records from website
1/19/2012
Audit shows county fiscally ship-shape
General fund shows surplus with $47 million in reserve - 1/19/2012
SA: Board can state views on referendum
1/19/2012
School board told: Hiring three staffers would save
Propose new hires for IT department - 1/19/2012
Split school board OKs opening jr. high
Board votes 4-3 after listening to testimony from more than 20 parents, students - 1/12/2012
Recycling cart deadline next Monday
Montgomery residents can choose optional sizes - 1/12/2012
Homeowners complain of rust in water
Montgomery officials pledge to expedite well repairs to fix Boulder Hill problem - 1/12/2012
Oswego moves to OK microbrewery
Board approves zoning amendments - 1/12/2012
Montgomery approves cell tower for KenCom
Structure will adjoin Oswego Fire District station east of Orchard Road - 1/12/2012
Committee working on new school boundaries
Community forums will be scheduled - 1/12/2012
School board to interview law firm representatives
Board sets closed-door sessions - 1/12/2012
Murphy Jr. High back on board's agenda
Board to consider recommendation to open school during Monday meeting - 1/5/2012
Yesteryear
1/5/2012
Interesting, challenging times for schools
Budget remains tight; board faces decision on opening junior high - 1/5/2012
Economy good and bad for park district
Budget tight, but more people signing up for programs, using facilities - 1/5/2012
Plenty of road work ahead in Montgomery
Orchard Road construction to resume; Route 30 widening may also start - 1/5/2012
Oswego still growing despite poor economy
107 new homes permits issued in '11; business growth also cited - 1/5/2012
Budget, new 911 center on county's agenda
Chairman supports using reserve to offset $1.3 million budget deficit - 1/5/2012
Park district planning to update 2006 survey
Board members reach consensus to hire consulting firm - 12/29/2011
Over 137,000 meals served at county jail
Sheriff, chief deputy present annual department report to county board - 12/29/2011
Coroner's report shows increase in natural deaths
Number of cremation permits also up - 12/29/2011
Firefighters, students team up for toy drive
2,726 toys collected and distributed to area children in need - 12/29/2011
Fire district board holds line on tax levy
Agency's tax rate may increase a few cents next year, official says - 12/29/2011
'Occupy' official: Members not 'lazy hippies'
Answers questions at Kendall County Democrats gathering in Montgomery - 12/29/2011
Warm weather good for golfers, Fox Bend
Rounds played exceeds 2010 total - 12/29/2011
Oswego rejects rebate for Chevy dealership
12/22/2011
Estimate for high school additions climb
Revised figures show $1.7 million increase over prior estimate - 12/22/2011
Retired judge, Kendall County official clash
Wilson seeking recording of Vickery's remarks to board committee - 12/22/2011
Oswego starts search for new administrator
When official is hired, police chief plans to return to former job - 12/22/2011
Revolving door for Oswego's top position?
12/22/2011
Officials cautioned on use of electronic devices
Montgomery attorney cites recent Attorney General's opinion - 12/22/2011
Objections withdrawn to Kendall judge's petitions
12/22/2011
$89 million school property tax levy OK'd
Board votes for approval after trimming initial revenue request - 12/15/2011
Microbrewery in old fire station?
Oswego sets Jan. 5 public hearing on permit request - 12/15/2011
Chevy dealer asks for sales tax abatement
Oswego Village Board votes 3-2 to table decision until next meeting - 12/15/2011
Montgomery Chamber to locate in village hall
Village board approves lease agreement after initial vote fails - 12/15/2011
Need to open junior high school detailed
School board takes no action; decision expected next month - 12/15/2011
Committee supports opening Murphy Jr. High
School board president tells group 'We are still collecting data' - 12/15/2011
$471,000 cut from park district budget, board told
Some board members advocate further cuts for 2012 budget - 12/15/2011
Oswego Marine seriously injured in Afghanistan
19 year-old Lance Corporal Kyle Moser graduated from OHS last year - 12/8/2011
911 legal battle cost taxpayers $20,000
Attorneys' fees added up for KenCom, towns - 12/8/2011
School boundary committee holds first meeting
Board decision on opening Murphy Jr. High expected next month - 12/8/2011
A bumper crop of county board candidates
18 Republicans, four Dems file petitions to run in March primary - 12/8/2011
Did Bonnie and Clyde rob Plattville armory?
New evidence found in FBI files - 12/8/2011
Regional school chiefs' bill to cost villages
State to cut payments to Montgomery, Oswego for at least one year - 12/8/2011
Montgomery to decide on Route 30 medians
Village has a choice of grass or 'enhanced landscaping' as part of widening project - 12/8/2011
A new day for garbage pick up for some
Montgomery Village Board OKs new contract in a 5-1 ballot - 12/1/2011
School boundary meetings must be open
State attorney's opinion disappoints school district board - 12/1/2011
YESTERYEAR FOR DECEMBER
12/1/2011
Assessments rose, but no spike in appeals
Kendall Board of Review expects to hear about 700 cases this winter - 12/1/2011
Official sent political e-mail from county account
'If this was wrong, I apologize' Vickery tells county board colleagues - 12/1/2011
Montgomery resident urges action to slow traffic
Village board told Mayfield Drive traffic 'absolutely horrendous' - 12/1/2011
Tighten leaf burning rules in unincorporated areas?
County board committee to continue discussions Dec. 19 in Yorkville - 12/1/2011
Traughber Junior High industrial arts class OK'd
School board splits vote, 4-3; opponents express costs concerns - 12/1/2011
School board split on property tax levy
Board gives tentative approval in 4-3 ballot; final vote expected Dec. 12 - 11/24/2011
Open fifth junior high school? Not so fast
Oswego School District board considers keeping building closed to save funds - 11/24/2011
School district enrollment continues to climb
Home building way down, but district still gained 600 more students - 11/24/2011
'Abstinence Plus' health curriculum approved 4-2
OHS, OEHS teachers will be permitted to discuss contraception - 11/24/2011
Talks continue on Kendall bus service pact
KAT would serve Oswego Park-n-Ride, provide dial-a-ride service - 11/24/2011
Emergency reverse 911 service eliminated
KenCom official cites need to cut costs; another official raises concerns - 11/24/2011
Objections voiced to park district tax levy
Parks, recreation a 'luxury,' park board told; final vote Dec. 15 - 11/24/2011
Board will be asked to open fifth junior high
One of three initial steps proposed to relieve crowding - 11/17/2011
Montgomery residents to save on electricity?
Board approves March referendum - 11/17/2011
Montgomery Village Board agrees on tax levy
Rate expected to rise by a penny, but some may not pay more, board told - 11/17/2011
Oswego to receive less in property taxes in '11
By voting to maintain current tax rate, village to take a loss - 11/17/2011
Montgomery Board OKs new vehicle policy
Public works director to lose use of village-owned vehicle May 1 - 11/17/2011
Montgomery Chamber may become village tenant
Board members voice support for leasing office space at village hall - 11/17/2011
Diabetes Awareness Day has local connection
Montgomery siblings lobbied local lawmakers to pass resolution - 11/17/2011
Tentative school tax levy shows increase
Public hearing, final school district board vote expected Dec. 12 - 11/10/2011
Oswego may outsource some snow plowing
Village seeking bids from private contractors to plow 146 cul-de-sacs - 11/10/2011
Hultgren vows to 'fight' for rail service funding
Congressman will seek to secure funds in new transportation bill - 11/10/2011
County conundrum: Raise taxes or cut spending?
Finance committee discusses how to trim $844,090 deficit - 11/10/2011
Last ride for forest preserve's horses?
Seeking to reduce costs, county may drop funding for equine center's horses - 11/10/2011
Swim season successful, park board told
Aquatic Park attendance topped 41,000; facility shows profit - 11/10/2011
Message board sign at Oswego Village Hall?
Board members offer differing opinions; seek alternate designs for sign - 11/10/2011
Increase 911 phone surcharge?
Referendum asks for 75 cent hike on landline phone bills - 11/3/2011
School board discusses boundary changes
Review options; support voiced for residents' committee - 11/3/2011
Oswego Board OKs ban on synthetic drugs
11/3/2011
Park district request for grant funds rejected
Agency had sought funding for Prairie Point Park, Winrock pool upgrades - 11/3/2011
Plan to outsource Fox Bend management tabled
Park district board president cites lack of board support - 11/3/2011
Regional school chiefs still working without pay
Legislation lacks support; lawmakers to meet again next week - 11/3/2011
Pension reform bill headed to governor's desk
Cross: Budget issues to dominate next week's veto session - 11/3/2011
Yesteryear for November
Compiled from articles published in the Ledger-Sentinel, 1980-present; Fox Valley Sentinel, 1974-1980; Oswego Ledger, 19849-1980; Kendall County Record, 1864-present; and historic information provided by the Village of Montgomery. - 11/3/2011
School employee contracts approved
Wage increases included in pacts - 10/31/2011
Help for Hesed House comes at the right time
Montgomery's River Run/Walk raised $3,500 for shelter, board told - 10/31/2011
Oswego Board wants to maintain tax rate
Village board advised of expected revenue loss if rate remains the same - 10/31/2011
Ledger-Sentinel wins 14 regional press awards
Education reporting, article on blizzard earn top NINA honors - 10/31/2011
School board votes 5-2 to hire architects
Choose Batavia firm for expansion projects at OHS and OEHS - 10/31/2011
Candidates raising funds for upcoming primary
Walsh currently leads Hultgren; state senate candidate loans campaign $100,878 - 10/31/2011
Two long-time county officials to step down
Hafenrichter, Martin will leave board next year when terms expire - 10/31/2011
Plan to change school attendance boundaries
School board reviewing options; final decision sought by next March - 10/20/2011
Montgomery a step closer to electric service vote
10/20/2011
Property tax bills would rise under proposed levy
County portion of bill expected to increase - 10/20/2011
Oswego Board accepts KenCom agreement
LeClercq vetoes prior board vote; pact caps county contribution at $1.775M - 10/20/2011
Deceased man may help county's bottom line
County could receive funds if unclaimed - 10/20/2011
Montgomery officials respond to trustee's letter
Review, discuss village's spending practices, staffing levels over last several years - 10/20/2011
Walsh stumps for votes in Kendall County
Controversial Republican seeking to clear his name amidst ex-wife's allegations - 10/20/2011
New sex ed curriculum presented to school board
10/13/2011
New property assessments show decrease
Total value of all Oswego Township properties down 6.17 percent from last year - 10/13/2011
Does Oswego's Park-n-Ride have a future?
Grants ran out last year; village now subsidizing reduced bus service - 10/13/2011
Montgomery Board rejects staff vehicle policy
Majority voices concerns over proposed 'grandfather' provision - 10/13/2011
Lower state corporate income tax rate?
Cross: Higher rate since January has cost Illinois jobs and revenue - 10/13/2011
Invite public comment on new Oswego plan
'Community dialog' session scheduled for next Tuesday in lobby at village hall - 10/13/2011
County officials work to close budget gap
Projected deficit estimated at $1.5M - 10/13/2011
Voters to decide on new county positions
County board votes to put referendum questions on ballot - 10/6/2011
Pace buses to serve Park-n-Ride-for now
Oswego approves pact; talks to continue with KAT - 10/6/2011
KenCom answers 911 call from South Carolina
Former Oswego resident had not updated phone service - 10/6/2011
YESTERYEAR FOR OCTOBER
Compiled from articles published in the Ledger-Sentinel, 1980-present; Fox Valley Sentinel, 1974-1980; Oswego Ledger, 1949-present; Kendall County Record, 1864-present; and historical information provided by the Village of Montgomery. - 10/6/2011
Kendall economic development summit held
Officials tout need for improved transportation, lower building fees - 10/6/2011
Volunteers saved park district at least $176,690
2,433 offered their help for free at wide range of events over past year - 10/6/2011
County health dept. sets flu shot clinic for kids
Officials urging residents age six months and older to get vaccinated - 10/6/2011
School budget approved
No comments or questions from public prior to unanimous vote - 9/29/2011
$70M school district bond sale pending
Proceeds will be used for high school additions, other projects - 9/29/2011
Pizza restaurant coming to downtown Oswego
Village board approves loan, lease-purchase for Washington St. building - 9/29/2011
Outdoor dining approved at Gray's Mill
But Montgomery Village Board disagrees on bike rack requirement - 9/29/2011
Montgomery OKs plan for sports complex
Park district officials hope to start Stuart expansion early next year - 9/29/2011
County failed to give notice of public meeting
Attorney: Open Meetings Act violated - 9/29/2011
KenCom Board votes to cap its funding at $1.7M
Official: End of dispute with towns 'near' - 9/29/2011
Third annual Montgomery Cemetery Walk set for Oct. 5
9/29/2011
Circuit clerk's office victimized in fraud case
Altered checks used at downstate Lowe's store; no funds missing - 9/22/2011
$50M school bond sale pending
School district board agrees on financing proposal - 9/22/2011
Montgomery Board backs sales tax vote
Cite need for extra revenues to pay for street maintenance projects - 9/22/2011
Oswego Board OKs electric service vote
Would allow for collective rate negotiations - 9/22/2011
Sports complex expansion plans backed
Montgomery panel endorses revised proposal for Stuart Complex - 9/22/2011
Wood shop reinstated at Traughber Junior High
School board votes 4-3 to restore elective course that was dropped five years ago - 9/22/2011
Vote on new school maintenance center tabled
Board members question administrators on costs, timing for project - 9/22/2011
County board tables vote on new elected positions
Ask for more time to research, study costs for adding auditor, recorder - 9/22/2011
High school additions approved
Expect school board vote to authorize bond sale Sept. 26 - 9/15/2011
Referendum on Oswego electric service?
Referendum on Oswego electric service? - 9/15/2011
Grass medians on Route 30 in Montgomery?
Village, state officials in talks over highway project improvements - 9/15/2011
Propose survey on jr. high industrial arts class
Administrators detail how course was cut at Traughber Junior High - 9/15/2011
New Oswego department 'open for business'
Lucenko starts work as village's first economic development director - 9/15/2011
Circuit court clerk puts case records on website
Users can access cases by number, name or driver's license - 9/15/2011
Oswego won't require sprinklers in new homes
Board adopts international building code minus sprinkler requirement - 9/15/2011
Former school board president in Kosovo
Army Captain Andy Young serving as finance officer in NATO mission - 9/15/2011
Outsource management of Fox Bend Golf Course?
Park district's golf committee hears pros and cons from golfers, staff - 9/8/2011
A pizza pub in downtown Oswego?
Lease/purchase pact submitted; loan request received - 9/8/2011
YESTERYEAR--SEPTEMBER
Compiled from articles published in the Ledger-Sentinel, 1980-present; Fox Valley Sentinel, 1974-1980; Oswego Ledger, 1949-1980; Kendall County Record, 1864-present; and historical information provided by the Village of Montgomery. - 9/8/2011
Program kept needy children fed this summer
Kendall Food Pantry provided lunches when schools closed for the summer - 9/8/2011
Montgomery's development director resigns
Tompkins accepts new position in Florida; served village since 2007 - 9/8/2011
An insider's perspective on school operations
Departing secretary notes differences in public, private sectors - 9/8/2011
Local ban sought on phosphorous fertilizers
Park board adopts resolutions seek support from local municipalities - 9/8/2011
Hultgren questioned at Town Hall meeting
Overflow crowd at Yorkville City Hall mostly polite to GOP lawmaker - 9/1/2011
Montgomery curbs manager's authority
Board votes 4-2 to amended 11 year-old ordinance - 9/1/2011
School district capital projects list trimmed
Total proposed expenditures reduced from $12.9M to $6.2M - 9/1/2011
Fox Metro to start Oswego sewer project
Sanitary sewer lines to be installed under Cedar Glen and 'old' Windcrest streets - 9/1/2011
Park district board hears criticisms, praise
Cost to print, distribute agency's fall program guide among issues - 9/1/2011
Increase park district board size, limit terms?
New commissioner takes up issues raised by former member - 9/1/2011
'Sheriff Joe' captivates Kendall County GOP
Protesters no match for enthusiastic reception from Republican faithful - 9/1/2011
School passes radon tests
'No further action' needed at Boulder Hill Elementary, expert tells board - 8/25/2011
Efforts to cut school district budget detailed
Spending reductions have saved $9.2M since early '10, board told - 8/25/2011
Look for new property assessments this fall
Reductions not expected to translate into lower tax bills next year - 8/25/2011
Montgomery to buy salt with fuel tax funds
Bid to amend current budget to use general fund revenues comes up short - 8/25/2011
Hot dog: Montgomery OKs requests for stands
Vendors will locate at businesses on Route 31, North Main Street - 8/25/2011
MEDC bids to maintain Montgomery support
Agency officials pledge open communication with village board - 8/25/2011
Search on for new Kendall County animal warden
About 15 submit applications; hiring decision expected in 30 days - 8/25/2011
Test for radon at Boulder Hill School
School board to hold special meeting tonight - 8/18/2011
Two dead in Oswego shooting
Police: Incident an apparent murder-suicide - 8/18/2011
A 'first step' forward for Oswego Metra station
Metra official, area lawmakers announce initial engineering study - 8/18/2011
Oswego ranked among best small towns
Money magazine cite schools, recreation opportunities among village's assets - 8/18/2011
Year-round school an alternative to additions?
Resident tells school board students and taxpayers would benefit - 8/18/2011
Schools take a pass on third high school site
Board votes to give up purchase option on Plainfield parcel - 8/18/2011
Reduce Montgomery manager's spending authority?
Gaura warns of 'extremely negative effects'; board sets special meeting - 8/18/2011
Seek cost estimates for high school additions
Board rules out several other alternatives to provide space - 8/11/2011
Economic issues dominate legislators' forum
Rep. Hultgren: Small business growth key to job creation - 8/11/2011
One empty pair of shoes for each life lost
Oswego resident plans unique public memorial for Sept. 11 victims - 8/11/2011
School board reviews capital projects list
$12.9 million in potential improvements prioritized according to need - 8/11/2011
Prairie Parkway missing from IDOT's plan
Kendall County officials lobby public for support at Morris open house - 8/11/2011
Park board hires consultant for ADA study
Firm to evaluate facilities for compliance with federal accessibility law - 8/11/2011
Kendall County to gain another judge?
Judicial panel considers ramifications - 8/11/2011
Kendall animal control warden resigns
Admits having wrong dog euthanized; residents urge changes at shelter - 8/4/2011
Oswego hires development chief
Held similar positions in Grayslake and Lisle - 8/4/2011
Yesteryear for August
Compiled from articles published in the Ledger-Sentinel, 1980-present; Fox Valley Sentinel, 1974-1980; Oswego Ledger, 1949-1980; and Kendall County Record, 1864-present; and historical information provided by the village of Montgomery. - 8/4/2011
Increase surcharge for Kendall 911 service?
County officials voice support for referendum to double 75 cent fee - 8/4/2011
Orchard Road widening work underway
Montgomery Police urge motorists to obey construction zone speed limit - 8/4/2011
Outsource Fox Bend Golf Course management?
Official cites Orchard Valley as example; asks for further study - 8/4/2011
Park district community survey proposed
Board member says taxpayers' views have likely changed since '06 survey - 8/4/2011
School board shelves third high school
District had already spent about $2 million on plans, engineering - 7/28/2011
Home foreclosure filings slow
Total number of cases filed with county down by 175 - 7/28/2011
A new tenant for Montgomery's Gray's Mill?
Village board voices support for restaurant-bar liquor license - 7/28/2011
Three sites, two superintendents, two boards
Planning to build third high school dates back five years - 7/28/2011
Search on for first economic development chief
Oswego Village Board set to interview applicant next Tuesday - 7/28/2011
Montgomery Road property of the village?
Kane County proposes long-range study as first step in potential transfer - 7/28/2011
Montgomery Board backs 'after fact' variance
Action will allow firm to continue with parking lot project, minus landscaping - 7/28/2011
Vote on third high school, additions Monday?
School district board president says agenda not yet finalized - 7/21/2011
Oswego approves Wolf's Crossing Rd. resurfacing
Village to use state grant proceeds - 7/21/2011
Oswego OKs street resurfacing work
Village to use Motor Fuel Tax revenues - 7/21/2011
Dog bite prompts a mother's call to action
Changes urged at Kendall County Animal Control facility - 7/21/2011
Hultgren backs Planned Parenthood investigation
GOP Congressman, Planned Parenthood at odds over pro-life group's report - 7/21/2011
Sales tax hike to pay for capital projects?
Montgomery Village Board members again discuss funding options - 7/21/2011
County board opposes salary, per diem hike
Board per diems cost county $61,115 between Dec. 1 and June 30 - 7/21/2011
911 dispute heads to court
Municipalities seek injunction - 7/14/2011
State budget cuts a concern for schools
Governor reduced transportation funding; state already behind in payments - 7/14/2011
A principal just for kindergarteners
Melton looking ahead to the opening of East View Kindergarten Center - 7/14/2011
Plenty of opinions on Montgomery trash pick-up
About 90 residents respond to village's request for comments on new program - 7/14/2011
Public meetings at courthouse can now be taped
County officials move to comply with Open Meetings Act after complaint - 7/14/2011
Judge explains need for circuit court district
McCann says new district would give Kendall, DeKalb officials more control - 7/14/2011
New guide highlights Fox River 'heroes'
The Conservation Foundation to distribute free publication throughout area - 7/14/2011
West Nile virus found in Oswego
Test of mosquitoes comes up positive - 7/7/2011
Municipalities facing July 28 deadline on 911
Kendall mayors remain united against new KenCom service pact - 7/7/2011
Third high school or add onto OHS, OEHS?
School district board again hears two sides at meeting - 7/7/2011
School board OKs Rush-Copley agreement
Medical Topics program for OHS, OEHS students will be expanded - 7/7/2011
Work to start this month on Cedar Glen sewers?
Fox Metro official says contractors ready to start if IEPA OKs loan - 7/7/2011
Note growth in schools' English Learners program
Board encouraged to contact director - 7/7/2011
YESTERYEAR FOR JULY...
Compiled from articles published in the Ledger-Sentinel, 1980-present; Fox Valley Sentinel, 1974-1980; Oswego Ledger, 1949-1980; Kendall County Record, 1864-present; and historical information provided by the Village of Montgomery. - 7/7/2011
Report predicts more enrollment growth
Increases likely to continue 'even on to 2020-21,' school board told - 6/30/2011
Administrators to pay portion of health care cost
To cut spending, school board OKs plan to require 20% contributions - 6/30/2011
Estimated cost to add onto OEHS: $39 million
School would need 26 more classrooms if capacity increased to 3,216 students - 6/30/2011
OHS addition could cost $42.2M
100,000 square foot expansion would include 18 more classrooms - 6/30/2011
Oswego will organize, run visitors bureau
Board OKs wage hike, additional part-time position to staff bureau in split ballot - 6/30/2011
Open Meetings Act violation at courthouse?
Resident with a camera denied access to building, county meeting - 6/30/2011
Montgomery featured in new photo history book
Book signing event set at Gray's Mill - 6/30/2011
Lower electric bills?
Kendall County Board hears referendum request - 6/23/2011
An up close look at B-17 before emergency landing
6/23/2011
Lauzen: Dems' reform is 'window dressing'
Republican lawmaker decries lame duck session tax hike, Motorola deal - 6/23/2011
A recorder of deeds for Kendall County?
If new position is created, an Oswego Republican ready to run - 6/23/2011
School board honors former development chief
School board honors former development chief - 6/23/2011
How much for additions to OHS, OEHS?
School district board receives estimates based on 'zero growth' - 6/23/2011
Local pastor named first Oswego Police chaplain
Reid has served department previously through police chiefs' association - 6/23/2011
Safe landing in field for historic bomber
Fire destroys B-17 after crew exits; FAA investigating - 6/16/2011
'It sounded strange and then I didn't hear it'
Crowds gathered quickly as word of B-17 bomber's emergency landing spread - 6/16/2011
Bi-partisanship a reason for hope in Springfield?
Lawmakers call first balanced state budget in a decade a significant step - 6/16/2011
Report: School district has cut administrators
Number reduced since '08, superintendent tells school board - 6/16/2011
Oswego official eyes bid for state senate seat
Giles has served on the village board since 2007; won second term in April - 6/16/2011
Oswego Board split on economic development
Lengthy discussion preceded vote to create new village department - 6/16/2011
OEDC officials: Differences could have been resolved
Agency was open to 'new reporting process' to village board - 6/16/2011
OK county board districts
Board approves small map change - 6/9/2011
Heroin: No longer just an inner city problem
Kendall County officials, area doctors note rise in opiate abuse, OD cases - 6/9/2011
Four years later, Oswego man still awaiting trial
Arrested after family found murdered off I-55 - 6/9/2011
Oswego OKs economic development dept.
Extra staff, operations expenses may be covered by existing revenues, board told - 6/9/2011
Local municipalities dodge a budget bullet
General Assembly rejects Quinn plan to cut state payments - 6/9/2011
Bids opened for Cedar Glen sewer project
Fox Metro official: Pending IEPA approval, work could start in July - 6/9/2011
'...so readily available and so easy to use.'
Recovering heroin addict details his life and struggles with the drug - 6/9/2011
Who's your lawmaker?
Voter confusion likely here under newly approved state re-map - 6/2/2011
County sets fees for civil unions
Board acts after state legislation approved - 6/2/2011
June--Yesteryear
6/2/2011
Montgomery Metra Park-n-Ride effort stalls
Grant funds have dried up due to poor economy, committee told - 6/2/2011
Juvenile court advocate program funded
Director's request prompts quick response from county officials - 6/2/2011
Park district facing accessibility requirements
All of agency's 46 parks, eight facilities must be ADA compliant, board told - 6/2/2011
New park board member pledges to be responsive
Wass invites residents to phone, e-mail him - 6/2/2011
Expect Orchard Rd. work to start in July
Kane County Board set to vote on contract June 14 - 5/26/2011
Civil union licenses may be a bargain here
Unless lawmakers act by June 1, county to charge $4 per license - 5/26/2011
Kendall Co. carved up in state re-map
Portions of Oswego Township would be in four senate, four rep districts - 5/26/2011
Third high school support not limited to Plainfield
Oswego, Montgomery residents also favor new building, board told - 5/26/2011
Board to decide on third high school in July?
Engineering firm hired for additions - 5/26/2011
Oswego to get a 'road map' for the future?
Village officials now ready to start work on strategic plan - 5/26/2011
Scout does a good deed for Montgomery
Sends letter to lawmakers urging them to maintain state funding for the village - 5/26/2011
Enrollment study approved in split vote
School board hires Kansas firm to update previous report - 5/19/2011
Board asked to 'put biases aside'
Third high school supporters attend special meeting - 5/19/2011
More accountability and transparency?
New school board president identifies key issues for school officials - 5/19/2011
Montgomery to review village manager's powers
Village board votes 4-2 to revisit two ordinances adopted several years ago - 5/19/2011
Development agency poised to shutdown
OEDC Board votes to halt operations May 31, but still 'hopeful' for village funding - 5/19/2011
County ready to set license fee for civil unions
But board waiting for General Assembly to finalize fee structure - 5/19/2011
Location matters when it comes to tax bills
Rates highest in Kendall's Aurora section, lowest in Millington - 5/19/2011
Hire architects for high school additions
OHS, OEHS student capacity would be increased to 3,200 - 5/12/2011
Officials getting calls on hefty tax bill increases
Rates spiked when assessments fell - 5/12/2011
Three begin terms on Montgomery Village
Brolley, Bond, Heinz sworn-in; Cooper starts tenure as clerk - 5/12/2011
Oswego faces funding shortfall on streets
Study shows almost $1.4M in resurfacing needed this year, but just $440,000 available - 5/12/2011
Oswego may be able to cover in-house EDC cost
Official cites hotel-motel tax, ad guide revenues among potential sources - 5/12/2011
Chlamydia, gonorrhea cases up in Kendall
Health department chief presents annual report to county board - 5/12/2011
Follow the leader
As the Illinois General Assembly's spring session winds down, the politicking heats ups in Springfield for House GOP Leader Cross - 5/12/2011
Five lanes on Rt. 30
State officials present plans to Montgomery panel, residents - 5/5/2011
School district tax rate hike prompts questions
Official cites declining assessments as factor in rate increase - 5/5/2011
YESTERYEAR--May
5/5/2011
Oswego Board majority backs in-house EDC
Instruct staff to prepare job description for new director's position - 5/5/2011
Study puts cost of village-run visitors bureau, development dept. at $205,344
5/5/2011
Kendall PADS program completes first year
Volunteers provided meals, shelter for those in need over winter months - 5/5/2011
County seeking public input on re-map
Residents invited to submit own county board district maps - 5/5/2011
New school district board gets first lesson
Superintendent presents information on overcrowding, facility needs - 4/28/2011
Newcomer Walsh to lead school board
Pasteris casts deciding ballot after board deadlocks in 3-3 tie - 4/28/2011
Montgomery Village Board new briefs...
Water rate hike will be reflected on next bills - 4/28/2011
Congressman touts graduated driver's licenses
Hultgren cites success of state law in proposing federal legislation - 4/28/2011
Freshman Congressman not just a 'no' vote
'Compromise is not a bad thing,' Hultgren tells Town Hall audience - 4/28/2011
Lack of map an issue at redistricting hearing
Yorkville resident asks for more hearings after state lawmakers unveil map - 4/28/2011
Pink prison boxers a special gift to sheriff
Toftoy also invites controversial Arizona sheriff to GOP Pig Roast - 4/28/2011
OK layoff notices for 34 teachers
4/21/2011
Montgomery president testifies at state hearing
Michelini asks for new map that will provide village with 'go to' legislator - 4/21/2011
Oswego suspends development agency funding
Board to discuss economic development efforts, financing at May 3 meeting - 4/21/2011
County board redistricting process criticized
Oswego resident tells board more citizen input, public hearings needed - 4/21/2011
Did county officials violate meetings act?
Redistricting a topic at GOP meeting - 4/21/2011
MEDC helped Orchard Rd. widening effort
Member letters showed county officials local need, Vazquez says - 4/21/2011
Long-time Oswego Fire Chief to step down
Brad Smith began fire district service as a volunteer in '66 - 4/21/2011
More lanes coming to Rt. 30 next year
IDOT budgets funds to improve busy highway between Routes 34 and 31 - 4/14/2011
Third high school site annexed
Plainfield approves schools' request - 4/14/2011
A reprieve on Montgomery water rate hike
Previously approved increase not included on most recent bills, board told - 4/14/2011
School budget picture remains cloudy-at best
Uncertainty remains over how much and when state will pay - 4/14/2011
Plan tops Oswego's leader's priority list
LeClercq says village board needs to set goals for next four years - 4/14/2011
Where is the largest tree in Kendall County?
Forest preserve district inviting residents to participate in 'Throwdown' - 4/14/2011
Veterans commission to seek more funding
Director: Number of Kendall veterans in need of assistance climbing - 4/14/2011
Newcomers elected to school board
Cite controversial board vote last year to build third high school as factor - 4/7/2011
LeClercq re-elected Oswego president
Johnson, Giles, Michels win village board terms - 4/7/2011
Senior center tax rejected
Funding request rejected by wide margin - 4/7/2011
Change coming to park board
Board president re-elected with two newcomers - 4/7/2011
Bond top vote-getter in Montgomery race
Brolley, Heinz also win terms - 4/7/2011
School district honors three of its own
School district honors three of its own - 4/7/2011
YESTERYEAR FOR APRIL
4/7/2011
Election day next Tuesday
Early voting ends today at Oswego, Montgomery halls - 3/31/2011
Concerns raised over Caterpillar's future here
Montgomery official says local agencies, state reps must take action now - 3/31/2011
Plan search for new administrator
Oswego president to consult board, village staff - 3/31/2011
Montgomery rejects feral cat feeding ban
Village officials opt instead for community education effort - 3/31/2011
Finances an issue at Montgomery forum
Village board candidates offer ideas on how to boost revenues - 3/31/2011
Finances an issue at Montgomery forum
Village board candidates offer ideas on how to boost revenues - 3/31/2011
To honor three OHS alums this Saturday
Blue and White Ball marks district's 50th - 3/31/2011
Public takes a pass on Montgomery budget
No one attends hearing to comment - 3/31/2011
Budget cuts among school board issues
Eight candidates participate in Oswego East High Forum - 3/24/2011
Oswego's top administrator steps down
Oswego's top administrator steps down - 3/24/2011
Set meeting on Cedar Glen sewer project
Set meeting on Cedar Glen sewer project - 3/24/2011
Electric co-op nets savings for Montgomery
3/24/2011
Bid to protect properties along river backed
Kendall County Board supports Conservation Foundation effort - 3/24/2011
Rep. Cross: State must make more cuts
House GOP leader responds to questions during candidate forum - 3/24/2011
Foreclosures down--slightly
3/24/2011
Better news on jobs
Kendall County's unemployment rate now nine percent; Oswego 7.6 percent - 3/17/2011
School district will need more teachers
At least 38 more teachers needed for next school year, board told - 3/17/2011
School district gets better bond interest rate
Resale expected to save district $4.7 million in interest costs - 3/17/2011
Montgomery OKs water project contracts
New well will be installed on the village's Civic Center campus - 3/17/2011
$17.9 million park district budget approved
Public takes a pass on hearing held before board vote - 3/17/2011
Senior tax, OEDC are topics at Oswego forum
Village president candidates offer differing views on referendum - 3/17/2011
Whitewater course to open near Yorkville dam
Whitewater course to open near Yorkville dam - 3/17/2011
School candidates questioned at forum
Third high school, budget, test scores among issues - 3/10/2011
State recognizes six local schools, principals
3/10/2011
Coroner: Late bill payment 'not my fault'
AT&T briefly shut off office's cell phone service in December - 3/10/2011
Yesteryear for March
3/10/2011
Municipalities lose KenCom voting rights
Attorney for 911 agency board cites failure to sign amended pact - 3/10/2011
Seek second meeting on Cedar Glen sewers
Homeowners remain split on Fox Metro project, Oswego Board told - 3/10/2011
Park district, Oswego's downtown topics at forum
About 50 attend gathering at Legion organized by park candidates - 3/10/2011
Home sales down 2% in Kendall County
Median price for homes also fell 11.5 percent last year - 3/3/2011
Montgomery hires firm for water main project
Village to move main as part of Orchard Road widening - 3/3/2011
Oswego's non-union workers may get raise
Proposed budget has funds for first wage hike in two years - 3/3/2011
County board OKs amended KenCom pact
Municipalities continue to oppose agreement that would require contributions - 3/3/2011
Oswego unanimously rejects KenCom pact
Village officials: Dispute with county about a 'legal issue' - 3/3/2011
Park special events increasingly popular
44 different events attracted 52,000 participants last year - 3/3/2011
Fines generate revenues, work for library district
Agency collected $10,082 in fines in January alone, board told - 3/3/2011
Quinn budget would mostly spare health dept.
Director pleased funding level for health grant unchanged - 2/24/2011
Blizzard toll in Montgomery:
234 overtime hours worked - 2/24/2011
'New' Kendall Co. evident in census data
Municipalities grew significantly larger, more diverse over past 10 years - 2/24/2011
Oswego still small with 30,355 people?
Census figures show population more than doubled in ten years - 2/24/2011
Montgomery growth called "an evolution"
Population more than quadrupled over the past decade - 2/24/2011
Boulder Hill: Fewer people, more diverse
Census shows Hispanics make up 22.3% of subdivision's population - 2/24/2011
A real gift from the heart
Family of Rush-Copley patient donate funds for 'heart' pillows - 2/24/2011
Garden center to open downtown
Oswego Board OKs variance request for fence - 2/17/2011
Green light for third high school plans
Separate school board vote pending on synthetic turf field - 2/17/2011
School board bids to cut bond interest costs
Approve plan to repurchase, reissue bonds at lower rates - 2/17/2011
Area Republican state lawmakers hit Dems
Lauzen urges deeper cuts to Medicaid, state employee pensions - 2/17/2011
County officials cool to 911 funding plan
Municipalities suggest referendum to boost 75 cent surcharge to $1.25 per month - 2/17/2011
Montgomery official to take a pass on raise
Lee to donate extra $100 a month to MontgomeryFest fund or historic panel - 2/17/2011
Increased insurance, pension costs add up
Montgomery officials review, discuss proposed general fund budget - 2/17/2011
'No one was injured, no one died'
Sheriff, county officials detail activities during blizzard - 2/10/2011
Dolores Street home fire put out; investigation underway
2/10/2011
Technology brings school bullies home
Parents told of dangers posed by cyberbullying at Oswego East forum - 2/10/2011
Montgomery plowing 'went very well'
Post blizzard plowing led to 'competing complaints' from residents - 2/10/2011
Officials praise Oswego snowplow drivers
'Did an exemplary job' during, after blizzard village board told - 2/10/2011
Library board told of 'impressive' circulation
51,985 visited Oswego, Montgomery Libraries in November, December - 2/10/2011
Former colleagues recall a 'born journalist'
Dave Dreier dies; launched Fox Valley Sentinel in '74 - 2/10/2011
OHS theater alums shining on stage, screen
Program has sparked interests that have led to full and part - 2/10/2011
Blizzard strands over 100 motorists
Heavy snow, high winds left all county roads 'basically impassable' - 2/3/2011
Plows took to the streets as snow fell
Crews out in force as blizzard prompts business, school closures - 2/3/2011
YESTERYEAR FOR FEBRUARY
2/3/2011
Fed official: Recession 'hangover' continues
But tells area business leaders economy 'clearly in recovery' - 2/3/2011
Oswego School District Board race
Former board vice president Hoffer withdraws from ballot - 2/3/2011
Library district voters to have a choice after all?
Oswegoan to seek board seat as a write-in; others reported interested - 2/3/2011
Montgomery reconsidering inflatable sign ban
Village Board proponents say signs can help local businesses - 2/3/2011
SORRY FOR THE DELAY!
2/3/2011
Cedar Glen sewer line project questioned
About 35 homeowners attend weekday morning public hearing - 1/27/2011
A quieter spring ahead for state lawmakers?
Field questions from local officials - 1/27/2011
School board talks third high school plans
Building size, exterior façade, synthetic turf among issues - 1/27/2011
School board candidates go to school
Superintendent, two incumbents host informational meeting - 1/27/2011
Montgomery retail center to get a facelift
New owners plan façade, parking lot improvements, village board told - 1/27/2011
Montgomery launches Facebook page
Board expresses concern about posting comments; policy now in works - 1/27/2011
Eye '12-'13 to start new high school schedule
School district board updated on shift to 'Flex 8' effort - 1/27/2011
Local officials: State tax hike will hurt
State rep., firm owners say higher corporate rate to cost jobs, business - 1/20/2011
Reduce speed limit on Oswego streets?
Committee backs plan to cut speed on collector streets to 25 mph - 1/20/2011
Panel rejects water bill 'relief' suggestion
Montgomery officials say cost for water service already low - 1/20/2011
Montgomery to post page on Facebook
Users to receive updates, but won't be able to post comments-for now - 1/20/2011
A week of 'highs and lows' for Hultgren
New Congressman sworn-in, joins in 'day of remembrance' - 1/20/2011
School board mulls land-cash value change
Request from developer in Plainfield area of district prompts review - 1/20/2011
Officials decry road's 'horrible condition'
Montgomery officials urge Kane County to repair Montgomery Road - 1/20/2011
Montgomery approves church's permit request
Congregation to locate in vacant storefront on Montgomery Road - 1/13/2011
Third high school site plan approved
School district board makes changes before balloting - 1/13/2011
Oswego school chief backs charter school
AU-based facility would serve students from four area districts - 1/13/2011
Set public hearing on sewer project
Fox Metro planning to install sanitary sewers in Oswego neighborhood - 1/13/2011
Union rep objects to Montgomery raises
Charges union never advised of 3% increases to non-union workers - 1/13/2011
Oswego, public works union talking contact
1/13/2011
Consultant hired for Rt. 71 main project
Oswego Village Board vote unanimous - 1/13/2011
Home sales down, foreclosures way up
More than 1,800 foreclosures filed with Kendall County in '10 - 1/6/2011
Big turnout for first full day kindergarten meeting
Over 100 attend session at Churchill School; more scheduled - 1/6/2011
Montgomery candidate's petitions challenged
1/6/2011
Cyberbullying topic for special school forum
Superintendent 'very concerned about increasing incidents' - 1/6/2011
Senior center referendum Tuesday meeting topic
If township voters approve, measure would be put on April ballot - 1/6/2011
Oswego approves lease pact with Chamber
Agency to move offices into vacant downtown building - 1/6/2011
Yesteryear
1/6/2011
Good news on jobs
Oswego, Kendall County unemployed numbers decline - 12/30/2010
Set meetings on full day kindergarten
Early sign-ups key to determining which schools to offer program - 12/30/2010
More suicides at holidays called a myth
Kendall Coroner says office sees more cases in late winter - 12/30/2010
Thompson students update school board
Council members detail activities - 12/30/2010
Montgomery Park-n-Ride plan an award winner
Planning association takes note of village's public input efforts - 12/30/2010
Teachers union officials object to reform bill
Tell panel of strike, tenure and performance provision concerns - 12/30/2010
Interjections By Tony Scott
2010: A year of courtroom drama, sizzling politics - 12/30/2010
Vote on senior center funding?
Request prompts Oswego Township Board to call special Jan. 11 meeting - 12/23/2010
Lawsuit threatened over KenCom funding
Cities objecting to agreement change that would require contributions - 12/23/2010
Aurora man, juvenile sought in kidnapping
Four others being held in abduction of Montgomery businessman - 12/23/2010
Bank in Oswego supermarket robbed
Two suspects fled store on foot - 12/23/2010
Holocaust survivors recall the horrors
Oswego High students receive first-hand history lesson - 12/23/2010
School's 'Giving Tree' has taken root
Gift donations help families in need at Long Beach Elementary School - 12/23/2010
Land purchased to re-route Ridge Road
County to pay $650,000 for seven acres - 12/23/2010
Pick new site for third high school
School board votes 6-1 to purchase parcel near Plainfield - 12/16/2010
More decisions loom on third high school
Student capacity, pool, artificial turf among issues before work begins - 12/16/2010
Three now in Oswego president's race
Law school student will challenge LeClercq, Sollinger - 12/16/2010
Montgomery tax levy shows 2.7% increase
Official tells board village portion of tax bills should still go down slightly - 12/16/2010
Detzler to step down as fire district president
Has served agency for 50 years - 12/16/2010
Bid to expand park district board stalls
Lone board proponent plans effort to put proposal on future ballot - 12/16/2010
County officials spar over health dept. bonuses
Ex-chair says payments 'not quite right'; director defends actions - 12/16/2010
More Kendall homeless seeking shelter
County PADS program provided overnight housing to 48 last week - 12/9/2010
Sollinger a candidate for Oswego's top job
Village board member will challenge LeClercq in April election - 12/9/2010
Deadlock broken: New county leader elected
Deadlock broken: New county leader elected - 12/9/2010
Pension reform law awaits Gov's signature
Measure boosts retirement age for newly hired police, firefighters to 55 - 12/9/2010
Opinions divided on civil unions law
Local lawmakers split on vote; gay residents, supporters see benefits - 12/9/2010
Montgomery OKs portable signs in 'M' zoning districts
12/9/2010
Student magazine on the cutting edge
Oswego East publication has earned national recognition - 12/9/2010
Public responds to animal shelter 'crisis'
County official receives dozens of suggestions to ease budget, space problems - 12/2/2010
Hearing Dec. 13 on Montgomery's property tax levy
12/2/2010
One teacher's idea now helping thousands
Proceeds from T-shirt sales directed to district's neediest families - 12/2/2010
Montgomery set to regulate windmills
Village board voted expected on wind turbine ordinance Dec. 13 - 12/2/2010
A new Winrock Park pool planned
Park district seeking grants for pool, Prairie Point Park projects - 12/2/2010
Two school incumbents to seek re-election
Wolf plans to step down after completing second term next spring - 12/2/2010
YESTERYEAR
12/2/2010
School district to issue $32 million in bonds
$20 million will be used to fund technology, current projects - 11/25/2010
East View contracts approved
$4.3M in upgrades pending; will re-open as kindergarten center next fall - 11/25/2010
School chief tells of school crowding
Efforts made to accommodate 600 more students, O'Donnell tells gathering - 11/25/2010
School board gives tax levy initial OK
Tentative $104M levy shows increase of $23M over last year - 11/25/2010
Meyers: I will serve Montgomery with honor
Veteran officer sworn-in as police chief before large crowd - 11/25/2010
Should Congress ban earmarks?
Funds have helped pay for Orchard Road bridge, other projects here - 11/25/2010
Ramblin' Ray: 'Be what you want to be'
Chicago radio personality encourages students at Plank Jr. High - 11/25/2010
Referendum on Montgomery sales tax?
Village board members voice differing opinions at committee meeting - 11/18/2010
Sheriff names Koster new chief deputy
21-year department veteran pledges 'transparency and openness' - 11/18/2010
Meyers to lead Montgomery Police
Board unanimously approves appointment - 11/18/2010
Montgomery Board incumbents to run again
Watermann, Heinz, Felten confirm plans to seek re-election next April - 11/18/2010
Oswego officials confirm re-election plans
Michels, Schlaker will seek to retain seats in April 5 balloting - 11/18/2010
School district seeking to honor alumni
Seeking nominees for first 'Hall of Distinction' award recipients - 11/18/2010
Murderers can marry; why not same sex couples?
11/18/2010
Schools fail to make grade on state tests
Lower scores by students in two testing subgroups cited - 11/11/2010
$12 million in school upgrades proposed
Artificial turf, a boiler, expanded storage areas among projects on long list - 11/11/2010
How $12M for upgrades could be divvied up
School district board expected to make final decision Nov. 22 - 11/11/2010
Montgomery votes to hire labor law firm
Hourly rate questioned, but agreement approved in 4-2 ballot - 11/11/2010
Oswego urged to preserve old buildings
Board receives request from historic preservation commission - 11/11/2010
Foster warns gridlock now a real possibility
Ousted Congressman may take a vacation - 11/11/2010
Hultgren: Volunteers key to winning election
'Incredible ground game' helped defeat incumbent Foster - 11/11/2010
'Crisis' at overcrowded animal shelter
Drastic measures may be needed to ease overcrowding, board told - 11/8/2010
Randall wins county sheriff's race
Captures unprecedented seventh term with over 60 percent of vote - 11/4/2010
Judge firm on Vasquez jail sentence
Denies defense attorney's reconsideration request - 11/4/2010
'60 seniors and 14,000 hours of work'
State, Oswego Board honor successful effort to open senior center - 11/4/2010
Voters return four to Kendall County Board
Also elect Koukol to first term; independent candidate comes close - 11/4/2010
Hatcher over Healy in state rep. race
Voters give incumbent second term - 11/4/2010
No crackdown on Montgomery 'door hangers'
Officials cite lack of staff, enforcement difficulty in rejecting member's suggestion - 11/4/2010
Library district board OKs reduced tax levy
Agency seeking $214,000 less than current fiscal year - 11/4/2010
Class sizes up in most local schools
Enrollment increased by 565 students over last year, report shows - 10/28/2010
Conceal carry, school funding issues at forum
Congressional, state, county candidates respond to questions - 10/28/2010
Foster, Hultgren campaigns slug it out
Charges fly in Congressional race as election day nears - 10/28/2010
Sheriff candidates debate at Yorkville forum
Randall cites 24 year record; Lea touts need for fiscal accountability - 10/28/2010
Voter turnout of about 50 percent anticipated
600 had voted in Oswego as of Monday - 10/28/2010
Oswego Village Board holds line on tax levy
Village portion of tax bills may show decrease next year for some - 10/28/2010
Montgomery backs liquor license request
Gario's Pizza seeking new license - 10/28/2010
Who is paying for the election?
Updated reports list campaign donors - 10/21/2010
Congressional candidates debate at forum
Foster backs tax cuts, Hultgren says 'spending out of control' - 10/21/2010
Unruly crowd almost forced forum shutdown
Hultgren says supporters are 'passionate' - 10/21/2010
Gala reception to mark Montgomery's 175th
Just a few free tickets remained as of Monday to Gray's Mill event - 10/21/2010
County finance panel reviews potential cuts
Reductions would trim budget deficit from $1.6M to $756,909 - 10/21/2010
'Hybrid' streetlights brighten Oswego's downtown
Wind/solar powered lights installed; purchased with state grant funds - 10/21/2010
Boulder Hill yard a 'disaster area'
County board hears neighbors' concerns - 10/21/2010
School district to build third high school
Board OKs administration's recommendation in 4-3 ballot - 10/14/2010
Property values down in Kendall
New assessments begin to reflect depressed market - 10/14/2010
High school block schedule will change
School district board votes to proceed with 'Flex 8' format - 10/14/2010
Board has received third school cost estimates
Construction director put cost at about $100M last April - 10/14/2010
Douglas Rd. traffic noise called 'unbearable'
Homeowner, neighbors ask Oswego Board for second sound test - 10/14/2010
State targets '12 start for Rt. 71 widening
But Oswego faced with $3.5M cost to move water main - 10/14/2010
New police officer on duty in Montgomery
Served previously in Downers Grove - 10/14/2010
Yesteryear for October
10/14/2010
Third high school or additions at OHS, OEHS?
Issue on school board agenda for possible vote next Tuesday - 10/7/2010
Water problems increase cost for Prairie Point spray park
10/7/2010
Ask probe of chief deputy's credit card use
State's attorney files request with Illinois Attorney General - 10/7/2010
Kendall PADS program needs 'night owls'
Volunteers sought to staff second and third shifts in area churches - 10/7/2010
County officials look to trim new budget
As now proposed, budget shows estimated deficit of $1.6 million - 10/7/2010
It's harvest time for the park district, too
Volunteers sought to help collect seeds from native plants - 10/7/2010
Political foes unite against Parkway
Kendall Republicans, Dems urged Tollway Authority to reject project - 10/7/2010
OK alternate full-day kindergarten plan
Program will be offered for two years in four elementary schools - 9/30/2010
Survey finds support for third high school
46% identify new school as 'most desired option'; 34% back additions at OHS, OEHS - 9/30/2010
School district board OKs 2010-11 budget
Projected deficit reduced from $5.6 million to $3.9 million - 9/30/2010
Montgomery Board votes to amend sign law
Change permits more businesses to use portable signs on private property - 9/30/2010
Sheriff's candidate responds to anonymous letter
Lea offers to take polygraph test on jokes told to students a decade ago - 9/30/2010
Oswego may require pre-demolition reviews
Ordinance would mandate reviews of all structures targeted for teardowns built prior to 1960 - 9/30/2010
Feral cats a problem in mobile home park
Neighbors ask Montgomery Village Board for assistance - 9/30/2010
Chief Kendall County Deputy will retire
Sheriff cites recent controversies in announcing Tichava's Nov. 30 departure - 9/23/2010
Questions about the school plan
Third high school, all day kindergarten among forum topics - 9/23/2010
Candidate: County credit card used to buy beer
Complaint filed with county board; attorney general investigation asked - 9/23/2010
Witness offered cash in deputy harassment suit
Affidavits also show former secretary asked friend to lie about contacts with Tichava - 9/23/2010
Downsize sports complex expansion plans?
Firm hired to update '07 plan to expand Stuart Sports Complex in Montgomery - 9/23/2010
Alternate full day kindergarten plan unveiled
Program would be offered at three schools for two year transition period - 9/23/2010
Congressional candidates exchange barbs
Foster hits Hultgren on TARP funds; Hultgren explains Social Security stance - 9/23/2010
An up close look at the U.S. Supreme Court
Institute provided OEHS teacher with a chance to see high court in action - 9/23/2010
Public weighs-in on school district plan
Students seek to keep block schedule; opinions differ on third high school - 9/16/2010
Montgomery mosquitoes test positive for West Nile
Second batch of infected insects caught in downtown area trap - 9/16/2010
School board holds line on tax rate once more
Rate likely to go up beginning in 2012 - 9/16/2010
Foster questioned at Oswego Senior Center
Congressman pays visit to accept lobbying group's endorsement - 9/16/2010
Hultgren: State campaign cash returned to fund
Republican candidates says error found and corrected; hits Foster - 9/16/2010
Small crowd, but lots of interest at school forum
Administrators note rising enrollment; residents question projections - 9/16/2010
Tree-destroying beetle found in Montgomery
State confirms infested trees in Blackberry Crossing, Fairfield subdivisions - 9/16/2010
Mayors press county on 911 funding
LeClercq: Talks on municipal contributions 'like a ping pong match' - 9/9/2010
Parents offer views on school district growth
Official: Third high school, two elementary schools needed by '14-'15 - 9/9/2010
PrairieFest was indeed 'best of times'
Last June's celebration a hit financially and with crowds, park board told - 9/9/2010
Group urges re-opening of historic chapel
'Friends' protest closing and moving of documents, other - 9/9/2010
Official: County revenues not keeping up
Tax revenue growth falling short of projections for bond payments, board advised - 9/9/2010
Lakewood Creek Drive re-surfacing project set
Montgomery will use 'left over' federal economic stimulus funds - 9/9/2010
They once called new museum home
Mosley sisters grew up in Montgomery's Settlers Cottage - 9/9/2010
Yesteryear for September
9/9/2010
Celebrate Differences
Organization works through education, awareness and support - 9/9/2010
Vasquez's attorney planning appeal
'Profoundly disappointed' by 15-year sentence for DUI crash that killed five - 9/2/2010
Attorney defends traffic stop video release
Responds to sheriff's chief deputy's request for investigation - 9/2/2010
SA: Not enough evidence to prosecute homeowners
Teens brought alcohol to Boulder Hill home - 9/2/2010
Pleas for mercy, justice before sentencing
Defendant removed twice from courtroom; parents tell of trauma, grief - 9/2/2010
KenCom Exec Board approves two budgets
Wages frozen for non-union employees - 9/2/2010
Set public hearing on new school budget
Prior budget expected to show deficit due to delayed state payments - 9/2/2010
Montgomery panel updated on code violations
Report shows village mowing 22 properties, most in foreclosure - 9/2/2010
Prison time or probation for Vasquez?
Sentencing Friday for DUI driver in crash that killed five Oswego teens - 8/26/2010
Official: Expect plans for waste transfer station
County board panel advised to update solid waste plan - 8/26/2010
Release of video prompts call for investigation
Chief deputy wants to know how traffic stop video was placed on web site - 8/26/2010
Board gets good news on summer school
More students in enrichment classes, fewer require intervention - 8/26/2010
Officials: No money for railroad quiet zone study
Montgomery resident says engineers sound horns 'all the time, all the way through' - 8/26/2010
Attorney cautions Oswego Board on election
Warns officials, audience against 'cheap shots,' campaign speeches during meetings - 8/26/2010
Oswego Board hears PADS program report
Local church will provide shelter for the homeless Friday nights - 8/26/2010
Oswego village president to run again
LeClercq announces candidacy; says 'best days' still ahead for village - 8/19/2010
Mayors tell county board: We don't have funds for 911 center
8/19/2010
Consultants hired for enrollment study
School board majority accepts recommendation from administrators - 8/19/2010
Chief deputy defends county credit card use
Seeks apology from Green Party candidate - 8/19/2010
Montgomery needs funds for capital projects
Sales tax hike among options board members asked to consider - 8/19/2010
Homes sales heated up with the weather
Second quarter sales here rose 38.7 percent - 8/19/2010
Railroad quiet zone request rejected-for now
Montgomery Board members express concern over cost for required study - 8/19/2010
Sheriff defends office's credit card use
Says charges at bars and restaurants were legitimate expenses - 8/12/2010
School district to hire its own bus mechanics
Cost-savings expected, board told - 8/12/2010
Program for Kendall County's homeless 'a go'
PADS organizers plan to begin offering overnight shelter in October - 8/12/2010
School administrator wage hikes OK'd
Board approves 2.7 percent increase in 5-1 ballot - 8/12/2010
School superintendent's contract extended
Board adds another year to O'Donnell's pact; salary remains the same - 8/12/2010
Public works crews battling mosquitoes
Heavy rains this summer make conditions ripe for the pesky insects - 8/12/2010
School district still awaiting state funds
State late in making $3.9 million categorical payment; budget may show deficit - 8/12/2010
Yesteryear
8/5/2010
Mud already flying in Congressional race
Hultgren campaign levels charges; Foster rep. calls them 'completely bogus' - 8/5/2010
Foster way out in front in campaign cash war
Report: Hultgren has $244,669 on hand - 8/5/2010
Church puts historical society on notice
If Chapel on the Green is sold or not maintained, church will take it back - 8/5/2010
State hosts open house on Route 71 widening
Project would add lanes to portion of highway between Orchard Road and Route 47 - 8/5/2010
Open bids for Prairie Point Park projects
Splash playground, picnic shelter, field lights planned for installation this fall - 8/5/2010
County officials updated on wind turbines
Consultant explains current rules for unincorporated areas - 8/5/2010
Montgomery panel opposes home sprinklers
Committee members cite concerns over added construction costs - 8/5/2010
New trial asked for driver in fatal crash
Defense attorney contends 'court erred' in convicting Sandra Vasquez - 7/29/2010
More questions than answers on layoff
7/29/2010
Sewer backs-up in Boulder Hill
Three homeowners report sewage in basement - 7/29/2010
Oswego Police withdraw from Kendall SRT
Police chief cites 'operational differences' that occurred during local incident - 7/29/2010
Montgomery backs police pension referendum
Advisory measure seeks voter support for 'meaningful reform' - 7/29/2010
Tree-eating beetles found in Yorkville subdivision
Ash borer infestation could mean trouble for trees throughout county - 7/29/2010
Oswego resident urges tougher vicious dog law
Tells village board of problems with neighbors' pit bull, rotweiller - 7/29/2010
Drop in home values to slow tax growth
County assessment chief: Future increases should be smaller - 7/29/2010
Downtown condo project withdrawn
Oswego officials accused of being negative, obstructionist toward project - 7/22/2010
Allow elected officials to carry firearms?
Montgomery attorney will check law - 7/22/2010
Funds released for Oswego Metra station
Commuter rail service to use funds to pay for engineering studies - 7/22/2010
More support aired for block schedule
High school teachers tell school board how students benefit - 7/22/2010
Parkway, Metra station on agency's radar
Planning agency officials tell county board projects in 2040 plan - 7/22/2010
County board split on laying off department head
Board proponents cite 'dollars and cents'; opponents object to hiring consultant - 7/22/2010
Ousted Democratic candidate stops in Yorkville
Cohen meets with mayor; declines comments on prior arrest - 7/22/2010
Board gets school boundary study estimates
Private firm's services could cost school district up to $70,000 - 7/15/2010
Strike halts work on Route 71 at Oswego High
7/15/2010
Speeding tickets way up, accidents down
Annual Oswego Police report show fewer motorists getting off with just a warning - 7/15/2010
Interim principal named at Hunt Club Elementary
Murray has worked at Bednarcik, Traughber - 7/15/2010
OK dual language program for junior highs
Grant funds to pay for personnel costs, school board told - 7/15/2010
Horse show assoc. being driven out of county?
Members detail concerns; county officials pledge to work for compromise - 7/15/2010
Better economic times ahead in Montgomery?
First quarter MEDC development report notes uptick in projects - 7/15/2010
Yesteryear for July
7/8/2010
Emotional reactions to Vasquez verdict
With sentencing hearing pending, defense attorney to file motions for new trial - 7/8/2010
Two views of 'closure' for families
7/8/2010
School chief just not the retiring type
O'Donnell glad he left retirement to take superintendent's position here last July - 7/8/2010
Foster: Prairie Parkway not needed for decades
Congressman also notes potential benefits of Oswego Metra station - 7/8/2010
Planning officials invited to county meeting
Omission of Metra station, Prairie Parkway from plan questioned by chairman - 7/8/2010
Montgomery's Settlers Cottage opening set
Restored residence will open as a museum during MontgomeryFest - 7/8/2010
Vasquez found guilty on all counts
Driver in crash that left five teens dead taken into custody; sentencing hearing set - 7/1/2010
Free mulch available
Oswego has big pile of the stuff after June 23 storm - 7/1/2010
Montgomery puts moratorium on windmills
Board OKs staff request to provide more time to review regulations - 7/1/2010
Board hears more support for block schedule
Teacher, parents, students cite advantages for maintaining current program - 7/1/2010
Outside firm to study school enrollment growth?
Firm would study growth trends, help draw future boundaries - 7/1/2010
Water quality issues reported in two neighborhoods
Montgomery working to fix problems on Case Street, Balmorea - 7/1/2010
Number of jobless Oswegoans down slightly
Official: Gradual decrease in unemployed expected to continue - 7/1/2010
Emotion-filled testimony at Vasquez trial
Family members recount events leading up to crash that killed five teens - 6/24/2010
Independent candidate for sheriff files petitions
Lea says petitions have 3,487 signatures - 6/24/2010
School board recalls 10 education support staff employees
6/24/2010
Funds sought for Cedar Glen, Windcrest sewers
If IEPA approves loan this year, Fox Metro could start work next spring - 6/24/2010
Expect Orchard Road widening next year
Kane County officials update Montgomery business group - 6/24/2010
Renovations set at Old Post Elementary School
Projects will include new flooring, parking lot resurfacing, roof repairs - 6/24/2010
Report: Parents like full-day kindergarten
After two years interest in and support for program continues to grow - 6/24/2010
Incident during courthouse tour investigated
Weis interviews deputy, county board member; rules no further action needed - 6/17/2010
Line forms for joint TIF Review Board seat
Residents express interest in at-large position - 6/17/2010
Sale of land OK'd for Route 71 improvements
IDOT to pay Oswego School District $106,300 for four parcels - 6/17/2010
Info sought on high school class schedules
Decision on current block schedule format expected in September - 6/17/2010
Plan to permit ads on water towers on hold
Oswego Board discusses proposal, but delays action due to absent members - 6/17/2010
Historic Montgomery photos sought for new history book
6/17/2010
Healy: 'Running out of utter frustration'
Long-time Mutual Ground director explains her decision to seek state rep position - 6/17/2010
Teachers, students back block schedule
Board to take up issue at workshop session Monday - 6/10/2010
Top county official calls for chief deputy to resign
Board Chairman Vickery says sheriff also let her down 'big time' - 6/10/2010
Put advertisements on Oswego water towers?
Board member's proposal an attempt to boost municipal revenues - 6/10/2010
Rulings pending on death penalty motions
Montgomery man's lawyers say law lacks safeguards for the innocent - 6/10/2010
Oswego to enforce brick mailbox ban
Official obtains board's support; cites safety, liability concerns - 6/10/2010
Oswego Board members in tussle over TIF
Voiced sharply differing opinions before voting 4-3 to convene Joint Review Board - 6/10/2010
Forest preserve district to buy draft horses?
Board members debate purchase for Ellis Equestrian Center - 6/10/2010
Oswego to convene TIF review board
LeClercq casts tie-breaking vote after board deadlocks - 6/3/2010
Montgomery rejects sales tax incentive request
Development firm sought pact to re-develop Douglas Rd.-Rt. 30 property - 6/3/2010
Yesteryear
6/3/2010
Paper obtains copy of sex harassment settlement
Chief deputy, ex-staffer reached agreement in part to avoid further litigation - 6/3/2010
Require sprinkler systems in new homes?
Montgomery committee weighs provision in new building code - 6/3/2010
OK Montgomery Park-n-Ride grant bid
Village would lease Pace van to transport area Metra riders - 6/3/2010
County sheriff, clerk, treasurer to get raises
Elected officials' salary set in split ballot - 6/3/2010
Compete in canoe race at 90? Why not!
Former State Senator Bob Mitchler ready to paddle down the Fox again - 6/3/2010
Cost for sex harassment suit: $381,000
Chief deputy retains job; Sheriff says 'We followed the rule of law' - 5/27/2010
Metra station years away
5/27/2010
Differing views aired on block schedule
Oswego School District Board to discuss issue at June 14 workshop - 5/27/2010
Speeders not a problem on Montgomery street
96 percent of vehicles on Mayfield Drive clocked at or below 25 mph - 5/27/2010
New Homestead, Southbury principals named
Oswego School District Board also OKs hiring of dual language director - 5/27/2010
52 teachers first year teachers re-hired
5/27/2010
Program gave students hands-on experience
But after open house, future of high school building trades program uncertain - 5/27/2010
Kendall home sales, foreclosures both up
680 foreclosures filed with the county between Jan. 1 and May 10 - 5/20/2010
County settles harassment lawsuit
Long-time chief deputy faced accusations from former staffer - 5/20/2010
Area agencies: OK to continue TIF study
Oswego school, park, fire, library officials back convening review board - 5/20/2010
No board action on artificial turf proposal
School superintendent cites questions, need for further study - 5/20/2010
A hopeful sign on the local economy?
Montgomery officials note rise in sales tax revenues - 5/20/2010
Residents remain upset over tree removal
NaAuSay Township officials promise improved communication - 5/20/2010
Montgomery panel backs bill payment changes
Bills to be listed by department; board to get vendor 'cheat sheet' - 5/20/2010
Second expert witness OK'd for Vasquez trial
Suspect in '07 crash that left five Oswego teens dead hospitalized - 5/13/2010
Non-tenured teachers re-hired
Board OKs hiring more teachers to keep up with enrollment growth - 5/13/2010
MAY-YESTERYEAR
5/13/2010
Douglas Rd. contractor won't work at night
Cite new worker safety rules in rejecting Montgomery request - 5/13/2010
Oswego officials share visions for the village
Ideas range from more downtown fests to Metra station to expanding web site - 5/13/2010
Waubonsee the place to go for OHS, OEHS grads
Local high schools 'top feeders' of students to community college - 5/13/2010
Committee to study downtown condo project
Oswego panel to evaluate extent of, costs for Alexander Square public improvements - 5/13/2010
Park-n-Ride bus service cut on hold-for now
Six daily runs to Aurora Metra station likely to continue through June - 5/13/2010
Drop block schedule at high schools?
Study: Traditional class schedule would save school district money - 5/6/2010
School board receives artificial turf proposal
Cost to replace grass fields at OHS, OEHS and other upgrades estimated at up to $2.4M - 5/6/2010
Park-n-Ride bus schedule likely to change soon
Oswego, Pace officials seek to finalize service agreement - 5/6/2010
Oswego Board votes to hike water rates
Increase expected to add $6 to $8 on a typical water bill - 5/6/2010
Tax bills vary throughout Kendall County
Location, assessments, tax rates key factors in determining how much you pay - 5/6/2010
374 received aid at first Kendall Cares clinic
Event offered medical, dental screenings and more to those in need - 5/6/2010
New ladder truck gives firefighters extra reach
First ladder truck purchased by the Oswego Fire District since '86 - 5/6/2010
School board discusses 'road map'
Plan suggests timeline for major building projects - 4/29/2010
400 volunteers to help those in need
Kendall Cares Clinic will offer free services - 4/29/2010
Infrastructure a hurdle for condo project
Oswego Board members question developers on TIF, other issues - 4/29/2010
Contentious Oswego budget work at an end?
Divided board expected to vote Friday, hours before start of new fiscal year - 4/29/2010
Montgomery officials object to colleague's letter
Board members deny charge village raised taxes in adopting new budget - 4/29/2010
Kendall Republicans rallying around Brady
Gubernatorial candidate backs tax cuts to close state budget deficit - 4/29/2010
Montgomery will host weekly farmers' market
Events will be held Tuesdays this summer in plaza in front of village hall - 4/29/2010
No action on third high school proposal
School board members question pool plans; decision by September? - 4/22/2010
East View School improvements get green light
School board approves seeking bids for life-safety work - 4/22/2010
Park-n-Ride service cut topic for May 3 hearing
Pace to host hearing at Oswego hall - 4/22/2010
Official: Orchard Rd. widening next year?
Kane County officials eye 2011 bid opening, Montgomery Board told - 4/22/2010
Montgomery backs two liquor license requests
Restaurant, bar, banquet facility would locate in Gray's Mill - 4/22/2010
Expand sports complex? Access an issue
Montgomery, park district differ on Aucutt Road extension - 4/22/2010
Information meeting on Kendall homeless set
Proposal calls for county churches to host PADS program - 4/22/2010
Third high school back on board agenda
School district staff ready to restart project, pending board approval - 4/15/2010
Oswego takes a pass on Rt. 71 widening-for now
Funding concerns prompt board to delay engineering study for water main relocation - 4/15/2010
Vote sought on downtown Oswego project
Developers of old lumber yard requesting board ballot on development pact - 4/15/2010
Kindergarten enrollment expected to grow
School board receives options to handle more students - 4/15/2010
Oswego to vote on water rate increase?
Village board action recommended to close $2.1 million fund deficit - 4/15/2010
'Zero tolerance' OK'd for Mayfield Drive speeders
Montgomery Board approves stepped-up enforcement effort - 4/15/2010
Seek landmark status for White School Museum
Designation would coincide with 160th anniversary of the building's construction - 4/15/2010
Taxpayers to pay for defendant's expert witness
Driver in '07 crash that killed five Oswego teens ruled indigent - 4/8/2010
Tuition-based pre-school program OK'd
Delay in receipt of state funds for Brokaw Center prompts - 4/8/2010
'Nobody likes to raise taxes'
Oswego president explains decisive vote in favor of Home Rule sales tax - 4/8/2010
Area officials lobby lawmakers in Springfield
Montgomery, other Metro West members seek to retain share of state income tax revenues - 4/8/2010
County board seeks to keep state funding
Resolution opposes governor's plan to cut local share of income tax payment - 4/8/2010
Reservations required at popular park pavilion
Park district also requiring $50 fee for use of Hudson Crossing facility - 4/8/2010
School board receives updated building plan
Recommendations include third high school; three sites for full-day kindergarten - 4/8/2010
Second round of school cuts approved
Parents will see some fees increases; first-year teachers receive release notices - 4/1/2010
Kendall Co. foreclosures continue to climb
400 processed through mid-March, up 75 from 2009 - 4/1/2010
Yesteryear
4/1/2010
Foster: I listened on health care bill
Congressman says he voted 'Yes' to help constituents, businesses - 4/1/2010
Montgomery Park-n-Ride study to continue
Panel asks village staff to investigate funding options for downtown facility - 4/1/2010
Efforts to ease parking near Oswego park detailed
Park district working to re-arrange schedules, contacting private leagues - 4/1/2010
Census figures confirm decade of growth
Peak years for Kendall's population boom occurred between '03 and '07 - 4/1/2010
Library circulated more than 61,000 items last month
Report shows 39,320 visited Montgomery Campus in February - 4/1/2010
Foster votes 'Yes' on healthcare bill
Says bill 'not perfect' but likes provision that eliminates pre-existing conditions - 3/25/2010
School board expected to release 61 teachers Monday
3/25/2010
Oswego panel: Seek other agency views on TIF
Development pact for downtown condo project also endorsed - 3/25/2010
Developer: We have financing to build project
Responds to memo, foreclosure filings - 3/25/2010
Seek agreement on sports complex expansion
Montgomery Board authorizes staff to negotiate pact with park district - 3/25/2010
Unemployment highest here since March 1983
6,864 out of work in Kendall County - 3/25/2010
Kendall County public transit service begins
County official confident Oswego, Montgomery will eventually join - 3/25/2010
'Plan for the worst, hope for the best'
School district board receives options for $7.1 million more in cuts - 3/18/2010
School board OKs tax warrant sale
$10M needed to make up for late state aid payments - 3/18/2010
Suspect in crash that killed five will be tried here
Judge rejects change of venue request from Sandra Vasquez's attorney - 3/18/2010
$488,000 in Oswego budget cuts proposed
Officials warn that cuts will have drastic impact on village services - 3/18/2010
Street repair projects pending in Montgomery
Village will use stimulus funds to resurface Douglas Road - 3/18/2010
County board votes to sell old jail to Yorkville
Purchase agreement now subject to vote by city council - 3/18/2010
Lease vans for Oswego Park-n-Ride service?
Pace official says village could save significantly on service cost - 3/18/2010
Montgomery officer honored as a lifesaver
CPR efforts credited with saving life of an infant last June - 3/11/2010
A Montgomery Police officer was honored twice this past week for saving the life of an infant last summer. Officer Elizabeth Palko received a lifesaving award at the annual Respect for Law banquet he
Burgwald, Harl named Kendall County 'Officer of the Year' - 3/11/2010
Montgomery hires leadership consultant
Will provide training for police department sergeants, acting chief - 3/11/2010
State slow to pay some area agencies
School districts, county, fire departments all await state funds - 3/11/2010
Cross: Funds will be coming for agencies
Wait for capital bills funds likely to continue; questions over funding cited - 3/11/2010
Sign-up to start for park district garden sites
Agency offering plots for planting near Southbury School in Oswego - 3/11/2010
County provides GIS info to private company
County board split on allowing firm access to mapping information - 3/11/2010
County Board to vote on solid waste plan update March 8
3/4/2010
Charge tuition at Brokaw Learning Center?
Oswego School District seeking parent views in online survey - 3/4/2010
Park-n-Ride revenue, ridership info sought
Oswego officials seeking data from Pace; riders urge continued village funding - 3/4/2010
Yesteryear for March
3/4/2010
Oswego officials ask for options on budget
Committee mulls ways to close water and general fund deficits - 3/4/2010
Park district board OKs balanced $18M budget
39% of revenue comes from program fees; 30% from property taxes - 3/4/2010
Kendall County: Where the bison will roam?
Creative ideas flow at forest preserve district focus group sessions - 3/4/2010
Transit service won't serve all Kendall residents
Oswego, Montgomery residents can sign-up, but face limited service - 3/4/2010
School budget cuts OK'd
80 jobs targeted for elimination - 2/25/2010
Pick jury in June for Oswego fatal crash case?
Citing adverse publicity, attorney for Sandra Vasquez seeks change of venue - 2/25/2010
Administrators to pay part of healthcare costs?
Board member pushes for additional administrative budget cuts - 2/25/2010
Oswego to lose some downtown parking
Lot behind old fire station to be sold with building, officials told - 2/25/2010
Early learning center's fate up to state
Visiting lawmakers voice support for efforts to keep Brokaw open - 2/25/2010
'A true professional and a friend'
Montgomery Village Board, staff honor departing police chief - 2/25/2010
New use for old Oswego hall: It's a greenhouse
Park district using the building to grow plants for natural areas - 2/25/2010
Report outlines potential school changes
Recommendations include re-doing attendance boundaries next year - 2/18/2010
No changes in pet law
Montgomery Village Board rejects proposed revisions - 2/18/2010
Propose cut in Oswego Park-n-Ride funding
Village officials note number of bus trips to Aurora Metra station may be reduced - 2/18/2010
Rep. Foster: Stimulus has helped economy
Congressman tells gathering he's frustrated by political partisanship - 2/18/2010
Approve changes to East View School plans
Pending renovations would serve to boost enrollment capacity - 2/18/2010
Oswego panel discusses ways to boost revenues
Flat fee on utility bills, doubling of water service tap on fees among proposals - 2/18/2010
County board votes to cut some building fees
Officials disagree on $375 charge for site plan reviews - 2/18/2010
School plan shows how to cut $5.5M
Savings could be realized by cutting staff, programs, board told - 2/11/2010
Vote on Oswego Police pact pending
Contract grants 7.5 percent in wage hikes over four years - 2/11/2010
Changing high school sites would save
Alternate site would net a savings of $1.3M, committee told - 2/11/2010
County hearing on waste plan shutdown
Chairman cites personal attacks and rules violations for adjourning session - 2/11/2010
Low voter turnout disappoints election officials
Voters don't consider cost, sacrifices made by others, officials say - 2/11/2010
Limit parking near Wormley Heritage Park?
Oswego officials agree to discuss proposal with park district reps - 2/11/2010
Montgomery OKs own tickets for overweight trucks
Compliance tickets expected to generate additional revenue for village - 2/11/2010
Republican voters choose Hultgren
Hastert concedes, 'humbled by outpouring of support' - 2/4/2010
Hatcher prevails in close race
Kane County vote proves key for incumbent - 2/4/2010
Out of work in Kendall Co.? You are not alone
Unemployed here top state, national averages; 1,425 without jobs in Oswego - 2/4/2010
Yesteryear for February
2/4/2010
Oswego moves to hold line on property taxes
Bond sale tax abatements should keep rate at last year's level, board told - 2/4/2010
Forecast for Fox River: Murky at best
Biologist cites negative impact of dams and development pressures at Oswego forum - 2/4/2010
Audit: school district literacy programs on track
Consultant has praise for teachers; recommends strengthening writing program - 2/4/2010
Montgomery panel says 'no' to church in an industrial area
Property owner tells officials of vacancies - 2/4/2010
Enrollment plan anticipates third high school
Includes recommendation to re-open East View Elementary - 1/28/2010
In race for campaign cash, Hastert has edge
Candidate finance reports on web site - 1/28/2010
Who's paying for this election? Look here
State board of elections releases updated campaign donor information - 1/28/2010
School board OKs pact for Route 71 work
Project in front of Oswego High and East View includes signals, more lanes - 1/28/2010
Long-time Montgomery police chief to step down
Schmidt accepts position with Waubonsee; began village career in 1974 as a patrol officer - 1/28/2010
Health care among issues at candidate forum
Kendall County Farm Bureau hosts Yorkville event - 1/28/2010
Parents will see higher school fees next fall
1/28/2010
More than $13 million in bond funds set for schools
Official says total could be lower depending on bids for various projects - 1/21/2010
County 911 system goes down
KenCom was unavailable for about an hour Jan. 10 - 1/21/2010
Land buying difficulties cause WIKADUKE delay
10-year plan for regional road in eastern Kendall could be postponed - 1/21/2010
Mixed reviews for some local judge candidates
McCann, Pilmer endorsed by state, Kane bar, Reidy not picked by state - 1/21/2010
Candidates push for less spending at forum
Hopefuls in Feb. 2 primary for Congress, General Assembly talk issues - 1/21/2010
Drop plan to convert East View resource center
Changes by board reduce cost to renovation project for elementary school - 1/21/2010
Traughber Jr. High School doesn't meet AYP standards
'Subgroup' of special education and IEP in math, reading below average - 1/21/2010
State aid funds may not arrive for schools until summer
Officials "cautiously optimistic" money will arrive in time to avoid budget deficit - 1/14/2010
Fighting through injuries
Oswego wrestlers win two at Orange Blue Mega Duals - 1/14/2010
First suspect in Dec. 20 drive-by shooting to be arraigned tomorrow
Second suspect to appear in court Jan. 21 - 1/14/2010
Judge appoints two more attorneys for fatal fire suspect
LeSure's lawyer doesn't want death penalty considered, says it's linked to racism - 1/14/2010
County board questions Coroner's hefty dinner tab
Toftoy says charges from Chicago conference were budgeted for his office - 1/14/2010
Attorney for developer: big lots still part of plan
1/14/2010
County reviews new Freedom of Information rules
1/14/2010
State's attorney's office saw 1.300 more cases in 2009
1/14/2010
GOP candidate survives ballot challenge
Court ruling keeps McQuillan on ballot with Hatcher, Wheeler - 1/7/2010
Montgomery sets special events to celebrate 175th
Cake served Monday; slide show Tuesday - 1/7/2010
Yesteryear
1/7/2010
New school chief settling into the job
O'Donnell discusses school district's financial needs, other issues - 1/7/2010
Past year one of growth for library district
But 2009 also brought sadness with the death of long-time Montgomery library advocate - 1/7/2010
Park district officials: 2009 was a good year
Agency tightened budget, but maintained services to residents - 1/7/2010
Bednarcik students' work extends into community
Charitable fund-raising, service projects on student council's agenda - 1/7/2010
Suspect in crash that killed five back in court
Judge sets February status hearing for Sandra Vasquez - 12/31/2009
Montgomery votes to hike water rates
Board cites operational costs; increases will be phased-in over two years - 12/31/2009
Churchill Elementary School in line for addition
Pending decision on full day kindergarten will affect planning, board told Proposed Churchill Elementary addition work outlined - 12/31/2009
Sounds of silence at school tax levy hearing
No public comment on the district's request for $107 million - 12/31/2009
Forest preserve won't buy part of subdivision
Board rejects Henneberry Woods proposal in split 5-3 ballot - 12/31/2009
Official: No conflict on Henneberry vote
12/31/2009
Newt Gingrich stumps for Ethan Hastert
Former U.S. House Speaker addresses GOP faithful at banquet - 12/31/2009
Court Dates Pending For Suspects In Fatal Shooting
12/24/2009
School distinct will borrow money to pay bills
State funding shortfall cited as key factor in need to sell $1M in tax warrants - 12/24/2009
Oswego School District Fees compared
Study shows how students fees vary among area districts - 12/24/2009
Park board approves $5.7 million in tax levy
Agency's property tax rate expected to show slight decrease - 12/24/2009
Bednarcik Junior High fails to make adequate yearly progress
Scores of Bednarcik's special education students cited as factor - 12/24/2009
County works to remove private data from web site
Clerk sets goal of redacting Social Security numbers from all documents by 2015 - 12/24/2009
Judicial, Congressional candidates survive challenges
GOP donor will seek court ruling to keep McQuillan off ballot - 12/24/2009
Suspect in crash that killed five back in court
Judge sets February status hearing for Sandra Vasquez - 12/17/2009
Montgomery votes to hike water rates
Board cites operational costs; increases will be phased-in over two years - 12/17/2009
Churchill Elementary School in line for addition
Pending decision on full day kindergarten will affect planning, board told Proposed Churchill Elementary addition work outlined - 12/17/2009
Sounds of silence at school tax levy hearing
No public comment on the district's request for $107 million - 12/17/2009
Forest preserve won't buy part of subdivision
Board rejects Henneberry Woods proposal in split 5-3 ballot - 12/17/2009
Official: No conflict on Henneberry vote
12/17/2009
Newt Gingrich stumps for Ethan Hastert
Former U.S. House Speaker addresses GOP faithful at banquet - 12/17/2009
New site sought for third high school
'We have been investigating other options' to Rt. 126 site, board told - 12/10/2009
Judge orders observation for fatal home fire suspects
12/10/2009
Republican race for Congress narrows
Three candidates drop out; Hastert and Hultgren remain in - 12/10/2009
Board decides not to change growth panel's charge
School chief: 'We need to get busy on third high school' - 12/10/2009
Back plan to use jr. high as satellite high school
Growth committee divided, but agrees on recommendation - 12/10/2009
Funding issues stall dispatch center expansion
Cost sharing formula an issue for Oswego, other municipalities - 12/10/2009
Work to resume on historic Settlers Cottage
Officials: Partially restored building sparking interest in Montgomery history - 12/10/2009
Tentative OK for park district levy
Date set for public hearing, final vote - 12/3/2009
Report: More finding Montgomery Library
Circulation is up almost 10,000; 42,350 visited new facility last month - 12/3/2009
Oswego water rates still an issue for the board
Village president says he will seek input from new finance director - 12/3/2009
Vaughn's attorneys seek more witness interviews
Request to interview state police who collected and tested evidence - 12/3/2009
Forest preserve budget OK'd with deficit
County to cover shortfall with $59,683 in surplus funds - 12/3/2009
Oswego High School test scores disappoint
School administrators tell board of improvement plans - 12/3/2009
County corrections officers will get raises
New contract includes six percent retroactive pay hike - 12/3/2009
Montgomery gets state road repair funds
Village awarded $635,000 to fix several downtown area streets - 11/26/2009
Two dead in Route 30 collision
Vehicles collided near Goodwin Dr. intersection - 11/26/2009
School officials seek state funds for Rt. 71 work
Huddle with area state lawmakers at Oswego Village Hall - 11/26/2009
Evaluation sought for Montgomery fire suspect
11/26/2009
School growth panel may get new tasks
School chief: Board may ask committee to consider more options - 11/26/2009
Set Dec. 14 public hearing for school tax levy
District would ask for $125 million, but hoping for $109 million - 11/26/2009
"What are your family's Christmas traditions?
11/26/2009
County budget shows deficit
County to tap reserves to cover $359,817 general fund shortfall - 11/19/2009
Montgomery expected to hike water rates
Committee receives four potential scenarios for increases - 11/19/2009
'An exercise in speculation and guesswork'
School board hears report on property tax levy process - 11/19/2009
GOP candidates talk issues at Geneva forum
Five in race for party's nomination to challenge Foster - 11/19/2009
Montgomery officials eye further budget cuts
Board sets goal of finishing fiscal year with balanced budget - 11/19/2009
OEHS ACT test scores 'not acceptible'
Effort commended, but school came up short in bid to boost composite score to 21 - 11/19/2009
OEHS improvement plan shows results
School officals cite significant gains in math scores - 11/19/2009
High school block schedule under review
Committee studying another schedule model, parents and students told - 11/12/2009
Proposed forest preserve district budget has deficit
Equestrian center costs at issue - 11/12/2009
Pedestrian safety a concern at Lakewood School
Montgomery police chief tells village board enforcement plan needed - 11/12/2009
Montgomery to consider Walgreens liquor licenses
Retailer seeking to sell packaged beer, wine at three village stores - 11/12/2009
Oswego moves to expedite leaf removal program
Village board approves funding for purchase of a second vacuum - 11/12/2009
Library district board adopts $5.7M tax levy
Agency requesting $19,000 in additional revenues; no comments from public at hearing - 11/12/2009
Yesteryear
11/12/2009
Defendant in crash that killed five teens back in court
Vasquez's bond kept at $750,000; judge to consider GPS fee reduction request - 11/5/2009
Better days ahead?
Oswego official notes rise in sales, income tax revenues - 11/5/2009
School panel hears overcrowding options
Committee asked to devise fiscally prudent recommendations that utilize current facilities - 11/5/2009
Schedule for H1N1 flu shot clinics
11/5/2009
Effort to cut Montgomery liquor sale hours fails
Board majority rejects plan to halt Friday, Saturday sales at 1 a.m. - 11/5/2009
More Crime, but also many more people here
State Police report notes population growth running ahead of crime - 11/5/2009
Search on for new Oswego finance director
Administrator hopes to present name for a finalist to the board this month - 11/5/2009
School board OKs teachers' contract
Grants salary hikes totaling 3.8 percent over two years - 10/29/2009
Full-day kindergarten in all elementary schools?
School board reviews plan to expand program now offered only at Southbury - 10/29/2009
OEA Chief: Time to fix school funding
Tells board solution can't wait until after election - 10/29/2009
Sewage backs up into Oswego basements
Power failed at Fox Metro lift station near Sudbury Circle; clean-up underway - 10/29/2009
Sugar Grove mayor to challenge Lauzen
Michels says long-time GOP incumbent 'just hasn't been effective' - 10/29/2009
Church may locate in old Montgomery Hall
Board approves $453,300 purchase contact - 10/29/2009
Buses delivered for Kendall transit service
Rides won't be available in Oswego, Montgomery due to funding - 10/29/2009
Family rescued from burning townhome
Oswego officers used collapsible ladder to reach second story balcony - 10/22/2009
H1N1 flu shot clinics
start next Thursday - 10/22/2009
Condo developers seek pact with Oswego
Agreement would detail, assign costs for public improvements, panel told - 10/22/2009
Third high school funding questions surface
School board members also discuss Rt. 71, East View improvements - 10/22/2009
School district has big growth potential
Demographic study shows enrollment could one day top 48,000 - 10/22/2009
Foundation's gift will help to beautify park
Volunteers help plant trees, plants - 10/22/2009
Oswego Police to start 'tweeting' information
Area residents invited to sign-up for free messages on Twitter - 10/22/2009
Has your tax assessment changed?
Publication of Oswego Township assessments starts annual property tax cycle - 10/15/2009
Ledger-Sentinel wins five state press awards
Honors include first place for best school board coverage - 10/15/2009
Oswego's Main St. merchants speak up
United in urging approval of downtown condo-business project - 10/15/2009
Lauzen to seek a sixth Senate term
Decides against another bid for Congress - 10/15/2009
Montgomery to plow sidewalks this winter?
Board member wants walks cleared near school, Seasons Ridge Blvd. - 10/15/2009
County board member mostly missing in action
Flowers cites work and family illnesses for frequent absences - 10/15/2009
Music still a passion for school chief
O'Donnell leads school district and an award-winning chorale group - 10/15/2009
Downtown condo project gets first OK
Oswego Board approves concept plan in 5-0 vote - 10/8/2009
Oswego finance director resigns
Village board approves severance agreement - 10/8/2009
Home starts down, but enrollment up
School district has gained equivalent of 28 classrooms, board told - 10/8/2009
YESTERYEAR FOR OCTOBER
10/8/2009
Shift funding from Prairie Parkway to Rt. 47?
Congressman Foster confirms effort to change federal legislation - 10/8/2009
Foster: Economy key to next year's election
Defends stimulus spending; hits GOP for running up debt under Bush - 10/8/2009
Hatcher makes re-election bid official
GOP incumbent touts collaboration, need to create 'pro-business' - 10/8/2009
County failed to give notice of public meeting
State's Attorney Weis: 'They should have known better' - 10/8/2009
School board approves balanced budget
$140 million in revenues and expenses anticipated; surplus of $7,406 projected - 10/1/2009
School board OKs pact with custodians union
Grants two percent wage increases annually for next four years - 10/1/2009
Kendall County facing $500,000 budget shortfall
Finance committee chairman says $12 million reserve fund may be tapped - 10/1/2009
DuPage lawmaker enters Congressional race
State Sen. Hultgren a candidate in the Republican Primary - 10/1/2009
Food pantry to mark one year in new location
Services still badly needed in tough economy, official says - 10/1/2009
Montgomery Village Board news briefs...
OK plans for Buona Beef restaurant on Rt. 34 - 10/1/2009
Former long-time Montgomery official remembered
Stu Johnson's career in village government spanned four decades - 10/1/2009
School board receives diversity report
With a minority enrollment of 35%, report lists 'opportunities for improvement' - 9/24/2009
Oswego layoffs hit two departments hardest
2.5 positions cut in public works; building and zoning loses three - 9/24/2009
Montgomery Cemetery Walk an historic first
First-ever event Oct. 7 will include portrayals of early village settlers - 9/24/2009
Oswego may cut notices on overdue water bills
Public works employees hand-delivered 600 late notices earlier this month - 9/24/2009
When it comes to flu shots this year, think twice
Local health officials recommending both seasonal and H1N1 shots - 9/24/2009
Mutual Ground director a state rep candidate?
Healy confirms interest; one other Democrat also considering bid - 9/24/2009
Gjovik Auto seeks to continue Buick, GMC sales
Petition drive asks GM to reconsider decision; Chevy sales to continue - 9/24/2009
Cuts will balance budget, school board told
Final vote on budget expected Sept. 28 - 9/17/2009
Oswego Board votes to cut 12 staff positions
Administrator: Village will continue to provide 'best services' to residents - 9/17/2009
Oswego panel endorses riverfront project
Plan commission supports Alexander Square rezoning, concept plan - 9/17/2009
Expect Dec. 1 start for Kendall transit service
Oswego, Montgomery not included in county's service area - 9/17/2009
Montgomery rejects request for smaller homes
Amendment to Blackberry Crossing development pact fails when board deadlocks - 9/17/2009
Field of Congressional candidates growing
Republican state lawmaker weighing bid; two Aurora Dems enter race - 9/17/2009
Former Kendall GOP leader joins rep race
Wheeler will challenge incumbent Hatcher, McQuillan in primary - 9/17/2009
Seek OK for downtown Oswego project 95
Plans for $33M development on former lumber yard site up for review - 9/10/2009
Schools to show president's speech today
Student viewing delayed to allow for administrative review - 9/10/2009
Yesteryear for September
9/10/2009
Seek to question EMTs in Vaughn murder case
Judge rejects request for dismissal due to evidence destruction - 9/10/2009
Official: Job cuts to impact Oswego services
Staff will present plan to reduce payroll to village board next Tuesday - 9/10/2009
Just how fire safe is your newer home?
Lightweight construction materials a concern for area firefighters - 9/10/2009
Mediator to join Oswego Police contract talks
Sides 'far apart' on wages, board told - 9/10/2009
Still growing: Schools gain 1,400 students
School representatives tell area official of need for a third high school - 9/3/2009
Oswego may cut up to 15 staffers
9/3/2009
OK contract to resurface Oswego streets
Mill Road, several downtown area streets on MFT program list - 9/3/2009
Foster: Public option for health care 'still viable'
9/3/2009
Library renovation bids 4.5 percent under budget
Bids total $3.8 million; library district board approves contracts - 9/3/2009
Plan to impose Fieldpoint SSA tax endorsed
Montgomery would use funds to repair and maintain detention basin - 9/3/2009
Plan to impose Fieldpoint SSA tax endorsed
Montgomery would use funds to repair and maintain detention basin - 9/3/2009
Another campaign?
Lauzen has yet to decide - 9/3/2009
School advisory panel needs volunteers
Will study ways to deal with high school overcrowding - 8/27/2009
Montgomery Metra, downtown plan in place
Board vote called a first step to securing Park-n-Ride, commuter station - 8/27/2009
Layoffs may be part of Oswego budget cuts
Village staff working to trim $700,000; Board to receive proposal next month - 8/27/2009
Break ground for Oswego Library renovation
Bids came in about 10 percent under $3.9M budget amount, officials told - 8/27/2009
Attorney: Assume records can be viewed by public
Oswego Board updated on FOIA changes - 8/27/2009
Ban video gaming? County not showing its hand
Gaming lobbyist updates board members on new state law - 8/27/2009
School board moves to maintain tax rate
Rate to remain at promised level - 8/27/2009
No federal stimulus funds to hire cops here
Requests from Montgomery, Oswego, Kendall County all turned down - 8/20/2009
Oswego to cut $700,000 from budget
Board vote to reduce water fund transfer prompts action - 8/20/2009
Kendall GOP chairman eyes state rep race
Wheeler may challenge incumbent Hatcher in Republican primary - 8/20/2009
Montgomery facing financial challenges
Annual budget report notes deficits in water, capital improvement funds - 8/20/2009
Rep. Cross makes re-election bid official
House Republican leader rules out running for governor, other offices - 8/20/2009
Dual Language program working, growing
School district board updated on four year-old program - 8/20/2009
School board to try a new way to meet
Board accepts superintendent's proposal to use committee of the whole format - 8/20/2009
School bus driver pact OK'd
Grants two percent wage hikes for drivers, monitors and assistants - 8/13/2009
Seek stimulus funds to hire teachers
Other hires also pending to relieve elementary-level overcrowding - 8/13/2009
New library in Montgomery opens Monday
Facility a dream of village residents and officials that dates back decades - 8/13/2009
School finance manager, assistant principal named
8/13/2009
Baseline Rd. re-alignment work to resume
State expected to award contract for Montgomery project next month - 8/13/2009
Oswego Village Hall also a site for weddings
First couple wed in gazebo donated by local Rotary Club - 8/13/2009
Music that's easy on the ears and earth
Local band releases 'green' album; playing large Chicago venues - 8/13/2009
Kendall official defends handling of tax funds
Says public safety sales tax fund transfers are appropriate - 8/6/2009
Yesteryear
8/6/2009
Housing authority seeks funds to rehab homes
County official has concerns over program's impact on assessments - 8/6/2009
Motorcycles for Montgomery Police? Idea rejected
Board approves purchase of two police squad cars from state program - 8/6/2009
Rental inspection ordinance sparks debate
Oswego Board committees to weigh owners' rights and tenant safety - 8/6/2009
Montgomery panel backs limiting traffic access
Committee rejects full access to former gas station site at Rt. 30, Douglas - 8/6/2009
Montgomery OKs loan for business expansion
Project expected to retain 25 jobs, generate 50 new jobs at Fox River Foods - 8/6/2009
Oswego rejects funding for police station site
Funds to buy extra acres out of bond sale; plan for Woolley Rd. facility in doubt - 7/30/2009
Colleague's newsletter upsets Montgomery Board
Object to lack of disclaimer, charge inaccuracies in Kaczmarek's e-mail publication - 7/30/2009
Montgomery officials back downtown vision
New plan recommends sites for Metra Park-n-Ride, commuter station - 7/30/2009
Debate over Kendall's 911 agency continues
Oswego officials question county proposal for KenCom expansion funding - 7/30/2009
County misdirecting public safety sale tax?
Oswego Police Chief cites transfers into county's general fund - 7/30/2009
Bookstore to locate in old Oswego Village Hall?
Village board hears proposal; village staff seeking updated appraisal - 7/30/2009
Ethan Hastert campaign has raised $80,000
FEC filing shows Republican lagging far behind incumbent Foster - 7/30/2009
Economy down, but homebuilding continues
Oswego, Montgomery issued 74 permits for new single family homes in first half of '09 - 7/23/2009
School board OKs Opportunity School lease
Kendall County Special Ed Co-op program to move into former jr. high - 7/23/2009
Oswego's own 'night court' starts this evening
Ordinance and non-moving traffic violations cases to be heard monthly at village hall - 7/23/2009
Decision on Vasquez interview overturned
Tape made hours after wreck can be used - 7/23/2009
Swap Oswego utility tax for property tax rate hike?
Board receives funding plan for new police station, other capital projects - 7/23/2009
'Mainstream conservative' to challenge Hatcher
McQuillan hits GOP incumbent on abortion stance; wants to 'clean house' in Springfield - 7/23/2009
Seek bids on Hoover Forest Preserve projects
7/23/2009
To build a third high school or not to build?
Public forums planned; referendum coming for operational costs 'no matter what' - 7/16/2009
Not guilty plea entered in Montgomery arson fire
Psychiatric evaluation results awaited - 7/16/2009
Oswego mulls pulling out of 911 system
Funding proposal prompts police chief to investigate other options - 7/16/2009
School administrative staff reorganized
Former Crystal Lake administrator named to finance position - 7/16/2009
Route 30 Bypass at 50:
Once a pet project for a highly controversial Aurora mayor, it relieved traffic congestion and spurred major growth here - 7/16/2009
Contributions allow shelter to re-open
Mutual Ground had to turn away 24 women, 32 children since July 1 - 7/16/2009
Oswego Board tables vote on rental ordinance
Plan forum on measure that would require life-safety inspections - 7/16/2009
Oswego keeps water restrictions in place
Village board votes 5-1 to deny proposal - 7/9/2009
Kendall GOP to stay neutral in state rep. race
House Leader Cross may face two challengers from within own party - 7/9/2009
Park district board approves $16 million budget
Largest expenses from each of the agency's funds listed here - 7/9/2009
Montgomery sign ordinance too restrictive?
Request from local restaurant prompts board call for a review, changes - 7/9/2009
New fire station anticipates more growth
Work on Woolley Road facility about 90% complete; agency officials eye September move-in - 7/9/2009
School district finance chief departs for Batavia position
Monn began career in the Oswego School District as a music teacher - 7/9/2009
Montgomery may allow portable food vendors
Board wants more info, but backs allowing vendors to sell from motorized vehicles - 7/9/2009
Summer youth theater program takes center stage
Park district board receives report on Limelight Theatre Company - 7/9/2009
Seek funding for 911 center
Municipalities, fire protection districts hear proposal - 7/2/2009
A summer of transition for library patrons
Montgomery Library nears completion; Oswego Library to close for renovations - 7/2/2009
Yesteryear
7/2/2009
Third high school location questioned again
Information on Route 126 site posted on school district web site - 7/2/2009
Downtown block for Montgomery Park-n-Ride?
Study recommends property north of Webster St., west of Main St. - 7/2/2009
Kendall County names new assessment chief
Nicoletti will start work July 13 - 7/2/2009
Oswego agency bids to attract golf fans
Visitors Bureau ads tout village, businesses in Solheim Cup publications - 7/2/2009
Judge OKs evaluation for Montgomery arson suspect
7/2/2009
Montgomery water system passed fire test
Board hears report on system's performance during Riva Ridge home fire - 6/25/2009
Oswego rejects Meijer permit request
Retailer sought to locate business in parking lot - 6/25/2009
A last goodbye from departing school chief
Behlow thanks colleagues, school board; wishes O'Donnell success - 6/25/2009
Oswego urged to keep water limits in place
ECO Commission members cite impact on aquifer, other concerns - 6/25/2009
Cross: State funding reform must come first
Calls Dem proposal to implement a 50 percent budget 'diabolical' - 6/25/2009
Randall to seek seventh term as Kendall Sheriff
Notifies county board during discussion on third Oswego School District high school - 6/25/2009
Students have 'heart' for Rush-Copley patients
Eighth graders sew special pillows for those recovering from heart surgery - 6/25/2009
Hearing pending for arson, murder suspect
State's attorney may seek death penalty in Montgomery home fire case - 6/18/2009
State's attorney asks county board for help
Weis says office in desperate need of additional staff - 6/18/2009
Montgomery Campus Library nears completion
Oswego Library District Board members tour facility north of Route 30 - 6/18/2009
Former assessment chief sues county board
Alleges wrongful termination; seeks $500,000 - 6/18/2009
Full-day kindergarten program called a success
Administrators cite financial report, parent survey, student performance - 6/18/2009
School board receives construction report
Addition, remodeling projects underway at OHS, Long Beach, other schools - 6/18/2009
Illinois General Assembly resolution honors Behlow
Cross presents document to outgoing school chief - 6/18/2009
Votes are the 'real numbers' in state budget deadlock
6/11/2009
Yesteryear...
6/11/2009
Oswego to review budget cut proposal
Village staff plan includes limiting summer mosquito spraying - 6/11/2009
Oswego Village Board not ready to plan-yet
Administrator recommends strategic planning session, but unable to set date - 6/11/2009
Sharp differences on Oswego TIF district plan
Decision not to convene review panel prompts end of year-long study - 6/11/2009
Southbury Park will be graded, seeded, board told
Funding secured as part of agreement - 6/11/2009
Total circulation up 16 percent at Oswego Library
District board receives monthly report - 6/11/2009
Study: Oswego needs 'dramatic' water rate hike
Consultant recommends 64 percent rate increase to cover projected shortfall - 6/4/2009
Bond sale OK'd to purchase Boulder Point
Program backed with federal stimulus funds expected to cut park district's cost - 6/4/2009
New Montgomery library on time, under budget
Library district officials anticipate grand opening in August - 6/4/2009
State puts Rt. 34 widening plans on display
Extra lanes along highway from Orchard Road west to Yorkville likely years away - 6/4/2009
Park board approves $1.8 million bond sale
Proceeds will fund a number of capital projects over next three years - 6/4/2009
Montgomery approves mosquito control contract
Service will include four community-wide sprayings this summer - 6/4/2009
Montgomery Village Hall an award winner
New municipal center recognized in contest sponsored by the Chicago Building Congress - 6/4/2009
Metra station, Rts. 30, 71 in capital bill
If governor signs legislation, long-awaited projects will receive funding - 5/28/2009
School building projects progressing
Expansions well underway at OHS, other schools - 5/28/2009
Ledger-Sentinel reporter wins national press award
5/28/2009
Montgomery OKs Comcast franchise pact
Board member criticizes firm's basic channel offerings - 5/28/2009
Group's goal: Catalogue historic Kendall buildings
Commission seeking to develop database of all pre-World War II structures - 5/28/2009
Local lawmakers split on capital bill funding
Hatcher, Lauzen supported local projects, but opposed funding bill - 5/28/2009
School superintendent faced challenges
Behlow led Oswego School District through unprecedented growth spurt - 5/28/2009
Plan grand opening for county equestrian center
Rain has slowed some work, but ribbon cutting set for July 11 at Rt. 52 facility - 5/28/2009
Tentative school budget now on display
Anticipates 619 more students, increased insurance costs, drop in property tax receipts - 5/21/2009
Report notes rise in Oswego retail thefts
More stores have meant more work for village police - 5/21/2009
LeClercq on Oswego budget: 'Sky is not falling'
Awaits staff recommendations on cutbacks; reserve to cover shortfall - 5/21/2009
Oswego civic leader now heads Fox Metro
Detzler elected wastewater treatment agency's board president - 5/21/2009
Officials updated on 'state of the counties'
Kendall, Kane, DeKalb representatives note changes due to economy - 5/21/2009
School board may change committee meetings
Plan to hold committee of the whole meetings under consideration - 5/21/2009
Oswego Fourth of July fireworks in doubt
Village could cut funding after current contract expires in two years - 5/21/2009
Third high school plans questioned
School district's growth committee receives update - 5/14/2009
Oswego feeling budget pinch as revenues fall
Village staff reviewing new fiscal year budget for cuts - 5/14/2009
Planner: Rt. 126 bad site for third high school
School board urged to delay construction decision until fall enrollment report - 5/14/2009
Montgomery cable TV channel? Opinions vary
Board vote expected on new franchise agreement with Comcast - 5/14/2009
Total cost for last month's local election: $136,321
With a scant 12.8 percent voter turnout, cost per ballot cast was $16.49 - 5/14/2009
Oswego Village Board cautioned on e-mail use
'Don't put anything in writing you don't want a judge to see,' board advised - 5/14/2009
Development agency trims funding request
Oswego will maintain financial support for OEDC at previous years' level - 5/14/2009
Potential school budget cuts reviewed
15 possible ways to cut up to $1.4M, school board advised - 5/7/2009
One confirmed swine flu case in Kendall Co.
Health officials continue to call for common sense measures to fight virus spread - 5/7/2009
Students back in class as schools re-open
Swine flu concerns prompted closures - 5/7/2009
Plan remodeling work at East View Elementary
District official recommends seeking contractor bids this June - 5/7/2009
Fewer capital projects in park district budget
Employee wages also frozen as agency looks to limit expenses - 5/7/2009
Plano area led county in April election turnout
Oswego Township's Light Rd. precinct had lowest percentage turnout - 5/7/2009
Forest preserve board discusses future spending
Agency has spent $36 million to acquire 1,026 acres of land since 2007 - 5/7/2009
Yesteryear...
5/7/2009
Decision looms on third high school
School board committee reviews project plans, timeline - 4/30/2009
Park district to buy Boulder Point building
Agency has leased former auto dealership on Rt. 25 since 2005 - 4/30/2009
'Imperative to the future of our businesses'
Letter to area lawmakers urges support for Orchard Road widening - 4/30/2009
Tea Party remarks disturbed park board president
Mattingly: Old Rt. Route 34 bridge was donated to park district - 4/30/2009
Plan 'mid to late May'
mailing for tax bills - 4/30/2009
Oswego Library to gain more space for parking
Library district to buy auto repair shop property at Rts. 25-34 - 4/30/2009
Oswego Chamber chief likes the short commute
Hatcher's career as an advocate for business spans decades, several states - 4/30/2009
No wage hikes for school administrators
Salary freeze expected to save district $250,000 for next school year - 4/23/2009
Mad about taxes? There are ways you can channel that anger
4/23/2009
Domestic violence cases up in some areas
Survey shows that rate of reported cases holding steady in most of Kendall Co. - 4/23/2009
Orchard Road widening work ahead
Contract awarded; expect construction to begin next month and last until fall - 4/23/2009
Change not on the menu in school cafeterias
School board approves new multi-year contract with long-time vendor - 4/23/2009
Hundreds join Oswego tax day 'Tea Party'
Area leaders among those to speak out against government spending - 4/23/2009
49 cases of chicken pox reported here last year
Health department chief presents annual report to county board - 4/23/2009
Oswego continuing down path of change
Village president anticipates new emphasis on fiscal restraint, accountability - 4/16/2009
Montgomery officials mull water rate hike
Village would increase rates to pay off loans for capital projects - 4/16/2009
School board OKs issuing $6.5 million in tax warrants
Will cover costs while district awaits property tax payments from counties - 4/16/2009
Montgomery seeks stimulus funds for cops
Village seeking to fill three vacant police officer positions - 4/16/2009
Oswego also seeking funds for more officers
4/16/2009
Proposed Oswego TIF district questioned
Consultant, attorney for village present information during public forum - 4/16/2009
Unemployed face myriad of challenges
State: 5,345 out of work in Kendall County as of February - 4/16/2009
Missouri educator named new school chief
From start of selection process, O'Donnell was board's unanimous choice - 4/9/2009
Surge in Kendall County divorces
Attorney cites financial reasons as major factor - 4/9/2009
Scaramuzzi top vote getter in school race
Behrens, Cullick, Pasteris also win terms - 4/9/2009
Sollinger, Volpe, Lawson win Oswego Board race
Incumbents Rock and West out - 4/9/2009
Montgomery voters elect two incumbents, newcomer
4/9/2009
YESTERYEAR
4/9/2009
Foster seeking to shift Prairie Parkway funding
Congressman wants instead to 'beef up' existing area highways - 4/9/2009
School candidates speak out
Budget, third high school among issue at forum - 4/2/2009
Federal funds targeted for Douglas Road
Montgomery planning to use stimulus money for resurfacing this year - 4/2/2009
'Not much hope in that letter'
UAW officials react to latest Caterpillar job cuts - 4/2/2009
Want to learn about TIF districts? Oswego sets meetings
Village to host three informational sessions beginning next Thursday at village hall - 4/2/2009
Montgomery Library Campus taking shape
'We're on schedule, within budget,' library board told during recent tour - 4/2/2009
Taxes, economy issues at candidate forum
But Montgomery Board candidates find plenty of common ground - 4/2/2009
Lawsuits filed in effort to stop Prairie Parkway
4/2/2009
Oswego movie tax on hold for now
Board delays vote pending further discussion - 3/26/2009
Search narrows for Metra Park-n-Ride site
Consultants for Montgomery eye downtown locations along BNSF tracks - 3/26/2009
Sharp rise noted in drug overdoses, suicides
Coroner: Prescription drugs a cause in some overdose cases - 3/26/2009
State's attorney: County did not violate Open Meetings Act
Board members attended Tollway meeting - 3/26/2009
Oswego approves new budget in split ballot
No village residents come forward to question or offer comments prior to vote - 3/26/2009
Montgomery ordinance holds line on wages
Board reviews no increase salary schedule - 3/26/2009
County Food Pantry director clarifies remarks
Says Yorkville facilities will remain viable for donors and those in need - 3/26/2009
Food pantry clients double
Aurora foundation funds helps keep facility open - 3/19/2009
Safety at meetings a county board concern
Board members discuss, disagree on need for security measures - 3/19/2009
Community Math Night adds up for parents
Students and teachers demonstrate district's new elementary curriculum - 3/19/2009
Six Montgomery staff members laid off
Proposed general fund budget also freezes wages for non-union workers - 3/19/2009
Oswego, Oswego East high students honored
Board recognizes students for band, choir, bowling and wrestling achievements - 3/19/2009
Montgomery re-affirms policy on overdue developer bills
Will halt reviews until late payments made - 3/19/2009
School board honors Oswego's chief exec
Adams hailed as 'servant leader' - 3/19/2009
A step closer on local Metra station
Mayors huddle with Rep. Cross, Metra chief; engineering work started - 3/12/2009
A promise kept on school district taxes
School board approves abatement; hold line on $5.06 rate - 3/12/2009
Survey: Parents like full-day kindergarten
97 percent would recommend new program to others, board told - 3/12/2009
Plans for public transit service taking shape
County now seeking matching funds from municipalities to help cover service cost - 3/12/2009
Oswego adds to future police station site
Village board votes 4-1 to buy acreage next to Woolley Road site - 3/12/2009
Oswego extends agreement with tourism bureau
Village board approves three year pact in split 4-1 ballot - 3/12/2009
New signals coming to Rt. 25-Mill St., intersection
Montgomery Board OKs pact with state - 3/12/2009
Search narrows for new school superintendent
Board receives names of five candidates; interviews pending - 3/5/2009
Stimulus funds boost weatherization program
3/5/2009
Economy puts pinch on park district budget
One staffer laid off as agency officials look to trim more for new fiscal year - 3/5/2009
School board updated on NCLB Act efforts
District did not meet 'adequate' progress goals for Special Ed, limited English students - 3/5/2009
Montgomery landscape law hindering business?
Village board members express concerns, question consultants' bill - 3/5/2009
Workshop a learning opportunity for candidates
School district officials detail board's role, challenges ahead - 3/5/2009
Yesteryear
3/5/2009
School board faces tough budget choices
District could be faced with $9M deficit within two years - 2/26/2009
Big surge in Kendall County foreclosures
1,218 filed last year with county; 238 filed since Jan. 1 - 2/26/2009
Kendall GOP: Fix roads before Prairie Parkway
2/26/2009
Report notes need for third high school
Oswego School District Board accepts advisory committee's report - 2/26/2009
Expect fall start for Baseline Road project
Road will be re-aligned east of Wal-Mart shopping center in Montgomery - 2/26/2009
Development agency asks for extra funding
Recession has cost OEDC dues paying members, board told - 2/26/2009
Oswego crafts budget in 'unprecedented times'
Recession has officials looking to defer projects, curb spending - 2/26/2009
Route 30 targeted for federal stimulus funds
Resurfacing between Rt. 47 and Orchard Rd. in Montgomery on 'shovel ready' list - 2/19/2009
Propose increase in driver's education fee
Other student fees would remain unchanged from current school year - 2/19/2009
Proposed Oswego budget limits wage hikes
Includes funds for individual merit raises Jan. 1, but not cost-of-living increases - 2/19/2009
Panel's goal: More lanes for Orchard Rd.
Montgomery committee seeking to assist county, property owner efforts - 2/19/2009
Report: Schools have saved on energy costs
Natural gas, electric savings estimated at nearly $2.6M since '04 - 2/19/2009
Montgomery official won't run as a write-in
Bumped off ballot, Mattingly decides to 'take a respite from public service' - 2/19/2009
New Oswego plan supports downtown TIF district
Would provide 'long term funding mechanism' for infrastructure projects - 2/19/2009
Kindergarten enrollment key to school space needs
Growth committee to present findings to school board - 2/12/2009
Push back vote on proposed Oswego TIF district
LeClercq says vote will come after election; public forums planned next month - 2/12/2009
Montgomery issued two new home permits in January
2/12/2009
Winter's deep freeze takes toll on water lines
Homes near Oswego's downtown without water service for several days - 2/12/2009
School district will hire just seven new teachers
Board approves staffing request - 2/12/2009
School board OKs lease for former junior high
Traughber to become site for village senior center; additional tenants - 2/12/2009
County board warned of major revenue shortfall
Expected drop in property taxes from new construction may lead to cuts - 2/12/2009
Park district adapting to economy
Offering more programs on pay-as-you-go basis - 2/5/2009
Caterpillar layoffs were 'known possibility'
500 workers laid off Friday follow 140 who lost jobs at local plant in December - 2/5/2009
Local lawmakers react to Blagojevich ouster
Senators Holmes, Lauzen joined in unanimous vote to impeach - 2/5/2009
Did Kendall Board violate Open Meetings Act?
Did Kendall Board violate Open Meetings Act? - 2/5/2009
No free ride on proposed Kendall County highway?
Tollway officials considering plan to make Prairie Parkway a toll road - 2/5/2009
New home starts fell as recession set in
Number of new home permits issued dropped in Kendall by 66% last year - 2/5/2009
Oswego Village Board accepts budget report
Finance director cites village's 'very sound financial footing' - 2/5/2009
End of an era at East View
Use as a traditional elementary school will end this year - 1/29/2009
Another familiar face back on school board
Board votes 4-2 to appoint Kluessendorf to fill Young's seat - 1/29/2009
Oswego will continue downtown TIF study
Board splits on whether to have consultants continue work - 1/29/2009
Montgomery Board hears good economic news
MEDC official notes multiple new business openings in final quarter - 1/29/2009
School district closer on traffic signals at OHS
Board votes to hire consultants for long-planned Rt. 71 project - 1/29/2009
Oswego OKs purchase of west side tower site
Well and tower will be built off Tuscany Trail, just north of BNSF Railway tracks - 1/29/2009
Area state lawmakers hopeful on capital bill
Cross likes bills chances, but notes funding source uncertain - 1/29/2009
Cullick new school district board president
Army decision prompts Young to step down from board - 1/22/2009
Downtown graffiti prompts Oswego Police action
Police step up patrols and deploy surveillance cameras - 1/22/2009
Residents can have their say on new school chief
Consultants to host public forum at Oswego East next Thursday - 1/22/2009
First vote not one Hatcher anticipated
New state representative casts ballot to impeach governor - 1/22/2009
Move to dismiss chief county tax assessor
Split county board votes against re-appointing Thompson - 1/22/2009
Comment sought on Yorkville emergency center
Rush-Copley seeks to expand facilities; Valley West Hospital objects - 1/22/2009
Montgomery Campus an '08 library district highlight
Will start renovations in downtown Oswego library later this year - 1/22/2009
Close East View School for one year?
Students would be shifted to new school while life-safety work is completed - 1/15/2009
Firm hired for school chief search
Consultants will seek input from focus groups - 1/15/2009
Consultant to study Oswego water rates
Study will be completed amidst a growing deficit in the village's water fund - 1/15/2009
State budget bills would cost local government
Montgomery officials estimate potential revenue loss at $419,000 - 1/15/2009
'He violated his trust to the people of the state'
GOP House Leader Cross explains vote on Blago impeachment - 1/15/2009
Candidate: Ballot challenge about following the rules
Kaczmarek says he may appeal Montgomery Electoral Board decision - 1/15/2009
Fundamentals apply for new Kendall chairman
Vickery stressing fiscal conservativism as budget pressures mount - 1/15/2009
Consultants interviewed for school chief search
School board vote to hire firm could come next Monday - 1/8/2009
Montgomery incumbent knocked off April ballot
Electoral board rules Mattingly failed to number petition pages - 1/8/2009
First came the snow, then the Arctic blast
Next week marks the 30th anniversary of blizzard '79 - 1/8/2009
Schools work to boost partnerships, test scores
Officials look to mission statement, strategic plan as homebuilding in district slowed - 1/8/2009
Newborn didn't want to miss start of 2009
Son of Fox Chase Elementary teacher arrived Jan. 1, weeks early - 1/8/2009
Living within budget still a Montgomery goal
Austerity measures begun in '08 will continue in new year - 1/8/2009
West side tower, well top Oswego's project list
Village president wants village to be 'infrastructure ready' for potential Fed funds - 1/8/2009
No break from Old Man Winter
Snow, ice storms increase demand for costly road salt - 1/1/2009
Landfill appeal no surprise for county officials
But board members still split on Waste Management's proposal - 1/1/2009
School board updated on building projects
Total budget for 15 construction projects tops $173 million - 1/1/2009
Award contracts for OHS renovations
Budget includes funds to repaint hallways, replace gym bleachers - 1/1/2009
School board reviews walking hazard areas
Request to add two areas in Oswego OK'd - 1/1/2009
Honored for launching 'Hoops for Healing'
School board recognizes Watson, others for work on annual benefit tourney - 1/1/2009
8 from '08: Stories that captured headlines
1/1/2009
No public comment on school property tax levy
$122M levy unanimously approved after short public hearing - 12/25/2008
Park board OKs $5.8 million tax levy
Two cent rate hike expected; actual rate may be less - 12/25/2008
Montgomery sign law too restrictive?
Village board supports review - 12/25/2008
Oswego Board votes to retain auditors in split vote
Board majority accepts recommendation from village's finance chief - 12/25/2008
Behlow's colleagues in government will miss him
Officials praise outgoing superintendent for leadership skills during tough time - 12/25/2008
Advice to area motorists: Slow down
Oswego public works chief discusses snow removal procedures - 12/25/2008
LeClercq: Oswego-run fire dept. wouldn't make sense
Village president, fire district board president react to Ledger-Sentinel letters - 12/25/2008
School chief accepts new job
Behlow named North Shore school superintendent; will leave July 1 - 12/18/2008
Cross: Guv could still make Senate appointment
Special election bid 'pretty much dead' - 12/18/2008
School board now has full compliment of members
Former Board President Guinnane sworn-in to vacant seat - 12/18/2008
Demand for Metra growing with population
Consultant cites ridership increase during Montgomery workshop - 12/18/2008
Students, teachers respond to school's Giving Tree
More leaving gifts to help Long Beach School's neediest families - 12/18/2008
Montgomery Chamber president to step down
Sutcliff worked to establish fledgling agency a decade ago - 12/18/2008
Fed flood funds sought for Farnsworth Home
Preservation Council hopes to repair landmark building this winter - 12/18/2008
School board chooses Guinnane
Selection now under review by regional school superintendent - 12/11/2008
Cross calls for Blagojevich's resignation
GOP House leader also seeks immediate impeachment hearings - 12/11/2008
Lawsuit against county dept. head dismissed
Federal judge rules plaintiff failed to produce sufficient evidence - 12/11/2008
Attorneys: Home Rule gives Oswego 'greater flexibility'
Few residents attend first of three public info meetings on village's new status - 12/11/2008
Montgomery Village Board news briefs...
$1.8M property tax levy OK'd in unanimous vote - 12/11/2008
Church worked to bring county board together
Retiring chairman's tenure began 14 years ago amidst an earlier board split - 12/11/2008
County board spars over committee assignments
New chairman's selections raise issue of fairness for dissenters - 12/11/2008
Panel agrees: Don't rush to build jr. highs
Committee concludes district shouldn't need a new junior high for at least five years - 12/4/2008
Plaintiff in civil rights suit guilty in traffic stop case
12/4/2008
Public input sought on Montgomery Park-n-Ride
Village officials, consultants host planning workshop next Tuesday at village hall - 12/4/2008
No decision yet on school board appointee
Board agrees to continue discussion over two finalists next Monday - 12/4/2008
Montgomery Library campus takes shape
Board also reviews remodeling, renovations plans for Oswego Library - 12/4/2008
Anne Vickery will lead Kendall County Board
Veteran board member elected chairman in split ballot - 12/4/2008
Filing starts Monday for Montgomery candidates
Petition filing period for village president, clerk, board candidates ends Dec. 15 - 12/4/2008
LeClercq lobbies for Wolf's Rd., Metra funds
Takes three day road trip to meet with lawmakers, staffers on Capitol Hill - 11/27/2008
Buses will continue to stop at Oswego Park-n-Ride
Board OKs pact with Pace; official suggests review of future service options - 11/27/2008
How Obama became first Dem to win Kendall
Candidate captured votes in newer subdivisions and some older areas, precinct results show - 11/27/2008
Veterans honored on their day in local schools
Instead of a day off school, students learn about vets and their service - 11/27/2008
Oswego East posters a reminder of big goals
Oswego East posters a reminder of big goals - 11/27/2008
Oswego tax levy up 11%; but rate drop expected
11/27/2008
Proposed Montgomery tax levy shows 5.5% increase
Officials expect rate to remain unchanged - 11/27/2008
School board picks finalists for vacant seat
Applicant interviews, board decision expected Dec. 1 - 11/20/2008
School board incumbents plan to seek re-election
11/20/2008
Montgomery water rates likely to rise Jan. 1
Increase previously recommended in water system study; board vote pending - 11/20/2008
Oswego's official population put at 29,012
Village expects $1.2 million in extra revenues annually as a result of special census - 11/20/2008
Growth has made school district a big business
District employs 1,500, educates nearly 15,000 students, residents told - 11/20/2008
Government increasingly a female domain
Women a new majority on Kendall County Board; hold local state rep. positions - 11/20/2008
Lindner carried on family tradition of service
Retiring Republican looks back on 16 year career in Springfield - 11/20/2008
Cross for governor?
Web site touts House GOP Leader for state's top job - 11/13/2008
School district gained 635 students
Growth rate under earlier projections; zero to slow growth rate now anticipated - 11/13/2008
Board updated on school closing procedures
Decision will be made by 5:30 a.m.; parents to receive notice via phone system - 11/13/2008
Initiatives producing results at OHS, board told
Test scores and graduation rate on rise; suspensions decline - 11/13/2008
Election results a step towards real democracy here?
Kendall County appears closer to having two viable political parties - 11/13/2008
Oswego sets dates for Home Rule info meetings
Attorneys will explain impact of village's new status under state law - 11/13/2008
Split county board approves hotel loan
Members disagrees on Timber Creek Inn's viability in granting $750,000 loan - 11/13/2008
Democrats make history here, too
Montgomery resident the party's first candidate elected to county office - 11/6/2008
Rep. Foster: Dems must now govern responsibly
11/6/2008
Market down, but assessments still up
Most Kendall County property owners will see increases on change notices - 11/6/2008
Hatcher, Cross local Republican winners
11/6/2008
Gillette prevails in balloting for county clerk
11/6/2008
Election one of 'firsts' for Kendall County
11/6/2008
Student voters also favored Obama over McCain
Democrat wins majority of mock elections in area schools - 11/6/2008
New residents boost local party ranks
Kendall Republicans, Democrats in 'get out the vote' push before election - 10/30/2008
September home sales up in Kendall County
But sales down statewide 8.7 percent - 10/30/2008
Sales tax revenues give Oswego budget a boost
More shoppers turning to village's lower priced stores, official suggests - 10/30/2008
Kendall Dems missed financial report deadline
Party could face possible state fine - 10/30/2008
School officials pleased with test results
Student math scores up; more than 85 percent at or exceeding state standards - 10/30/2008
Montgomery meeting one for the local history books
Committee presides over last public gathering at soon to be old village hall - 10/30/2008
Three elementary schools will be expanded
School officials pleased as bids come in $380,000 under budget - 10/30/2008
Park board passes on training class; cite cost concerns
10/30/2008
Officials note road salt price disparity
Oswego may pay almost twice as much as Montgomery - 10/23/2008
Follow the money: Candidates list contributions
GOP House Leader Cross top local recipient; Hatcher leads Dem opponent - 10/23/2008
Foster leads Oberweis in contributions
10/23/2008
School district adds Rt. 126 farm parcel to inventory
School district adds Rt. 126 farm parcel to inventory - 10/23/2008
More than 1,100 have voted early in Oswego
Most county residents can cast ballots at village hall, county office building through Oct. 30 - 10/23/2008
Wood resigns Oswego School District Board seat
Cites need to devote more time to running Joliet business - 10/23/2008
Kendall County Board news briefs...
Set date for vote on Lisbon Twp. landfill application - 10/23/2008
Early voting a hit in Oswego
Voters turnout to cast ballots at new village hall - 10/16/2008
Ledger-Sentinel wins nine state press awards
Staff earns honors for news coverage, sports columns, design and photography - 10/16/2008
Montgomery facing leaner economic times
Finance committee discusses limiting hires to save funds - 10/16/2008
Montgomery officials want developer to pay up
Discuss options to spur payment of $386,000 - 10/16/2008
Montgomery to gain from tower lease pact
Village could net in excess of $600,000 - 10/16/2008
No rush to sell old village hall, adjoining buildings
Oswego staff expected to make recommendations to board early next year - 10/16/2008
Friends, colleagues remember Wes Gross
Former board member, businessman hailed as a strong advocate for Oswego - 10/16/2008
Board advised: Don't rush high school expansion
Committee's recommendation accepted; more studies authorized - 10/9/2008
Sheriff stands by request for more deputies
Randall says department is still trying to catch up with county's population growth - 10/9/2008
Voters can cast their ballots starting Tuesday
Early voting offered at Oswego Village Hall, county office building through Oct. 30 - 10/9/2008
Kaneland teacher strike would impact Montgomery's Foxmoor students
10/9/2008
New construction boosts Kendall County tax base
But county board member warns of 'serious hit' due to economic downturn - 10/9/2008
School board gets lesson in Character Counts
Official: Program providing students, parents, teachers a 'common language' - 10/9/2008
Brown lawns are beautiful, planning group told
Official explains need for increased water conservation efforts - 10/9/2008
Kendall home sales up slightly
Median August prices about $27,000 less than July - 10/2/2008
School board to receive growth recommendation
Committee backs annual enrollment reviews based on economic outlook - 10/2/2008
Library district board approves new tax levy
Seek $5.5 million in property taxes - 10/2/2008
New youth center combination of two dreams
South Point the result of joint effort by school and park districts - 10/2/2008
Park district 'Best of the Best' for South Point
Agency wins cooperation award for project - 10/2/2008
Oswego attorney: Ethics changes go above, beyond
Officials, staffers now required to sign annual disclosure forms - 10/2/2008
Hire manager for forest district equestrian center
Agency officials planning spring opening for southern Kendall County facility - 10/2/2008
Panel: Don't rush high school expansion
Agree that decision on third high school or East addition can wait - 9/25/2008
Friends, classmates, and now teachers
Four Oswego High School grads return to local classrooms - 9/25/2008
Judge impounds Vaughn files
Next court hearing set for Oct. 17 - 9/25/2008
Wait continues for start of Route 25 bridge work
9/25/2008
Cuts made, school board adopts new budget
Administrator responds to board request to eliminate earlier deficit - 9/25/2008
Oswego plans meetings on home rule powers
LeClercq proposes three informational sessions later this fall - 9/25/2008
Montgomery Village Board news briefs...
Approve plans for Burger King at Rt. 30, Orchard Rd. - 9/25/2008
Area drying out after heavy rains, flooding
Steady, two-day downpour led to local road closures, limited damage - 9/18/2008
Montgomery Board backs plan to sell old village hall
Agree senior center renovations too costly - 9/18/2008
Bigger high schools or third high school?
Opinions aired at school district growth committee meeting - 9/18/2008
Residents complain of being 'taxed out of their homes'
Grande Park homeowners launch letter writing campaign, seek assessment cut - 9/18/2008
Proposed school district education costs listed
Administrators detail program expenses during board work session - 9/18/2008
School board asks for cuts to trim budget deficit
Need to hire extra staff, reduction in builder fee revenues cited - 9/18/2008
Taller buildings near Oswego's riverfront?
Multi-story buildings discussed during public forum on new downtown plan - 9/18/2008
Home starts down, but enrollment still up
712 more students showed up for class when schools opened - 9/11/2008
28,929 now call Oswego their hometown
Village's population has more than doubled since 2000, census shows - 9/11/2008
New Montgomery Village Hall opening schedule set
Community open house planned for Oct. 25, dedication ceremony Nov. 1 - 9/11/2008
County's 911 agency outgrowing space
Emergency calls, demand for dispatchers growing with population - 9/11/2008
No campaign mud-slinging in Kendall County?
GOP leaders, candidates sign pledge; Dem leader voices support - 9/11/2008
GOP, Dem leaders offer convention impressions
Wheeler a GOP alternate delegate; Sutcliff says Dems 'fired up' - 9/11/2008
One glitch and recess later, electronic voting works
School board tries out new system - 9/11/2008
High gas prices hit senior meal programs
Fewer volunteering to make deliveries to those in need - 9/4/2008
Schools showing improvement under plan
More students meeting or exceeding state standards, board told - 9/4/2008
School construction projects finished on time
Returning teachers, students found 'everything looked great,' board told - 9/4/2008
Montgomery sign ordinance a detriment?
Some village board members believe regulations hindering small businesses - 9/4/2008
To help improve lake, park board asks for fertilizer ban
Restriction would have positive benefit on entire watershed, agency officials say - 9/4/2008
Montgomery Library campus 'progressing,' board told
Foundation footings in place; contractors aim to have building enclosed before winter - 9/4/2008
Renovate old jail? Board told liability an issue
County board again discusses fate of historic Yorkville building - 9/4/2008
School growth panel continues fact-finding
Recommendation pending on high school enrollments - 8/28/2008
Montgomery says 'no' to waste hauler's fee request
Officials cite rising costs for residents in rejecting 55 cent fuel recovery fee - 8/28/2008
Designate representative for school board election
Voters will elect four candidates next April - 8/28/2008
School board OKs electronic voting on trial basis
Some board members continue to favor traditional voice voting - 8/28/2008
A supporting role for current Oswego Police station?
Rt. 34 facility could be used for 'secondary functions,' village board told - 8/28/2008
Sections of seven Oswego streets will be resurfaced
Montgomery firm awarded contract - 8/28/2008
Late planting season to yield late harvest?
Kendall County farmers expecting to bring in crops a few weeks later than usual - 8/28/2008
School district conduct code expanded
Board votes to adopt policy that affects students in all extracurricular activities - 8/21/2008
Advisory vote on concealed guns set
County board puts referendum on November ballot - 8/21/2008
SA: Closed meeting appeared to violate act
But Weis finds Oswego Village Board took steps to 'cure any violation' - 8/21/2008
School lunch prices increased four percent
More than 1.2 million meals were served in Oswego School District cafeterias last year - 8/21/2008
School board resolution opposes EJ&E take over
Canadian National acquisition would have 'direct impact on us,' board told - 8/21/2008
No changes for new Lakewood Creek gym
Citing cost and other issues, school board chooses to stay with original plan - 8/21/2008
Montgomery facing budget challenges, panel told
Auditor says village will continue to feel impact of private sector economic downturn - 8/21/2008
Kendall's Hispanic population booms
Percentage increase largest in Illinois since 2000 - 8/14/2008
Amend Oswego's solid waste contract?
Village official would like residents to be able to purchase rather than rent garbage carts - 8/14/2008
Electronic or voice votes? School board undecided
8/14/2008
Weeds, algae strangling lake, officials told
Park district, consultants discuss options to improve Lake Bartlett - 8/14/2008
Summer school session successful, board told
Assistant principal views low numbers of students in program as a good sign - 8/14/2008
Oswego receives ethics code amendment
Change would add disclosure provision for family members with financial stake with vendors - 8/14/2008
Service project complete
School district's leaders' team helps spruce up Lyon Farm - 8/14/2008
A third high school?
School committee weighs options; await sixth day enrollment figures - 8/7/2008
Foreclosures mean more work for villages
Oswego, Montgomery code enforcement officials seek to keep lawns cut at vacant homes - 8/7/2008
Hold line on driver's education fee
8/7/2008
Teens in small Oswego park prompt complaints
Neighbors, visitors report rowdy behavior at Village Green; police step up presence - 8/7/2008
Fate of old Kendall County jail discussed
Vacant building's deteriorating condition a concern - 8/7/2008
Plans shape up for 'Rolling on the River' bike ride
8/7/2008
Money magazine ranks Kendall No. 2 in job growth
8/7/2008
Cross: Capital bill effort not dead yet
Says lawmakers would try again if special session is called - 7/31/2008
Work to start soon on Route 25 bridge
Highway will remain open during construction - 7/31/2008
Montgomery rejects Walgreens sign request
Board cites traffic safety concerns for rejecting electronic, flashing sign - 7/31/2008
Foster: Technology hampers border fence
Freshman Congressman met with border patrol officials during recent tour - 7/31/2008
Park board delays vote on EJ&E resolution
Plainfield seeking local agency's support in opposing acquisition by CN - 7/31/2008
Pick consultants for Metra Park-n-Ride study
Montgomery staff recommends Evanston-based firm to lead study team - 7/31/2008
Montgomery declines foundation permit request
Village board wants long-time local developer to complete review process - 7/31/2008
A way to save on gas?
Oswego might permit golf carts on local streets - 7/24/2008
Coroner's jury rules drowning an accident
Teens were playing in Fox River - 7/24/2008
OHS addition bids called a 'home run'
Total cost well under school board's $30 million cap - 7/24/2008
School committee mulls third high school
Growth panel reviews operating expenses, enrollment predictions - 7/24/2008
Engineering firm retention sparks Oswego debate
Village board members disagree over conflict of interest - 7/24/2008
Montgomery school will grow again
School board OKs budget for second Lakewood Creek addition - 7/24/2008
Oswego buys hybrid vehicle for police chief
Vehicle replaces 'gas hog' SUV confiscated from drunk driver - 7/24/2008
Report: Underage alcohol arrests up in Oswego
'07 crash prompted 'very aggressive' response by village police department - 7/17/2008
Kendall DUIs up 50% from 2004 to 2006
Police cite population growth as factor - 7/17/2008
Cite 'cooperative effort' at library ground-breaking
Library, Montgomery officials look forward to facility's '09 opening - 7/17/2008
Sugar Grove, Oswego firefighters share station
Sugar Grove crews also answering calls from Montgomery Station No. 3 - 7/17/2008
No surprise: Homebuilding here way down
Oswego, Montgomery have issued about half as many permits for first six month of '08 - 7/17/2008
Will high cost of gas deter Kendall homebuyers?
Officials offer views on the impact $4 per gallon gas will have on housing market - 7/17/2008
Name new Lakewood Creek School principal
7/17/2008
Missing three year-old safe at home
Fox Metro staffer who located Ryan Flake joined search after hearing radio report - 7/10/2008
Montgomery Library Campus ground-breaking set
Ceremony Saturday on site north of Route 30, west of Ogden Hill center - 7/10/2008
Goal: Lure businesses to Orchard Road
OEDC plan notes benefits, challenges of developing corridor - 7/10/2008
Residents helping police track speeders
Graduates of Oswego's Citizen Police Academy running radar in neighborhoods - 7/10/2008
'I do feel like I've grown a lot'
Brian LeClercq looks back, ahead after one year as Oswego village president - 7/10/2008
State's attorney calls, Oswego opens meeting
July 1 closed session was planned to interview engineering consultants - 7/10/2008
Courthouse expansion project on schedule
Visitors urged to check changing traffic patterns on county's web site - 7/10/2008
A big plan for downtown Oswego
Commercial, residential buildings envisioned for former lumber yard site - 7/3/2008
School growth panel presents initial report
Chairman: Group's goal is to propose framework for growth decisions - 7/3/2008
Cross: Capital bill had funds for local projects
Oswego Metra station, Routes 30, 71 and 47 would have received funding - 7/3/2008
Busy night, morning for Montgomery Firefighters
Rochester Dr. plant evacuated following chemical spill; respond to truck rollover - 7/3/2008
Oswego will respond to Open Meetings complaint
Kendall County State's Attorney investigating Dec. 10 meeting - 7/3/2008
Balanced park district budget approved
No public comment offered during hearing prior to board vote - 7/3/2008
Farming challenge: 'Every year it's a gamble'
Rains, cool conditions served to slow planting this season - 7/3/2008
Recover teen's body at Yorkville dam
Discovery ends intensive search of Fox River - 6/26/2008
Racing river current hampered search effort
6/26/2008
A TIF district for downtown Oswego?
Designation could provide funds to spur re-development projects - 6/26/2008
Oswego School Board OKs Everyday Math
Program approved in 6-1 vote after board hears further testimony - 6/26/2008
Montgomery officials honor retiring building director
Building boom marked Brophy's tenure - 6/26/2008
Study: Oswego needs larger police station
Consultant recommends two structure design concept - 6/26/2008
Kendall County Board news briefs...
Next landfill hearings will start in September - 6/26/2008
School budget anticipates 800 more students
Funds to open Southbury, new Traughber and hire 45 additional staff also included - 6/19/2008
Oswego panel to review public access TV decision
Oswego panel to review public access TV decision - 6/19/2008
Official accepts responsibility for property tax bill misprint
Web site address for online payments incorrect - 6/19/2008
Oswego won't enforce sod, seeding ban until July 1
6/19/2008
Open 110 bids for Montgomery Library campus
Low bids total $5.2 million; library district officials pleased - 6/19/2008
Retiring drama teacher takes one more bow
Along with his wife, Donna, Dave Barnes built respected OHS theater program, shaped lives - 6/19/2008
Yorkville pact, retail boom among Montgomery highlights
Village staff presents annual fiscal year report to village board - 6/19/2008
Officials: Bid climate favorable for Montgomery library project
90 contractors or reps attend meeting - 6/12/2008
A first step towards an Oswego senior center?
Village seeking meeting to discuss facility with school, township officials - 6/12/2008
Oswego Village Hall a landmark for generations?
Former village officials, architect reflect on efforts to construct new municipal center - 6/12/2008
School construction costs below estimates
District nine percent under initial goal for seven projects - 6/12/2008
School building closing a time for reflection
Young and old attend ceremony at Traughber; leave their prints on the wall - 6/12/2008
OEDC costs paying off for Oswego, board told
Agency's executive director cites dramatic rise in sales tax revenues - 6/12/2008
Propose gated community at Hideaway campground
County board questions initial plans - 6/12/2008
54 paramedic/firefighters sworn-in for duty
Ceremony marks Oswego Fire District's change from contract employees to full-time staff - 6/5/2008
Dedicate new Oswego Village Hall
Large crowd attends ceremony, first board meeting - 6/5/2008
County OKs hiring more patrol officers, dispatchers
6/5/2008
New school district land to generate income
145 acre parcel at Grove Road and Ill. Route 126 will be leased back to Central Sod Farm - 6/5/2008
Site work to start on new central fire station
Woolley Road facility will replace downtown Oswego station - 6/5/2008
New math doesn't add up for some parents
Voice objections to proposed use of updated version of 'Everyday Math' - 6/5/2008
Montgomery to update street condition study
Total street miles in village has almost doubled since 2004 - 6/5/2008
Coming soon to your mailbox: Your tax bill
This year's bills will arrive late, but not as late as last year - 5/29/2008
Bid opening set for new library
Target '09 completion for Montgomery Campus - 5/29/2008
Block schedule survey finds positives, negatives
Oswego High, Oswego East principals present results to school board - 5/29/2008
Montgomery secures state grant for cottage
State Sen. Holmes awards $60,000 to help complete exterior restoration work - 5/29/2008
School board honors students, teachers
Bednarcik's champion cheerleading squad among those recognized - 5/29/2008
Montgomery street maintenance program approved
Timber Lane Road will be resurfaced; Lakewood Creek Drive also on list - 5/29/2008
Memories linger in old Oswego Village Hall
Now shuttered building once housed village offices, police and fire departments - 5/29/2008
Current assistant will lead Prairie Point School
Podjasek to succeed Grimscheid July 1 - 5/22/2008
Parents can now review new math program texts
Third edition of Everyday Math program improved, school board told - 5/22/2008
Budget, timeline set for school additions
Target August '09 completion for Fox Chase, Homestead projects - 5/22/2008
Oswego School District to buy Plainfield area properties
5/22/2008
Oswego Legion, Montgomery VFW invite public to observances
5/22/2008
Montgomery backs bid to honor late Aurora mayor
Board joins Oswego in supporting plan to name former Bypass Rt. 30 'Egan Highway' - 5/22/2008
Next county board chairman to get a raise
Board also votes to retain stipend for zoning panel chair - 5/22/2008
Architects hired for school additions
Projects pending at Fox Chase, Homestead elementary schools - 5/15/2008
Area gas stations move to prevent fuel thefts
More stations now requiring motorists to pay before filling up - 5/15/2008
Montgomery Board changes church vote
Montgomery Board changes church vote - 5/15/2008
The Montgomery Village Board changed its vote Monday evening on a special use zoning request for a church in the village, approving the request.
The Montgomery Village Board changed its vote Monday evening on a special use zoning request for a church in the village, approving the request. - 5/15/2008
Oswego Village Board members spar over letter
Oswego Village Board members spar over letter - 5/15/2008
Award contract for OHS tennis court project
12 courts will be built in new location away from Route 71 - 5/15/2008
Montgomery approves animal control pact
Agreement assures service for Kane County portion of village up to five years - 5/15/2008
School growth committee members named
Cross-section of district residents will advise board - 5/8/2008
One downtown Oswego eatery out, another in
Tap House Grill to move into former Emmett's Ale House space - 5/8/2008
County board backs Second Amendment
Approve resolution affirming right to bear arms in split ballot - 5/8/2008
Libertarian joins race for Congress
5/8/2008
Work resumes on Montgomery's Settlers Cottage
Proceeds from engraved paver sale will be used to purchase replica windows - 5/8/2008
Montgomery's new development chief sets goals
Plans to tout village's high growth location as key asset - 5/8/2008
Yorkville water conservation forum
5/8/2008
$80M school bond sale OK'd in split vote
Tax warrant sale also approved to make up for delay in county tax payments - 5/1/2008
Local officials make pitch for road projects
Tell Hastert of need to pass capital bill - 5/1/2008
Church's bid to locate in Montgomery rejected
Motion to approve request for special use permit fails by one vote - 5/1/2008
Friday is moving day for Oswego village staff
Plan to open for business Monday morning in new village hall - 5/1/2008
Montgomery's elected officials to get a raise
Village board approves $100 a month increase effective in 2011 - 5/1/2008
Montgomery rejects liquor license request
Second time village board has turned down license request for former gas station - 5/1/2008
Schools' growth committee's role discussed
Board president impressed with number of applicants - 5/1/2008
School board to review boundaries again
School board to review boundaries again - 4/24/2008
Tax bills to come on time?
County officials planning to mail bills in mid-May - 4/24/2008
Oswego Police patrol officers join union
Metropolitan Alliance of Police to bargain collectively for department's 40 officers - 4/24/2008
A park for dogs? Park district lacks site
Agency official says local or regional facility remains a goal - 4/24/2008
No funds for new hires in Oswego budget
Staff, board moved to limit spending amidst economic downturn - 4/24/2008
Montgomery budget focuses on 'core' services
With development revenues down, funding requests were trimmed - 4/24/2008
County courthouse expansion project begins
Officials preside at ground-breaking for 123,024 square foot addition - 4/24/2008
Orchard Rd. overpass work to start
County board OKs $2.9M contract - 4/17/2008
Montgomery Village Board approves $27.8M budget
Montgomery Village Board approves $27.8M budget - 4/17/2008
Break ground today for expanded courthouse
4/17/2008
'Excellent news' on Douglas Rd. rebuilding
Official: If weather permits, most of work may be finished this year - 4/17/2008
Montgomery backing Chicago's Olympics bid
Village officials cite potential regional economic benefits - 4/17/2008
Senior lunch program exceeds expectations
Popularity, limited space prompts organizers to require reservations - 4/17/2008
Students' letters secure trees for Fox Chase
Oswego school a winner in national Arbor Day-Home Depot program - 4/17/2008
Rule changes frustrate school officials
Schools may not meet annual progress 'No Child' ac progress goals, board told - 4/10/2008
Citizens to help watch for speeders
Oswego Police train citizens' academy alumni to operate radar equipment - 4/10/2008
Students to pay more for lunches next year
15 cent hike for Type A meals should not create hardship, school board told - 4/10/2008
Consultant to study Oswego water rates
Village board wants independent firm to complete in-depth analysis - 4/10/2008
Orchard Rd. overpass contract comes in high
But county board highway committee recommends pact for approval - 4/10/2008
Montgomery, Yorkville officials lobby lawmakers
Travel to Springfield in quest for funding for area highways, other projects - 4/10/2008
Maintenance issues haunt old cemeteries
Ownership, upkeep responsibilities are question marks for many early Kendall burial grounds - 4/10/2008
Volunteers sought for school district growth panel
'Mixture of people' needed to study, provide framework for handling growth - 4/10/2008
Courthouse contracts OK'd in split ballots
Major expansion work to start on 10 year-old Yorkville facility - 4/7/2008
Permanent memorial for Rt. 31 crash victims?
Oswego developer proposes meeting with village officials, family members - 4/7/2008
Library district awarded $59,655 in state grants
Funds will pay for books, audio-visual purchases and training - 4/7/2008
Move-in day closer at new Oswego Village Hall
Village staff targets late April, early May date for occupying new facility - 4/7/2008
County health dept. seeking direct state funding
Bill now pending in Springfield would provide $300,000 annually for health services - 4/7/2008
Montgomery goal: More retailers, restaurants
Village committee lists goals for new development director - 4/7/2008
Homecoming for late judge's vintage desk
Homecoming for late judge's vintage desk - 4/7/2008
Yorkville alderman criticized for MySpace comments
Mayor says others waging campaign to discredit Plocher - 4/7/2008
Officials hear pitch for alternate trash disposal
Firms seeking to develop multiple plants in Chicago area, county board panel told - 4/7/2008
Yesteryear
4/7/2008
Cost to change junior highs detailed
Switch to middle school format would require more teachers, board told - 3/27/2008
West Aurora expected to hire OEHS principal
Howerton had key role in opening East - 3/27/2008
Montgomery to press state for Rt. 30 work
Village officials plan meetings with IDOT chief, area lawmakers - 3/27/2008
Lean year ahead for state park grants?
Program that has helped pay for numerous local projects faces $10M shortfall - 3/27/2008
Report highlights Lakewood School changes
Improvement goals set and reading scores on the rise, school board told - 3/27/2008
Hastert begins new job as consultant
Will assist Naperville firm involved in health care, energy efficient lighting - 3/27/2008
Changes at the Ledger-Sentinel
Roger Matile retires after 28 years as newspaper's editor - 3/20/2008
Propose school district growth task force
Panel would study recent economic changes, district's growth plans - 3/20/2008
Lawmakers seek to ban most 'robo-calls'
Cross, other lawmakers cite complaints from recent special election - 3/20/2008
Montgomery mulls sales tax increase vote
Officials considering referendum to fund street upgrades, capital projects - 3/20/2008
Montgomery officials urge Orchard Rd. widening
Michelini letter suggests county use sales tax revenues to pay for extra lanes - 3/20/2008
Oswego approves large subdivision in split votes
3/20/2008
What can Oberweis do to win in November?
Special election defeat leaves Republicans searching for answers - 3/20/2008
Full-day kindergarten program proposed
District would try out program at new Southbury School in Oswego - 3/20/2008
Park-n-Ride to take bigger budget bite
Grant that subsidizes Pace bus service to Oswego facility to run out - 3/20/2008
Kendall voters helped Foster to victory
Democratic candidate won more than half of the county's precincts - 3/13/2008
Allow parking over sidewalks at night?
Oswego ordinance change under study - 3/13/2008
Cross: Capital bill a 'critical' state need
Lawmakers must act to secure $9.3 billion in federal funds - 3/13/2008
Contract OK'd for Montgomery village hall site work
Village board, staff to review $2.1M pact for potential cost savings - 3/13/2008
'Jim's not going anywhere'
Oberweis campaign aid says candidate will stay in race - 3/13/2008
New Kendall Dem Party Chief: 'Much work' ahead
3/13/2008
New Kendall GOP chair looking to 'build team'
3/13/2008
New Oswego police station cost questioned
Board told $5.9M line item put in proposed budget for 'planning purposes' - 3/13/2008
Horticulture program putting down roots
Park district, nature are beneficiaries of students' work, school board told - 3/13/2008
Yesteryear
From the pages of our history... - 3/13/2008
No waiting to vote Saturday
Light turnout expected for Congressional election - 3/6/2008
OK hiring 30 more teachers
3/6/2008
Oswego overnight parking ban still in place
Motions to rescind, revise ordinance fail for lack - 3/6/2008
Getting better: State honors local schools
Lakewood Creek, Thomspon and Traughber Jr. Highs earn recognition for academic improvement - 3/6/2008
Votes near on revised Montgomery TIF area pacts
Pending village board approval, site work could start north of Rt. 30 this year - 3/6/2008
Firm's task: Rejuvenate Fox Bend Golf Course
Park district commissioners vote to retain Batavia-based firm - 3/6/2008
Montgomery Village Board told new Kaneland middle school to cut travel times
3/6/2008
Special election campaign heats us
3/6/2008
Foster touts moderate view on issues
3/6/2008
Oberweis takes a conservative stand
3/6/2008
Oswego to celebrate its 175th birthday
Party Sunday at Oswego High kicks off year-long series of community events - 3/6/2008
Homebuilding slows, but library still gains
Circulation also rose in January, board told - 3/6/2008
School attendance boundaries set
As parents look on, board adopts nine of superintendent's 12 recommendations - 2/28/2008
Second time the charm?
Montgomery Village Board votes to reconsider Aucutt Road industrial project - 2/28/2008
School fees to rise for next school year
Board approves 4.1 percent hike - 2/28/2008
Overnight parking ban called a 'hot potato'
Oswego officials hear from residents on both side of issue as possible vote looms - 2/28/2008
McCain stumps for Oberweis at Aurora Airport
Democrat challenger Fosters holds press conference nearby - 2/28/2008
No slowdown in commercial building
Development officials say retailer interest still strong in Oswego, Montgomery - 2/28/2008
Congressional candidates snare endorsements
Foster campaign releases poll that shows their candidate narrowly leading Oberweis - 2/28/2008
Montgomery seeks pothole repairs on private street
2/28/2008
Oswego's attempt to buy a hybrid vehicle hits a snag
Official asks board to drop vehicle from contract - 2/28/2008
Oswego a step closer on remote participation
Attorney instructed to draft ordinance; board members differ on restrictions - 2/28/2008
Yorkville OKs Montgomery boundary pact
Split city council vote ends years of on and off negotiations - 2/28/2008
Montgomery Village Board told new Kaneland middle school to cut travel times
2/28/2008
School boundary vote expected
Board hears support for superintendent's recommendations - 2/21/2008
"Guiding principles" used to formulate school boundary
2/21/2008
Oswego still split on parking ban
Issue on next village board agenda for vote - 2/21/2008
Cost to widen Orchard Rd. rail bridge rises
Estimated pricetag now at $2.4M; construction expected later this year - 2/21/2008
Economy factors in Montgomery budget
Village board views initial proposal that limits spending growth - 2/21/2008
NIU tragedy hits close to home
Area student among those who survived lecture hall shooting - 2/21/2008
Survey: More staying local to shop, dine
Biennial OEDC survey notes changing consumer habits - 2/21/2008
Oswegoans once left town to food shop, eat
1986 community survey recalled - 2/21/2008
Wage hike for coroner OK'd in split ballot
Full time or part-time job? County board members disagree - 2/21/2008
Released inmates a concern near county jail
Yorkville Police confirm reports of inmates knocking on doors - 2/21/2008
Spring start eyed for fire station construction
New facility will replace downtown Oswego station - 2/21/2008
Oswego moving ahead with comp plan review
Current plan was issue in last year's village president election - 2/21/2008
Kendall farm to drop 'ag area' designation
2/21/2008
Former Oswego area resident named to Arts Hall of Fame
1962 OHS grad Ingrid Wendt to be honored on April 24 - 2/21/2008
A first-person lesson in patriotism
Army officer talks with Bednarcik students about Iraq service - 2/21/2008
Opinions aired again on school boundaries
'Stay-put' option for Lakewood, Fox Chase schools and west side jr. high under consideration - 2/14/2008
Oswego OKs time capsule purchase
2/14/2008
Traffic signals for Oswego's downtown?
State supportive of signals at Washington, Harrison streets, board told - 2/14/2008
Open bids for Douglas Road widening
Oswego officials expect construction to start in six weeks - 2/14/2008
Big interest in small Montgomery project
17 firms submitted bids to replace Boulder Hill Subdivision water main - 2/14/2008
Cross unveils child Internet safety law
Includes parental permission provision - 2/14/2008
Congressional race enters new phase
Laesch backs Foster in March 8 vote; Lauzen wants Oberweis to 'repair damage' - 2/14/2008
Laesch wants all ballots counted before conceding
Cites absentee, provisional ballots still out from regular primary - 2/14/2008
Primary election notes...
'New math' shows voter turnout was 38 percent - 2/14/2008
A Democratic surge in Kendall County?
Local Republican, Dem leaders offer theories for surprising primary turnout - 2/14/2008
Decisions loom on new Oswego police station
Funding, timing of construction key issues for village board - 2/14/2008
Oswego will seek to cut emissions by '12
Village first Kendall town to join national effort - 2/14/2008
Montgomery Board has praise for public works
Crews hailed for plowing, pothole patching - 2/14/2008
Oswego Village Board news briefs...
Snow parking enforcement efforts called 'very lenient' - 2/14/2008
Will area roads crumble when thaw comes?
Moisture levels, temperatures key factors in road deterioration, officials say - 2/14/2008
Oberweis, Foster two-time winners
Candidates will now challenge for 14th Congressional seat - 2/7/2008
Hatcher prevails in GOP House race
2/7/2008
Courthouse expansion bids south
Two board members voice last-minute concerns - 2/7/2008
New fire station site plans up for review tonight
2/7/2008
Former GOP chair loses committeeman's race
Retired judge edges Ingemunson by 12 votes - 2/7/2008
Voters say 'Yes' to parks
2/7/2008
Shaw, Wehrli, Feeley, Birch top county races
2/7/2008
School boundary recommendations aired
Junior high west of the Fox River among ideas endorsed - 2/7/2008
Parents, students voice boundary concerns
Board members hear from residents throughout school district - 2/7/2008
Bridge to span Rt. 30 in Montgomery?
Village seeking grant for structure that would link bike trails west of Orchard Rd. - 2/7/2008
Home building slowdown hits home
1,533 permits issues here in '07 fewest since 2001 - 2/7/2008
Textbook purchase sparks board debate
A book for every student in pre algebra class? School board members split - 2/7/2008
Longer wait at Rt. 34, Wolf rail crossings?
Public comment period extended until Feb. 15 on EJ&E acquisition - 2/7/2008
Possible school opening delay wont impact agency
Park district will still use Southbury, board told - 2/7/2008
Montgomery OKs Sugar Grove Fire dispatch pact
Move expected to boost response times - 2/7/2008
Kendall County facing shortage of road salt
2/7/2008
Report: Electricity deregulation good for Montgomery
2/7/2008
Yesteryear
From the pages of our history... - 2/7/2008
Set new dates for boundary meetings
Final Oswego School Board vote expected after hearing on Feb. 25 - 1/31/2008
School board signs ethics statement
Official: action reaffirms guiding principles - 1/31/2008
Montgomery seeks Park-n-Ride consultant
RTA grant will pay for study to help determine potential sites - 1/31/2008
Plan life-safety work at Long Beach, East View
School board votes to hire architectural firm - 1/31/2008
Oswego GI Durbin's guest at State of the Union Address
1/31/2008
Oberweis leads in campaign for cash
But Lauzen tops with PAC and individual contributions - 1/31/2008
Was it a loan or credit line in Lauzen fund?
Lauzen, Oberweis aid disagree - 1/31/2008
Why no funds to widen, repair Route 47?
Two lane highway's deteriorating condition an issue for Oberweis - 1/31/2008
Current, former GOP chairmen face challenges
Retired circuit court judge seeking Ingemunson's precinct job - 1/31/2008
Money a factor in state, county races
Hunt, Hatcher receive PAC contributions - 1/31/2008
Montgomerv Village Board news briefs...
Pact for Orchard Rd.-Rochester signals approved - 1/31/2008
County candidates talk transportation, landfills
Candidates voice views, tout ideas during Yorkville forum - 1/31/2008
Park district hires firm for salary study update
1/31/2008
Library sells parcel for Rt. 25 bridge project
State agency requires extra land for wider bridge deck; construction expected this spring - 1/31/2008
'Significant progress' on Montgomery Village Hall
1/31/2008
'Outside the box' on school boundaries?
School board asks panel to review administrators' alternate proposal - 1/24/2008
Report: Change from junior highs to middle schools would be costly
1/24/2008
Oswego moves to secure state grant
$750,000 targeted for parking lot on former lumber yard storage shed site - 1/24/2008
School board hears panel's initial boundary proposal
1/24/2008
Race an issue at Aurora candidate forum
Congressional candidates also spar over immigration, abortion - 1/24/2008
Lindner endorses Hatcher for state seat
Retiring lawmaker cites Kendall County Republican's experience - 1/24/2008
Approve new classes at high schools
Oswego School District Board OKs science, languages courses - 1/24/2008
Montgomery may restrict trailers, inoperable vehicles
Board voices support for ordinance - 1/24/2008
Need for landfill space key to applications
Federal law change kept Kendall County trash out of Will County landfill - 1/24/2008
Oswego Village Board news briefs...
Take step towards sale of current village hall - 1/24/2008
Highway plan envisions more lanes, signals
Orchard, Grove, Plainfield roads in new multi-year county plan - 1/24/2008
Oswego cuts Harvey Rd. speed
1/24/2008
Park board moving ahead with bond sale
$2.1 million would be used to pay for park upgrades over three years - 1/24/2008
Drag strip starter's legacy to live on at OEHS
Wood's estate leaves donation to high school's auto program - 1/24/2008
Local teachers honored for national certification status
'A real honor' school board told - 1/24/2008
School boundary changes proposed
Panel also recommends delaying opening of two schools - 1/17/2008
Oswego OKs lifestyle center rezoning request
As neighbors look on, board approves request in split ballot - 1/17/2008
School district to try out math programs
Panel's recommendation to use three programs on a trial basis approved - 1/17/2008
No magic fix for ponds, homeowners told
Oswego officials pledge to assist subdivision homeowner associations - 1/17/2008
Long Beach students making progress
Principal cites recent increases in reading and math scores - 1/17/2008
Caller ID used to pull bait-and-switch
Telemarketers manage to reach unsuspecting area residents - 1/17/2008
Montgomery backs effort to restore Fermi funding
Board also supports Solheim Cup - 1/17/2008
School funding an issue in state rep. race
Three Republican candidates detail views at Yorkville forum - 1/17/2008
Seek foreclosure on Vaughn's Oswego home
1/17/2008
Upgrades planned at former scout camp
Forest preserve district panel discuss Hoover renovations - 1/17/2008
Early voting and late registration underway
1/17/2008
Montgomery OKs video service ordinances
Board votes prompted by pending start-up of new AT&T service in village - 1/17/2008
Drag strip starter's legacy to live on at OEHS
Wood's estate leaves donation to high school's auto program - 1/17/2008
'No Child' school act still controversial
Oswego School District chief says federal program needs changes - 1/10/2008
Impressed
Oswego officials tour new village hall - 1/10/2008
Last month's snows also brought tickets
Many cited for violating Oswego, Montgomery's on-street parking restrictions - 1/10/2008
Home sale slowdown affecting assessments
Official: Values still rising, but not nearly as fast as recent years - 1/10/2008
Plan to expand Montgomery sports complex
Plan to expand Montgomery sports complex - 1/10/2008
Search resumes for Oswego Chamber chief
Applicant hired last month declines job - 1/10/2008
Referendum evident in forest preserve levy
Agency to levy $3.5 million to pay bonds - 1/10/2008
Public can comment now on railroad acquisition
Freight traffic could increase dramatically on EJ&E tracks crossing - 1/10/2008
Yorkville mayor backs Dem Laesh for Congress
Burd also endorses Republican Hatcher for state representative seat - 1/10/2008
County clerks to sue for election changes
1/10/2008
The challenge: To build a better robot
Caterpillar staffers assist Oswego East, Oswego High students in nationwide competition - 1/10/2008
Yesteryear
From the pages of our history... - 1/10/2008
Park board approves $5.7 million tax levy
1/3/2008
What's happening at Oswego High School?
Report shows fluctuations in staff, enrollment, discipline cases - 1/3/2008
Schools plan to release boundary plan soon
Public will have chances to offer views - 1/3/2008
Judge tosses complaint against yard waste facility
1/3/2008
Bidding close on school expansion project
School board awards $2.3 million contract to Mt. Prospect firm - 1/3/2008
Plan for Fox Bend Golf Course shaping up
Park district officials seeking to upgrade 40 year-old facility - 1/3/2008
Insurance policy lists Vaughn as benefactor
$1 million policy taken out in '04 - 1/3/2008
New year means more challenges for schools
Homebuilding slowed in '07, but district still gained 900 students - 1/3/2008
Courthouse, transit on county's '08 agenda
Board chairman also expects additional open space purchases - 1/3/2008
Oswegoland Park District big on open space
Agency in top third of state rankings for acres owned - 1/3/2008
Montgomery quest: Orchard Rd., Rt. 30 upgrades
Michelini vows to continue lobbying effort in '08 for more lanes - 1/3/2008
'07 provided a learning experience in Oswego
LeClercq, village board worked to fulfill campaign pledges - 1/3/2008
Library district to add Montgomery campus
Agency officials targeting spring start for facility north of Rt. 30 - 1/3/2008
Oswego Board OKs $1.1M property tax levy
Only Millington has lower tax rate - 1/3/2008
County board OKs $17.5 million tax levy
Small tax rate increase expected - 1/3/2008
Still time for new voters to register
12/27/2007
Courthouse expansion planning continues
County board on track to seek bids for $33M project in March - 12/27/2007
Montgomery publishes annual budget report
Village will mail copies to local households and post on web site - 12/27/2007
Character does count for OHS Student Council
Officers tell school board how they follow program 'pillars' - 12/27/2007
Montgomery Village Board News briefs...
Weather slows new village hall construction - 12/27/2007
OHS math team wins Conference crown
School board honors Mathletes - 12/27/2007
Brutal murders change quiet corner forever
Police, attorneys, victims' families remember Yorkville restaurant killings 35 years later - 12/27/2007
2007: It was a very quotable year
Local newsmakers had plenty to say over the past 12 months - 12/27/2007
IEPA cites Yorkville area yard waste operation
Agency gives owner of Rt. 71 facility 45 days to respond to violation notice - 12/27/2007
2007: A year of tragedies and change-Part 1
A look back over many of the stories that captured headlines - 12/27/2007
2007: A year of tragedies and change-Part 2
A look back over many of the stories that captured headlines - 12/27/2007
2007: A year of tragedies and change-Part 3
A look back over many of the stories that captured headlines - 12/27/2007
OK $89M school tax levy
Rate expected to remain unchanged, but rising values may mean bigger tax bills next year - 12/20/2007
Oswego High School renovation approved
School board OKs revised $30M plan in split ballot - 12/20/2007
Board chooses names for new schools
Jr. high named for Congressional Medal winner; childhood center for Brokaw - 12/20/2007
Report: Montgomery keeping up with strategic plan goals
Village board receives mid-year update - 12/20/2007
Railroad acquisition a concern for Oswego officials
Board told of potential for big increase in freight traffic on EJ&E line crossing Ogden Ave. - 12/20/2007
Hastert departs with key projects on the table
Championed Oswego Metra Station, Prairie Parkway, but construction still uncertain - 12/20/2007
"I am a voter and I live in this district"
Hastert explains Oberweis endorsement; looks back on career - 12/20/2007
Five file for special Congressional election
Names will appear on Feb. 5 ballot - 12/20/2007
Seek to trim Montgomery library costs
Rising construction expenses prompt library district board action - 12/20/2007
A return to Prohibition? Too much 'Big Brother'?
County board members, staff debate increased smoking restrictions at county facilities - 12/20/2007
No 'decking the halls' at nursing home
Inspector orders Christmas decorations removed from doors at Yorkville facility - 12/20/2007
IEPA cites Yorkville area yard waste operation
Agency gives owner of Rt. 71 facility 45 days to respond to violation notice - 12/20/2007
Douglas Road widening a 'go' for 2008
State expected to seek contractor bids for Oswego project next month - 12/13/2007
'Zero tolerance' for smokers starts Jan. 1
Oswego Police plan enforcement effort; Montgomery mulls added restrictions - 12/13/2007
Objections raised to lifestyle center rezoning
Neighbors of Oswego project express concern over traffic, other issue - 12/13/2007
Hastert hailed at St. Charles dinner
Colleagues, supporters express thanks to retired Congressman - 12/13/2007
Candidates file for Feb. 5 special primary
12/13/2007
Bristol Township tax levy sparks questions
12/13/2007
Oswego Village Board news briefs...
Village to seek proposals from engineering firms - 12/13/2007
Montgomery Board OKs $1.7M tax levy
Commercial tax base growth noted - 12/13/2007
Oswego approves plans for Rt. 34 Aldi's store
Supermarket will be fourth to locate along highway in village - 12/13/2007
Montgomery sets two year limit on site plans
12/13/2007
Water conservation topic for Kendall mayors, managers
12/13/2007
Oswego East students to give donated Camaro a makeover
When work is complete, vintage auto will ready for the drag strip - 12/13/2007
Take landfills out of county plan?
Take landfills out of county plan? - 12/13/2007
Lifestyle retail center planned in Oswego
12/6/2007
Montgomery officials want 'higher end' apartments
Concept plans for complex north of Route 30 now under review - 12/6/2007
Oswegoans to pay to park on street overnight?
Village board committee endorses sticker program - 12/6/2007
Oswego East High test scores dip
Reading, math results prompt school board questions - 12/6/2007
Oswego committee backs meeting shift
Endorse proposal to move board meetings to first and third Mondays - 12/6/2007
Two elections set Feb. 5 for Congressional seat
Voters will be asked to cast ballots in separate primaries - 12/6/2007
Montgomery puts limits on storage containers
Village board votes to amend ordinance to regulate 'PODS' - 12/6/2007
Hastert's gone, but district office to remain in service
Staff will continue until interim rep. elected - 12/6/2007
State records route for Prairie Parkway
12/6/2007
County seeking public transit grants
Funds would aid low income, elderly and disabled riders - 12/6/2007
No more landfill plans? County board talks set
12/6/2007
Montgomery sets two year limit on site plans
12/6/2007
Yesteryear
From the pages of our history... - 12/6/2007
Tentative OK for $89M school tax levy
Final board vote expected Dec. 17 - 11/29/2007
Rep. Hastert ends 'great run' in Congress; officials look ahead
11/29/2007
Oswego panel takes up controversial issues
Parking ban, meeting night shift, remote participation on committee's agenda - 11/29/2007
Mother Nature smiles on school building projects
Favorable weather conditions help speed construction, board told - 11/29/2007
Montgomery awarded bike trail grant
Village to receive $212,800 to construct trail along Aucutt Road - 11/29/2007
County board cool to landfill ban request
LeClercq: County, local officials need dialogue on issue - 11/29/2007
Test scores up at Boulder Hill Elementary
Still room for improvement, principal tells school board - 11/29/2007
Montgomery may dispatch for fire district
Village board voices support for agreement with Sugar Grove Fire - 11/29/2007
Park district board reviews $5.7M tax levy
Final board vote expected next month - 11/29/2007
United Way officials seek to fix budget woes
Shortfall traced to 'inadequate accounting and financial reports' - 11/29/2007
Boat use OK in three park lakes
11/29/2007
Montgomery OKs Yorkville boundary pact
But Yorkville City Council tables issue until next month - 11/29/2007
Michelini backs Burns in GOP Congressional race
Cites Geneva mayor's integrity, consensus building ability - 11/29/2007
40 percent registered for park programs on-line
11/29/2007
Schools cited for meeting violations
State’s attorney finds Warrenville board session violated Open Meetings Act - 11/22/2007
School officials wanted media to stay away
Sought ‘open, honest dialogue’ in Warrenville on key school issues - 11/22/2007
Architects told to cut OHS expansion costs
Board sets $30 million ‘all inclusive’ ceiling on improvements - 11/22/2007
Oswego Oks Harvey Road speed study
First step towards cutting 55 mph speed limit, board adised - 11/22/2007
Vasquez released from bail pending court ruling
License of driver in Feb. 11 crash that killed five teens still suspended - 11/22/2007
Montgomery panel reviews tax levy
Village board members say spending closely monitored - 11/22/2007
County’s ‘no’ vote on quarry prompts lawsuit
Board rejected rezoning petition for limestone mine - 11/22/2007
LeClercq: Oswego still in line for state funds
11/22/2007
Schools seeking names for new buildings
District policy requires resubmittal of Traughber name, official says - 11/22/2007
Hastert expected to leave office by Dec. 31
Early exit means taxpayers will pay bill for extra elections - 11/22/2007
GOP candidate faces ballot spot challenge
Dilger’s address same as Evanston YMCA - 11/22/2007
Oswego Village Board news briefs
Village might not seek RFPs for public works building - 11/22/2007
Montgomery development chief leaves agency
11/22/2007
Park district board reviews $5.7M tax levy
Final board vote expected next month - 11/22/2007
More green lights for drivers on Route 34?
Oswego Village Board approves interconnect system for traffic signals - 11/15/2007
Montgomery Board backs bid for county grant
Funding sought for redevelopment plan for current village hall, adjoining parcels - 11/15/2007
Guv’s signature worth $500,000 to Oswego
Blagojevich inks bill giving police station site sale proceeds to village - 11/15/2007
Dem Congressional candidates back wider Rt. 47
All voice opposition to Prairie Parkway; debate Iraq war policy during Yorkville forum - 11/15/2007
Goals, vision set for Fox Bend Golf Course
Park district wants facility to be ‘first choice’ for area golfers - 11/15/2007
Oswego LD teacher earns state association’s top award
11/15/2007
Oswego School District Board news briefs...
Bank’s donation accepted for education foundation - 11/15/2007
On location (again) in Kendall County
DreamWorks Picutures shoots rural county scenes for upcoming movie - 11/15/2007
‘Lifestyle’ retail center planned in Yorkville
274,000 square foot project proposed at Routes 34, 47 - 11/15/2007
Yesteryear
From the pages of our history... - 11/15/2007
Thompson student charged in bullet incident
Police end OHS rumor probe with no action taken - 11/8/2007
School board gets three options for OHS expansion
Final vote on expansion options tabled until board's Nov. 19 meeting - 11/8/2007
Former OHS teacher cautions against school expansion plan
11/8/2007
Oswego hires firm for police space study
Arizona company worked on Montgomery, Aurora law enforcement centers - 11/8/2007
Oswego school enrollment climbs to 14,779
6.2 percent increase less than perdicted but equals 863 new students - 11/8/2007
Montgomery loses downtown restaurant
Jason’s Steakhouse closes following four years in business - 11/8/2007
Candidates file nominating petitions for local races
11/8/2007
Library board seeks answers on Montgomery site
Architect says he needs more information before he can proceed - 11/8/2007
Board questions need for public safety staff
Members concerned about rising personnel costs for Sheriff, dispatch center - 11/8/2007
Oswego Public Library items, servies growing
11/8/2007
County clerk looks back on 17 years serving the public
Former Oswego trustee, county board member Anderson retiring - 11/8/2007
Kendall adds 95 acres to Baker Forest Preserve
11/8/2007
Attorney recommends denial of another landfill application
11/8/2007
Thompson students return to class
Police: Lockdown and search Tuesday a ‘precautionary measure’ - 11/1/2007
Filing begins for Feb. 5 primary
Long line of candidates at Kendall County office building - 11/1/2007
Newspaper association honors the Ledger-Sentinel
Staffers earn awards for local news and sports coverage - 11/1/2007
Bank boom a fairly recent phenomenon here
Oswego Board expected to vote Monday on Fifth Third pact - 11/1/2007
Montgomery Village Hall a senior center?
Village board committee discusses future uses for current facility - 11/1/2007
Park chief given new contract
Park district board vote unanimous - 11/1/2007
OK contract for Oswego village hall furnishings
Spring completion now expected - 11/1/2007
Gardens, open space to separate Oswego, Yorkville?
Yorkville mayor touts benefits of garden areas at borders - 11/1/2007
Park district officials considering bond sale
Board expected to schedule public hearing - 11/1/2007
Schools hires first community relations chief
Former reporter has held similar position in Downers Grove - 11/1/2007
Three park district lakes designated for boat use
11/1/2007
Three of the lakes in the Oswegoland Park District are now open to non-motorized boats, but park board members aren’t expecting a big increase in traffic on the lakes.
Videotaped statements tossed out - 11/1/2007
Montgomery cottage restoration work begins
Montgomery cottage restoration work begins - 11/1/2007
School board honors ‘Those Who Excel’ locally
Four educators, volunteer recognized earlier by state board - 11/1/2007
Delay action on OHS renovation plans
$32 million project price tag prompts school board discussion - 10/25/2007
Schools implement moment of silence
Oswego School District opts for seven second daily observances - 10/25/2007
State’s attorney to contact school board
Weis to seek explanation for Warrenville meeting - 10/25/2007
Montgomery’s Kane Co. taxpayers to get refunds
Checks should be in the mail soon - 10/25/2007
Oswego OKs contracts with top officials
Pacts with administrator Adams, police chief Baird approved in separate ballots - 10/25/2007
Oswego delays vote on bank plans
Board members cite concerns over proliferation of financial institutions - 10/25/2007
Downtown Oswego restaurant closes
Official: competition may have been factor - 10/25/2007
Agency wants to know where you shop, eat
OEDC conducting biennial consumer preference survey - 10/25/2007
Junior highs to become middle schools?
School officials weigh costs, potential benefits of change - 10/25/2007
Oberweis, Lauzen 1-2 in campaign cash race
Foster leads Dem opponents by wide margin - 10/25/2007
Task force recognizes Montgomery Police
Investigation netted murder suspects - 10/25/2007
Put third high school plans on hold?
School board mulls building options, enrollment trends at meeting in Warrenville - 10/18/2007
More open space preserved
Forest preserve district OKs land purchases - 10/18/2007
Limit dogs, cats? Oswego not interested
Committee agrees not to seek changes in current ordinance - 10/18/2007
Crowd turns out to hear GOP candidates
Seven seeking election to seats on county board - 10/18/2007
Parking ban exemption request tabled
Oswego committee delays study pending ordinance review - 10/18/2007
No interest in limiting Main St. parking
Oswego Police survey finds most merchants oppose two hour limit - 10/18/2007
Montgomery closer on Yorkville boundary
Board reviews proposed agreement, final vote expected - 10/18/2007
First bids opened for courthouse expansion
10/18/2007
Name interim county clerk
10/18/2007
Oswego e-mail alerts catching on
More computer users signing up to receive announcements - 10/18/2007
Bid opening set for Yorkville dam work
Project to include two canoe chutes - 10/18/2007
NIU honors two former Oswego educators
10/18/2007
Yesteryear
From the pages of our history.... - 10/18/2007
Capital bill has funds for Route 30
$30M targeted for widening highway between Rt. 34, Briarcliff Road - 10/11/2007
Request more downtown traffic patrols
Oswego village president: Drivers ignoring yield signs - 10/11/2007
Oswego to seek bids for historical surveys
10/11/2007
Montgomery braces for 'beetle invasion'
Village staff unveils action plan to deal with tree-killing insect - 10/11/2007
Oswego schedules bond sale
Funds would pay for village hall, widen Douglas Road - 10/11/2007
Montgomery planning its west side
Village panel discusses recommendations for new plan - 10/11/2007
Paramedic to seek county coroner's job
Dabney will challenge Toftoy in Republican primary - 10/11/2007
Seven vie to succeed Hastert in Congress
Campaigns underway as Feb. 5 primary election looms - 10/11/2007
Official: Treated sludge safe for use on farm field
County investigates complaint - 10/11/2007
Oswego Village Board news briefs
OK plans, rezoning for Rt. 34-Orchard Rd. center - 10/11/2007
Expect courthouse expansion cost estimates soon
Base price for enlarging Yorkville facility estimated at $27M - 10/11/2007
Voters to pick candidate for Kendall County Clerk
Position will be on Feb. 5 ballot - 10/11/2007
Oswego to seek bids for historical surveys
10/11/2007
Panel to study school boundaries
10/4/2007
Planning continues for second library
Agency officials hope to obtain bids this winter with work to start early next year - 10/4/2007
Church to leave county board when term expires
Has served as chairman since ’96 - 10/4/2007
Oswego strategic planning meeting canceled
Board member questions timing for session after recent meeting - 10/4/2007
OHS renovation, construction costs add up
School board reviews $57 million in potential upgrades - 10/4/2007
Sugar Grove-Yorkville boundary ruling upheld
No conflict found with Montgomery pact - 10/4/2007
Prosecutor to seek death penalty for Oswego man
Glasgow: Evidence strong enough - 10/4/2007
Seek Montgomery TIF pact changes
Development firm wants to downsize commercial, residential areas - 10/4/2007
Kendall County crime stats mostly stable
Sheriff says unincorporated population figure incorrect - 10/4/2007
Cabbie wants to help cut teen drunk driving
But state’s attorney, police wary of sending wrong message - 10/4/2007
Oswego Village Board news briefs...
Funding for full special census authorized - 10/4/2007
Split Montgomery Board OKs animal control law changes
Two dog, two cat limit still in effect - 10/4/2007
County takes a pass on veterans’ referendum
Advisory measure on health care benefits called “pointless” - 10/4/2007
School support staff pact approved
10/4/2007
Plan spring start for new main fire station
Agency has outgrown 54 year-old facility on Oswego’s Main Street - 9/27/2007
School building projects on schedule, board told
9/27/2007
Ledger-Sentinel earns Illinois Press Awards
Honored for photography, graphics, sports column, taxation, school board coverage - 9/27/2007
Rt. 34-Orchard Rd. commercial center OK’d
Daycare center dropped from project; Oswego waives power line burial requirement - 9/27/2007
Montgomery truck route endorsed
Large trucks would use Mill, Main streets through downtown - 9/27/2007
Official: Rt. 47 widening still years away
IDOT staffer notes how Yorkville once opposed extra lanes - 9/27/2007
Oswego votes 4-3 to change meeting nights
Move ends village board-Oswego Shool Board meeting night conflict - 9/27/2007
Assessments to come sooner for some
County will stagger mailings in effort to expedite tax cycle - 9/27/2007
For taxpayers, tax cycle begins with assessments
9/27/2007
Health Dept. chief faces gender bias lawsuit
Fired staffer alleges he was ‘routinely harassed’ - 9/27/2007
County expected to vote Oct. 16 on interim clerk
Dem, GOP officials eye 2008 election - 9/27/2007
Parking ban? Not in Montgomery
Village board members not interested in overnight restriction - 9/27/2007
Consultant to prepare plan for campground
County forest preserve district board OKs hiring in split ballot - 9/27/2007
OK quarter billion dollar school budget
District’s tax rate expected to remain unchanged - 9/20/2007
Fewer students requiring summer school
Enrollment has declined for past three years, board told - 9/20/2007
County officials clash over chair purchase
Parr asks Vickery for explanation - 9/20/2007
Day of reckoning looms for Park-n-Ride
Grant funds that pay for bus service will run out after May 1 - 9/20/2007
Let Kendall voters elect executive?
Former judge representing group seeking to put proposal on ballot - 9/20/2007
Mundsinger honored as “Leader of the year”
Second award for veteran educator - 9/20/2007
Yuhas starts work as school chief’s assistant
9/20/2007
Oswego budget, expenses under review
Report: Transition fees down, but other taxes “coming in very strong” - 9/20/2007
Two more Walgreens stores planned in Montgomery
Sites eyed in new retail centers - 9/20/2007
Oswego Fire District Board adds members
Long, Anderson named to new seats - 9/20/2007
Strategic plan in Oswego’s future?
Plan two special village board meetings next month - 9/20/2007
Former Yorkville official joins state House race
Graff to challenge Hatcher, Richmond in GOP primary - 9/20/2007
Approve new teachers’ contract
Includes annual increases of 4.5 percent over next two years - 9/13/2007
Enrollment up 6.3 percent
But 14,802 first day figure less than expected - 9/13/2007
Target spring start for second library
Library board mulls plan changes for Montgomery facility - 9/13/2007
Change junior high renovation plans
Thompson plan revisions boost project budget by $3M - 9/13/2007
Montgomery majority backs current ‘dog law’
Most board members favor keeping two dog, two cat limit - 9/13/2007
Oswego panel to review gas station liquor licenses
9/13/2007
Opposing views aired on Oswego retail center
Developer touts economic benefits; neighbors wary of project’s impact - 9/13/2007
Oswego Village Board news briefs...
Record number of water bills overdue - 9/13/2007
Sollinger joins Oswego Village Board
Former clerk notes village government changes - 9/13/2007
Oswego ready to celebrate Drag Strip Days
Food, music, activities set for Main Street this weekend - 9/13/2007
Attorney General lawsuit targets home building firm
Firm built two Oswego subdivisions - 9/13/2007
Dem state rep. candidate met with Bush
President vetoed stem cell bill moments after talking with Schneider - 9/13/2007
Cross country by bicycle
9/13/2007
Transportation exhibit open at Little White School Museum
9/13/2007
Oswego’s in-town barns focus of Sept. 20 show
9/13/2007
Yesteryear
From the pages of our history... - 9/13/2007
Drivers switched prior to crash
Oswego Police officers testify in Feb. 11 crash - 9/6/2007
Third high school planning underway
28 meetings already held, Oswego School Board told - 9/6/2007
Impasse over Oswego Board vacancy ends
Former village clerk Sollinger approved in unanimous vote - 9/6/2007
State funds could pay for parking
$750,000 for downtown Oswego infrastructure survives governor’s veto - 9/6/2007
Surge in library district population
More than 45,000 now live in agency’s service area, up 14,000 since 2000 - 9/6/2007
Study focuses on Oswego pond woes
Village to work with homeowner associations “where feasible or possible” - 9/6/2007
Officials: No plan to disband Mill Race Assoc.
Subdivision covenant change proposed - 9/6/2007
Fox Chase ponds ownership still an issue
Two of three ponds will likely have to be rebuilt, Oswego study notes - 9/6/2007
Slander, libel lawsuit over Oswego project dismissed
9/6/2007
Montgomery may sell pavers for cottage
Proceeds would help pay for historic building’s restoration, board told - 9/6/2007
Schools OK communications director post
Funding available due to recent resignations, board told - 9/6/2007
Prosecutors list potential Vaughn trial witnesses
Includes employees at gentlemen’s club, shooting range - 9/6/2007
Outdoor Ed center a ‘natural fit’ in new home
Co-op still seeking to overcome Oswego School District departure - 9/6/2007
'Truly a major increase'
Oswego School District officials expect big boost in state funding - 8/30/2007
School construction projects on time
Additions, Early Learning Center, Plainfield school all open - 8/30/2007
Douglas Rd. work delay continues
Right-of-way acquisition slows bidding process, construction starts - 8/30/2007
Schools opened buffed, polished, painted
Custodial staff waxed 2.1 million sq. ft. of floor space, board told - 8/30/2007
Flood damage here is limited
Breaks in storms helped local agencies respond, residents cope - 8/30/2007
Cross to press for school bonds, capital bill
Oswego Village Board applauds House GOP Leader for securing local funds - 8/30/2007
School board OKs architect contracts
Fee set at 5.25 percent for architect on third high school - 8/30/2007
Vacancy back on Oswego agenda
Board to gather for special meeting Tuesday - 8/30/2007
Montgomery 'dog, cat law' changes proposed
Two dog, two cat limit would remain; puppies exempt for first six months - 8/30/2007
Heavy rains soak Fox Bend Golf Course
Park district board discusses renovation options - 8/30/2007
Second firm to look over courthouse expansion plans
Church used company investigating watershed issues to review drawings - 8/30/2007
Pieces of Oswego, Yorkville's past returned
West Suburban Bank donates historic millstones - 8/30/2007
BREAKING NEWS: Heavy rains cause localized flooding
Fox River threatening homes in Oswego, Montgomery - 8/24/2007
In Hastert’s footsteps? Candidates lining up
Republicans, Democrats positioning themselves for primary races - 8/23/2007
Hastert makes departure official
Former House Speaker cites legislative successes, chides critics - 8/23/2007
Hastert brought home millions
List of funded projects includes Rt. 34 widening, Orchard Rd. bridge - 8/23/2007
Many late on mortgage payments
Kendall County pre-foreclosure filings double - 8/23/2007
Pond report on Oswego agenda Monday
8/23/2007
Governor vetoes board vacancy bill
LeClercq will still need a majority vote to break Oswego impasse - 8/23/2007
Retail boom underway, Montgomery Board told
Three large stores open in last 26 days - 8/23/2007
County board OKs school impact fees
Resolution will allow county to collect fees from developers - 8/23/2007
One firm bids on school lunch pact
Board awards $3.5M contract to Aramark Food Service - 8/23/2007
Continue extra patrols at Main, Washington?
Oswego president touts installation of pedestrian activated signal - 8/23/2007
Safety an issue at intersection for a decade
State was poised to install traffic signals back in 1999 - 8/23/2007
LeClercq talks contracts with chief, administrator
Oswego village president says he wants to retain both officials - 8/23/2007
Fire destroys home moved from shopping center site
Cause of Aug. 14 blaze undetermined - 8/23/2007
Road to close temporarily at Route 30
Contractors to widen highway through intersection near new Montgomery Wal-Mart - 8/23/2007
No bidders on OHS student-built home
School district chooses to list home with local Realtor - 8/23/2007
When will East students build their own home?
School board told it will take time - 8/23/2007
Farnsworth Home backdrop for commercial with Brad Pitt
8/23/2007
Oswego, Joliet poised to ink boundary pact
Approval by both municipalities could come in October - 8/16/2007
Hastert expected to retire
Annonymous sources cites; official announcment set for Friday - 8/16/2007
County disagrees on impact fee details
At odds on whether age-restricted communities should pay - 8/16/2007
Vehicle strikes teen in downtown Oswego
Driver faces multiple charges; police chief says drivers “should pay attention” - 8/16/2007
Endorse water rate hike for Montgomery, Boulder Hill
Village board Okays plan for increase over 20 year span - 8/16/2007
Oswego schools to hire communications director
Position may combine public relations, web site management duties - 8/16/2007
Population growth in Kendall County brings diversity
Census bureau numbers show cultural palette of area is changing - 8/16/2007
Oswego Village Board news briefs...
Trustees hang up on telephone attendance policy - 8/16/2007
Oswego area in line for $1.4 million in state funds
Governor has threatened budget veto - 8/16/2007
Hastert staffer outlines platform for state rep campaign
Social conservative says he’ll work across party lines to get things done - 8/16/2007
Oswego agency making no small plans
OEDC official: Boosting Orchard Rd., downtown business growth is goal - 8/16/2007
A closer look at your tax bill
More stores open but commercial tax base shrinks - 8/9/2007
Location key to how much you pay
Property tax bills can vary widely, even in the same township - 8/9/2007
Most property owners can get a tax break
Exemptions can mean savings - 8/9/2007
Taxes prove a foreign language for many
Here’s how terms translate into an actual property tax bill - 8/9/2007
Tax bill too high? Time to complain is long past
8/9/2007
YMCA planning Oswego facility
LeClercq accepts OEDC Board seat at annual dinner - 8/9/2007
Oswego to save on police station?
State budget includes provision that could net village an estimated $500,000 - 8/9/2007
Prairie Point Park work to start
Park district board awards contract for first phase of long-planned project - 8/9/2007
Park improvements will go in over next two years
8/9/2007
School construction projects progressing
Five new buildings and Boulder Hill, Lakewood Creek additions taking shape - 8/9/2007
OHS students shine in national competitions
Danca, Pattermann earn silver medals in separate events - 8/9/2007
School chief, board honor departing secretary
8/9/2007
Legislation to upgrade dam safety now law
Official: Measures already in place at Yorkville’s Palmer dam - 8/9/2007
Judge, county state’s attorney mend fences
Wegner, Weis had clashed over county courthouse expansion plan - 8/9/2007
Cross sees no end to state budget impasse
8/9/2007
Natural area blooms behind Prairie Point Center
Park district cultivates nursery; garden produces vegetables for food pantries - 8/9/2007
Oswego Police to try out ‘flex fuel’ squads
Plan to buy two Chevy Impala squad cars that run on either regular gas or E85 - 8/9/2007
Board warned of potential quarry lawsuit
8/9/2007
Expect 1,300 more students
Board views enrollment projections for new school year; puts budget on display - 8/2/2007
New code for student-athletes OK’d
Measure makes students responsible for actions year ‘round - 8/2/2007
Oswego may curb gas station alcohol sales
Board OK’s Murphy Oil license; agrees to review entire classifcation - 8/2/2007
Officials get close look at Rt. 30 library site
Board members review, choose concept for new Montgomery facility - 8/2/2007
Attorneys at odds over Open Meetings Act ruling
8/2/2007
Attorneys at odds over Open Meetings Act ruling
8/2/2007
Oswego Village Board news briefs...
Board shows signs of coming together - 8/2/2007
Rejection no surprise for Oswego appointee
Sollinger hints she may run for board seat in ’09 - 8/2/2007
Rejection no surprise for Oswego appointee
Sollinger hints she may run for board seat in ’09 - 8/2/2007
Oswego Board rancor has trickle down effect
Department heads, staff caught in middle; community image takes a hit - 8/2/2007
Montgomery, Yorkville officials in boundary talks
Officials now hopeful for agreement on tentative accord - 8/2/2007
Developers pull plug on landfill application
Proposal for southern Kendall County facility withdrawn prior to vote - 8/2/2007
Hatcher to seek state house seat
Stresses long-time service on local agency boards - 8/2/2007
Vaughn to return to court Sept. 4
Oswego man enters not guilty plea - 8/2/2007
No contracts yet for chief, administrator
LeClercq tells board he has yet to set date for talks - 8/2/2007
County board views courthouse expansion plans
Board favorable, but preliminary budgets for $33.8M project questioned - 8/2/2007
Kendall County Fair opens for another run
8/2/2007
New home slowdown hits tiny Kendall village
Sewer plant plans changed again - 8/2/2007
Yesteryear
From the pages of our history... - 8/2/2007
Oswego Village Board in political tumult
West, Rock walk out of meetings; LeClercq recants earlier pledge - 7/26/2007
Montgomery sets special census
Village seeking to boost share of state tax revenues - 7/26/2007
'Pool season' called a success so far
Park district officials "more than satisfied" with attendance - 7/26/2007
Two dog per household limit questioned
7/26/2007
Wal-Mart gas station liquor license bid questioned
Murphy Oil seeking Oswego approval to sell packaged beer and wine - 7/26/2007
Study: Settlers Cottage an historic gem
Building dates to the 1840s, architect tells Montgomery Village Board - 7/26/2007
Staff keeping busy this summer at Fox Bend
Family outings, new programs booming park district board told - 7/26/2007
New park master plan will include grant info
Consultant now assisting agency - 7/26/2007
Park board approves trail repair contract
7/26/2007
New home starts down sharply
Oswego, Montgomery both report mid-year declines - 7/19/2007
Attorney general seeks info on closed meetings
Kendall State’s Attorney, board chairman pledge to comply - 7/19/2007
County advised to reject landfill project
Attorney cites potential for groundwater contamination - 7/19/2007
Vote pending on school athletic code
Eighth graders entering district’s high schools would be included - 7/19/2007
School administrator takes Crystal Lake job
Murphy served 10 years with District 308 - 7/19/2007
Canoe chute at Montgomery dam?
Government support sought for engineering study - 7/19/2007
Canoe chute at Montgomery dam?
Government support sought for engineering study - 7/19/2007
Oswego committees in limbo—for now
Impasse over vacant village board seat cited as factor - 7/19/2007
LeClercq: No moratorium on new business projects
7/19/2007
Databases may be library’s best kept secret
Patrons can access info on computer virtually anywhere - 7/19/2007
Residents plead, but county won’t appeal
Weis: Judge’s ruling on quarry a “sound decision” - 7/19/2007
School board reviews strategic plan
Goal is equity among all district schools, board told - 7/19/2007
Montgomery supports Wal-Mart liquor request
Retailer seeking license to sell packaged alcoholic beverages from Orchard Rd. store - 7/19/2007
Prairie Parkway opponents join forces
Want funds to widen Rt. 47, improve other existing roads - 7/19/2007
Slow-to-arrive tax bills in mail
Official: Many property owners should expect to see increases - 7/12/2007
Vaughn taken off suicide watch
Suspect under “close observation” in Will County jail’s medical unit - 7/12/2007
County officials defend closed landfill meetings
“These are not secret meetings,” board chairman says - 7/12/2007
OK four percent library wage increases
7/12/2007
LeClercq: Oswego “moving forward”
Says dispute over vacant village board seat not hindering projects - 7/12/2007
Appointment impasse nothing new for Oswego
Previous village board took months to agree on nominee - 7/12/2007
State law could break Oswego impasse
Law would give LeClercq full appointment authority starting Jan. 1 - 7/12/2007
Freedom of speech varies at local meetings
Agencies permit public comment, but survey finds limitations differ - 7/12/2007
$7.4M library budget now in place
Includes $500,000 for book purchases; $194,000 for AV materials - 7/12/2007
“Bigger numbers” for courthouse expansion?
County board views plans for $23.3 million addition - 7/12/2007
Pit bulls: more bite than bark?
Few attacks here, but aggressive behavior remains a concern for some - 7/12/2007
OK Oswego Wal-Mart liquor license
Concerns voiced over retailer’s impact on local, independent store - 7/12/2007
School payments key to budget resolution?
Rep. Cross notes continuing acrimony in lawmakers’ talks - 7/12/2007
2,040 in library’s reading program
Goal met and exceeded, board told - 7/12/2007
OK administrator wage hikes
School officials’ increases average about four percent - 7/5/2007
Report pending on ponds
Oswego staff to present recommendations - 7/5/2007
Road work to start at Route 30-Orchard Rd.
Improvements for new Montgomery center - 7/5/2007
Oswego School District Board news briefs...
Work on early learning center progressing - 7/5/2007
County plans to spend $45M on roads
Projects include Orchard Road widening, Grove Road upgrades in Oswego - 7/5/2007
Kendall a meth “shopping ground”
Ingredients obtained here, but drug manufactured elsewhere, report finds - 7/5/2007
Remote meeting participation an Oswego issue
Board member seeks assurance he can still vote if absent - 7/5/2007
Yorkville Council’s landfill vote appealed
Attorneys charge proceedings “not fundamentally fair” - 7/5/2007
Owner anxious: student built home for sale
School district prices two story residence under market value - 7/5/2007
Policy sought on Oswego meeting tapes
Board asked to decide if tapes will be kept or destroyed - 7/5/2007
Yesteryear
From the pages of our history... - 7/5/2007
Vaughn in Missouri jail—for now
Extradition hearing called a “bump in the road” - 6/28/2007
Burden eased for Kimberly Vaughn’s parents
Had not slept through the night in a week, spokesman says - 6/28/2007
Oswego officials spar over meeting, vacancy
Schlaker charges LeClercq misled public, board; asks for apology - 6/28/2007
Legal battle over Ashland bridge continues
Township appeals circuit court decision that gave it ownership - 6/28/2007
New library site shifted east
Board OK’s location east of creek north of Rt. 30 in Montgomery - 6/28/2007
Parks to help pay for pond clean-up
Commissioners approve funding following staff, legal review - 6/28/2007
Rts. 34, 30, Hill Ave. widening work underway
Hill Avenue traffic will be detoured for ten days next month - 6/28/2007
Look for property tax bills in July
Mailing now expected by July 13 - 6/28/2007
$6.7 million park budget approved
Ballot follows silent public hearing - 6/28/2007
‘Backyard Grill’ is on at the aquatic center
6/28/2007
Montgomery Village Board news briefs...
OK Kaneland land-cash, impact fee pact - 6/28/2007
Oswego to proceed with special census
Officials aim to confirm home rule status, boost revenues - 6/28/2007
Split decision on Oswego downtown rezonings
6/28/2007
New Montgomery Police Officer sworn-in for duty
6/28/2007
Police mum on murders
Investigation into shooting deaths of Oswego mother and three children continuing - 6/21/2007
Pick architect to design third high school
School board unanimously Oks panel’s recommendation - 6/21/2007
Timetable to vary for school building projects
Timetable to vary for school building projects - 6/21/2007
Oswego School District Board briefs...
School bus drivers to get a raise - 6/21/2007
Pick former Oswego clerk for board vacancy
Board vote on LeClercq’s nominee pending due to lack of quorum - 6/21/2007
Nominee surprises absent Oswego trustees
Rock, West, Schlaker question process; had expected further interviews - 6/21/2007
School district board approves new hires
Appoint first business services director, Long Beach principal - 6/21/2007
Montgomery to open Arbor Ridge access drive
Court ruling on traffic citation prompts village board decision - 6/21/2007
More building projects on Oswego radar
Police, public works need more space as village grows - 6/21/2007
School board gets budget glimpse
2007-08 school year spending projected at nearly a quarter billion - 6/21/2007
Montgomery Police Dept. hosts national conference
6/21/2007
Macy’s eyes Kendall Co. for distribution center
6/21/2007
Parent: ‘Hands-on’ program needs a hand
Urges school board to retain program secretary, hire more staff - 6/21/2007
Yesteryear
From the pages of our history... - 6/21/2007
Third high school plan OK’d
School board backs superintendent’s recommendation - 6/14/2007
High school decision far-reaching
Board members react to superintendent’s recommendations - 6/14/2007
Late tax bills a pain for schools
Delay creates cash flow problems, may cost taxpayers - 6/14/2007
Oswego at impasse over appointment
Board fails to reach agreement after lengthy executive session - 6/14/2007
Special census bill “probably dead”
Oswego will likely have to pay more to confirm home rule status - 6/14/2007
Are county’s closed landfill meetings lawful?
Ledger-Sentinel seeks Illinois Attorney General’s opinion - 6/14/2007
New starting time for park meetings
Mattingly re-elected board president - 6/14/2007
Park district to acquire Plainfield homestead
Eye former residence for fine arts center - 6/14/2007
Hastert: Will he or won’t he run?
Decision expected this summer as line of candidate forms - 6/14/2007
Oswego committees await appointments
Village president continuing to seek volunteers to serve - 6/14/2007
More building projects on Oswego radar
Police, public works need more space as village grows - 6/14/2007
Break ground on Rush-Copley Yorkville facility
$22 million project expected to open next spring - 6/14/2007
Grant sought to expand forest preserve
Funds would also be used to spruce up, install path in Jay Woods - 6/14/2007
State plans to route highway through central Kendall Co.
6/7/2007
Oswego split on attorneys, meeting nights
Motion to OK LeClercq’s choice for law firm fails in deadlocked vote - 6/7/2007
Oswego Board to interview applicant for vacant seat
6/7/2007
Oswego Board OKs key staff appointments
6/7/2007
Schools expect to save $1 million
Changes in resource management cited as key to reduction - 6/7/2007
OHS student wins state contest
Entry focused on fictional restaurant on old lumber yard site - 6/7/2007
Honor comes at last for late educator
Signs near OHS designate Rt. 71 as “Daryl Thompson Highway” - 6/7/2007
Judge rules Vasquez must keep bracelet on
6/7/2007
New Oswego Board, same concerns
Homeowners oppose rezoning of two lots in Riverwood Farms Subdivision - 6/7/2007
Oswegoans tell of pond problems
Officials pledge to seek answers; eye tougher regulations - 6/7/2007
Businesses to grow into neighborhood?
Downtown expansion a concern for Oswego’s historic commission - 6/7/2007
Rotary Club offers to pay for Oswego gazebo
Structure would adjoin new village hall - 6/7/2007
Montgomery’s Kane County residents to get refunds
Billed mistakenly for bond sale - 6/7/2007
Line forming on Dem side for Hastert’s seat
Lauzen organizes committee - 6/7/2007
Kendall transit service bid backed
Montgomery supports concept for service, contribution - 5/31/2007
Park district buys fifth N. Adams home
Agency to have home demolished; land to be used for public open space - 5/31/2007
New Plainfield school a record-breaker
July 1 completion date earliest yet for Oswego School District - 5/31/2007
LeClercq announces choice for Oswego Board attorneys
Firm has represented area agencies - 5/31/2007
Road, signal work ahead on Rts. 30, 34
Extra lanes, signals to go in by new Menards, JCPenney retail center - 5/31/2007
Request for Ashlawn pond clean-up funds tabled
Commissioner wary of setting precedent; staff to seek legal advice - 5/31/2007
Montgomery standoff ends without incident
Kimberly Drive resident in custody - 5/31/2007
New Montgomery hall may have time capsule
Village board members voice support for idea - 5/31/2007
Park district to receive $1M in impact fees
Approve pact with developer in Plainfield’s Grande Park Subdivision - 5/31/2007
Report highlights Montgomery’s year
Village hall, effort to save Nicholson School, retail boom all noted - 5/31/2007
Apolzan departs park board after 12 years
Thanks present, past colleagues for working together - 5/31/2007
Three incumbents start new library board terms
5/31/2007
How soon for a third high school?
School board, administrators review enrollment projections, discuss options - 5/24/2007
Cross’ law firm out as Oswego’s attorneys
Attorney: Village president wants to move in another direction - 5/24/2007
“This is what the voters wanted”
Changes on Oswego Village Board’s Tuesday agenda - 5/24/2007
Witness to Oswego Board changes
Brad Rock has gone from coalition candidate to board’s senior member in six years - 5/24/2007
School officials expect to save $855,000
School board approves refinancing of $32.5 million bond sale - 5/24/2007
Bill to upgrade safety at dams approved
Awaits governor‘s signature; now under DNR review - 5/24/2007
Lawmakers get tough on underage drinking
Offenders would lose driver’s licenses for three months - 5/24/2007
Moratorium on new Oswego development?
LeClercq: move would allow time for comp plan review - 5/24/2007
Name Lakewood assistant principal
Currently a teacher in Bolingbrook - 5/24/2007
Better traffic flow at schools?
Transportation chief recommends several changes - 5/17/2007
Cost to rent Oswego School District facilities likely to rise
School board to consider 2.5 percent increase Monday - 5/17/2007
Montgomery opposed to cable bill
Village board, staff cite concerns over AT&T backed legislation - 5/17/2007
Oswego School District news briefs...
$433,620 bus lease agreement approved - 5/17/2007
Oswego Police track crime by zone
Report: Population up, but crime rate down - 5/17/2007
New era for Montgomery, Yorkville?
Michelini hopeful of restarting stalled boundary agreement talks - 5/17/2007
County OKs Light Rd. industrial park
5/17/2007
School board honors mentors
Tasks include working with new teachers - 5/17/2007
Montgomery increases building fees
5/17/2007
Council gives students a voice
Provide feedback on curriculum, other issues at Oswego East, Oswego High - 5/17/2007
Montgomery Village Board news briefs...
Three village hall contracts approved - 5/17/2007
Work on new school buildings progressing
Additions also underway at Lakewood Creek, Boulder Hill School - 5/17/2007
Aquatic park photo an award winner
Park district staffer secures top honors - 5/17/2007
School board split on officers
Young elected president in 4-3 ballot - 5/10/2007
Divided on state smoking ban
Reps. Cross, Lindner cite health concerns; Sens. Lauzen, Holmes favor local control - 5/10/2007
Courthouse expansion on track
Yorkville facility likely to gain an additional 128,000 square feet - 5/10/2007
New home starts slow in Oswego
132 first quarter permits issued, down 34 from 2006 - 5/10/2007
New Kendall GOP chair thinking young
Peshia wants more to run for committeemen posts - 5/10/2007
Oswego Village Board news briefs...
$325,000 targeted for street resurfacing - 5/10/2007
Judge: Ashland bridge belongs to township
Decision appears to settle dispute between Montgomery and township - 5/10/2007
New Oswego Board identifies goals
Upgraded web site, meeting night change, budget review among proposals - 5/10/2007
Kendall health report a mix of good, bad news
Cardiovascular disease, cancer leading cause of death here - 5/10/2007
OK OEDC contribution in split vote
Newly elected officials sought time for further review - 5/10/2007
Cicadas: Much to do about not too much?
Experts expect few local problems from bugs’ re-emergence - 5/10/2007
Hearings open on county landfill
“No process is perfect,” attorney tells Newark gathering - 5/10/2007
New era starts in Yorkville
Oswego, Montgomery officials seeking to boost cooperation - 5/10/2007
Yesteryear
From the pages of our history... - 5/10/2007
Earth Day called a success
5/3/2007
Smoking ban includes Fox Bend restaurant
5/3/2007
Montgomery’s “status quo” budget in place
5/3/2007
Site plan set for new Montgomery Village Hall
5/3/2007
New Oswego officials start terms Monday
5/3/2007
Start planning for third high school
Consultants now vying to design, oversee project - 4/26/2007
Schools name new technology director
4/26/2007
Arrest eight at large Boulder Hill gathering
CPAT agents search home - 4/26/2007
Oswego officials offer thanks, farewells
Weber credits ‘village team’ with accomplishments during tenure as president - 4/26/2007
Local highways on IDOT back burner—for now
Three Kendall projects would receive construction dollars in ’08 fiscal year - 4/26/2007
Oswego OKs incentive for west side Jewel
Weber casts tie-breaking vote during final meeting as president - 4/26/2007
Gag order issued in Route 31 crash case
State’s attorney objects to accepting blame for broadcast news report - 4/26/2007
Details released on crash that killed teens
Detective: vehicle was almost 30 mph over limit - 4/26/2007
Home starts back up in Montgomery
Slight increase reported over same period in 2006 - 4/26/2007
Library district’s transition fees adding up
Oswego, Montgomery, Plainfield all collecting funds for agency - 4/26/2007
Montgomery affirms attendance rule
Board won’t allow absent members to participate electronically - 4/26/2007
Oswego Village Board news briefs...
ComEd apparent victor in power pole talks - 4/26/2007
New Master Plan on park district’s agenda
4/26/2007
LeClercq elected Oswego president
Defeats two-term incumbent Weber by wide margin - 4/19/2007
A 'green victory' for Kendall County
Voters approve $45M open space referendum - 4/19/2007
Montessori School plan rejected
County officials cite Wolf's Crossing Rd. traffic concerns - 4/19/2007
Board split on superintendent's contract
Behlow's salary, benefits package to top $215,000 - 4/19/2007
Funds sought for Orchard Rd. widening
Montgomery officals lobby Kane Co. staffers during impact fee hearing - 4/19/2007
Michels, Giles, Schlaker win Oswego race
Outcome signals start of new era in village government - 4/19/2007
Incumbents prevail in Montgomery race
4/19/2007
A partial change for Oswego School Board
Voters elect one newcomer - 4/19/2007
Voters say "Yes" to West Aurora request
Operations referendum approved - 4/19/2007
Holmstrom gains park district seat
4/19/2007
New school boundaries approved
Action expected to impact more than 300 elementary students - 4/19/2007
Residents want to help with park work, board told
Park district officials meet with Grande Park Homeowners Assoc. - 4/19/2007
County board OKs landfill host pact
Michigan firm seeking to develop facility in Lisbon Township - 4/19/2007
Oswego expects sales tax windfall
Revenue boost from new stores estimated at $700,000 - 4/19/2007
Yesteryear
From the pages of our history... - 4/19/2007
Rare fossils found on quarry site
Conifer tree samples may be oldest found in North America - 4/19/2007
“It was the worst time it could hit”
40 years later, Kendall County Board chairman recalls experience in Belvidere tornado outbreak - 4/19/2007
Short lines at the polls next Tuesday?
Kendall County’s top election official expects light voter turnout - 4/12/2007
Growth, spending school race issues
Candidates express views during Plank Jr. High forum - 4/12/2007
Expect delay on Douglas Rd. widening
State OKs final plans, but land acquistion likely to slow work start - 4/12/2007
Oswego water rates to rise effective May 1
Village board approves 2.4 percent increase in split ballot - 4/12/2007
Former lumber yard’s sheds may come down
Oswego approves recapture agreement - 4/12/2007
Montgomery OKs road impact fee resolution
Officials concerned Kane fees will limit commercial development - 4/12/2007
Engineer: No cost overruns on project
Lists Town Center savings at $307,590 - 4/12/2007
Oswego Village Board news briefs...
Annual budget adopted in split ballot - 4/12/2007
Montgomery seeks residents’ views for new west side plan
Survey forms available on web site, at hall - 4/12/2007
Honor Oswego High National Merit Finalist
4/12/2007
Oswego residents to receive recycling carts
Deliveries scheduled for June - 4/12/2007
Plan to tear down homes for retail center
Nearby homeowners voice concerns to Oswego Village Board - 4/12/2007
Donate land for police station
New Oswego facility would adjoin fire station on Woolley Road - 4/5/2007
Split apparent in Oswego Board race
Candidates disagree on ethics pledge, some absent from Chamber forum - 4/5/2007
Montgomery names development director
Tompkins has worked locally and in Iowa - 4/5/2007
Village of Oswego commissions are seeking applicants
4/5/2007
Which direction, Oswego?
Village president candidates offer differing views at forum - 4/5/2007
Candidates critical of Oswego development
Some urge greater village accountability - 4/5/2007
Residents want to help with park work, board told
Park district officials meet with Grande Park Homeowners Assoc. - 4/5/2007
Number of library card holders cut
Staff purges 2,299 inactive card holders - 4/5/2007
Famous Dave’s get OKs
Restaurants to locate in Oswego - 4/5/2007
State cuts library’s per capita grant
Amount down slightly from last year - 4/5/2007
Oswego water rates likely to rise
Support voiced for hikes tied to Midwest Consumer Price Index - 3/29/2007
Bid to crack down on teen drinking
Offenders would face license suspensions under Cross bill - 3/29/2007
“Significant progress” in Oswego-ComEd talks
Utility considering village proposals - 3/29/2007
Oswego officials defend NIU community survey
Officials: Results statistically valid - 3/29/2007
Oswego approves five year garbage pact extension
Rates to increases; residents to receive recycling carts - 3/29/2007
Board: Don’t spend tax dollars on cottage
Montgomery staff told to seek more grants to pay for renovation - 3/29/2007
Grande Park bridge to span Stewart Road
Developer to pay for structure based on park district design - 3/29/2007
Hire principal for first childhood center
Oswego School District Board approves hiring - 3/29/2007
‘Hot Dog Man’ to return to Oswego park
Park district board approves new contract - 3/29/2007
Not guilty plea in Feb. 11 crash
State attorney’s: plea “very common” - 3/29/2007
Residents want to help with park work, board told
Park district officials meet with Grande Park Homeowners Assoc. - 3/29/2007
Fence mending time near in Montgomery
Repair notices will soon be sent to owners - 3/29/2007
Montgomery plans capital projects
New budget has funds for Rt. 30 signals, new village hall, Parker Ct - 3/22/2007
Governor’s gross receipts tax plan hit
Local officials: measure would fuel inflation, stifle business growth - 3/22/2007
Oswego to lobby Kane on Orchard Rd. work?
Official: Montgomery ‘bottleneck’ may hurt business attraction efforts - 3/22/2007
Support for Oswego parking ban questioned
Opponent charges NIU community survey results flawed - 3/22/2007
Oswego water rate hike recommended
Village board receives request for 17 percent increase - 3/22/2007
Boulder Hill School work set
$6.2 million for expansion, renovation projects - 3/22/2007
Schools more diverse, holding down costs
State releases overdue annual district report cards - 3/15/2007
Route 34, Orchard Road center plans endorsed
Homeowners question plans, voice concerns - 3/15/2007
Oswego Meijer store to open May 9
Village board approves liquor licenses for store, gas station - 3/15/2007
More electric line work planned on Rt. 34
But ComEd can’t combine projects, Oswego Board told - 3/15/2007
NIU survey: Oswegoans back parking ban
Growth, traffic congestion identified as key local concerns - 3/15/2007
“I love living here.” “...I hate what Oswego has become.”
Survey shows a divergence of views on growth, other issues - 3/15/2007
Lack of local shopping no longer a concern
Residents wanted more stores back in ’86 - 3/15/2007
Survey: Ledger-Sentinel top independent news source
2-1 advantage in Oswego market - 3/15/2007
Renovation work underway at Fox Bend
Park district board reviews lengthy list of projects - 3/15/2007
Oswego Village Board news briefs...
Office park approved east of Douglas Road - 3/15/2007
Renovation underway at Oswego’s Village Green
Agency replacing playground equipment - 3/15/2007
School board OKs tax warrant sale
$7.5M to cover expenses until property tax revenues arrive - 3/8/2007
Residents petition for library referendum
Seek vote on annexation of NaAuSay Township acreage - 3/8/2007
Oswego to ComEd: you pay to bury or move lines
A united village board grills utility reps on Rt. 34 line upgrades - 3/8/2007
Unveil elementary school boundary plan
Some East View, Churchill students may be shifted to new Plainfield school - 3/8/2007
Growth figures in Oswego election
Former officials say today’s candidates have to work harder, spend more - 3/8/2007
Repeal Oswego utility tax?
Village president candidates say they would like to see tax lifted, but... - 3/8/2007
Panel stumps for open space referendum
Official: $45M would help forest district save county’s “treasures” - 3/8/2007
Library poised to buy ‘mystery triangle’
U.S. Treasury or heirs to Loucks family to receive $28,000 - 3/8/2007
Question lingers: What became of the Wilsons?
First to homestead in Oswego area - 3/8/2007
Plan identifies Kendall’s key health issues
Mental health, substance abuse called “most pressing” - 3/8/2007
Orbiting astronaut talks with local students
Boulder Hill Elementary School linked with space station - 3/8/2007
Identify library’s adult department’s busiest days
389 new patrons registered last month - 3/8/2007
County board approves landfill legal expenses
3/8/2007
Montgomery official named Aurora Township Fire Chief
3/8/2007
Work to start on four new schools
$67M in contracts awarded for two elementary, two junior high schools - 3/1/2007
Agency to call residents in emergencies
KenCom’s “reverse 911” service can call 60,000 per hour - 3/1/2007
More lanes for Orchard overpass
Kendall County to use sales tax revenues to improve road in Oswego - 3/1/2007
Principals hired for new schools
School board splits ballot over Hunt Club principal - 3/1/2007
Police won’t rush crash investigation
Continue to interview witnesses at Boulder Hill party - 3/1/2007
Road work ahead in Montgomery
Bids sought for improvements near new Wal-Mart center - 3/1/2007
Galena Rd? Cannonball Trail?
Road segment off Route 30 given new name in effort to end confusion - 3/1/2007
New village hall concept plan OK’d
Montgomery Village Board moves to establish “new downtown” - 3/1/2007
Cost to bury Rt. 34 electric lines a shock
Oswego Village Board receives ComEd cost estimates - 3/1/2007
Park board backs new school bids
School in Southbury Subdivision to include addition for park district use - 3/1/2007
Final OKs for Circuit City, TFI Fridays, ULTA
National chains to open outlets along Route 34 corridor - 3/1/2007
Montgomery OKs plan for upscale subdivision
Blackberry Creek - 3/1/2007
Yesteryear
From the pages of our history... - 3/1/2007
Cross: Fund road, school costs with casino cash
2/22/2007
Fifth teen dies from crash injuries
More DUI, reckless homicide charges for driver - 2/22/2007
A first step towards widening Wolf Rd?
Oswego seeking engineering firm to prepare study - 2/22/2007
Area fire districts secure Fed grants
Agencies to use funds for equipment purchases - 2/22/2007
Montgomery applies for two bike trail grants
Trail connections, pedestrian bridge part of package - 2/22/2007
Montgomery water rates go up by 5 percent
2/22/2007
West Aurora Schools set referendum meetings
2/22/2007
Montgomery papers late...
Post office working on problem - 2/15/2007
Community mourns teens
Crash investigation continuing; driver faces DUI, reckless homicide charges - 2/15/2007
Crisis intervention efforts underway
175 OHS students seek services - 2/15/2007
Grief counselors on duty at schools
Superintendent urges parents to keep students in class - 2/15/2007
Wine festival permit approved
Oswego officials disagree on village’s sponsorship - 2/15/2007
Widen Orchard Road in Montgomery?
County lacks funds for $13M for project as traffic volume grows - 2/15/2007
Kane County Orchard Road traffic volumes compared
2/15/2007
Orchard Rd. wrecks more than doubled since 2003
2/15/2007
Current projects to swell enrollment
Even without more housing developments schools expect 15,300 students - 2/15/2007
Map targets site for third high school
Oswego School District planning for Plainfield, Joliet area enrollment boom - 2/15/2007
Judge tosses bid for landfill referendum
2/15/2007
Oswego Village Board news briefs...
LA Fitness health club gets final approval - 2/15/2007
Montgomery okays new garbage pact
Current rates frozen until ’09; second clean-up day added - 2/15/2007
Coyote sightings up in Kendall County
2/15/2007
Circuit City plans new Oswego store
Retailer eyes site at Rt. 34, Douglas Rd. - 2/8/2007
Bracing for more growth
Kendall County Plan Commission updated on Prairie Parkway, Fox Corridor, ‘Protect Kendall’ efforts - 2/8/2007
Open space referendum placed on April ballot
Forest preserve district to seek voter approval to sell $45M in bonds - 2/8/2007
Landfill application filed with county
$500,000 fee paid; over 5,000 pages of documents now on file - 2/8/2007
Opponents file petitions against landfill proposal
2/8/2007
Lawsuit against Yorkville man called a “slap suit”
Right to publicly criticize mayor defended - 2/8/2007
Bid for radio controlled plane site grounded
Park district officials say agency lacks suitable locale - 2/8/2007
Office park would be a first for Oswego
Plan commission to review plans for seven-building project - 2/8/2007
Races set for April 17 local election
Oswego Public Library District incumbents will run un-opposed - 2/8/2007
Oswego Village Hall site purchase finalized
Construction to resume on Rt. 31 site when weather permits - 2/8/2007
Switch park site in west side Oswego subdivision
Developers, park district come up with “better plan,” board told - 2/8/2007
He helped guide Montgomery’s growth
Long-time plan commissioner Jesse Vasquez steps down - 2/8/2007
School districts in tax mix-up
Oswego schools may have to pay Yorkville schools $217,508 - 2/1/2007
Firms bid on library bonds
Funds to help pay for new library, building expansion - 2/1/2007
Homebuilding slowed here in 2006
But 3,500 residential units still permitted for construction in Kendall - 2/1/2007
Boulder Hill crime rates compared
Sheriff’s Commander: subdivision similar to other area towns - 2/1/2007
Boulder Hill Subdivision:
Neither a town nor a village, but a “Census Designated Area" - 2/1/2007
Local election races take shape
Five file for three school board seats; filing period ends Monday - 2/1/2007
Montgomery retail centers taking shape
Expect spring opening for Ogden Hill at Routes 34, 30 - 2/1/2007
Park board views plans for Rt. 30 parcel
Park board views plans for Rt. 30 parcel - 2/1/2007
Joliet planning big Kendall Co. annexation
Developments would impact Oswego School District - 2/1/2007
Library district bids to expand
Seeks to annex 5,760 acres in NaAuSay - 2/1/2007
A referendum on four cent fuel tax?
Measure would give county authority to seek voter OK - 2/1/2007
Clock ticking on Yorkville TIF district
Clock ticking on Yorkville TIF district - 2/1/2007
Yesteryear
From the pages of our history... - 2/1/2007
OK bids for early childhood center
August opening planned for Oswego School District facility - 1/25/2007
Park district to have space in new school
Kindergarten and preschool programs will be offered in addition - 1/25/2007
Campaign signs already a concern
Oswego to send info to candidates on lawful placement - 1/25/2007
Complete village hall site purchase soon?
Oswego official optimistic for closing within the next two weeks - 1/25/2007
Weilert to leave Oswego Village Board
Says will not to seek re-election; to campaign for LeClercq - 1/25/2007
Grants spent without being recorded
All funds accounted for; official cites miscommunication - 1/25/2007
Montgomery Village Board news briefs...
Consultants to assist on village hall, other projects - 1/25/2007
Oswego OKs landfill traffic study review
Increased truck traffic a concern - 1/25/2007
Landfill opinions? Board won’t be able to say
Law muzzles officials from voicing opinions after application is filed - 1/25/2007
“Your community is happy”
Residents give park district high marks in survey, board told - 1/25/2007
Oswego School District Board news briefs...
OK release of $500,000 in escrow funds - 1/25/2007
School district organizing finance advisory committee
Panel to provide independent reviews - 1/25/2007
Montgomery publishes ‘popular’ budget
Montgomery publishes ‘popular’ budget - 1/25/2007
Park locale switched in new subdivision
Project on site of old Oswego Drag Strip - 1/25/2007
New Oswego retail centers to add businesses
Village board votes clear way for T.G.I. Friday’s, daycare center, bank - 1/25/2007
Architects to design 12 new schools
School district board hires Batavia-based firm - 1/18/2007
School boundary changes coming
35 volunteer to serve on school district committee - 1/18/2007
LeClercq joins race for Oswego president
Pledges to bring “new vision” to village government - 1/18/2007
No issue shortage for Oswego candidates
Weber’s, LeClercq’s differing views evident in board votes - 1/18/2007
Oswego village hall work on hold
Spending embargo likely to delay completion until early next year - 1/18/2007
Oswego may buy electricity from co-op
Official recommends village also stay with ComEd for street lighting - 1/18/2007
Montgomery rejects liquor license request
Cite conflict with downtown plans - 1/18/2007
Deliberations end, county committees set
Purcell finance chairman; Vickery disappointed - 1/18/2007
Kendall landfill application expected
Public notice issued, county should have documents by Feb. 5 - 1/18/2007
Stuck in the middle
Kendall resident’s home between two landfill sites - 1/18/2007
Open space referendum on ballot?
Issue on forest preserve agenda - 1/18/2007
$450M school bond sale assured
State lawmakers override governor’s veto - 1/11/2007
“Yes” for west side Oswego projects
Studio Shops, commercial building, subdivision receive board OKs - 1/11/2007
Montgomery OKs Ashland bridge pact
Addresses snow plowing issue while parties await court ruling - 1/11/2007
Sheriff’s Dept. may replace 16 year-old software
Proposed new system expected to improve record-keeping - 1/11/2007
Oswego Village Board news briefs...
Engineering firm retained in split ballot - 1/11/2007
West Board OKs referendum resolution
Funds would pay for portable classrooms at Montgomery’s Nicholson School - 1/11/2007
Montgomery OKs Rt. 30 parcel TIF pact
Developer has until Sept. 1 to prepare library building pad - 1/11/2007
To run or not to run for election?
Oswego incumbents mull options as filing week approaches - 1/11/2007
Grant to pay for new fire district simulator
Insurance companies donate $7,500 - 1/11/2007
Oswego Wi-Fi study underway
Weber: service could benefit residents, business - 1/4/2007
A final resting place for Fido
County's first pet cemetery to have space for animals both big and small - 1/4/2007
Busy year ahead for Oswego schools
District has grown from 7 to 17 schools in just six years - 1/4/2007
Douglas Rd. widening on Oswego agenda
Construction also expected to proceed on new village hall - 1/4/2007
Work expected on new Montgomery hall
Keeping Nicholson Elementary in village also on new year agenda - 1/4/2007
Land buys among '06 highlights for agency
Fox Bend Golf Course, riverfront parcel now part of park district - 1/4/2007
Library district ready to expand facilities
Construction of second campus in Montgomery on '07 agenda - 1/4/2007
Kendall leader expects more growth
Board chairman notes increasing demand for facilities - 1/4/2007
County committee assignments rejected again
1/4/2007
TGI Friday's eyes site in new Oswego center
Commission to review proposal tonight - 1/4/2007
Yesteryear
From the pages of our history... - 1/4/2007
Help available in any language
Service helps police break down language barriers - 12/28/2006
What's next for soon to be old village halls?
Both Oswego, Montgomery will be looking at options for older buildings - 12/28/2006
County board members spar over committee assignments
Committees will have to wait until the New Year - 12/28/2006
School panel to help re-draw boundaries
Residents have until Jan. 5 to file applications - 12/28/2006
Local officials had plenty to say in 2006
Our annual listing of some of the more memorable quotes from the past year - 12/28/2006
Stories that mattered: Part I
A look back at the local events that captured headlines here in 2006 - 12/28/2006
Stories that mattered: Part 2
A look back at the local events that captured headlines here in 2006 - 12/28/2006
OK $5.3M park district tax levy
Agency officials expect property tax rate to decline - 12/21/2006
Making spirits light
Oswegoan's Yule display all about the memories - 12/21/2006
School boundary panel now being organized
Residents have until Jan. 5 to apply for committee spots - 12/21/2006
Agencies vying to preserve woods
Seek donations to complete first purchase in Reservation Woods - 12/21/2006
Rep. Cross optimistic on stem cell bills
$25 million in tobacco lawsuit funds would help pay for research - 12/21/2006
Widen Wolf's Crossing Road all at once?
Oswego Village Board told project may be financially feasible - 12/21/2006
Decision soon on river restaurant?
Oswego Board hearing on River Run project Jan. 8 - 12/21/2006
Strong opinions on Prairie Parkway plans
Hundreds view state proposals at two public hearings - 12/21/2006
"I haven't received a complaint yet"
223 acre Will County landfill opened two years ago; Kendall application pending - 12/21/2006
Third firm eyes Kendall County for landfill site
12/21/2006
Portable classrooms coming to Nicholson?
West School Board reviews referendum proposal - 12/21/2006
Agency wants to keep school in Montgomery
MEDC Board passes resolution - 12/21/2006
Four candidates file for Montgomery race
Voters to determine three seats April 17 - 12/21/2006
Contract talks OK'd with courthouse design team
County board sets February deadline to reach agreement - 12/21/2006
Boulder Hill, lakewood school work set
$10.93M expansion work to increase pupil capacity to 750 at each school - 12/14/2006
$97 million school tax levy approved
No public comment during hearing - 12/14/2006
Property taxes have their own language
Definitions given to common terms - 12/14/2006
Oswego School District Board news briefs...
Award first contract for education center - 12/14/2006
Ashland bridge dispute now a legal matter
Montgomery asks court to declare Aurora Township responsible - 12/14/2006
Boulder Hill 'pioneer' remembered
Ruth Skaggs chronicled unincorporated subdivision's early years - 12/14/2006
Oswego won't oppose Rt. 25 bridge plan
Village board rejects resolution against widening structure - 12/14/2006
Montgomery snares "Settlers Cottage" grants
Officials seek funding to restore small home on village hall site - 12/14/2006
Oswego Village Board news briefs...
OK Wolf's Crossing office building - 12/14/2006
Yorkville candidates need Internet to access forms
Legal concerns cited for policy change - 12/14/2006
Montgomery officials expect tax rate drop
Village board approves $1.5M levy - 12/14/2006
Montgomery OKs new staff salary schedule
12/14/2006
Oswego plowing priorities still the same
Primary, secondary roads cleared before village's 200 cul-de-sacs - 12/14/2006
Fox Bend Golf Course purchase authorized
Oswegoland Park District poised to assume full ownership - 12/14/2006
Villages take stand against impact fee bill
Oswego, Montgomery village board pass resolutions opposing SB 2777 - 12/14/2006
Montgomery incumbents bid to retain seats
One week period for candidates to file petitions ends next Monday - 12/14/2006
General Assembly approves Oswego Schools' bond relief
12/7/2006
Revised Rt. 25 bridge plan endorsed
Oswego village staff recommends board approval - 12/7/2006
Montgomery home of AU Spartans?
Panel hears of plan to locate university athletic fields in the village - 12/7/2006
Orchard Road Wal-Mart a lure for retailers
Others reported eyeing sites in new Montgomery shopping center - 12/7/2006
Oswego approves $1 million tax levy
Village board also receives favorable comprehensive audit - 12/7/2006
"Fantastic job"
Oswego snow plow drivers commended - 12/7/2006
Number of Lakewood homes in tax sale up
50 failed to pay annual Special Assessment fee, board told - 12/7/2006
Narrow search for courthouse design teams
County board moving ahead with planned expansion - 12/7/2006
Seniors request space in new Oswego hall
Village officials seek meeting with seniors, park district, township - 12/7/2006
Yesteryear
From the pages of our history... - 12/7/2006
Oswego tables vote on Rt. 25 bridge resolution
Engineer suggests board ask state agency to revise plans - 11/30/2006
Montgomery backs trash pact extension
Revised proposal would lock-in rates, add second clean up day each year - 11/30/2006
Proposed new garabage rates listed
11/30/2006
Hazmat team secures Oswego chlorine leak
Investigate cause of well house incident - 11/30/2006
Radon faound in over half of surveyed homes
Testing recommended; kits available through county agency - 11/30/2006
Eye-opening medical experience
OHS medical class gets taste of live in ER - 11/30/2006
Time approaches to mend fences in Montgomery
Building department to notify property owners to make repairs - 11/30/2006
Development director submits resignation
Furfori organized Montgomery department - 11/30/2006
OK funds for Route 34 underpass study
Path would extend under Fox River bridges at Hudson Crossing Park - 11/30/2006
Nicholson decision to school board
Montgomery officials hopeful school will remain in village - 11/30/2006
Library board mulls joining consortium
Membership would impact circulation system and patrons, board told - 11/30/2006
Joint library programs drew a crowd
676 attended events at Oswego, Aurora, North Aurora libraries - 11/30/2006
Montgomery to seek cable TV expert
Board backs hiring consultant to assist in franchise agreement talks - 11/30/2006
Montgomery approves new police contract
Village officials hopeful of retaining more officers under agreement - 11/30/2006
OK plans for four more schools
Five buildings expected to be under construction by next spring - 11/23/2006
Schools hire construction services director
11/23/2006
School enrollment up by nearly 10%
Number of students has doubled in six years - 11/23/2006
Building program up to state lawmakers
Cross hopeful on passage of legislation to raise debt limit - 11/23/2006
Oswego OKs survey in split ballot
Two board members object to lack of prior review - 11/23/2006
Oswego to ask state to change bridge plan
Board objects to IDOT's plan for three lane structure on Rt. 25 - 11/23/2006
Wait for more lanes on Rt. 71 to continue
IDOT still needs to buy 40 parcels - 11/23/2006
LeClercq considering Oswego president bid
Board member has taken out petitions - 11/23/2006
Task force: rebuild Nicholson on current site
Panel reviews other options but recommendation is unanimous - 11/23/2006
School board receives Nicholson recommendation
Voice appreciation to task force - 11/23/2006
Hearings set on Prairie Parkway plans
IDOT considering two routes through Kendall County - 11/23/2006
Automation a boon to library district staff
TeleCirc system made 2,874 patron reminder calls in October - 11/23/2006
OK plans for early childhood center
Stand-alone facility will be built off Wolf's Crossing Road in Oswego - 11/16/2006
Park board agrees to trade land to schools
Schools to build addition at new school - 11/16/2006
Fox Bend golf course to have one owner
Oswegoland Park District to purchase Fox Valley Park District's share - 11/16/2006
Park district to buy Rt. 25 parcel
Four acres fronts Fox River - 11/16/2006
Superintendent: no decision yet on school
Uncertainty over Nicholson's fate sparks emotions at forum - 11/16/2006
New site for Montgomery's Nicholson School?
Village staff to present potential locations to task force - 11/16/2006
A pedestrian underpass for Route 31?
Structure would improve access to new village hall, Oswego Board told - 11/16/2006
Kendall officials anticipate road upgrades
Passage of sales tax referendum to provide needed funding - 11/16/2006
Fed funding pipeline to run dry?
Area officials assess impact of Hastert's departure as Speaker - 11/16/2006
From fire dept. gear to bridges and highways
Hastert has brought home millions to local agencies - 11/16/2006
Weber to seek third term as Oswego president
Cites record in announcing 2007 re-election plans - 11/16/2006
Oswego Village Board news briefs...
Final OK for Orchard Rd. medical clinic - 11/16/2006
Plan for Orchard Rd. Jewel store backed
Oswego panel sends favorable recommendation to village board - 11/16/2006
School referendum passes
$450M bond sale to pay for 14 new schools, renovations - 11/9/2006
On the way up
New assessments given for 41,000 Kendall properties - 11/9/2006
Third time the charm for Kendall road tax
11/9/2006
Democrat Holmes claims Petka's State Senate seat
Aurora vote key to victory over Wintermute - 11/9/2006
Republican incumbents cruise to easy wins here
Lindner, Lauzen prevail over Dem rivals - 11/9/2006
Voters approve South Park, Moecherville Fire Dept. merger
Referendum passes with 80% of vote - 11/9/2006
Hastert claims easy victory over Laesch
But tenure as Speaker to end as Dems claim control of House - 11/9/2006
Vets tax referendum OK hailed as a mandate
11/9/2006
Republicans maintain county board dominance
Incumbents, Martin victorious - 11/9/2006
Jazzed up for the Grammys
Local musician on final ballot for nomination - 11/9/2006
Plainfield OKs Oswego Library impact fees
Village board questions, but approves request for homebuilder funds - 11/9/2006
Lower Lakewood Creek SA bills?
Bond re-funding expected to net homeowner savings - 11/9/2006
Nicholson Task Force to review potential sites
11/9/2006
Montgomery now an option for school site
Consultant proposes rebuilding Nicholson Elementary in the village - 11/9/2006
Oswego water tower may come down
19 year-old structure has been out of service since '97 - 11/9/2006
Yesteryear
From the pages of our history... - 11/9/2006
Schools seek $450 million
Bonds would pay for renovations, additions and 14 new buildings - 11/2/2006
Referendum not a rate hike request
But amount owed to school district on tax bills likely to rise with assessments - 11/2/2006
Hastert faces challenger from home
Navy veteran Laesch also a Kendall County resident - 11/2/2006
School funding among senate race issues
Holmes, Wintermute vie to succeed Ed Petka in Springfield - 11/2/2006
Plenty of discouragement to go around?
Candidates face a tough audience as they knock on local doors - 11/2/2006
Montgomery area fire districts seek merger
South Park, Moecherville bid to upgrade service, cut duplicated costs - 11/2/2006
Veterans' Commission seeks funding
Two cent rate hike would fund assistance programs - 11/2/2006
Ledger-Sentinel a NINA award winner
Newspaper staff honored with 10 awards in annual contest - 11/2/2006
Fire no cause for alarm at Oswego Library
Documents burned as mortgage on 1996 addition paid off early - 11/2/2006
Oswegoland Park District Board news briefs...
New policy bars dogs from park buildings - 11/2/2006
SA vs. SSA: fee confusion a concern
Montgomery officials post information on web site - 11/2/2006
Grant secured to complete Prairie Point Park
Park district officials credit Cross with securing $400,000 - 11/2/2006
Montgomery Task Force to look at school options
Fate of Nicholson School at issue - 11/2/2006
Close Nicholson? Residents can learn about plans, voice opinions
Facilities plan topic for Nov. 8 meeting - 11/2/2006
Library board OKs impact fee agreement
Officials now await ballot by Plainfield Village Board - 11/2/2006
Downtown Oswego park to grow again
OK demolition pact for vacant homes - 11/2/2006
Oswego School District energy costs cut
Consultant estimates savings in excess of $1 million - 10/26/2006
Reading, math scores show improvement
Oswego School District Board receives preliminary test scores - 10/26/2006
Montgomery officials deny ethnic bias charge
Tell residents failed grant bid delayed Parker Court work - 10/26/2006
OK liquor license for unincorporated winery
Supreme court ruling clears way for Oswego Village Board vote - 10/26/2006
Montgomery vying to keep school in village
Task force to review "three to four viable options" - 10/26/2006
Close Nicholson? Residents can learn about plans, voice opinions
Facilities plan topic for Nov. 8 meeting - 10/26/2006
Six year-old IDOT bill a surprise for Oswego
Board votes to amend budget to pay for 2000 water main project - 10/26/2006
Oswego's elected officials to receive a raise
First increase since '93 effective after April 2009 election - 10/26/2006
A plan for Wolf's Crossing Road?
Daily traffic volume up 1,500 vehicles in seven months, Oswego Board told - 10/26/2006
School board election petition forms available
Voters to determine three seats in '07 - 10/26/2006
$6.6M Montgomery village hall budget OK'd
Village board also approves interior materials - 10/26/2006
No crackdown on illegal campaign signs
Montgomery Board attorney cites Constitutional concerns - 10/26/2006
Panel wants more info on Route 34 rezoning
Property located off Washington St. - 10/19/2006
What if voters say "no" to schools?
Larger class sizes "a given"; program cuts, split shifts possible, official says - 10/19/2006
Sewer bill scofflaws to lose water service
Montgomery, Oswego among area towns in talks with Fox Metro - 10/19/2006
Big changes in store for Oswego's downtown
Pending projects expected to key transformation - 10/19/2006
Work starts on Montgomery Wal-Mart center
Starbucks among tenants for Orchard Crossing outlots - 10/19/2006
Residents object to wider Rt. 25 bridge
Urge Oswego officials to ask state to revise plans - 10/19/2006
Lakewood Creek park work starts tomorrow
Park district officials set ground-breaking - 10/19/2006
Official: office space inquiries on the rise
Three projects pending in Oswego - 10/19/2006
Yesteryear
From the pages of our history... - 10/19/2006
Standing by their man in Congress
Area GOP lawmakers back Hastert amidst Foley flap - 10/12/2006
If voters say yes, schools will be expanded
10/12/2006
Oswego OKs Main Street restaurant
Capri Ristorante to open in new building at Main, Jackson streets - 10/12/2006
Controversial Rt. 31 project endorsed
Oswego panel hears from River Run supporters, opponents - 10/12/2006
Oswego 'super-sizes' new village hall
Board OKs $1.2M addition along with $8M in base bids - 10/12/2006
Plan to develop old drag strip site
Oswego panel endorses annexation, rezoning for mixed use project - 10/12/2006
Names of drag strip boosters in early plans
10/12/2006
Oppose plan for rural subdivision
Oswego officials say county approval would speed land's development - 10/12/2006
New post office parking plan set
New scheme restores diagonal spaces - 10/12/2006
Panel wants more info on Route 34 rezoning
Property located off Washington St. - 10/12/2006
Health reimbursement an issue for county workers
Committee to consider reinstating pact for non-union employees - 10/12/2006
Oswego to celebrate end of Town Center work
Village invites affected residents to "Picnic in the Park" - 10/12/2006
Wi-Fi service for all of Oswego?
Weber wants task force to study need - 10/12/2006
Set four school forums
District seeking passage of $450M bond referendum - 10/5/2006
Library district's impact fee hike tabled
Agency official expects favorable Plainfield Village Board vote - 10/5/2006
Residents petition for library annexation vote
10/5/2006
Oswego delays decision on garbage pact
Village board agrees to take up issue again early next year - 10/5/2006
Stop sign sought near new schools
Oswego committee to review request - 10/5/2006
History sought in old privy holes
Diggers in quest for early Montgomery artifacts - 10/5/2006
Montgomery honored for preserving Murst Farms
Picked for "outstanding advocacy" - 10/5/2006
Federal judge tosses Oswego discrimination case
10/5/2006
Post office parking sparks complaints
Diagonal spaces near building taken out after Oswego street widened - 10/5/2006
Library board approves annual budget
Revenue request up, but tax rate drop expected - 10/5/2006
Library had 47,642 patrons in August
Many used self check system, board told - 10/5/2006
Village board news briefs...
Oswego may save $300,000 on special census - 10/5/2006
Expect $24M in developer fees
School officials plan to use funds to cut building bond debt - 9/28/2006
Montgomery to re-bid garbage pact
Current service, charges to remain in place through 2008 - 9/28/2006
Presiding Kendall County Judge to leave bench
9/28/2006
Ledger-Sentinel wins five state press awards
Articles, photos, graphic honored in Illinois Press Association contest - 9/28/2006
Plan for "blizzard" of school projects
District will hire three architectural firms if Nov. 7 referendum passes - 9/28/2006
More teachers, but still more students
Total staff is up 9 percent compared to 11.4 percent for students - 9/28/2006
Montgomery Village Board news briefs...
Police will have chance to show off new station - 9/28/2006
Montgomery Hall cost estimates on rise
Increasing prices for materials factor in revised estimate - 9/28/2006
Park board OKs hiring grant consultant
Agency officials expect to recoup cost of $14,000 contract - 9/28/2006
New Montgomery Hall costs rising
Extra costs estimated at $400,000 - 9/28/2006
A local site for radio controlled airplane field?
Hobbyist's request prompts park officials to plan trips to area facilities - 9/28/2006
Woman pulled from car in burning garage
Police hail three for bravery after Tuesday morning wreck - 9/21/2006
Montgomery state's seventh fastest growing town
Special census found more than 14,000 now living in the village - 9/21/2006
Library district bids to expand
Agency asking voters to sign petitions to place proposal on ballot - 9/21/2006
Oswego expected to resume trash talks
Revised proposal would keep weekly recycling; provide choice of toter sizes - 9/21/2006
County attorneys: landfill talks have "died"
But rep for developers says there is still "room to negotiate" - 9/21/2006
Drag strip celebration a big hit
Thousands turned out Saturday night in downtown Oswego - 9/21/2006
Remembering the roar:
Police issued more than 100 tickets to race fans here in '57 - 9/21/2006
Did it fall from the sky?
Former Oswego Police chief may have found a meteorite - 9/21/2006
How much will new Oswego Village Hall cost?
Bid opening for new municipal center facility next Tuesday - 9/21/2006
Montgomery awarded "cottage" grants
Funds to help pay for report, restoration of historic home - 9/21/2006
Issue foundation permit for Montgomery Wal-Mart
Completion anticipated by next summer - 9/21/2006
New county budget position requested
9/21/2006
Enrollment numbers up again
14,091 students attend classes on first day - 9/14/2006
School budget approved
No public comment offered prior to vote - 9/14/2006
Group set to seek passage of school tax referendum
$450 million request on Nov. 7 ballot - 9/14/2006
$250,000 hot dog stand?
Cost for Oswego East High concession stand questioned - 9/14/2006
Oswego Village Board news briefs...
Approve plans for Route 34 shopping center - 9/14/2006
Plan more hearings on Prairie Parkway
State official says construction may start in 2009 - 9/14/2006
Propose Main Street restaurant
Oswego panel endorses parking variance, site plan in split ballots - 9/14/2006
Lakewood Creek park contract approved
Work expected to start this month; completion anticipated by next summer - 9/14/2006
Camp to keep liquor license
9/14/2006
Montgomery Village Board news briefs...
58 homes permitted for construction in August - 9/14/2006
School board honors students, East staffer
9/14/2006
No action on Oswego garbage pact
9/14/2006
Suggest sales tax to fund new police station
Home rule status would give Oswego ability to collect tax - 9/14/2006
9/11 shock waves felt here
Terror attacks prompted changes for emergency agencies - 9/7/2006
Hastert on 9/11: "I'll never forget that day"
9/7/2006
Kendall WWII veteran saw smoke of war again
9/7/2006
Seek to designate Oswego crosswalks
Move would compel motorists to yield to pedestrians on Rt. 34 downtown - 9/7/2006
Metra rail facilities for Montgomery?
Village to use federal grant funds to complete study - 9/7/2006
Annual report: library usage growing
Agency also spent more than $288,000 on materials - 9/7/2006
Kendall County told it can fund future buildings, staff
Consultant says county capital plan is "affordable" - 9/7/2006
County delays vote on PNA Camp special use permit
Measure tabled for further study, future action - 9/7/2006
Minkler Rd. subdivision OK'd in split ballots
194 acre project gets green light from Oswego Village Board - 9/7/2006
A major award
Bachelor holdout to win stocks, BIG trophy - 9/7/2006
Yesteryear
From the pages of our history - 9/7/2006
Kendall officials mourn loss of probation director
Colleagues remember Becker as a hardworking innovator - 9/7/2006
$450 million school referendum on ballot
Record amount sought to build 13 more schools, renovation projects - 8/31/2006
Oswego seeks bids on new village hall
Architects receive authorization in split vote - 8/31/2006
Oswego Board clashes over garbage pact
Vote on amended Allied Waste contract expected Sept. 11 - 8/31/2006
Plaza to go in front of new village hall
Montgomery Village Board OKs "significant change" in plans - 8/31/2006
Oswego Village Board news briefs...
Interim repairs OK'd for Douglas Road - 8/31/2006
Collect five West Nile mosquitos in Oswego
But no reported cases here - 8/31/2006
Montgomery approves JCPenney store
Village officials pleased to have retailer locate in new Rt. 34 center - 8/31/2006
52,622 visited library in July, board told
New circulation record also set - 8/31/2006
Montgomery declines developer's request
Curbs, gutters, sidewalk required in project - 8/31/2006
Library may change circulation system
Agency may join consortium - 8/31/2006
Kendall officials mourn loss of probation director
Colleagues remember Becker as a hardworking innovator - 8/31/2006
Newest Kendall town's mayor won't run again
Peterson has served Millbrook since '03 - 8/31/2006
Cable TV pact up for renewal
Montgomery officials plan study of ComCast's performance, services, revenues - 8/24/2006
Present plan for riverbank open space
8/24/2006
Oswego may seek bids soon for village hall
Village board scheduled to receive final cost estimates Monday - 8/24/2006
OHS, OEHS comparable on crime
More reports filed at OHS last school year, police records show - 8/24/2006
School officers have to multi-task
Crime prevention just one aspect of the full-time job - 8/24/2006
Larger buses now serving Oswego Park-n-Ride site
Pace also adjusts bus schedule - 8/24/2006
Oswego School District Board news briefs...
New school plan contains five strategies - 8/24/2006
Escape to Oswego
"Prison Break" TV drama depicts village - 8/24/2006
Approve plan for school referendum
Funding sought to pay for 13 new schools and expansion projects - 8/17/2006
State law changes school referendum language, process
8/17/2006
Board accepts Behlow's recommendations
Dist. 308 expects 31,000 students by 2012-13 school year - 8/17/2006
A Traughber Junior High timeline
8/17/2006
Jewel-Osco to locate on Orchard Road
First large retailer for new Oswego shopping center - 8/17/2006
Park district may gain Grande Park senior center
Developer may donate facility to parks - 8/17/2006
Construction starts on Montgomery Menards
Store will anchor new center at Routes 34, 30 - 8/17/2006
Seek proposals for courthouse project
Kendall board declines to start negotiations with Batavia-based firm - 8/17/2006
Pact between Kendall, veterans agency OK'd
Preservation ordinance also endorsed - 8/17/2006
"We're bleeding to death at the border"
Hastert: Immigration tops list of constituent concerns - 8/17/2006
Reduce Lakewood Creek assessment fees?
Montgomery officials back plan to re-fund bond sale - 8/17/2006
Yorkville camp complaints prompt zoning hearing
Kendall board seeks changes to special use after event causes traffic problems - 8/17/2006
Plainfield considering Oswego library fee hike request
Oswego Public Library District requesting up to $545 in fees per three bedroom home - 8/17/2006
Oswego plans garbage pick-up survey
After months of talks, board opts to seek residents' input over amending current pact - 8/10/2006
Closing Montgomery school not a sure thing
School chief: proposal starts dialog on district's facilities, finances - 8/10/2006
Assisted living home proposed on Grove Rd.
Oswego Board also reviews plans for Minkler Rd. subdivision - 8/10/2006
Former official sentenced in exploitation case
Reaves served four years on the Yorkville School Board - 8/10/2006
Traffic signal preemption system pact OK'd
Oswego police, fire district will split cost for system that changes red lights to green - 8/10/2006
Support voiced for Target liquor license
Oswego expected to OK request Aug. 28 - 8/10/2006
Public events planned 'down on the farm'
Residents will have two chances to visit former Montgomery farmstead this month - 8/10/2006
Superintendent's recommendations spur debate
Oswego School Board likely to make final decision at their Aug. 14 meeting - 8/3/2006
Overview of facilities committee suggestions
8/3/2006
Lanner Group considered for parks' planning firm
8/3/2006
Small area fire districts plan merger
South Park, Moecherville petition for November referendum - 8/3/2006
Garbage contract back on Oswego agenda
Board may ballot on pact during special meeting Monday - 8/3/2006
Road trip: Oswego Village Board tours the town
Officials from other taxing districts also invited on subdivision, park tour - 8/3/2006
Cross, cops, schools aim for kid-safe cyberspace
8/3/2006
School district budget to top $147 million
Tentative operating budget is in the black for the 2006-07 fiscal year - 8/3/2006
Just what is the Education Fund, anyway?
8/3/2006
Oswego School District Board news briefs...
Schools hire first female high school athletic director - 8/3/2006
Life experience helps assistant SA in long career
Jean Fletcher retires after 25 years as prosecutor in Kendall County - 8/3/2006
Ex-Yorkville School Board member may get jail time
8/3/2006
Review plans for Montgomery JCPenney store
Department store on village plan commission's Aug. 17 agenda - 8/3/2006
Park district may limit boaters in ponds, lakes
8/3/2006
Yesteryear
From the pages of our history... - 8/3/2006
Home starts slow
Montgomery, Oswego report drop in permits - 7/27/2006
Cross: wait till next year on school, road bill
Pending election prompted lawmakers to steer clear of bill-for now - 7/27/2006
New site for century-old barn
Oswego couple has barn moved near home on Minkler Road - 7/27/2006
Opinions split on preservation ordinance
Advocates disagree on revised measure's effectiveness - 7/27/2006
Public stays away from public hearing
No testimony offered on Oswego project - 7/27/2006
Kendall plan anticipates major growth
Lists expansion projects as population grows to 195,041 in 14 years - 7/27/2006
Oswego officials mull census timing
Board weighs costs, risk of scheduling full population count - 7/27/2006
Oswego Village Board news brief...
Town Center water connections complete - 7/27/2006
Road work ahead
Oswego approves $291,739 contract for street upgrades - 7/20/2006
Close Montgomery elementary school?
Village officials concerned by proposal before school board - 7/20/2006
School's namesake taught village students for 47 years
7/20/2006
Domestic situation ends without incident
Oswego Police respond in force on Victoria La. - 7/20/2006
Impact fees key issue in library district dispute
Plainfield annexation could cost Oswego Library District thousands - 7/20/2006
Study examines poverty in Kendall, state
Health dept. director notes gap between wages, housing costs - 7/20/2006
Montgomery tax revenues trending upward
Report indicates village has recovered from loss of Dominick's, Eagle - 7/20/2006
Plans for Route 34 shopping center advance
Oswego Board reviews pact for project that includes single, multi-family homes - 7/20/2006
Douglas Road water main pact approved
Montgomery will move main; Oswego will contribute $50,000 - 7/20/2006
Big Yorkville shopping center endorsed
Homeowners object, but commission unanimous in support - 7/20/2006
Yorkville panel backs Route 30 annexation
Property subject of boundary dispute - 7/20/2006
Seek tax hike for veterans commission
County board approves November referendum try - 7/20/2006
Kendall County Board news briefs...
New RV rules approved in split ballot - 7/20/2006
Fireworks crackdown pays off
Fireworks crackdown pays off - 7/13/2006
Montgomery OKs Rt. 30 TIF district
Board acts to spur business development north of highway - 7/13/2006
Oswego to license tobacco retailers
Board votes to require $50 licenses - 7/13/2006
Pace to use bigger buses for Park-n-Ride
Schedule will also change at Oswego facility next month - 7/13/2006
On Target?
Retailer's request for liquor license questioned - 7/13/2006
Oswego Village Board news briefs...
Final OK for 293 homes east of Minkler Rd. - 7/13/2006
Natural areas become an outdoor classroom
Park district staffer gives lessons in conservation for high school students - 7/13/2006
White Sox World Series trophy coming to Oswego
On display at downtown restaurant July 28 - 7/13/2006
New day camp opens for disabled youths
Fox Valley Special Rec. program now offered at Long Beach School - 7/13/2006
Growth might solve Lisbon's sewer woes
Housing developers mull paying for treatment facility for tiny Kendall town - 7/13/2006
TEN YEARS AFTER: THE FLOOD OF '96
Rain "beyond comprehension" brought flood - 7/13/2006
"It changed our lives forever"
Residents who lost homes, possessions cling to memories - 7/13/2006
Flood called a "galvanizing event"
Increased awareness, political support for stormwater management - 7/13/2006
Sheriff: damage would be worse today
'96 flood provided lessons for emergency service - 7/13/2006
Seek more funds for Prairie Point Park work
Park district to apply for second grant to help pay for facilities - 7/6/2006
School administration wage hikes set
Increases for returning administrations up an average of 3.9% - 7/6/2006
Special census pays off for Montgomery
Village expects to gain $45,000+ in new state - 7/6/2006
Library districts at odds over annexation
Oswego officials contend Plainfield action violated previous court decision - 7/6/2006
Initial reviews mixed on regional water park
7/6/2006
Open space referendum on ballot next spring?
Conservative Foundation official: funds would help acquire properties identified in study - 7/6/2006
Funding set for library projects
7/6/2006
Differing opinions
School district opposes, library district supports Montgomery TIF district proposal - 6/29/2006
Justification sought for Rt. 25 plans
Oswego officials want state to show need for longer turn lanes at Rt. 34 - 6/29/2006
Montgomery OKs new rules for business signs
Village board ballot starts phase-out period on pole signs - 6/29/2006
Right-in entrance Ok'd at Route 34 center
Proponents: drive needed to improve access for westbound vehicles - 6/29/2006
Regional water park in Yorkville?
Developers propose $27M facility at Rt. 47, Galena Road - 6/29/2006
Montgomery officials object to racial profile law
Charge state's method of analyzing police traffic stop data flawed - 6/29/2006
Oswego to seek bids on hall addition
Would increase floor space in proposed new building by 15,000 square feet - 6/29/2006
Montgomery wants to extend trash pact
Board suggests potential service charges, upgrades under renegotiated contract - 6/29/2006
Parents object, but bus routes changed
Service will no longer be available for 200+ students - 6/22/2006
Ally: Hastert has no interest in other trusts
Ingemunson defends House Speaker's $2M land deal - 6/22/2006
Highway referendum put on November ballot
But county board split on sales tax increase request amount - 6/22/2006
School board hires new administrators
Ancel picked as Old Post School principal; Monn named finance chief - 6/22/2006
New village hall design; budget set
Unanimous Montgomery Board vote caps months of talks, plan revisions - 6/22/2006
No decision reached as village officials talk trash
No decision reached as village officials talk trash - 6/22/2006
A closer look at your property tax bill
A closer look at your property tax bill - 6/22/2006
Your address key to what you will pay
Tax rates vary throughout Kendall County - 6/22/2006
Exemptions add up again for taxpayers
6/22/2006
Heat, storm can't stop PrairieFest
Organizers report large crowds despite Mother Nature's wrath - 6/22/2006
New use for Traughber Jr. High?
School chief also favors renovating Boulder Hill School - 6/15/2006
Boulder Hill growth prompted school's construction in 1960
6/15/2006
Oswego School District Board news briefs...
Schools may try November referendum - 6/15/2006
Parents object to school busing changes
School board expected to discuss changes next Monday - 6/15/2006
Pending Rt. 25 bridge project raises concerns
Oswego homeowner tells village board of state's plan for turn lane - 6/15/2006
"Excellence begets excellence"
As she retires, OHS' award-wining band director Margene Pappas looks back - 6/15/2006
Honors accumulated as band program developed
6/15/2006
Final vote pending on new RV rules
Kendall Board panel OKs recommendation in split ballot - 6/15/2006
Oswego Village Board news briefs...
Weber: Metra station a decade off - 6/15/2006
Bagpipes may sound for police
Plan to add pipes, drums to Oswego Police honor guard - 6/15/2006
County's outgrown 'new' courthouse
Just eight years after it opened, Yorkville facility already overcrowded - 6/15/2006
Rt. 34 retail-residential project endorsed
Oswego's Ogden Falls residents voice concern over street connections - 6/15/2006
County may OK historic commission, ordinance
Pending county board ballot would cap year of study by committee - 6/15/2006
Yorkville camp granted temporary liquor license
6/15/2006
Montgomery Main St. resurfacing work starts
Village to use grant to help pay for project - 6/15/2006
Name new Lakewood principal
DeKalb educator to lead Montgomery elementary school - 6/8/2006
County board favors addition for courthouse
Cost for all capital projects could reach $80 million, officials told - 6/8/2006
Expect work to resume on bike trail bridge
6/8/2006
Pay hike for Oswego's elected officials?
Village president could earn up to $9,000; board members $6,600 - 6/8/2006
Proposal would make Oswego pay comparable
Township officials earn more in base salary - 6/8/2006
"He is now where he deserves to be"
Name of Oswego officer who died on duty in 1972 added to national memorial - 6/8/2006
Work at Yorkville dam expected next week
Spillway intended to improve safety where 17 have died since 1960 - 6/8/2006
'Strike three' for Prairie Parkway opponents
State Supreme Court rules map not a taking of property - 6/8/2006
Sugar Grove prevails in boundary case
Yorkville challenged Montgomery's claim to land north of Rt. 30 - 6/8/2006
Yorkville camp's expired liquor license discussed
County board hears testimony from 2004 accident victims - 6/8/2006
Montgomery may limit banks in new center
Village panel backs provision in development pact for Orchard Rd. project - 6/8/2006
Montgomery TIF plan gains support
Joint Review Board endorses village proposal in split ballot - 6/8/2006
Park district officials expect tax rate drop
Official cites rising property values - 6/8/2006
Yesteryear
From the pages of our history... - 6/8/2006
New RV rules endorsed
County may permit unscreened storage in Boulder Hill, other high-density areas - 6/1/2006
Park commissioners study new budget
Rec program, swimming pool revenues expected to rise - 6/1/2006
Montgomery panel backs water main pact
Oswego would contribute $50,000 to help pay to move Douglas Road main - 6/1/2006
Approve $2.7 million library district budget
Most of agency's individual funds show modest increases - 6/1/2006
Park board questions TIF District plan
Officials want more info on Montgomery proposal - 6/1/2006
Quarry plan topic for public hearing
Quarry plan topic for public hearing - 6/1/2006
"Super-size" new Oswego village hall?
Building may be constructed with addition village would grow into - 6/1/2006
Still a few curtain calls left
Donna Barnes retiring as an OHS teacher, but hopes to continue as an assistant director - 6/1/2006
'Noises Off' tops on Barnes' fav list
6/1/2006
Students get a hands-on lesson in local government
Spend a day with Oswego officials - 6/1/2006
Minkler Road to close June 12 for six weeks
Contractors to replace sharp curve - 6/1/2006
Professional honor for Montgomery manager
Gaura earns Model Administrator award - 6/1/2006
Referendum with no tax rate hike?
School officials say tax base growth may cover expected $450M expansion bill - 5/25/2006
240 more may walk to school
Panel recommends changes at three elementary schools and new junior high - 5/25/2006
Look for tax bill in mail this weekend
First payment will be due June 28 - 5/25/2006
Sheriff: new jail addition completed, in use
Dismisses county administrator's report of problems - 5/25/2006
Montgomery's TIF plan up for review
5/25/2006
Schools now accepting calls for new students
5/25/2006
Oswego OKs new land use plan
Weber casts tie-breaking, favorable ballot after board deadlocks - 5/25/2006
Montgomery enforcing codes by zone
Area that includes Parkview Estates tops in corrected violations - 5/25/2006
Village Board news briefs...
Oswego may withhold developer's building permits - 5/25/2006
Montgomery Village Board news briefs...
New plan sets goals for Montgomery - 5/25/2006
Growth options hearing draws small crowd
Few comment on Oswego School District committee's recommendations - 5/18/2006
Schools' advisory committee outlines recommendations
5/18/2006
County votes down board member pay hike
5/18/2006
Montgomery board briefed on home rule law
5/18/2006
Mundsinger named director of elementary teaching and learning
School board approves appointment - 5/18/2006
Oswegoan gets state prison time for investment scheme
5/18/2006
Moving Lakewood fifth graders called "best option"
Administrator updates school board - 5/18/2006
Village hall key project in new budget
Montgomery officials hopeful facility will spur more downtown projects - 5/18/2006
Work progressing on two new schools
Work progressing on two new schools - 5/18/2006
Panel: MEDC budget too small for auditing
Committee agrees on recommendation - 5/18/2006
Fundraising campaign underway to save Kendall Outdoor Education Center
5/18/2006
Oswego Police hike enforcement starting May 22
5/18/2006
County's facilities manager leaves for private-sector job
5/18/2006
County board reviews concepts for future building
5/18/2006
Kendall County Board news briefs...
Approved resolution supports Parkway interchanges - 5/18/2006
School board receives growth options
$375M to $450M tax vote within next year recommended - 5/11/2006
Kendall officials mull future building needs
Plan suggests replacement of eight year-old courthouse - 5/11/2006
Oswego wants public to mind its manners
Newly adopted civility code set for all board meetings - 5/11/2006
Oswego secures new village hall site
Board OKs $1M contract to buy parcel at Rt. 31, Washington St - 5/11/2006
A "priceless" donation made to Oswego Library
Expands genealogical research collection - 5/11/2006
His Iraq mission accomplished
41 year-old sheriff's commander served 14 months in strife-torn - 5/11/2006
Proposed preservation ordinance draws no flak
County panel holds public hearings - 5/11/2006
He asks the tough questions on park board
Apolzan honored for decade of service to local agency - 5/11/2006
Referendum on Oswego parking ban?
Resident wants to start petition drive for April 2007 vote - 5/11/2006
Oswego Village Board news briefs...
Votes taken, but officials still split on parts of plan - 5/11/2006
Library district annexes acreage near Plainfield
5/11/2006
Yesteryear
From the pages of our history... - 5/11/2006
Official: schools have no choice but to grow
Superintendent says down-sizing district to limit enrollment not an option - 5/4/2006
Growth issues confront local agencies
Officials offer project updates at Oswego sponsored meeting - 5/4/2006
Kane County road plans a Montgomery concern
Orchard-Jericho Road project will create bottleneck at Rochester, officials warn - 5/4/2006
Park board votes to change auditors
Contract OK'd in split ballot; previous firm had examined books since '96 - 5/4/2006
Oswego Board approves wage hike for chief exec
Adams completes six months in job - 5/4/2006
Library officials mull bond sale date
Plan ground-breaking as soon as Montgomery site is available - 5/4/2006
Montgomery Village Board news briefs...
TIF District study available for public inspection - 5/4/2006
Await school growth proposal
Board receives recommendation Monday; school size a key issue - 5/4/2006
Oswego parking ban working, officials say
Police note decline in citations over the past four months - 5/4/2006
Library district annexes NaAuSay acreage near Plainfield
5/4/2006
Tax bills slow to arrive
Kendall County officials plan late May mailings - 5/4/2006
Support growing for "Project Kendall" plan
Effort focuses on saving natural areas - 5/4/2006
Stormwater, subdivision design are meeting topic
State legislation could impact Kendall County projects - 5/4/2006
On the way up
Cost to widen Douglas Road increasing, Oswego Village Board told - 4/27/2006
Plan to bus Montgomery fifth graders
Board vote expected May 8 on proposal to relieve Lakewood overcrowding - 4/27/2006
Friends, 'Kindred Spirits' recall 'The Fox'
Educational memorial dedicated in Oswego park overlooking - 4/27/2006
Oswego OKs Wolf's Crossing Rd. stop sign, speed limit cut
4/27/2006
Target, Home Depot to anchor new Yorkville center
193 acre retail project proposed on north side of Rt. 34 at Cannonball Trail - 4/27/2006
Oswego Village Hill cost estimates received
Village board members suggest exterior design modifications - 4/27/2006
Montgomery OKs Wal-Mart incentive pact
Village to rebate $3.7M for public improvements near store site - 4/27/2006
Oswego Village Board news briefs...
Old Navy, Michael's and Bed Bath & Beyond OK'd - 4/27/2006
Almost $1 million for Montgomery streets
Newly approved budget includes multiple resurfacing projects - 4/27/2006
Oswego officials budgeting for growth
New budget has water rate hike, but also funds for more police, Douglas Rd., village hall - 4/27/2006
Another Kendall open space referendum?
County chairman suggests fall vote to fund more land purchases - 4/27/2006
Hastert touts Medicare drug program
Says competition providing seniors with "good choices" - 4/27/2006
Montgomery special census underway
Third count since 2002 targets new subdivisions on village's east, west sides - 4/27/2006
Montgomery staff now updating codes
4/27/2006
Build fewer, but larger schools?
Oswego School District committee considering recommendation - 4/20/2006
Lakewood Creek School crowding was meeting topic
4/20/2006
Public advised: Don't let West Nile guard down
Infected mosquitoes continue to pose health risk, official says - 4/20/2006
Wireless Internet network for Kendall?
Consultant for Aurora details how service might work here - 4/20/2006
Orchard, Jericho Road work possible
Pending right-of-way acquisition, Kane County may award contract in June - 4/20/2006
So when do those new Rt. 34 stores arrive?
Work starts on Kohl's; others expected over the next year - 4/20/2006
Village hall design subject to changes, board told
Montgomery consultants, architects now preparing cost estimates - 4/20/2006
Small park, gazebo in Oswego village hall plan
Consultant to provide village board with detailed cost estimates - 4/20/2006
Health dept. client income levels vary, board told
Agency's annual report also notes rise in restaurant inspections - 4/20/2006
Kendall Co. officials mull special census
4/20/2006
County tables Oswego's request for signal funds
Cost of signal projects questioned - 4/20/2006
Montgomery officials note favorable sales tax trend
4/20/2006
Yorkville dam work expected this spring
Low bid received for modifications - 4/20/2006
Plan library district bond sales
Funds will pay for new Montgomery library, renovations at downtown Oswego facility - 4/13/2006
Wal-Mart incentive agreement reviewed
Retailer would front-fund costs for road work at Montgomery store site - 4/13/2006
Study backs lower speeds on Wolf's Crossing Road
Three-way stop also recommended at Dougal Rd. intersection - 4/13/2006
Suspects sought in Montgomery bank robbery
4/13/2006
Wormley leaves legacy of public service
Served years on Oswego Township and school boards - 4/13/2006
State pledges to re-stripe Route 34
Paint crews expected next month - 4/13/2006
Outdoor education center's future in doubt
Oswego School District pulling out of cooperative; revenue drop expected - 4/13/2006
School board OKs hiring four principals
Current associate principal at Downers Grove - 4/13/2006
Oswego Village Board news briefs...
Vote on new plan possible next month - 4/13/2006
Housing authority's Kendall ties cut
Now part of DuPage Housing Authority after HUD audit - 4/13/2006
Oswego Police track crime by zones
Information key to allocating resources, police chief says - 4/13/2006
History lesson: Oswego plans not cast in stone
At times, village has strayed from recommendations in current, previous plans - 4/13/2006
Plan to boost forest preserve sheriff's patrols
Service would cost $5,000 annually - 4/13/2006
Delay vote on gas tax request
Officials discuss putting referendum on November ballot - 4/6/2006
School district sets public forums
4/6/2006
Kendall child abuse cases on rise
Number of victim interviews up at county advocacy center - 4/6/2006
Plan dedication of memorial to The Fox
Public invited to ceremony in Route 25 park on Earth Day - 4/6/2006
Rts. 34-30 intersection top wreck locale
Three other intersections tied for second on Oswego Police Department list - 4/6/2006
911 center director to depart after ten years
Hitzemann guided Kencom as population boomed and calls for help increased - 4/6/2006
Michael's, Old Navy, Bed Bath & Beyond coming to Route 34
Retailers to open in new Oswego center - 4/6/2006
Plenty of testimony on new Oswego plan
Concerns range from land use issues to Ogden Falls traffic - 4/6/2006
Crowds jam Prairie Parkway meeting
View, question state highway officials on route proposals - 4/6/2006
Meijer center lots on review panel's agenda
Orchard Rd. bank also up for review - 4/6/2006
Visions for a growing Montgomery
Proposed five-year strategic plan sets goals for officials, residents - 4/6/2006
Oswego Public Library earns high marks
National report lists facility in its 93rd percentile; among highest in Fox Valley area - 4/6/2006
Yesteryear
From the pages of our history... - 4/6/2006
Enrollment to more than double
Oswego School District expects 30,882 students in seven years - 3/30/2006
List current school district growth options
3/30/2006
All smiles at library district board meeting
Referendum victory buoys officials; discuss pending building projects - 3/30/2006
Library secured district-wide support
Referendum margin largest in Kane Co.; all but five Kendall Co. precincts voted "yes" - 3/30/2006
Oswego man sentenced in Ponzi scheme
Former GOP committeeman gets 13 years; ordered to pay restitution - 3/30/2006
Kendall County primary election news briefs...
Satellite sites for early voting under study - 3/30/2006
Prairie Point Park grant approved
State finds $400,000 to pay for Oswego park improvements - 3/30/2006
"Major change" for Prairie Parkway route
State officials to unveil detailed plans next week in Yorkville, Morris - 3/30/2006
Montgomery TIF District plans shaping up
Target June or early July for final village board vote on agreement - 3/30/2006
Flood control key to developing Rt. 30 parcel
Initial plans call for adjoining lakes to accept Waubonsie Creek overflows - 3/30/2006
Expect Kohl's ground-breaking soon, officials told
Park district board updated on pending retail and industrial projects - 3/30/2006
Montgomery seeks bids for home demolition
Contract approval expected April 10 - 3/30/2006
Library district gets a gift from genealogical society
3/30/2006
Park districts to lease Fox Bend restaurant, bar
Official expects to have agreements signed next week - 3/30/2006
Voters say "Yes" to library
OK bonds to renovate current facility and construct Montgomery building - 3/23/2006
Weis wins
Prevails in hard-fought GOP prosecutor race - 3/23/2006
Laesch tops Zamora in Dem Congressional race
Will challenge Hastert in November - 3/23/2006
Purcell, Martin winners in GOP county board race
Incumbent Whitfield comes up short - 3/23/2006
Kendall keeps sprawling along
9.4 percent growth here in 2004-2005 third highest in nation - 3/23/2006
Magazine ranks Oswego a "best place" contender
3/23/2006
Oswego OKs new fee for developers
3/23/2006
Some school fees to rise, board told
Costs for hot lunches and selected courses will be up for 2006-07 school year - 3/23/2006
Oswego Village Board news briefs...
Project OK'd after signal contribution secured - 3/23/2006
Farnsworth House now a national landmark
3/23/2006
Veteran educator named elementary principal
Laurie Boyce appointed to Long Beach School helm - 3/23/2006
Commercial use urged at Rt. 71, Washington St.
Homeowners question recommendation in new Oswego plan - 3/23/2006
More business uses along Rts. 31, 34?
Proposed new Oswego comprehensive plan projects changes over next 30 years - 3/23/2006
OHS senior to direct national school news show
Mallory Jones first local student to win Channel 1 competition - 3/23/2006
State set to unveil detail Prairie Parkway plans
Public meeting set April 4 at Yorkville High School - 3/23/2006
Landfill siting forum attracts a big crowd
Residents question county attorneys on roles, process - 3/23/2006
Yesteryear
From the pages of our history... - 3/23/2006
Library request on ballot Tuesday
Funds to renovate downtown library, construct second facility sought - 3/16/2006
SA candidates deny "push poll" link
Weis not doing polling; Ingemunson says calls not from his campaign - 3/16/2006
Election Q&A
3/16/2006
School growth, facility needs topics for forums
3/16/2006
Coyotes proving wily indeed here
Adapting as development encroaches - 3/16/2006
Candidate's landfill flyer sparks controversy
Both Ingemunson, Weis have donors with landfill connections - 3/16/2006
Ingemunson, Weis have much in common
Kendall natives both making first bid for state's attorney - 3/16/2006
Two Dems seek to challenge Hastert
Zamora, Laesch both want party's nomination to take on Speaker of the House - 3/16/2006
Sales tax hike would fund road projects
Kendall County asks voters' OK for one-half cent increase - 3/16/2006
It's official: conservation group to occupy farmstead
Montgomery Village Board OKs pact - 3/16/2006
View design for new Oswego Village Hall
Municipal center would feature clock tower; overlook Rt. 31 and river - 3/16/2006
Another builders fee proposed
3/9/2006
Prosecutor's race a replay of '96?
Familiar political fault lines develop in Kendall GOP as campaign heats up - 3/9/2006
"Big Jim" stumps for Ingemunson at fundraiser
Forner governor at Oswego event - 3/9/2006
Ingemunson maintains fundraising advantage
3/9/2006
Candidates spar over SA liaison for seniors
3/9/2006
Montgomery limiting new home permits
Village negotiating annual permit caps in bid to manage building boom - 3/9/2006
Will library referendum pass? Officials optimistic
Committee members cite support voiced by residents, local agencies - 3/9/2006
Work on plan to lure industrial firms
Oswego development agency to seek taxing district, Chamber backing - 3/9/2006
Oswego, Montgomery officials hold "very productive" meeting
Douglas Rd. water main focus of talks - 3/9/2006
Judge rules for Sugar Grove in boundary flap
Tosses out all but one count in lawsuit filed by Yorkville over parcels at Rts. 30, 47 - 3/9/2006
Oswego detective 'Officer of the Year'
Dickey honored for investigative work - 3/9/2006
Expect 1,380 more students by fall
School board hears proposal to hire 65 more teachers - 3/2/2006
Oswego moves to sell $11.5 M in bonds
Funds would pay for village hall, Town Center projects - 3/2/2006
IDOT has funds for Rt. 71 widening
Other area highway projects including Routes 30, 31 and 47 don't make the cut - 3/2/2006
Oswego Village Board news briefs...
Village to seek "lag fees" for schools, parks - 3/2/2006
Non-profit to preserve Montgomery farmstead
Conservation Foundation plans to open office in former home this summer - 3/2/2006
How area north of Rt. 30 may develop
"Montgomery Preserve" plan has open space, retail areas, library site - 3/2/2006
Montgomery chief: sign crackdown working
Sign companies identified and have pledged compliance, village board told - 3/2/2006
Naturalist, high school students work together
Collect seeds valued at about $25,000 - 3/2/2006
Oswego may tap savings to balance budget
Move would offset loss of lumber yard sales tax revenues - 3/2/2006
Phase out summer school programs
Plan "targeted intervention" programs for elementary students - 3/2/2006
A final resting place for man's best friends?
County board member plans Kendall's first pet cemetery - 3/2/2006
Park official backs Oswego fee changes
Consistent with Plainfield, Joliet ordinances - 3/2/2006
Food vendors sought for parks
3/2/2006
White School Museum to gain parking spaces
Spots to be added as part of street project - 3/2/2006
Lumber yard moving out of Oswego
Alexander Lumber has outgrown downtown site, firm official says - 2/23/2006
Hope yet for Montgomery farmstead?
The Conservation Foundation eyes home for office use - 2/23/2006
Second landfill proposed
2/23/2006
Oswego poised to update developer fees
Village board voted expected Monday on land-cash, transition fee changes - 2/23/2006
Montgomery Chamber, Economic Development group endorse library referendum
2/23/2006
Survey: many buy groceries outside Oswego
Meijer, Wal-Mart opening expected to boost village's market share - 2/23/2006
Official: Oswego wants stores to look good, too
Strict exterior design rules help enhance community, Cassa says - 2/23/2006
Direction sought on Oswego roadway fee
Staff questions if board wants fee waived or charged to commercial/industrial developers - 2/23/2006
OEHS auto students cruise at Chicago meet
Finish second in Ford-sponsored engine teardown competition - 2/23/2006
Teacher makes best of chance to build program
OHS grad Tiberio credits WCC instructor - 2/23/2006
$10M bond sale planned for village hall, Town Center
Oswego Board vote expected on ordinance - 2/23/2006
Senior dial-a-ride service grant eyed
2/23/2006
Over-assessment may cost agencies $594,070
Tax board rules in favor of Minooka area power plant; appeal possible - 2/23/2006
County landfill panel roster questioned
2/23/2006
County seeks special census cost estimate
2/23/2006
Historic Oswego home demolished
Main Street residence was built by one of the village's founders - 2/16/2006
Disappointed
Oswego officials react to historic home's destruction - 2/16/2006
School district's dual language program hailed as a success
Parents urge school board to expand program - 2/16/2006
Name principal for new junior high school
Buck now serves as prinicipal at Fox Chase Elementary - 2/16/2006
Montgomery's budget guru to depart board
Michelini proposes appointing village clerk to Burrell's seat - 2/16/2006
Departing official: budget issues to pose challenge
Says developers must pay "fair share" - 2/16/2006
Oswego, Montgomery at odds over water main
Officials disagree on who should pay to re-locate main near Douglas Rd. - 2/16/2006
Ingemunson leads SA race 'cash war'
Yorkville attorney has raised $113,383; Weis nets $34,674 - 2/16/2006
State's Attorney donors listed
2/16/2006
Just two new jobs in Montgomery budget
Funding requests cut to balance budget, maintain reserve - 2/16/2006
Oswego approves library resolution
Measure encourages residents to vote on expansion proposal - 2/16/2006
Yesteryear
From the pages of our history... - 2/16/2006
Montgomery farmstead's future in doubt
Forest preserve district rejects proposal to take on preservation effort - 2/9/2006
Cut speed on Wolf's Crossing Road?
Oswego Village Board backs proposal for traffic study - 2/9/2006
Hastert to donate Abramoff funds
2/9/2006
Honor for officer who died on duty
The name of Oswego Officer William Burgholzer, Jr. will be added to national memorial - 2/9/2006
Former Oswego Ledger owner/publisher dies
Don Krahn and his wife, Ann, modernized growing paper in '60s, '70s - 2/9/2006
Park district earns distinguished status
Local agency ranks in top 10 percent statewide for superior service - 2/9/2006
Voters don't have to wait until election day
First-ever early voting period starts Feb. 27 in Yorkville - 2/9/2006
Kendall Democratic Party leader to step down
Cites illness in family, but party faction cites lack of support - 2/9/2006
Oswego Village Board to back library vote?
Weber tells panel he is hopeful of unanimous board support - 2/9/2006
Moratorium placed on special uses in county
2/9/2006
Architect's stamp now a must on home plans
Kendall County updates building code - 2/9/2006
Kendall County land use plan draws few comments
Planning panel holds annual meeting - 2/9/2006
Expect Montgomery TIF district studies
Board panel to receive plan preview this month; financial study March 21 - 2/9/2006
Oswego to up fines for parking scofflaws
Village board backs maximum fine for motorists who park illegally - 2/9/2006
Fate of historic home uncertain
Demolition permit issued for Oswego's historic Judson House - 2/2/2006
School board picks Grande Park Elementary
Newest Oswego School District building is located in Plainfield - 2/2/2006
Big surge in new home building
With nearly 3,000 permits issued for new single family homes in '05, Kendall County is likely to rem - 2/2/2006
Busted! Montgomery arrests sign installers
Three workers nabbed over weekend by police department - 2/2/2006
Park-n-Ride use more than doubled in 2005
Pace puts 15 passenger van in service - 2/2/2006
Forest Preserve gets grant to buy 75 acres near Plano
Land will be added to Jay Woods preserve - 2/2/2006
Montgomery "open" on retailer incentives
Board members voice willingness to consider proposals - 2/2/2006
Rock 'n' roll high school
British band on first U.S. tour plays Oswego East - 2/2/2006
Reject request for southern Kendall quarry
Attorney says firm to sue county after "no" vote on rezoning petition - 2/2/2006
Protect Kendall Now group says plan was well received
2/2/2006
Conservation Foundation points to Kendall successes
Nearly 10 years in county, non-profit's CEO outlines preservation efforts - 2/2/2006
Kohl's incentive pact approved
To secure store, Oswego to rebate up to $1 million in tax revenues - 1/26/2006
Park district officials mull Wolf Road project
Developer's land, cash contributions to agency at issue - 1/26/2006
Illegal sign installers will be arrested
Montgomery notifies developers, installers; grace period ends this weekend - 1/26/2006
Montgomery reviews code enforcement procedures
Enforcement officer key to effective program, attorney tells board - 1/26/2006
Oswego Village Board news briefs...
Grove, Plainfield road signal project delayed - 1/26/2006
Boarded-up homes to finally come down?
Montgomery gets updated timeline - 1/26/2006
Plan road work near Rt. 30 Wal-Mart site
Propose signal work, more lanes on Route 30; close Baseline at Galena Road - 1/26/2006
Library referendum committee planning campaign
Flyers, brochures, yard signs to tout reasons to vote "yes" - 1/26/2006
Library referendum gains endorsement
Montgomery Village Board unanimously adopts resolution - 1/26/2006
More land for parks
Developer donations to top 370 acres over next two years - 1/26/2006
Local hot dog vendor relished days in park
Recalls events in letter to park board - 1/26/2006
Schedule set for cottage restoration work
Montgomery to restore historic building before work starts on new village hall - 1/26/2006
Montgomery to back library vote
Support unanimous for March 21 library expansion referendum - 1/19/2006
Propose landfill off Rt. 71 near Yorkville
County panel meets with property owner; lengthy review anticipated - 1/19/2006
Without a hitch
The team of NASA scientists that successfully guided comet capsule landing - 1/19/2006
Town Center project costs questioned
Oswego Board member seeks more information before next contract is awarded - 1/19/2006
Oswego Village Board news briefs...
Seek demolition bids on historic building - 1/19/2006
Library bond issue resolution approved
If voters give OK March 21, district would sell $8.9M in bonds - 1/19/2006
Montgomery to arrest illegal sign installers
Village police crackdown to start weekend of Jan. 28-29 - 1/19/2006
Changes in store at Oswego Park-n-Ride
Roomier vehicles, new schedule coming - 1/19/2006
Cafe to locate in downtown Oswego
Camille's to join Emmett's Ale House in new commercial building - 1/19/2006
New Kendall voting machines previewed
Voters will find optical scan system at their local polling places in March - 1/19/2006
Artists' colony in Montgomery?
County officials review proposals, discuss cost of saving farmstead - 1/19/2006
Yorkville Legion may buy van for Vets' Commission
Talks underway on purchase pact - 1/19/2006
"Exciting year" in business growth expected
Oswego development official updates library district board on pending projects - 1/19/2006
Fast track new Oswego village hall work?
"Aggressive" schedule targets August ground-breaking; October 2007 occupancy - 1/19/2006
Yesteryear
From the pages of our history... - 1/19/2006
Weilert resolution OK'd in split ballot
Oswego Board seeks colleague's resignation, cite "best interest" of village - 1/12/2006
Text of the Weilert resignation resolution
1/12/2006
A big area to cover
Library referendum committee discusses how to reach voters in 52 square mile disrict - 1/12/2006
Bid to honor fallen Oswego officer
Police seeking to have the name of William A. Burgholzer added to national memorial - 1/12/2006
New year may bring school tax vote
Committee expected to release report this spring - 1/12/2006
Revised school district fees a goal for new year
1/12/2006
Kendall County Democratic Party divided
Progressive Dems object to committeemen slate; seek new chairman - 1/12/2006
Fines established for false fire alarms
Oswego Fire District ordinance targets repeat offenders - 1/12/2006
Retailers plan full-size stores in new center
Prairie Market anchors will be as big as those near Fox Valley Mall, Oswego Board told - 1/12/2006
Montgomery approves downtown lot purchase
Board also votes to for grant to renovate historic cottage - 1/12/2006
Approve design, budget for new school
$10.5 million elementary school will be built in Plainfield's Grande Park Subdivision - 1/12/2006
Arrest four in fight at Rt. 34, Orchard
1/12/2006
Oswego School District Board news briefs...
Boulder Hill principal to leave at end of school year - 1/12/2006
DUI arrests in Oswego increased in 2005
Accident data shows most wrecks in village involved out-of-town drivers - 1/12/2006
Funding at issue in plan to move Douglas Rd. main
Oswego officials cite regional benefit in asking Montgomery to pay - 1/12/2006
Protect Kendall Now master plan on display
1/12/2006
Montgomery rejects permit request change
Violation "largely resolved" board told - 1/12/2006
Weilert resolution on Oswego agenda
Non-binding measure asks board member to resign - 1/5/2006
County seeking funds for highways
Growth prompts bid to pass sales tax referendum - 1/5/2006
Area high school test scores compared
Oswego, other Kendall high schools fail to place in our survey's top five - 1/5/2006
Growth evident in Kendall schools
School districts keeping costs down as diversity, enrollments rise, state data shows - 1/5/2006
Oswego goal: more lanes on more roads
Douglas Road, Route 71 planning to continue this year; several signal projects in works - 1/5/2006
Year just over one of extremes for Oswego
Court fine, resignation captured headlines - 1/5/2006
Expand courthouse? Official awaits study
Lists completion of jail addition as goal met in '05 - 1/5/2006
Referendum passage was key for schools
Enrollment growth to pose continuing challenge, school chief says - 1/5/2006
Library vote on Montgomery "to do" list
Work also expected to start on new village hall site, TIF district effort - 1/5/2006
Businesses interested in Montgomery sites
Three grocery stores among firms - 1/5/2006
Kendall's bond rating improves, board told
"Positive" rating could save county, taxpayers on future bond sales - 1/5/2006
No charges in Kendall budget probe
Special prosecutor: county official did not violate criminal laws - 12/29/2005
County board chairman hits budget investigation
12/29/2005
Oswegoan hailed as "true Renaissance man"
Richard Young honored for environmental work in Kane, Kendall counties - 12/29/2005
Reeling in the year
A glance back at many of the local news stories that captured headlines in the Ledger-Sentinel in 20 - 12/29/2005
Plenty to comment on in 2005
Newsmakers had much to say on local issues during a busy year - 12/29/2005
Kendall big enough for two open space groups?
Conservation foundations have similar goals, different approaches - 12/29/2005
A vision for Kendall County open space
Protect Kendall Now organization to put plan on public display - 12/29/2005
Plan library district referendum campaign
'Our Library Committee' to emphasize low cost, space to be gained - 12/29/2005
Montgomery cracks down on illegal signs
Public works crews now 'pulling and dropping' signs in the right-of-way - 12/29/2005
Park meetings to move to Prairie Point School
12/29/2005
Pick site scheme for new village hall
Montgomery facility would overlook River Street, Settlers Cottage - 12/29/2005
Youth golf program seeking to grow into Oswego area
Park district board hears request for financial assistance - 12/29/2005
Developers eyeing tiny Kendall County town
Lisbon retains former Plainfield official to assist in planning efforts - 12/29/2005
Weilert to stay on Oswego Board
Denies village staff member's harassment allegation - 12/22/2005
How much has it cost?
Ledger-Sentinel seeks info on village legal expenses - 12/22/2005
School board OKs Joliet fee pact
City to collect transition fees in addition to land cash and impact fees for school district - 12/22/2005
Arrest suspect in abduction, assault of Oswego woman
Held in county jail on $750,000 bond - 12/22/2005
It's official: library referendum on March ballot
Funds sought to build second library, remodel existing facility - 12/22/2005
Oswego names new development director
City of Naperville's senior planner will lead growing department - 12/22/2005
Huge ridership on park district's Polar Express
More than 400 took ride to local park - 12/22/2005
Overnight parking ban looms in Oswego
Police to distribute informational flyers-not tickets-for first few weeks - 12/22/2005
Oswego School District Board news briefs...
No public comment on new property tax levy - 12/22/2005
Referendum set on county sales tax increase request
Revenues would pay for county road projects - 12/22/2005
Rush-Copley plans Yorkville medical campus
Plan multiple buildings on 45 acre site south of Route 34 - 12/22/2005
Start long-term school facility needs study
School district panel re-formed to prepare five-year building plan - 12/22/2005
County votes to refinance jail expansion bonds
Move expected to save approximately $200,000, consultant tells board - 12/22/2005
School district energy costs questioned
Big natural gas bills don't reflect actual energy usage, board told - 12/22/2005
Yesteryear
From the pages of our history... - 12/22/2005
Best Buy to locate on Route 34
Retailer to join Kohl's, Lowe's, Wal-Mart at Oswego's Prairie Market center - 12/15/2005
Oswego hires village hall architect
Elgin-based firm prepared initial study - 12/15/2005
Oswego Board still waiting on Weilert
Village board member has yet to submit resignation letter - 12/15/2005
Primary 2006
Familiar names back on Kendall GOP ballot - 12/15/2005
Target Jan. 2 opening for Plainfield fire station
First Oswego Fire District station to be built in Plainfield - 12/15/2005
No longer your father's fire protection district
Growth brings with it plenty of changes - 12/15/2005
Montgomery homeowners question SSA fees
Fairfield Way residents to pay for common area maintenance - 12/15/2005
Review Montgomery farmstead proposals
Four groups seeking to use Dickson Road property - 12/15/2005
Montgomery tax levy set; rate drop expected
12/15/2005
Oswego Village Board news briefs...
Tax levy up, but rate expected to drop - 12/15/2005
Winter may delay Route 30 signals
Project at Griffin Dr. in Montgomery dependent on asphalt installation - 12/8/2005
Montgomery can designate landmarks
Newly adopted ordinance sets criteria; allows village to apply for grants - 12/8/2005
Montgomery official wants to curb signs
Seeks passage of ordinance "with teeth" to halt proliferation - 12/8/2005
Growth prompts Ledger-Sentinel office move
12/8/2005
Pending Oswego Board vacancy nothing new
Weilert will be eighth trustee to depart early since 1999 - 12/8/2005
A two-horse race for state's attorney?
Baker to stay out of GOP race, endorses Ingemunson - 12/8/2005
Quick decision sought in boundary dispute
Yorkville, Sugar Grove attorneys seeking summary judgments - 12/8/2005
New Oswego hall planning includes tours
Officials to visit municipal centers in Palos Park, Channahon Saturday - 12/8/2005
Effort to plan for Oswego village hall dates to 1997
12/8/2005
Oswego OKs stop sign plan
12/8/2005
Weilert to resign from Oswego Village Board
Cites health problems, pending surgery as reasons for leaving - 12/1/2005
Schools propose $83.9 million property tax levy
Double-digit property valuation increases expected to continue - 12/1/2005
Montgomery board votes to preserve 1840s house
May have been owned by village's founder - 12/1/2005
Oswego School District news briefs
$12,000 collected for Daryl Thompson scholarship - 12/1/2005
Kendall County Board approves $42.5 million budget
Administrator says property tax rate decreased since last year - 12/1/2005
Oswego extends visitors bureau pact
2002 board vote ended association with Aurora-based agency - 12/1/2005
Parking near Old Post Park still a concern
Oswego officials hopeful shifting some games to Wormley Park will ease problem - 12/1/2005
Local firm submits low bid for Wormley Park work
Second phase improvements include nose-in parking spaces on Century Drive - 12/1/2005
Target spring start for Yorkville dam work
State agency expects to spend $7.6M on improvements - 12/1/2005
Plattville residents consider forming a village government
Petitions now being circulated - 12/1/2005
Plattville residents eye next step in forming new village
12/1/2005
Park district naturalist teaches ecology to teens
Young volunteers help with planting native grasses, other plants - 12/1/2005
Montgomery urges Kane to demolish vacant homes
Resolution requests removal after use by Sugar Grove Fire Department - 12/1/2005
Developer told Oswego townhome development too dense
Weber suggests lowering number of units per building in concept plan - 12/1/2005
Library expansion back on ballot
Funds sought to remodel current Oswego facility, build Montgomery facility - 11/24/2005
Prepare to stop
Oswego committee backs plans for stop signs in Lakeview, Deerpath Creek - 11/24/2005
Public views state plans to widen Route 34
Four lanes with medians proposed between Orchard Rd. and Rt. 47 - 11/24/2005
Saving cottage will cost, Montgomery Board told
Further board discussion expected - 11/24/2005
Plan new parking lot at Prairie Point Park
Oswego firm awarded project contract - 11/24/2005
Article prompts park foundation donation
$2,000 given to foundation in memory of late park district employee - 11/24/2005
Seek dismissal of Yorkville boundary lawsuit
Attorney for Sugar Grove says change in state law should not apply to five year-old pact - 11/24/2005
Official: plan now for Wolf's Crossing Rd. widening
Oswego Board member also proposes village seek project funding - 11/24/2005
Oswego village president backs special census
Weber: village shouldn't wait for population estimates to top 25,000 - 11/24/2005
Park district OKs funds for Protect Kendall Now
11/24/2005
Library seeks clean-up of contaminated soil
11/24/2005
Oswego project changed; costs rose
Town Center consultant apologizes; pledges improved communications - 11/17/2005
'Protect Kendall' fuding approved
11/17/2005
How many Wal-Marts are enough?
Montgomery official questions impact of four new, area stores - 11/17/2005
Officials at odds over veterans' van lease
County board member says limousine rental would be cheaper - 11/17/2005
More of a Kendall County town now
Most of Montgomery's tax base had been in Kane County, but not anymore - 11/17/2005
Kids have their say on new skate park
About 50 attend, participate during park district planning session - 11/17/2005
42 Lakewood homes on Kendall tax sale
Number of homeowners who failed to pay assessment up from 2004 - 11/17/2005
Oswego OKs Rt. 34 subdivision in split vote
Village board members disagree on Reata's lot sizes, traffic impact - 11/17/2005
Oswego opposes plan for rural subdivision
Village board adopts legal objection resolution; will file with county - 11/17/2005
Adams starts work as Oswego administrator
"I'm trying to hit the ground running," tells village board, staff - 11/17/2005
Landfill to locate near Yorkville?
Landowner conducting initial tests - 11/17/2005
County budget changes under scrutiny
Special prosecutor summoned to conduct investigation - 11/10/2005
Oswego project cost questioned
Village board wants explanation before considering request for second bond sale - 11/10/2005
Deadlock on new Plainfield school name
Oswego School Board split on using name of historic figure or subdivision - 11/10/2005
Sugar Grove to ask court to uphold pact
Village officials want to maintain Route 30 as boundary with Yorkville - 11/10/2005
Michelini won't seek state senate seat`
Montgomery village president ends speculation over political future - 11/10/2005
Michelini elected to new regional planning board
To represent Kane/Kendall counties - 11/10/2005
Park board votes to change law firms
11/10/2005
Motorists advised: watch for deer
Oswego, Montgomery police identify frequent crossing locations - 11/10/2005
Deer in the headlights? Police say don't try to swerve out of the way
11/10/2005
Kendall growth conference draws a crowd
Speaker touts benefits of ecologically-friendly subdivision designs - 11/10/2005
Cross, Lindner backing 'Protect Kendall' initiative
Resolution adopted by General Assembly - 11/10/2005
Pick new Oswego village hall site soon?
Village seeking appraisals for downtown parcels for potential sale or trade - 11/10/2005
Oswego's levy to rise, but rate drop expected
Owner of $300,000 home would pay $143 to village on next tax bill - 11/10/2005
Assessments continue to climb
36,000 Kendall property owners to receive change notices - 11/3/2005
Kendall land preservation effort hit
County board member questions contributing to Protect Kendall Now - 11/3/2005
Montgomery wants county action on homes
Vacant structures at Orchard, Route 30 hinder development efforts, officials say - 11/3/2005
Oswego to help fund groundwater study
Village board joins with county, other municipalities in adopting pact - 11/3/2005
Wait 'til next year on bike trail bridge
Manufacturer still awaiting steel shipment; delay until June likely - 11/3/2005
Survey seeks views of local shoppers
OEDC consumer survey focuses on shopping habits, desired retailers - 11/3/2005
Transportation improvements topic at summit
Kane County Board Chairman touts need for regional study - 11/3/2005
County official urges creation of separate fund
Moneys would be used if power plant wins re-assessment case - 11/3/2005
Library board OKs long-range plans
Board seeking to maximize agency's public and private support - 11/3/2005
Ledger-Sentinel wins regional press awards
Staffers honored for news and sports writing; advertising - 11/3/2005
Year of transition ends at Fox Bend
Park district officials look ahead - 11/3/2005
School enrollment up 14 percent
12,689 students as of Sept. 30 just under district's projection - 10/27/2005
Tough times for GOP
Local Republicans looking for positives - 10/27/2005
Oswego OKs Kendall highway impact fee
Village officials hopeful some funds will be used to widen Orchard Road - 10/27/2005
Oswego to object to county development
Board concerns range from lack of fees to impact on area wells - 10/27/2005
Yorkville asks court to declare pact unenforceable
City seeks to repeal five year-old Sugar Grove boundary agreement - 10/27/2005
Lagging math scores remain a concern
Oswego School District Board receives state tests results - 10/27/2005
Montgomery hires village hall architects
Finalize contract totaling $474,375 with Chicago firm - 10/27/2005
Orchard, Jericho intersection work planned
Kane County targets January contract award date - 10/27/2005
Montgomery approves west side subdivision
Board member wants commercial project built before homes - 10/27/2005
Hurricane impacts Oswego project
Rising Town Center costs prompt request for second bond sale - 10/27/2005
Golf course half "dry," half "wet"
County approves liquor license for new course south of Oswego in splt ballot - 10/20/2005
County board split on parkway interchanges
Right-of-way resolution rejected - 10/20/2005
Favorable reviews for Douglas Rd. plans
About 50 area residents attend open house hearing in Boulder Hill - 10/20/2005
Oswego says "no" again on Orchard Rd. retail
Village officials want properties developed for industrial, manufacturing, office users - 10/20/2005
Sculpture honors "lovers of nature"
Park district foundation holds dedication ceremony in Oswego's Hudson Crossing Park - 10/20/2005
Ledger-Sentinel wins state press awards
Honors include first place for school board coverage, second for general excellence - 10/20/2005
Richard Saletri, former Oswego president, dies
Anticipated, worked to manage growth during tenure in village government - 10/20/2005
Yorkville sues Sugar Grove over boundary
Property at northeast corner of Route 47 and Route 30 focus of dispute - 10/20/2005
Rt. 34 widening plans topic for open house
10/20/2005
Brew-pub restaurant seeking loan
Oswego Board expected to back request for $300,000 from state-funded account - 10/20/2005
Kendall County a tourist destination?
Advocates say area sites could attract visitors, boost county businesses - 10/20/2005
Kohl's, Lowe's coming to Rt. 34
Retailers to join Wal-Mart at Oswego's Prairie Market center, east of Douglas Road - 10/13/2005
$786,000 Oswego contempt fine waived
Village board members applaud unanimous appellate court decision - 10/13/2005
Appoint new Oswego administrator
Illinois native now serving as administrator in growing Florida county - 10/13/2005
County reviewing RV parking rules
Changes considered after Boulder Hill residents voice concerns - 10/13/2005
New schools put out the welcome mat
Public invited to open house events at Churchill, Prairie Point, and Wolf's Crossing - 10/13/2005
Tree found in local park more common in south
Paw Paw stand in Waa Kee Sha - 10/13/2005
Green light for township highway garage
Oswego Village Board approves permit request for Route 25 facility - 10/13/2005
User sought for Montgomery farmstead
Forest Preserve District accepting proposals until Nov. 4; mandatory meeting Monday - 10/13/2005
Library district seeks $50,000 in grant funds
10/13/2005
Yesteryear
From the pages of our history... - 10/13/2005
Bridge project delayed
Contractor waiting for steel shipment, park board told - 10/6/2005
Douglas Road plans to go on display
Revised plans topic for open house hearing in Boulder Hill Wednesday - 10/6/2005
Hirth out as Oswego's development director
Citing attorney's advice, village officials decline to give reason for dismissal - 10/6/2005
Kendall County assessments to top $2 billion
10/6/2005
New Oswego exec to face multiple challenges
Village board expected to OK appointment, contract Monday evening - 10/6/2005
State unveils two routes for Prairie Parkway
Public glimpses proposals during Yorkville meeting - 10/6/2005
Historic Montgomery home to cross Fox River?
Prospective buyer would move Clinton Street residence to Keck Street lot - 10/6/2005
Propose historic landmark ordinance
Montgomery Village Board approves request for further review - 10/6/2005
Library district extends Montgomery boundaries
Subdivision west of Dickson Rd. annexed - 10/6/2005
Library checkouts exceed one-half million annually
10/6/2005
Park board glimpses developing parks
Tour includes stops in Churchill Club, Henneberry Woods, and Morgan Creek - 10/6/2005
School district seeking more teachers
Elementary school enrollment growth straining staff, budget - 9/29/2005
Oswego bans night on-street parking
Village president casts deciding vote - 9/29/2005
Montgomery hikes homebuilder fees
67 percent increase based on findings in NIU government center study - 9/29/2005
Name sought for new Plainfield elementary school
Oswego School Board looks to end practice of naming schools after subdivisions - 9/29/2005
Some local schools were once named for farm families
9/29/2005
Oswego approves downtown carnival request
Sections of Main and Jackson streets to close during OktoberFest - 9/29/2005
Montgomery Wal-Mart center talks continue
Village board committee receives update on incentive pact negotiations - 9/29/2005
Kendall historic preservation panel under study
County board-appointed committee will examine need for commission - 9/29/2005
Plan new skate park in Oswego
Chesterfield Park facility would close - 9/29/2005
Yesteryear
From the pages of our history... - 9/29/2005
Orchard Road retail projects OK'd
Oswego approves developments; traffic concerns raised - 9/22/2005
Seniors question mayors on growth
9/22/2005
Incorporate Plattville?
County officials set meeting to discuss issue with residents - 9/22/2005
Orchard Rd. residential? Oswego not interested
Village officials cool to plan to build 600+ multi-family homes - 9/22/2005
Foundation's goal: "Protect Kendall Now"
Goal is to increase pace of land conservation as development occurs - 9/22/2005
Oswego Legion to put out welcome mat
Organization looks to book more banquets, bring back Friday fish fries - 9/22/2005
Pace to consolidate Montgomery bus routes
Douglas Road area service maintained, downtown discontinued - 9/22/2005
1998 Oswego plan becomes reality
Downtown plan has survived both skeptics and personnel changes - 9/22/2005
County officials clash over engineering firm
Disagree on selection process for Eldamain Road bridge project - 9/22/2005
Oswego seeking bigger buses for Park-n-Ride
Increasing ridership prompts study - 9/22/2005
Attorney to draft Kendall County landfill host fee pact
Ad hoc board committee organized - 9/22/2005
Slower going on Oswego Town Center project
Village officials, contractors now target Dec. 15 completion date for first phase - 9/22/2005
Another enrollment record set
12,650 students showed up for class on first day - 9/15/2005
Teachers' contract finalized
Wage hikes total 9.81 percent over two years; teachers insurance costs up - 9/15/2005
Oswego Village Board news briefs...
OK funeral home south of Oswego Commons - 9/15/2005
Kendall agency working to aid Katrina evacuees
Some families now staying in county - 9/15/2005
Sheriff in New Orleans: "It's quite an effort down here"
9/15/2005
Oswego, Montgomery village presidents on Sept. 20 panel
Event set at Aurora's Prisco Center - 9/15/2005
Oswego considers overnight parking ban
Police chief: measure would help neighborhood patrol efforts - 9/15/2005
School district budget in the black-for now
Allows for spending of $93.2 million; balance of $15,691 - 9/15/2005
Area college students among fortunate few
Hurricane Katrina disrupted educations, but that's all - 9/15/2005
Architects picked for new Montgomery hall
Village board chooses Chicago-based firm in split ballot - 9/15/2005
Pinched at the pump
Motorists, local agencies cope with $3 per gallon gas - 9/8/2005
Bikes may provide alternative for some
Growing trail network links villages, Aurora - 9/8/2005
More help for those in dire need
Kendall County area police, firefighters part of hurricane relief effort - 9/8/2005
Oswego developers sue Lowe's for contract breach
9/8/2005
Randall to seek another term as Kendall Sheriff
Republican has held position for two decades - 9/8/2005
County accepting hurricane relief donations
Board members disagree on contributing taxpayer dollars - 9/8/2005
Expect fall completion for trail bridge
Structure will link two parks along Fox River between Oswego, Montgomery - 9/8/2005
Reata Subdivision expected back on Oswego agenda
Street connections, traffic a concern for nearby homeowners - 9/8/2005
Next Oswego Village Board meeting a real marathon?
Long agenda awaits officials, public Monday - 9/8/2005
Petka will leave State Senate next year
Long-time lawmaker secured relief funds for Montgomery after '96 flood - 9/8/2005
Fox Valley area mayors to speak at Aurora AARP forum
Public will have chance to question officials during Sept. 20 Prisco Center event - 9/8/2005
Park district OKs development agreements
Agency secures park land, prairie basin in Oswego projects - 9/8/2005
Park officials view plans for 116 acre subdivision
Would include 11.3 acre park site - 9/8/2005
Interjections by Tony Scott
What happened to that Winn Dixie cashier? - 9/8/2005
Agree on new teachers' pact
Contract now awaits votes by OEA members, school district board - 9/1/2005
Sprinkling bans lifted
Watering hours still limited in Oswego, Montgomery - 9/1/2005
Oswego man dies in Orchard Rd. collision
9/1/2005
Name Montgomery development official
New MEDC Director Allen worked previously in Will, McHenry counties - 9/1/2005
Lawmakers bid to lower price at the pump
Propose five percent reduction in state's gas sales tax - 9/1/2005
Kane County to re-do transportation impact fee
Decision has no impact on Montgomery, board members told - 9/1/2005
Oswego School District Board news briefs...
OK lumber purchase for building trades home - 9/1/2005
Change in Kendall's Golden Diners program60
Chicago-based firm awarded contract; Salvation Army files appeal - 9/1/2005
Oswego competing for next administrator
Board advised to "strengthen position" to attract top applicants - 9/1/2005
Parks to seek higher Oswego land-cash fees
Agency to join school district in bid to revise Oswego ordinance - 9/1/2005
Wait 'til next year for Oswego water tower
Replacement of old tower delayed - 9/1/2005
Montgomery subdivision now part of library district
Blackberry West added to service area - 9/1/2005
Interjections by Tony Scott
Narrowly missed being down in the flood - 9/1/2005
OK Plainfield location for next school
Oswego School Distrcit Board approves site in Grande Park Subdivision - 8/25/2005
Bush visit capped an eventful Montgomery day
Police chief details behind-the-scenes activities from Aug. 10 - 8/25/2005
Special ed teacher faces porn charge
Worked at Thompson Junior High - 8/25/2005
Cross hopeful on highway funds
State funding needed to secure federal transportation dollars - 8/25/2005
Republicans ready to rally 'round Edgar?
But Cross warns that former Guv would face "nasty race" against Blagojevich - 8/25/2005
Architects vie to design new village hall
Two firms present initial concepts to Montgomery Village Board - 8/25/2005
Settlers cottage fits into architects' plans
8/25/2005
Park district finances in order, board told
Agency has ability to issue bonds to pay for capital projects - 8/25/2005
Kendall farmland protection program OK'd
But county currently lacks funding for land purchases - 8/25/2005
Oswego may re-evaluate developer fee
School district survey found land-cash payments were lowest - 8/25/2005
Montgomery Menards gets green light
Home store will anchor Ogden Hill center at Routes 34, 30 - 8/25/2005
Mill Road sidewalk work almost complete
8/25/2005
Montgomery extends water restrictions; approves fine
8/25/2005
Object to overnight street parking ban
Oswego residents voice concerns over proposed ordinance - 8/25/2005
More lanes for Orchard Road urged
Development official: widening necessary to help lure businesses - 8/18/2005
Menards project advances
Montgomery panel endorse Route 34 store, retail center - 8/18/2005
Rain cited in Briarcliff Lake fish kill
Hundreds of fish found Tuesday along shore in Montgomery subdivision - 8/18/2005
Survey: Builder fees for schools vary
Oswego's land-cash ordinance fees lowest in school district - 8/18/2005
Second time the charm for Oswego project
Agreement, plans revised for Grove Road project after earlier negative board vote - 8/18/2005
Sheriff's official: Bush visit went smoothly
8/18/2005
Tower demolition expected in October
Oswego Village Board OKs temporary cell tower on Madison Street site - 8/18/2005
Oswego considering overweight truck fee
Permits would cost operators $50 - 8/18/2005
More than 100 Lakewood SA bills past due
Payments coming in slower than last year, Montgomery committee told - 8/18/2005
Pact to preserve Montgomery farmstead OK'd
Forest preserve district would assume ownership of Dickson Road parcel - 8/18/2005
Starbucks, Taco Bell, Long John Silver's plans backed
Final Oswego Village Board votes on restaurant projects expected - 8/18/2005
Oswego may ban overnight street parking
Board reviews ordinance that would apply to village's newer areas - 8/18/2005
Interjections by Tony Scott
Anyone up for some Southern Discomfort - 8/18/2005
A historic day for Kendall
President signs Transportation Bill at Cat plant - 8/11/2005
Tip of the enrollment growth iceberg?
Study shows schools could gain 12,890 more students from pending projects - 8/11/2005
Businesses sprouting up along Orchard Rd.
Montgomery and Oswego officials expect growth trend to continue - 8/11/2005
Hire interim principal for Oswego High School
Veteran educator Babich worked previously at East Aurora, Yorkville - 8/11/2005
Limit bank locations on Orchard Road?
Concern over loss of sales tax revenues prompts board discussion - 8/11/2005
Park district in line for Orchard Rd. properties
Agency to receive land donations in two developments - 8/11/2005
Oswego Village Board news briefs...
OK funding for Grove, Plainfield road signals - 8/11/2005
Seek volunteers for school district panels
Residents needed to serve on facilities and traffic committees - 8/11/2005
Oswego Police change Social Security policy
Police won't ask victims for numbers - 8/11/2005
Oswego School District Board news briefs...
District wins 14th "What Parents Want Award" - 8/11/2005
Menards eyes Montgomery site
Store would anchor Ogden Hill Center at Routes 34, 30 - 8/4/2005
Metra station in Fed transportation bill
But Oswego official notes construction likely years away - 8/4/2005
Oswego to install Mill Road sidewalk
Project targeted for completion by start of new school year - 8/4/2005
Hope in budget for Route 30 widening?
Hastert: funds should be forthcoming under revised formula - 8/4/2005
Taco Bell, Long John Silver's, Starbucks up for review
More national chain restaurants planning locations in Oswego - 8/4/2005
Federal bill includes Prairie Parkway funds
Location still yet to be determined - 8/4/2005
Drought disaster relief for Kendall farmers?
Some county farmers may qualify for loans, official says - 8/4/2005
Ex-GOP official enters guilty plea in Ponzi scam
Admits taking $4M from investors - 8/4/2005
Plan more Washington Park upgrades
Contractor to install basketball court, pergola, walkway - 8/4/2005
Bill has federal funds for Kendall projects
Hastert secures dollars for Rt. 47, bridge west of Yorkville - 8/4/2005
Park district bids to annex 200 home subdivision
Board votes to contact developer of project near Grove Road and Ill. Route 126 - 8/4/2005
Plan park entrance at Woolley and Plainfield
Work part of re-alignment project - 8/4/2005
Yesteryear
From the pages of our history... - 8/4/2005
Budget for 1,600 more students
Tentative school district budget anticipates continued enrollment boom - 7/28/2005
OK salary increase for school chief
Total wage and benefits package tops $188,000 - 7/28/2005
Regional water conservation measures?
Montgomery official to raise issue at intergovernmental meeting - 7/28/2005
Oswego, Montgomery water restrictions remain in place
7/28/2005
Rain helps, but farmers brace for worst
Kendall County may be in line for disaster area designation - 7/28/2005
Homeowner buzzin' about neighbor's bees
Asks Montgomery Village Board to approve bee-keeping rules - 7/28/2005
Oswego School District Board news briefs...
Hometown Oswego parents protest bus cuts - 7/28/2005
Sewer line charge adds to water bills
Resident questions Oswego's practice of basing fee on flat rate - 7/28/2005
Slow, slow going on Lisbon waste water plant
Funding for project in tiny Kendall town awaits state, federal approvals - 7/28/2005
Spend funds to pull illegal developer signs?
Montgomery officials mull actively enforcing existing ordinance - 7/28/2005
Oswego may have help with new hall site search
Consultant to present proposal to village board next Monday - 7/28/2005
Montgomery Police may still use old Rt. 25 station
Agreement allows limited police use - 7/28/2005
Oswego Village Board news briefs...
60 acre retail center planned at Orchard, Mill roads - 7/28/2005
Montgomery seeks funds for downtown upgrades
'Streetscape' improvements would be completed as new village hall is built - 7/28/2005
Interjections by Tony Scott
New Blago law: "Grand Theft Civil Liberties" - 7/28/2005
Boost water conservation measures
Oswego adopts "zero tolerance policy;" Montgomery issues sprinkling ban - 7/21/2005
Seek changes in county RV law
Boulder Hill homeowners call current Kendall law too restrictive - 7/21/2005
Chemicals spilled at Oswego High School
Firefighter, four school employees taken for hospital evaluations - 7/21/2005
Fight fire outside Cat plant
7/21/2005
Save part of old Oswego Dragstrip?
Developers propose to preserve portion of track in project west of Orchard Rd. - 7/21/2005
Orchard Rd. retail project gets initial OK
Oswego commission endorses development west of Gates Creek - 7/21/2005
Oswego wants project to connect with Lynwood
Board asks developers to revise concept plans for King Nursery property - 7/21/2005
Montgomery officials discuss limiting bank sites
Caution urged in allowing banks in centers with financial incentive pacts - 7/21/2005
Oswego vehicle stickers on the way back
Village board agrees to offer voluntary program to residents - 7/21/2005
Weber: abortion protesters within rights
Oswego president says group did not need permit for Rt. 34 demonstration - 7/21/2005
Shift site for some Montgomery meetings
New police station to host village board, commission sessions - 7/21/2005
Most abide by watering restrictions
Oswego, Montgomery officials pleased with community response - 7/14/2005
Oswego sign law amended
Village approves directional signs in village rights-of-way - 7/14/2005
List school district adminstrator salaries
Total compensation expenses for district to rise two percent - 7/14/2005
Oswego panel endorses funeral home plan
McKeown-Dunn proposes new facility off Douglas Road - 7/14/2005
Sen. Durbin touts energy bill during visit
Says ethanol provision would be "great news" for Illinois farmers - 7/14/2005
Boulder Hill water main project set to start
Contractors for Montgomery to replace main under Cayman Drive - 7/14/2005
School board member on Oswego panel?
Village board member wants elected school official on plan commission - 7/14/2005
Panel backs sign for bed and breakfast
Oswego Chicago Road homeowners voice objections - 7/14/2005
Oswego, Montgomery homebuilders very busy
700+ residential units permitted for construction in two villages during first half of '05 - 7/14/2005
Oswego Village Board news briefs...
Red Robin to open Aug. 8; Giordano's in Sept. - 7/14/2005
Moving day near for Montgomery Police
Workers putting finishing touches on new Rt. 30 station - 7/14/2005
Oswego builders now paying more to build
Fee hikes expeced to boost revenues - 7/14/2005
Area police: racial profile stats don't add up
Minorities accounted for 24% percent of Kendall traffic stops last year - 7/14/2005
Yesteryear
From the pages of our history... - 7/14/2005
Kendall County backs Prairie Parkway path
Split board endorses 'protected' IDOT corridor in 6-4 ballot - 7/7/2005
Set sales tax hike request amount
County referendum to seek funds for highway projects - 7/7/2005
Buyer sought for historic Montgomery home
Clinton Street residence was once owned by first village president - 7/7/2005
Montgomery renews bid for local Metra station bid
Village seeking RTA grant to fund initial planning study - 7/7/2005
Bus service cuts a Montgomery concern
Village officials object to Pace proposal, question Oswego service expansion - 7/7/2005
Water conservation measures still in place
Recent showers not enough to lift Oswego, Montgomery restrictions - 7/7/2005
Oswego School District Board news briefs...
Policy permits "out of sight" cell phones - 7/7/2005
Detail plan to extend Fox River Trail
Park district to seek grant to fund project south of Rt. 34 near downtown Oswego - 7/7/2005
Veterans staff wins salary dispute lawsuit
Challenged county board over wages - 7/7/2005
Ten receive Daryl Thompson Scholarships
Program honors memory of long-time Oswego School District educator - 7/7/2005
Plan to expand police parking lot advances
Project would help relieve crowding at 14 year-old Oswego facility - 7/7/2005
River advocates oppose Yorkville dam changes
'Friends of the Fox' seek support for removal of Yorkville structure - 7/7/2005
Easy on the water
Montgomery, Oswego take steps to reduce demandd - 6/30/2005
SA: Oswego Police justified in shooting
Rules man with knives posed 'imminent danger' - 6/30/2005
"Critical time" near for area crops
Lack of rain, intense heat cause for concern on Kendall farms - 6/30/2005
Lawsuit seeks corrected property tax bills
Aurora alterman bids to fix school overcharges - 6/30/2005
School district salary increases approved
4.5 percent wage hikes for select, non-certified staffers; administrators get 3.5 percent - 6/30/2005
Landmark status for Oswego home rejected
Proposal to designate Judson House on Main Street fails in split ballot - 6/30/2005
Montgomery OKs initial Wal-Mart plans
Village officials tout benefits of store on Orchard Rd. at Rt. 30 - 6/30/2005
Start talks on Wal-Mart incentive pact
Retailer requests Montgomery store agreement; village seeks "upscale" building design - 6/30/2005
Boulder Hill park to get a makeover
Park district awards contract for SusanJohn Park upgrades - 6/30/2005
Confusion over park name dates to 1960
Records show it should be SuzanJohn Park - 6/30/2005
Oswego rejects Grove Road subdivision
Proposed home lot sizes a key concern for split village board - 6/30/2005
Fire destroys Rt. 30 motel building, families displaced
6/30/2005
Oswego okays winery annexation agreement
Pact for second Route 34 parcel also approved - 6/30/2005
Montgomery development official resigns
Nortillo to leave MEDC after one year for consulting practice - 6/30/2005
Limit bank sites in developing retail areas?
Montgomery staff to study issue, report to committee - 6/30/2005
Yesteryear
From the pages of our history... - 6/30/2005
Wal-Mart center endorsed
Montgomery panel backs initial plans, permits for store at Orchard, Route 30 - 6/23/2005
Reach accord on school tax overcharges
Agencies await court approval to recalculate Will County tax bills - 6/23/2005
County OKs funds for Orchard, Mill signals
6/23/2005
Officials: PrairieFest virtually problem free
Report orderly, well-mannered crowds at events - 6/23/2005
Buckinghams pleased all ages with '60s hits
A chance to sing-a-long - 6/23/2005
Kendall County tax exemptions on the rise
Property owners have claimed $139 million in breaks, up 51% since last year - 6/23/2005
County board may take position on Prairie Parkway
Pending resolution supports designated "protected route" - 6/23/2005
Home rule status for Kendall County?
Board committee to study proposal - 6/23/2005
More funds for Douglas Rd. widening
Oswego awarded $600,000 to help pay to improve road between Rt. 34 and Rt. 30 - 6/23/2005
"Good things happened here"
Oswego administrator Carrie Hansen departs after six years with village - 6/23/2005
Forest preserve seeks grants to buy, develop land
Blackberry Creek trail, park in Montgomery among projects - 6/23/2005
Downtown Oswego trail project backed
Village board voices unanimous support for park district grant bid - 6/23/2005
GOP states attorney race takes shape
Weis set to announcebid for state's attorney - 6/23/2005
County board approves splitting two precincts
Population growth cited as factor - 6/23/2005
Updated Kendall land-cash law approved
Measure more than doubles developer cost for cash contributions - 6/23/2005
Plan Montgomery Super Wal-Mart
Retailer would anchor center at Rt. 30 and Orchard Road - 6/16/2005
Ruling allows winery to sell wine by the glass
Oswego annexation bid continues - 6/16/2005
Group's goal: protect Kendall open space
Conservation Foundation seeking draft countywide plan - 6/16/2005
Constitutional concerns stall sign law vote
Oswego attorney cites special treatment for open house, garage sale signs - 6/16/2005
Kendall now officially part of Chicagoland
County joins Chicago Area Transportation Study group - 6/16/2005
Forest preserve seeks ideas for Montgomery farmstead
Open meeting set at Dickson Rd. site - 6/16/2005
Commercial growth evident on tax bills
Business shouldering more of growing property tax burden - 6/16/2005
New Kendall tax bills vary widely
Property location key to amount due - 6/16/2005
Property taxes have their own language
What those terms really mean - 6/16/2005
Tax bill sticker shock?
It's too late now to object - 6/16/2005
Oswego Village Board news briefs...
Town Center project won't conflict with fest - 6/16/2005
Prairie Point Park plans questioned...
Park district seeking $400,000 grant to help pay for improvements - 6/16/2005
Big hugs for long-time preschool teacher
Mary Stevens marks three decades on Oswegoland Park District staff - 6/16/2005
County studying Oswego highway impact fee plan
6/16/2005
Oswego imposing total ban on sod, landscape planting
Move intended to limit water demand - 6/16/2005
Name new Fox Bend restaurant manager
Park districts choose experienced assistant from Orchard Valley - 6/16/2005
Schools to phase out some bus routes
Parents protest switch to crossing guards on two Oswego roads - 6/9/2005
OHS principal named assistant superintendent
School board approves hiring Colvin to succeed departing Foderaro - 6/9/2005
Plan nationwide search for new Oswego principal
School chief promises a national search... - 6/9/2005
Ingemunson bids to follow in father's footsteps
Enters state's attorney's race as Republican leaders look on - 6/9/2005
Ex-housing chief faces drug charges
Served as Kendall agency's executive director - 6/9/2005
A municipal government transformed
Anne Marie Gaura has spurred big changes in five years at Montgomery's village hall - 6/9/2005
No 'glass ceiling' at local village halls
Women on the rise in municipal government - 6/9/2005
State police: Shooting probe may take awhile
6/9/2005
Three arrested in Oswego burglaries
Linked to thefts from 16 vehicles - 6/9/2005
Big hugs for long-time pre-school teacher
Mary Stevens marks three decades on Oswegoland Park District staff - 6/9/2005
Work to start on old Oswego streets
Village board OKs $3.3 million contract for Town Center project - 6/9/2005
Oswego selects another new logo
Issues over first choice prompts board action - 6/9/2005
Name changed, but fest in same spot
PrairieFest to open next week in namesake park near OHS - 6/9/2005
Village to get more specific on closed meetings
Court ruling on Open Meetings Act impacts Montgomery Board, other agencies - 6/9/2005
Library makes its case for impact fee hike
Agency officials on Plainfield Village Board agenda - 6/9/2005
Schools to save $61M in bond costs
Board also OKs bonds for new jr. high, elementary schools - 6/2/2005
$12.2M park district budget approved
Property taxes, program fees account for more than half of revenue - 6/2/2005
Await State Police report on Rt. 30 motel shooting
6/2/2005
Winery can sell wine by glass-for now
Judge grants Oswego area business 10 day extension - 6/2/2005
Ingemunson to announce state's attorney bid
Son of long-time Kendall prosecutor, GOP chief sets press conference - 6/2/2005
A traditional look for new village hall?
Montgomery officials want new building to blend-in with landmark Gray's Mill - 6/2/2005
$6M bond sale to help pay for new village hall
Village board vote unanimous - 6/2/2005
Oswego School District Board news briefs...
Firm hired to maintain district's bus fleet - 6/2/2005
Public can view planned park upgrades
Hearing next Wednesday in Oswego's Prairie Point Park - 6/2/2005
Second hearing on Douglas Rd. project possible
Residents have until June 10 to file request with Oswego - 6/2/2005
Tent purchase approved for Fox Bend
Will offer additional gathering space for lease at golf course - 6/2/2005
Park district hires rec superintendent
Guthrie's resume includes stints in both public, private sectors - 6/2/2005
In Montgomery Rt. 30 most dangerous
Police stats show four of five top crash locations on busy highway - 6/2/2005
Village to get more specific on closed meetings
Court ruling on Open Meetings Act impacts Montgomery Board, other agencies - 6/2/2005
Investigate Rt. 30 Motel shooting
Man shot, killed after lunging at police with knife, authorities say - 5/26/2005
Board approves new school day hours
Vote standardizes hours for high schools, junior highs, and elementary buildings - 5/26/2005
Oswego to annex winery? Many object
Proposed annexation of three Rt. 34 parcels concern township residents - 5/26/2005
Raucous hearing crowd tries official's patience
Oswego staffer urges "mutual respect" - 5/26/2005
School district may sell tax warrants
Late Kendall County tax bills cited as factor; funds needed to cover payroll - 5/26/2005
Oswego OKs Chicago Rd. office use
Special use permit approved by village board in a split ballot - 5/26/2005
Oswego Class of '05 a record-setter
572 to receive diplomas Saturday - 5/26/2005
New forest preserve
Official: 45 acre parcel thick with stunning, mature trees - 5/26/2005
Several Kendall highway projects on list for funds
Rt. 25 bridge a "high priority" - 5/26/2005
New police station nears completion
Workers now putting finishes touches on $6.2M Montgomery facility - 5/26/2005
Montgomery OKs downtown plan
Village also moves to hire consultants to design new village hall - 5/26/2005
Oswego makes public works "history"
New radium removal equipment activated at well, more to follow - 5/26/2005
Montgomery Village Board news briefs...
Boulder Hill residents want sod in parkways - 5/26/2005
Montgomery approves TIF district studies
5/26/2005
Interjections by Tony Scott
Give our vets a special Memorial Day present - 5/26/2005
Officials hear landfill pros, cons
Private firms eyeing Kendall County as potential site, board told - 5/19/2005
Oswego may permit signs in rights-of-way
Ordinance would allow garage sale, open house signs - 5/19/2005
Old home may remain on Montgomery Hall site
Board agrees on "reasonable" preservation bid - 5/19/2005
Student-built home open this Sunday
OHS Building Trades' 35th home - 5/19/2005
Forest Preserve OKs Minooka land purchase
County, village to share ownership - 5/19/2005
Library district official looking ahead
Why April expansion referendum failed still a puzzle for official - 5/19/2005
Home lot sizes an Oswego Board issue
Official questions plans for Grove Road subdivision - 5/19/2005
Facelift planned for Main Street building
Oswego Board members voice support for matching grant fund request - 5/19/2005
Kendall County Board news briefs...
Property tax bills may come next week - 5/19/2005
Kendall governmental space needs study set
Firm to examine long-range facility requirements for all departments - 5/19/2005
Departing park board member honored
Young made developing area trail system a priority - 5/19/2005
Yesteryear
From the pages of our history... - 5/19/2005
Reject plan to cut bus routes
Board also tables plan to change school day hours - 5/12/2005
Tax bills beyond sticker shock
School officials cite Kendall assessment and billing system for big bills in Will, Kane county areas - 5/12/2005
Rt. 34, Rt. 31 work starts Monday
Contractors to resurface highways from county line south to Orchard Rd. - 5/12/2005
Oswego village administrator resigns
Hansen cites personal reasons for leaving job after three years - 5/12/2005
Drop Chicago Rd. business zoning request
Property Owner seeking Oswego OK for special use permit - 5/12/2005
Home preservation on Montgomery agenda
Renovated structure could be 'showplace,' board told - 5/12/2005
County backs first-time homebuyers' program
Provides 4.25 percent cash gift at closing - 5/12/2005
Public views Prairie Parkway route options
5/12/2005
Jeanne Young Ends 12 Years On Park Board
5/12/2005
Water tower cost up
Oswego to pay more for downtown tower; steel prices cited - 5/5/2005
Approve interim Kendall prosecutor
County board OKs Barnhart in 8-1 ballot - 5/5/2005
Prosecutor's race may be a hot one
Two-time candidate, long-time state's attorney's son mull bids - 5/5/2005
Montgomery train wreck remembered
40 years ago an Aurora house fire set a reporter on a path to a much bigger story - 5/5/2005
Public can view potential highway routes
Parkway alternatives include eight locations east of Route 47 - 5/5/2005
Rt. 30-Baseline re-alignment need called "critical"
Montgomery officials view infrastructure plans for Rt. 30, Orchard Rd. area - 5/5/2005
Oswego development process questioned
Weber seeks positive, "streamlined" review of business proposals - 5/5/2005
Restaurant to re-open at Fox Bend
Experienced Aurora restaurateur to run "19th Hole" for park districts - 5/5/2005
Historic districts may be left up to residents
Oswego won't seek to designate areas, village president says - 5/5/2005
Await court ruling on VAC staff's salaries
Kendall County accused of paying "intentionally substandard" wages - 5/5/2005
Consider grant bid for Oswego park work
$400,000 would help pay for Prairie Point improvements - 5/5/2005
Work starts on Plainfield fire station
Simons Rd. facility will be Oswego-based agency's fourth - 5/5/2005
Library board OKs two fee hikes, cuts another
Interlibrary loan charge up $3 - 5/5/2005
Food vendors vie for park contract
Seek to sell food in Hudson Crossing Park - 5/5/2005
Teachers turn down contract
Proposal to lengthen school day cited as factor - 4/28/2005
Plan to lengthen school day sparks complaints
Private bus firm would also service more routes under proposal - 4/28/2005
Brew pub coming to downtown Oswego
Emmett's Ale House to open fourth outlet in new building at Rt. 34 bridge - 4/28/2005
Oswego School District Board news briefs...
Voter turnout for school election under 13% - 4/28/2005
Oswego sex offenders on police web site
4/28/2005
Oswego Village Board news briefs...
Concern over subdivision plan prompts invitation - 4/28/2005
Opinions split on Oswego rezoning request
If board approves, office would locate in first floor of Chicago Rd. home - 4/28/2005
Lobbyist: keep an eye on state lawmakers
Notes decline in state jobs; wary of school funding "tax swap" bill - 4/28/2005
Shopping centers on Montgomery's horizon
Development official notes four projects planned along Rt. 30 - 4/28/2005
May 9 swearing-in date for Montgomery Board set
Ceremony delayed until next month due to state law change - 4/28/2005
Await funding plans for old homes
Montgomery historic panel seeking to save downtown homes - 4/28/2005
Montgomery Village Board news briefs...
Developer signs a continuing concern - 4/28/2005
Yesteryear
From the pages of our history... - 4/28/2005
Bid for growth referendum fails
No one seconds motion at Oswego Township's annual meeting - 4/21/2005
State's attorney named judge
4/21/2005
Kendall County to get third judge
Increasing number of cases cited - 4/21/2005
Montgomery panel backs TIF study
Would provide funds to build lake, allow stores on north side of Route 30 - 4/21/2005
Census bureau confirms Kendall boom
County ranked second nationally in growth for 2004 - 4/21/2005
Census report attracts network news
Oswego segment scheduled to air on ABC World News Tonight - 4/21/2005
Oswego backs road fees for county
Village officials seeking developer payments as part of annexation pacts - 4/21/2005
A positive sign from Meijer
Retailer requests sign permit for Rt. 34 Oswego store site - 4/21/2005
Expect Oswego 'Town Center' work
Village to seek bids to rebuild streets in older neighborhood - 4/21/2005
Growth evident in Montgomery budget
Funding set for capital projects, more police officers and staff - 4/21/2005
Hearing on Route 34 subdivision delayed
"Reata" moved to May 9 Oswego agenda - 4/21/2005
Credit checks for county employees? Board split
4/21/2005
Kendall County Board news briefs...
More help hired to monitor inmates - 4/21/2005
County to open own child advocacy center
Facility will allow juvenile crime victims to be inverviewed locally - 4/21/2005
School days may last longer
Board reviews staff proposal for 2005-06 school year - 4/14/2005
Cap new home permits in Oswego?
4/14/2005
Tentative accord reported on new Oswego teachers' contract
4/14/2005
"Humbled, honored" to join Oswego Village Board
Newcomers LeClercq, Weilert begin terms; departing member honored - 4/14/2005
IDOT plans Rt. 30 traffic study
Agency responds to safety concerns raised by Rep. Cross - 4/14/2005
Dual language program approved
School board OKs staff recommendation in split vote - 4/14/2005
State's attorney a finalist for judgeship
McCann of Oswego among two in line for bench - 4/14/2005
Blagojevich signs "sub-circuits" bill
Cross: law throws local courts "into chaos" - 4/14/2005
Oswego School District Board news briefs...
First information services director hired - 4/14/2005
Expect Oswego 'Town Center' work
Village to seek bids to rebuild streets in older neighborhood - 4/14/2005
Oswego budgets funds for village hall
Village plans to use developer-paid revenues to help pay for new facility - 4/14/2005
Montgomery Village Board news briefs...
New budget, salary schedule approved - 4/14/2005
County jail contractor seeks more funds
Attributes three month construction delay to City of Yorkville - 4/14/2005
Oswego Village Board news briefs...
OK plans for Wendy's on Orchard Road - 4/14/2005
School board president out
Incumbent Behrens, three newcomers claim seats - 4/7/2005
LeClercq tops Oswego Village Board race
Incumbents Rock, West and first-time candidate Weilert also prevail - 4/7/2005
Voters turn down referendums
Library expansion plan fails by 222 ballots - 4/7/2005
County's sales tax for roads rejected
4/7/2005
Agreement near on Plainfield park project?
Park commissioners updated on Simons Road proposal - 4/7/2005
Michelini gains second term in Montgomery
Voters pick incumbent village president over board challenger - 4/7/2005
Forest preserve district OKs 151 acre purchase
Property part of Hoover Center parcel - 4/7/2005
Grosskopf prevails in township highway race
Voters give incumbent commissioner fifth term - 4/7/2005
Small re-claims seat on Oswego Township Board
4/7/2005
Oswego boosts developer fees
Extra charges expected to generate an additional $1.7M annually - 4/7/2005
Official: Orchard Rd. plans in place
But widening in Montgomery probably two years off, business leaders told - 4/7/2005
Montgomery backs North Aurora in court appeal bid
Ruling could affect village, officials agree - 4/7/2005
Good to the last drop
Oswego water judged best tasting in contest - 4/7/2005
Resource center opens at Farnsworth House
Facility dedicated to memory of long-time area 'glass house' researcher - 4/7/2005
Montgomery Village Board news briefs...
Request for sign on parked semi trailer rejected - 4/7/2005
Oswego Village Board news briefs...
Tornado siren to go up along Grove Road - 4/7/2005
Election next Tuesday
Voters to decide local races, tax hike requests - 3/31/2005
Oswego Village Board candidates meet the voters
Toastmasters' forum draws small crowd at White School Museum - 3/31/2005
Montgomery race a contrast in styles
Heinz challenges Michelini for village's top job - 3/31/2005
Fox Bend's 'Landing' restaurant closes
Oswego, Fox Valley Park Districts now seeking manager to operate facility - 3/31/2005
Cross seeks more lanes for Rt. 30
Cites rising accident toll, risk to drivers in letter to IDOT official - 3/31/2005
Race on for township highway job
Grosskopf seeking fifth term; Johnson making first bid - 3/31/2005
Sales tax hike sought for Kendall roads
If voters approve, county would receive $3M annually for highway projects - 3/31/2005
Official: Orchard Rd. plans in place
But widening in Montgomery probably two years off, business leaders told - 3/31/2005
Library plan: remodel, build new
Funds sought to expand facilities to serve growing Oswego, Montgomery population - 3/31/2005
Yesteryear
From the pages of our history... - 3/31/2005
Web Exclusive: Oswego Candidates' Forum set
Toastmasters Club to host forum at White School Museum - 3/28/2005
1,600 more students by fall
School district enrollment projected to top 12,700 by Sept. 30 - 3/24/2005
Plank Junior High
Split board names new school after retired leader - 3/24/2005
State highway chief calls Rt. 30 a "mess"
Acknowledges need for reconstruction during Plainfield meeting - 3/24/2005
Noise walls sought along Route 30
Montgomery official seeking state action prior to widening - 3/24/2005
Oswego School District news briefs...
School registration, other fees hiked - 3/24/2005
Realtor, garage sale signs barred again
Temporary law that allowed signs in Oswego right-of-ways lapses - 3/24/2005
Police parking lot expansion funds OK'd
Water tower replacement also in proposed Oswego budget - 3/24/2005
View plans to remodel Oswego Library
Revised proposal would allow for more public space - 3/24/2005
View plan to expand Ashcroft Subdivision
Project would include school site, commercial area, single family homes and townhomes - 3/24/2005
Vacant homes a Montgomery concern
Officials want Kane Co. to demolish structures at Orchard, Rt. 30 - 3/24/2005
"Green roof" for new village hall?
Montgomery to consider rooftop garden option to limit building's drainage impact - 3/24/2005
Official: court fine "doesn't make sense"
Oswego officials defend actions in contempt case - 3/17/2005
OK for Wal-Mart Center
Rt. 34 center will be largest in Kendall Co. - 3/17/2005
Survey finds sales tax hike support
County seeking voter OK April 5 to boost funds for road projects - 3/17/2005
Local projects in Fed transportation bill
House bill has funds for Rt. 30, Baseline Rd. re-alignment - 3/17/2005
Horses coming to Oswego
Sponsors sought for Carousel Horses - 3/17/2005
Kendall County Board news briefs...
Morgan Creek area near Oswego target for study - 3/17/2005
Krase honored for park board service
Long-time official has worked to boost cooperation with other agencies - 3/17/2005
Plan to remodel Oswego Library viewed
Library board asks architect's representative for more options - 3/17/2005
Library board approves referendum resolution
Funds would pay for remodeling current library, second facility - 3/17/2005
Montgomery budgets for capital projects
Ogden Hill water tower, Boulder Hill mains on list for funding effective May 1 - 3/17/2005
Montgomery budget has $480,000 for road projects
3/17/2005
Riverfront clean-up
Oswego seeking bids to demolish old garage - 3/17/2005
Montgomery village hall financing plan set
Bond sale, developer fees, existing tax revenues to pay for new facility - 3/17/2005
Oswego Village Board news briefs...
Orchard, Mill Rd. center gets final OK - 3/17/2005
Montgomery Village Board news briefs...
Sludge removal pact should net savings - 3/17/2005
Unveil second library building plans
Library group members view, question Montgomery facility proposal - 3/10/2005
Schools expect $1.8M more in funding
Referendum key to boosting district's current fiscal year bottom line - 3/10/2005
Rt. 31 project hearing continued
Oswego officials want corridor study completed - 3/10/2005
Survey: Most expect traffic conditions to worsen
Many respondents also support widening existing area roads - 3/10/2005
Brew pub coming to Oswego's downtown?
Developer hopeful of finalizing lease for new building - 3/10/2005
Oswego Drag Strip proves fertile ground for Oswego documentary film maker
Oswego once dragsters' Mecca - 3/10/2005
Village president candidate absent from forum
Heinz declined invitation; spent Sunday campaigning in Seasons Ridge - 3/10/2005
Montgomery candidates tout growth benefits
Developer fees paying for new projects, forum audience told - 3/10/2005
Library Friends leader backs April referendum
Will ask membership for endorsement - 3/10/2005
Oswego OKs Wolf, Harvey Rd. subdivision
Village board's split votes ends years of talks, plan revisions - 3/10/2005
Oswego may boost homebuilder fees
But three year-old utility tax like to remain in place - 3/10/2005
Cross bids to boost school bond program
Details plan to provide $1.5 billion in construction funds - 3/10/2005
Hastert, VA chief quizzed on veterans benefits
Nicholson "perplexed" by disparity between claims paid in Illinois, other states - 3/10/2005
Oswego fined $786,000; plan appeal
Judge: village made "complete mockery of court" by issuing permits - 3/3/2005
Schools may limit student fundraising
3/3/2005
Final votes expected on Oswego Wal-Mart center
No objections raised during public hearing Monday evening - 3/3/2005
Large natural area now in park district
Agency to maintain parcel in Henneberry Woods Subdivision south of Oswego - 3/3/2005
Official: library can't ignore free land offer
Plan to build new Montgomery facility, remodel current library explained - 3/3/2005
Park district urged to limit turf grass
Resident says natural plantings would cut agency's costs, better for environment - 3/3/2005
County OKs 244 home project in split ballot
Questions raised over wooded area preservation and tree survey - 3/3/2005
Park district to seek bike trail grant
Proposed trail section would link Jaycee, Barnaby parks near Douglas Rd. - 3/3/2005
Farm family wants to be their own developers
40 home lot subdivision would feature conservation design techniques - 3/3/2005
New park property includes farmstead
Agency tentatively secures 12 acres in Plainfield - 3/3/2005
Architect: police station to be "friendly" place
Montgomery Village Board members tour Rt. 30 construction site - 3/3/2005
Rt. 31-Knell signal project extension backed
Ready-mix concrete firm granted six additional months to complete upgrades - 3/3/2005
Montgomery village hall could cost $10M
Village board receives estimate, reviews funding options - 3/3/2005
County to take tax hike request on the road
Public forums on April 5 referendum set in Oswego and Yorkville - 3/3/2005
Voters say "yes" to schools
Turnout low, but Education Fund rate hike OK'd - 2/24/2005
Back plan for homes west of Dickson Road
Balmorea on Montgomery Board's agenda - 2/24/2005
Official: county should ID landfill sites
2/24/2005
Park district dedicates new rec center
Former Rt. 25 auto dealership building now houses 'Boulder Point' - 2/24/2005
Boulder Point holds lots of memories for official
Township supervisor worked at then later owned building - 2/24/2005
Expect work soon on Oswego restaurants
Giordano's, Red Robin building permit applications now pending - 2/24/2005
County jail expansion likely not the last
Contractors now adding 112 beds to 13 year-old Yorkville facility - 2/24/2005
Criminal cases up, but traffic cases drop
County also rapidly outgrowing eight year-old courthouse - 2/24/2005
County support sought for homebuyer program
"Assist" provides cash gifts at closings - 2/24/2005
Oswego seeking designs for new logo
Area residents can submit entries until next Tuesday - 2/24/2005
A "bold" plan for Montgomery's downtown
Mill District includes new village hall site and adjoining properties - 2/24/2005
Yesteryear
From the pages of our history... - 2/24/2005
Pass or fail?
School referendum to voters Tuesday - 2/17/2005
Education Fund pays for teachers, books, etc.
School district funds defined - 2/17/2005
Dem official: web page not product of local party
2/17/2005
Oswego Chamber "wholly supports" school request
2/17/2005
Public takes a pass on library meeting
No one shows for info session on agency's April 5 referendum - 2/17/2005
Friends of the Library yet to take a position on vote
2/17/2005
Back plan for 365 homes near Morgan Creek
Oswego subdivision would also have 271 acres of open space - 2/17/2005
Oswego School District Board news briefs...
Student grades, other data to go on-line - 2/17/2005
Rt. 31 restaurant, retail center plan hit
Nearby homeowners voice objections; public hearing continued - 2/17/2005
Oswego Village Board news briefs...
Landmark Main St. property? Issued tabled - 2/17/2005
County to join regional transportation panel
6-4 vote secures seat on CATs policy committee - 2/17/2005
County OKs additional maintenance help
Board approves $26,348 per year position in split ballot - 2/17/2005
Firm hired for new Village Hall project
Will design landscape plans for Montgomery facility - 2/17/2005
Garbage billing change good for Montgomery's bottom line
'01 vote kept village afloat, board told - 2/17/2005
Some polling places changed
Precincts consolidated to save county costs for Feb. 22 school tax vote - 2/10/2005
Pride shows at Oswego East dedication
Hundreds attend ceremony Sunday; tour $65 million facility - 2/10/2005
East makes a big impression
Residents, officials hail new high school's design, amenities - 2/10/2005
Early vote may not factor in outcome
Voter turnout for Feb. '89 referendum comparable to other local elections - 2/10/2005
The Army calls again at 40
Sheriff's commander back on active duty - 2/10/2005
Study identifies accident hot spots
Extra patrols part of Oswego Police effort to reduce wrecks as traffic volume grows - 2/10/2005
Jail growing with the county
Expansion project adding 112 beds to 13 year-old Yorkville facility - 2/10/2005
Reject fishing policy for Orchard lake
2/10/2005
Lindner backs Kendall agenda in Springfield
2/10/2005
Police: Three Montgomery retailers fail tobacco check
2/10/2005
Oswego sales tax revenues climbing
Annual receipts projected at $3.08M, almost double 2001 level - 2/10/2005
Library referendum put on ballot
Funds sought to remodel current building; construct second facility in Montgomery - 2/3/2005
Collection agency after county for old phone bill
2/3/2005
Homebuilders very busy here in '04
Home starts in Yorkville and Plano nearing Oswego and Montgomery levels - 2/3/2005
Yorkville expects surge in commercial buildings
2/3/2005
Horses to follow wolves, panthers to Oswego
"Carousels Around the World" theme for benefit sidewalk sculpture display - 2/3/2005
Library officials say thanks to Montgomery
Honored for securing land donation - 2/3/2005
Poised to turn another page in library history
Agency originated in 1892 as a volunteer library on Oswego's Main Street - 2/3/2005
Opinions differ on landmark status
Oswego officials question request for Main St. home, property - 2/3/2005
McAdam marks first year at park helm
Executive director finds job guiding agency in rapidly growing community "truly rewarding" - 2/3/2005
Montgomery may gain canoe rental/art gallery
Space leased in former Rt. 25 gas station - 2/3/2005
Back larger Plainfield Rd. retail/office center
Oswego Board supports rezoning business park lots near Dreyer Medical Clinic - 2/3/2005
Library district's service area questioned
Officials note agency serves residents beyond Oswego's borders - 2/3/2005
Extra help for Orchard Rd. developers?
Montgomery panel backs planning assistance in bid to spur development - 2/3/2005
Residents pass on school cuts
Meeting shifted to accommodate expected crowd, but just one parent comments - 1/27/2005
Cool '04 summer good for pool budget
1/27/2005
School, park, library, municipal races set
Candidate petition filing period ends for April 5 election - 1/27/2005
Kendall panel backs golf course subdivision plan
Unincorporated project would include 243 homes south of Oswego - 1/27/2005
Back Douglas Rd. project funding plan
Oswego Village Board voices support for using state-reimbursed revenues - 1/27/2005
Buckinghams to headline PrairieFest
Pop group was Chicago area AM radio favorite in the mid-'60s - 1/27/2005
Oswego School District Board news briefs...
Energy program has saved $203,410, board told - 1/27/2005
More info asked on county vote
Oswego official questions how referendum funds would be spent - 1/27/2005
Park's new name should make fest easy to find
Park board re-names OHS South Fields "PrairieFest Park" - 1/27/2005
Park official: new staff key to successful '04
Mattingly also lists Boulder Point Center, Ogden Falls park among highlights - 1/27/2005
South Park Fire Dept. awarded FEMA grant
Montgomery-based agency to use funds for equipment purchases - 1/27/2005
A food vendor in downtown park?
Park district discusses request - 1/27/2005
Expect vote on library referendum
Agency may seek funds to remodel current library, build new facility in Montgomery - 1/20/2005
County puts sales tax hike on ballot
1/20/2005
Wal-Mart vote expected soon
Oswego official targets Feb. 14 for public hearing - 1/20/2005
GOP lawmakers split on gay rights bill
Rep. Lindner backed, while Rep. Cross opposed controversial legislation - 1/20/2005
New law limits tax vote campaigning
State's attorney advises county board - 1/20/2005
Support heard for library expansion
Officials explain plans for new Montgomery, current Oswego facilities - 1/20/2005
Jury rules shooting death a homicide
Body was found north of Yorkville - 1/20/2005
April election races start to take shape
Prospective candidates have until next Tuesday to file petitions - 1/20/2005
Oswego Commons center purchased for $35 million
1/20/2005
Oswego OKs new fees for schools
Village officials expect school district to receive more in revenues - 1/20/2005
Montgomery "cottage project" bids received
Architectural firms seek contract to prepare survey of Clinton St. home - 1/20/2005
Montgomery impact fee collections top $4.8M
Oswego School District receives $1.2M - 1/20/2005
Yesteryear
From the pages of our history... - 1/20/2005
School budget cut plans reviewed
Officials would look to trim $6 million if Feb. 22 referendum fails - 1/13/2005
County to consider sales tax referendum
Issue on next agenda - 1/13/2005
Assessments continue to rise
Tax value of most homes up between four and eight percent - 1/13/2005
Most students not from Oswego
Aurora, Montgomery, other areas account for most of District 308's enrollment - 1/13/2005
Oswego needs extra funds for Douglas Rd. project
Bond issue an option to close $4.2 million funding gap - 1/13/2005
Growth hits home in Kendall schools
Oswego tops county in enrollment and teacher salaries - 1/13/2005
Report cards show spending, test score link
1/13/2005
Lesson learned on band trip: "Que sera, sera..."
1/13/2005
Restaurant may be first to open in Meijer center
Oswego Village Board supportive of Buffalo Wild Wings proposal - 1/13/2005
More homes planned west of Dickson Rd.
Montgomery Village Board backs Hearthwood Farms concept plan - 1/13/2005
Kendall court will be in Kane, DeKalb "subcircuit"
State lawmakers OK'd bill over area, local officials' objections - 1/13/2005
Oswego Village Board news briefs..
Police seek grant for Park-n-Ride cameras - 1/13/2005
Construction manager hired for new village hall
Montgomery Board votes to use firm that worked on police station - 1/13/2005
Montgomery seeking grants for local projects
Funds would be pay for architectural study of historic home, Parker Ct. work - 1/13/2005
School budget cut plan up for review
Officials would seek to close $5M deficit if voters reject tax hike - 1/6/2005
OHS Band didn't miss a beat
Skies cleared just in time for Rose Parade appearance - 1/6/2005
Rose Parade trip exceeded expectations
A student's perspective... - 1/6/2005
Oswego OKs new library district fees
Will serve to increase homebuilder contributions to agency - 1/6/2005
White School Museum earns a support grant
1/6/2005
Temp. signals may take a year, board told
Oswego officials back funding for village's share of engineering cost - 1/6/2005
Study: Fox River condition deteriorating
Lack of intergovernmental coordination also cited as problem - 1/6/2005
Feb. 22 key date on school calendar
Deficit prompts school tax Education Fund rate hike request - 1/6/2005
New police station stirring interest
Montgomery official expects two open houses at "state-of-the-art" facility - 1/6/2005
Oswegoans to get radium free water
Filtering system expected to go on-line early this year - 1/6/2005
Library's referendum loss a learning experience
Agency seeking more citizen input before next ballot try - 1/6/2005
A master site plan for Kendall's campus?
County board committee asks architect to submit proposal - 1/6/2005
School chief defends 'early' referendum
Waiting until April 5 vote could cost district millions, Behlow says - 12/30/2004
Among the survivors
OHS grad watched tsunami hit from hotel balcony - 12/30/2004
Indicted Republican official to plead guilty
Oswego committeeman accused of running Ponzi scheme - 12/30/2004
Growth continued to challenge schools
District opened two schools, changed attendance boundaries - 12/30/2004
More retailers found Oswego in '04
Wal-Mart and Orchard Rd. centers expected soon - 12/30/2004
Progress on big Montgomery projects
As new police station went up, Rt. 34 retail center was OK'd, new village hall site picked - 12/30/2004
New Montgomery school may be "mothballed"
Kaneland likely to delay McDole Elementary opening if referendum fails - 12/30/2004
Bateman honored for OEDC Board service
12/30/2004
Park district web site gaining in popularity
49 percent register for programs online - 12/30/2004
A look back at 2004
12/30/2004
Another very good year for quotes
Local officials, others had lots to say in our pages in '04 - 12/30/2004
"50-50 chance" for country sales tax referendum
Proposed sales tax would help pay for Kendall road projects - 12/23/2004
Hire more police?
Funds asked to hire six Oswego officers - 12/23/2004
Park district staff salary study underway
Consultants also examining agency's organizational structure - 12/23/2004
Citizen input sought on library's future
Committee would offer views on growth plans, referendum - 12/23/2004
Report card notes school district changes
Most scores above state averages; student diversity increasing - 12/23/2004
Heinz plans bid for Montgomery's top job
Long-time board member to challenge incumbent Michelini in April balloting - 12/23/2004
Road work ahead in 'old' Oswego
Village to seek bids for Town Center renovation this winter; work expected next spring - 12/23/2004
More study asked on police parking expansion
Oswego committee objects to removal of three trees on crowded Rt. 34 site - 12/23/2004
Kendall County Board news briefs
Plan to "cluster precincts for school referendum - 12/23/2004
First woman named to Fox Bend Board
Retired teacher on panel that oversees Oswego golf course operations - 12/23/2004
No action on Oswego Wal-Mart center
Village official now expects ballot on annexation, other pacts next month - 12/23/2004
Park officials plan brainstorming session
Wide range of issues up for discussion - 12/23/2004
Kendall offered a place at Fed agency's table
CATS policy panel membership could boost county's input on transportation issues - 12/23/2004
"Sub-circuit" plan for area courts hit
Lawmakers, judges speak against plan at Aurora hearing - 12/23/2004
School tax vote on Feb. 22 ballot
Voter approval sought for 30 cent Education Fund rate hike - 12/16/2004
OK new jr. high, elementary boundaries
School district board votes 6-1 in favor revised plan - 12/16/2004
Name principals for three new schools
Oswego School District Board approves hirings in unanimous ballot - 12/16/2004
Winery may request Oswego annexation
Would qualify retailer for village liquor license; sales of wine by the glass - 12/16/2004
Montgomery April election races set
Heinz to challenge Michelini for top job - 12/16/2004
Montgomery farmstead on forest preserve agenda
12/16/2004
Oswego home now an historic landmark
Jackson Street residence first to receive village designation - 12/16/2004
VAC chief: "Demands" actually a counteroffer
Kendall agency seeks more funding - 12/16/2004
Oswego Village Board news briefs...
$150,000 to help pay for OHS Band's Rose trip - 12/16/2004
Grove, Plainfield road signal project advances
Oswego Village Board approves funds for engineering work - 12/16/2004
Oswego study: leaf plowing cheaper
Village public works dept. likely to continue current disposal method - 12/16/2004
Montgomery Village Board news briefs...
Tax rate expected to hold steady or drop - 12/16/2004
Expect 21,500 students by '09
Enrollment could double by start of 2009-10 school year - 12/9/2004
School boundary change plan hit
Parents voice concerns during public forum - 12/9/2004
Expect repairs soon on Rt. 25 bridge
Load limit now in place; state targets April 1 work completion date - 12/9/2004
Oswego's Metra Park-n-Ride catching on
Shuttle van ridership increased each month from June to October - 12/9/2004
Montgomery mails second Lakewood Creek SA bills
14 homeowners failed to pay initial bills - 12/9/2004
Fire damages home on Boulder Hill Pass
12/9/2004
Montgomery job news "creates quite a stir"
12/9/2004
County VAC, board legal battle continues
VAC submits "budget demands," charge inadequate funding - 12/9/2004
Filing starts for Montgomery election
Burrell decides not to challenge Michelini in village president's race - 12/9/2004
Church's agenda: roads, tourism, facilities
County board chairman looks ahead to new term - 12/9/2004
Montgomery farmstead on Hatcher's project list
Hoover Camp acquisition also a goal for forest district chief - 12/9/2004
Oswego won't advertise bids for new water wells
Action intended to speed construction - 12/9/2004
Montgomery development agency to locate on Aucutt Rd.
12/9/2004
$150M needed for Kendall roads
Long-range study anticipates transportation funding deficits - 12/2/2004
County OKs new budget
Anticipates revenues of $31M, expenses top $36M - 12/2/2004
Assessments will come after the holidays
Late receipt of state sales study cited as factor - 12/2/2004
Ag census history dates to the 1800s
12/2/2004
Education of a county board member
Martin: government different than running a business - 12/2/2004
Five Montgomery firms sold tobacco to minor
Police compliance check made... - 12/2/2004
Park district to annex Henneberry Woods
Agency to maintain property in proposed unincorporated subdivision - 12/2/2004
Snow plow routes growing with Montgomery
Revised village plan splits far west side into two routes - 12/2/2004
Fire district growth plan underway
Fourth station should open in Plainfield next fall; plan also for new central station - 12/2/2004
Oswego snow shoveling, parking rules in effect
12/2/2004
Yesteryear
From the pages of our history... - 12/2/2004
Junior high plan to school board
Board members generally receptive of restructuring, but wary of extra cost - 11/25/2004
OK new junior high building design
Plan intended to improve upon Bednarcik Junior High design - 11/25/2004
Distribution center eyes former All-Steel plant
Montgomery approves sales tax incentive agreement - 11/25/2004
Farmstead preservation pact backed
Montgomery sends intergovernmental agreement to forest preserve district - 11/25/2004
Landmark status up to Oswego Board
Historic commission backs designation for Main St. property - 11/25/2004
Christmas Walk right around the corner
Special events planned throughout Oswego Dec. 3 and 4 - 11/25/2004
Coroner: Driver in crash that killed four was drunk
Blood alcohol level twice legal limit - 11/25/2004
Montgomery may condemn property for village hall site
Legal taking authorized, if needed - 11/25/2004
Final OK for Red Robin, Giordano's
Work expected soon at Oswego Commons - 11/25/2004
Study backs library impact fee hike
Developers would pay increased fees based on sliding scale - 11/25/2004
From part-timer to Kendall circuit clerk
Lee's career at county courthouse spanned four decades - 11/25/2004
Cost among factors in library tax vote defeat
Library district officials receive results from in-depth NIU survey - 11/25/2004
Joliet adopts plan for Kendall County area
Anticipates population of 77,000 in county - 11/25/2004
Crowded field for Montgomery president?
Two board members take out petitions; Michelini anticipates challenge - 11/25/2004
Oswego closer on Wal-Mart center
Vote expected next month on annexation, site plans, rebate pact - 11/18/2004
Changes proposed for junior highs
Committee unveils revised proposal to restructure curriculum - 11/18/2004
First manager for local natural areas
Margolis' previous experience helped him secure new park district job - 11/18/2004
County OKs 357 lot rural subdivision
Henneberry Woods was subject of a legal objection filed by Oswego - 11/18/2004
Business tax abatement plan approved
Kendall program OK'd in split county board ballot - 11/18/2004
Waste water has a future, conference attendees told
11/18/2004
December to bring new assessments
Tax value of about 30,000 Kendall County properties to change - 11/18/2004
Tax base growing with Montgomery
Kendall properties account for almost half of village's total assessed value - 11/18/2004
Oswego Village Board news briefs...
Fire district seeks developer fee hike - 11/18/2004
Krahn won't be an Oswego candidate in '05
Long-time official led effort to establish economic development corporation - 11/18/2004
Oswego East pool to open to public
School district board approves pilot program - 11/11/2004
Elementary school attendance areas to change
District 308 officials now seeking public comment; next meeting tonight - 11/11/2004
Library lot contaminated? Attorney will head study
11/11/2004
County mulls industrial center tax break
Property tax abatement sought for massive Minooka project - 11/11/2004
Wal-Mart in Yorkville?
Report in Crain's Chicago Business sparks speculation - 11/11/2004
Expect vote on big unincorporated subdivision
Project south of Oswego will need eight favorable county ballots - 11/11/2004
Search on for Oswego village hall site
Decisions on location, architect may be possible early next year, board told - 11/11/2004
Oswego Village Board news briefs...
State may close Harvey Road at Rt. 30 - 11/11/2004
Next spring will bring local election
Prospective candidates can now pick up and circulate petitions - 11/11/2004
Downtown Oswego building OK'd
Project includes 84 space municipal parking lot near river - 11/11/2004
Expect work on Waubonsie Promenade
Last minute ComEd easement issue resolved, village president says - 11/11/2004
Oswego developers to face new review group
11/11/2004
Dedicate new Kendall forest preserve
Hastert, Cross join ceremony at former Yorkville area Scout camp - 11/11/2004
Obama carries Kendall, state
Republican candidates sweep county races - 11/4/2004
School tax hike vote next spring?
Enrollment growth pinching budget - 11/4/2004
Large, rural subdivision a fire district concern
Agency asks county to require home sprinkler systems for Henneberry Woods - 11/4/2004
Winery liquor license may be invalid
Historic records show Oswego Township "dry" since 1934 - 11/4/2004
Traffic signals sought at Grove, Plainfield roads
Oswego Village Board backs joint project with Kendall County Highway Dept. - 11/4/2004
Hearing Tuesday on state's Rt. 71 plans
IDOT's revised plans still include some barrier medians - 11/4/2004
Incumbents prevail in county board race
11/4/2004
Fannie May to re-open Oswego store Saturday
11/4/2004
Oswego to honor nation's veterans next Thursday
Service set at Memorial Plaza... - 11/4/2004
Voters narrowly approve Bristol-Kendall fire referendum
Measure passes by less than 300 votes - 11/4/2004
New Oswego park a boost for downtown?
Park board told of potential benefits for businesses - 11/4/2004
Oswego's finance dept. honored for budget work
11/4/2004
Review plans for Orchard, Mill retail center
"Oswego Junction" proposed next to Park-n-Ride site - 11/4/2004
Yesteryear
From the pages of our history... - 11/4/2004
School enrollment tops 11,000
Increase of 1,354 students also a new Oswego School District record - 10/28/2004
Pick fourth junior high school site in Oswego
10/28/2004
Funds available for just one more school
'02 referendum paying for seven buildings - 10/28/2004
Winery liquor license OK'd in split vote
Oswego Township prohibition on drink sales questioned - 10/28/2004
First tenant for big Montgomery center
Developer of Rt. 34-Rt. 30 project has letter of intent from office supply store, board told - 10/28/2004
Economics, labor cost key to Lyon's future, board told
Montgomery officials mull possible job loss - 10/28/2004
Schools set meetings on boundary changes
10/28/2004
Ledger-Sentinel wins regional press awards
Countywide section, graphic earn first place honors - 10/28/2004
Revised Rt. 71 plans a "pleasant surprise"
Copies available for inspection, board told - 10/28/2004
Review plans for Orchard, Mill retail center
"Oswego Junction" proposed next to Park-n-Ride site - 10/28/2004
Policy sets limits on students at political events
Oswego School District rule prompted by recent Hastert fundraiser - 10/28/2004
Plans for Grove Rd. project spark objections
Nearby homeowners question 78 acre subdivision's density, lot sizes - 10/28/2004
Demand up for absentee ballots
County's list of registered voters tops 47,000; 5,000 more since primary - 10/21/2004
Tree removal upsets Boulder Hill residents
Contractors for Montgomery replacing Whitney Way water main - 10/21/2004
Protecting ground water is forum topic
Residents, officials invited to Conservation Foundation event Nov. 13 - 10/21/2004
Oswego OKs Arbor Gate settlement pact
Village to pay firm $40,000 after three ponds are rebuilt - 10/21/2004
Montgomery sales tax revenues up
Officials cite new supermarket as factor in 11 percent increase - 10/21/2004
Teamsters' letter called a "threat" to county board
Union cites Nov. 2 board election, asks for "immediate meeting" - 10/21/2004
Health dept. official urges good hygiene to prevent flu
10/21/2004
Change Rt. 126 curve? Sheriff asks state study
Also urges motorists to slow down - 10/21/2004
Oswego receives Wal-Mart rebate request
$3.4 million sought for Rt. 34 center's infrastructure costs - 10/21/2004
Township supervisor to seek re-election
All of agency's elected positions will be on April 2 ballot - 10/21/2004
Add Lakewood SA fees to county tax bills?
Montgomery officials supportive, pending county treasurer OK - 10/21/2004
Taxing districts back Yorkville TIF plan
School superintendent also asks 10 to 12 year time limit - 10/21/2004
Oswego panel requests bridge study
Structure for pedestrians would span Fifth St. in Churchill Club - 10/21/2004
Oswego schools awarded "fast growth" grant
District 308 qualifies for extra funds due to rapid enrollment growth - 10/14/2004
Another shopping center for Route 34?
Oswego Board views plans for project west of Ogden Falls Blvd. - 10/14/2004
Four die in crash on Route 126
10/14/2004
Fernwood Rd. auto body shop rejected
Ordinance fails in split Oswego Village Board vote - 10/14/2004
Await word on Lyon Metal contract talks
Speculation over jobs, Montgomery plant's future continues - 10/14/2004
Ledger-Sentinel wins state press awards
Taxation coverage, sports column, photo honored in IPA contest - 10/14/2004
Developer may try again for Rt. 31 center
'Studio Shops at River Run' would include upscale restaurant, small retail stores - 10/14/2004
State to unveil revised Rt. 71 plans
Public information hearing set Nov. 9 in Oswego High School cafeteria - 10/14/2004
Plan for new Montgomery Village Hall
Consultant's initial task is to locate proposed building on downtown site - 10/14/2004
Push for Orchard Rd. industrial firms?
OEDC official says time right for effort to lure businesses to west side corridor - 10/14/2004
Report: many more using library
District's population reaches 40,000 as list of registered borrowers tops 24,000 - 10/14/2004
Route 30 a local accident hot spot
Wrecks most frequent at Orchard, Douglas roads, police records show - 10/7/2004
Police net downtown Oswego speeders
Special detail wrote 27 citations during August; one motorist clocked at 55 mph - 10/7/2004
Crewmate defends Kerry at Oswego event
Says Dem nominee "never made a bad command decision" - 10/7/2004
Start second Kendall Democrat organization
No sign of party split, leaders say - 10/7/2004
'Big name' bands for PrairieFest?
South Fields site large enough for concerts, beer sales, park board told - 10/7/2004
No rush on Oswego landmark process
Historic preservation commission set to review first two applications - 10/7/2004
Oswego Police station near capacity
Village's, department's growth out-paced late 1980s projections - 10/7/2004
Borders, Barnes & Noble in library district?
Library officials discuss impact of eventual book store opening in area - 10/7/2004
County flu shot program canceled
10/7/2004
County hears offer for old jail repairs
Decision on building's fate on hold... - 10/7/2004
Yesteryear
From the pages of our history... - 10/7/2004
Park district to open rec center
Agency leases space in former Route 25 auto dealership building - 9/30/2004
School budget shows deficit
9/30/2004
Property values in school district top $1 billion
Aurora's growth fuels big boom in District 308's Will Co. EAV - 9/30/2004
Park board says "no" to creek overlook offer
Project near library had sparked concerns - 9/30/2004
Bids opened for Fox River trail bridge
Work on long-planned structure linking two parks possible this fall - 9/30/2004
County panel backs Henneberry Woods
Plan commission also endorses first phase final plat - 9/30/2004
More homes proposed south of Henneberry site
244 homes, golf course planned for unincroprated development - 9/30/2004
Oswego fire station plan advances
Annexation pact would allow for training tower on Woolley Rd. site - 9/30/2004
Park district rules homeowner "off sides"
Farmington Lakes resident cited for trail encroachment, board told - 9/30/2004
Board agrees to include historic home in village hall site planning
"Little gem in the rough" - 9/30/2004
Joliet commission approves pland for 35 square miles of Kendall County
9/30/2004
Two OHS students named National Merit Semifinalists
9/30/2004
Growth to help pay for road projects
Montgomery targets increased MFT funds for streets in older neighborhoods - 9/30/2004
Approve village hall consultant pact
Master site plan for new Montgomery facility among tasks - 9/30/2004
Population almost doubled in four years
Census shows Montgomery now home to 10,576 - 9/23/2004
Landmark status for Oswego founder's home? Application on file with village
9/23/2004
Forest district OKs land buy in split vote
Funding for 32 acre parcel to come from bond sale, Open Land Trust - 9/23/2004
State Rep. Cross optimistic on wireless 911 surcharge bill
Backs law to prohibit diversion of funds into state's general fund - 9/23/2004
Michelini to seek second term in '05
Incumbent Montgomery village president confirms re-election plans - 9/23/2004
Oswego East equipped to save money
$65 million building features "cutting edge" HVAC system - 9/23/2004
Cross hopeful of GOP election day gains
Winning some races might help divided party, House Minority Leader says - 9/23/2004
Board mulls collecting taxes they pledged to abate
Kendall County Board news briefs... - 9/23/2004
Rt. 71-Forest St. signals to go up this fall
Oswego Village Board news briefs... - 9/23/2004
Joliet approves plan for Kendall County area that could have 77,000 residents
Section of planned urban area in Oswego School District - 9/23/2004
Yorkville panel rejects large subdivision plan
Project would add 2,003 homes just west of Montgomery - 9/23/2004
Enrollment exceeds projections
Oswego School District has gained 1,186 students since first day of class last year - 9/16/2004
Superintendent: School year off to good start
Behlow also notes Rt. 71 traffic and busing schedule difficulties - 9/16/2004
"All time good guy" Oswego officer departs
Local, county law enforcement officials hail retiring Capt. James Bennett - 9/16/2004
Public can glimpse Oswego East High School
Open house at $65 million facility set for next Wednesday beginning at 4 p.m. - 9/16/2004
No change in Lakewood SA billing-for now
Montgomery committee cool to possible twice a year billing - 9/16/2004
Oswego Village Board news briefs...
Plans reviewed for downtown building - 9/16/2004
Montgomery OKs anti-racial profile study
Northwestern Public Safety Center will also train village police - 9/16/2004
Oswego OKs objection to rural subdivision
Henneberry Woods project will now require super majority county vote - 9/16/2004
Montgomery buys two downtown properties
Expands building site for proposed new village hall - 9/16/2004
Montgomery officials look for sales tax revenue hike
9/16/2004
Bristol-Kendall Fire District sets tax vote
Fourth time a charm? - 9/16/2004
State cuts visits by Veteran Service officer
9/16/2004
State diverts 911 cell call revenues
Funds intended for 911 agencies placed in state's general fund - 9/9/2004
Oswego to consider Grove Rd. project
Legal objection to Henneberry Woods Subdivision plan an option - 9/9/2004
New book salutes hometown heroes
Local WWII vets featured speakers at Oswego museum Sept. 16 - 9/9/2004
Fine Art Fair a first for Oswego, Kendall
Event opens Saturday on Main St. - 9/9/2004
Merchants to display artwork by OHS students
9/9/2004
Oswego Police Capt. Bennett retiring; open house Monday
Has served growing village since 1978 - 9/9/2004
Plans taking shape for Montgomery Oktoberfest
9/9/2004
Recycling event set for Sept. 18 in Oswego
Village lists items that will be accepted at public works facility - 9/9/2004
Republicans "energized" for November
Local party leaders hail New York convention as a success - 9/9/2004
Yesteryear
From the pages of our history... - 9/9/2004
Expect almost 11,000 students
Oswego School District figures anticipate increase of 1,400 since last fall - 9/2/2004
Investigation continues in apparent murder, suicide
Aubrey had worked as police officer - 9/2/2004
Park board denies light request
Soccer club sought OK to bring in portable lights, generator to Prairie Point field - 9/2/2004
Library budget topic for Sept. 23 hearing
9/2/2004
Montgomery retail center partnership formed
Anchor stores sought for proposed large project on Rt. 34 at Rt. 30 - 9/2/2004
Official touts Oswego retail growth
Giordano's, Baker's Square to join Wal-Mart, Meijer on Rt. 34, OEDC members told - 9/2/2004
Rep. Cross urges continued business, government unity
9/2/2004
Objections raised to creek overlook plan
Oswegoan asks park board to reject local Rotary Club project - 9/2/2004
Question Kendall water study funding request
Oswego officials want study area expanded beyond county's borders - 9/2/2004
Hastert book a hit in Kendall County
'Lessons' not a national bestseller, but popular at area libraries - 9/2/2004
Oswego to acquire Fox Chase ponds?
Weber proposes joint ownership, maintenance pact with park district - 9/2/2004
Work set in west side Oswego park
Playground equipment, other upgrades coming to Washington Park - 9/2/2004
Vets Commission may seek grant to buy van
Now leasing vehicle to transport disabled veterans to VA Hospital - 9/2/2004
Montgomery Fire Dept. awarded federal grant
Agency to replace turnout gear - 9/2/2004
Park district plans $3.5M bond sale
Agency goal: secure low interest rate, fund projects over next three years - 9/2/2004
OHS not on watch list, board told
But school cited for not meeting state, Fed guidelines - 8/26/2004
School budget a record-setter
Total spending of $145 million anticipated - 8/26/2004
Start Boulder Hill main replacement program
Montgomery expected to spend $250,000 annually over next five years - 8/26/2004
Montgomery a site for fire training tower?
Village clerk asks officials to seek site donation from developer - 8/26/2004
New schools ready to open
Students to report to Oswego East, Lakewood for first time Sept. 1 - 8/26/2004
Montgomery Rd. plan approved
Includes recommendations for re-development efforts - 8/26/2004
OHS took some getting used to
Classes met for the first time 40 years ago this month in Route 71 building - 8/26/2004
Plan envisions thriving Orchard Rd. area
Includes building design recommendations; backs restricted traffic access - 8/26/2004
Oswego, Plainfield growth study proposed
Would provide agencies with data on costs resulting from building boom - 8/26/2004
Oswego delays vote on auto body shop
Two village board members absent from Monday's meeting - 8/26/2004
Oswego tables ballot on giant rural subdivision
Negative recommendation would require super-majority county vote - 8/26/2004
Montgomery Village Board news briefs...
Economic development agency's grant bid backed - 8/26/2004
Keyes: "We must be the light"
Republican rallies support at Lauzen "Porky" fund-raiser - 8/19/2004
New Kendall County web site to offer more information
8/19/2004
Montgomery won't waiver from watering ban
Village board members cite need to assure supply with two wells off-line - 8/19/2004
No special treatment for Hooters
Weber: Oswego restaurant proposal will be subject to same review as others - 8/19/2004
Tax sale likely for overdue Lakewood assessments
Montgomery still seeking payment from 49 subdivision homeowners - 8/19/2004
Kendall County Board news briefs...
Approve funding for groundwater study - 8/19/2004
Study: Prairie Parkway lacks public support
But state highway official questions group's findings - 8/19/2004
Safety work planned at Oswego intersection
Lighted signs, new crosswalks coming to Main and Washington streets - 8/19/2004
Montgomery reviews village hall funding
Bond sale for new downtown facility possible next spring - 8/19/2004
Forest Preserve OKs Scout camp pact
County agency to maintain ownership of Yorkville area parcel - 8/19/2004
OK subcontracted bus routes
Private firm will provide service for at least 15 special ed routes - 8/12/2004
Schools to open on time
Work continues at OEHS, Lakewood Elementary - 8/12/2004
Road updates pending near Oswego East
School, village board OK interim work for Wolf's Crossing, Harvey roads - 8/12/2004
Squeezed out in school space crunch
Administrator, staff to move into temporary office at East View - 8/12/2004
Plan for 357 lot rural subdivision backed
Split county panel supports 594 acre project south of Oswego - 8/12/2004
Kendall County, population 170,000?
State consultants update projection for the year 2030 - 8/12/2004
Auto body shop plan questioned
Oswego officials hear pros, cons on Douglas Square project - 8/12/2004
Oswego Village Board news briefs...
Wackerlin honored for service in Iraq - 8/12/2004
Fire district issues call for volunteers
Paid-on-call firefighters supplement Oswego's growing full-time staff - 8/12/2004
Village Hall location just one Oswego issue
Officials to also consider funding, building design in planning for new facility - 8/12/2004
Seek to improve county, muncipal communication
County chairman touts Will County panel as model for local committee - 8/12/2004
Back Douglas Rd. traffic noise study
Oswego Village Board expected to authorize funding next Monday - 8/5/2004
New fire station opens in Montgomery
Agency's third facility will serve growing west side areas of Montgomery, Oswego - 8/5/2004
Signals, re-surfacing planned on Orchard Rd.
Developer puts up signals at planned intersection between Rt. 34 and Mill Road - 8/5/2004
Boulder Hill Pass, Stonehill Road getting new pavement
8/5/2004
County, veterans commission continue to battle
Officials verbally spar over agency's budget, other issues - 8/5/2004
Plans for Rt. 30 retail center on hold-for now
Developer drops project plans; highway access a key issue - 8/5/2004
Oswego's newest water well fails again
Well No. 8 near Grove Road breaks down for third time since May 2002 - 8/5/2004
Oswego Village Board news briefs...
Work expected on downtown promenade - 8/5/2004
Kendall County Board news briefs...
Foundation plans Blackberry Creek inventory - 8/5/2004
Oswego receives village hall space study
Consultant's recommendation appears to rule out current site for new building - 8/5/2004
Yorkville Legion planning Homecoming for veterans
8/5/2004
Yesteryear
From the pages of our history... - 8/5/2004
New school district phone system yields new numbers
7/29/2004
Boost school superintendent's salary
School district board votes 6-1 to approve four percent increase - 7/29/2004
Tout Rt. 34 Wal-Mart center
Annual property tax revenues estimated at $1.9 million - 7/29/2004
Wal-Mart criticism voiced at Oswego board meeting
Final village board vote on Wal-Mart shopping center expected in August - 7/29/2004
Montgomery trustee Watermann named new village clerk
Plan commission member Mattingly named to open village board seat - 7/29/2004
Plans for new Village Hall advance
Montgomery Board committee will meet with financial consultant - 7/29/2004
School board to make final bus decision Aug. 9
Special education busing topic for discussion at Monday's meeting - 7/29/2004
Natural Area Guardians dispand after 16 years
7/29/2004
Oswego School District Board news briefs...
Schools to negotiate with developer over dropping fees - 7/29/2004
Oswego board questions costs of removing beavers
7/29/2004
Oswego Village Board news briefs
BFI to raise price tag of trash pickup to cover wage hike - 7/29/2004
More state funds for local schools?
Rep. Cross' tentative figures show Oswego District gaining $4.2M - 7/22/2004
Wal-Mart center up for Oswego review
151 acre 'Prairie Market' proposal on plan commission agenda tonight - 7/22/2004
Library district OKs impact fee study
Oswego delay on earlier hike request cost agency, officials charge - 7/22/2004
Montgomery collects library fees at increased rate
Latest annexation agreements set per housing unit charge at $292 - 7/22/2004
Oswego home building continues climb
Permits issued for more than 400 units during first half of '04 - 7/22/2004
County board rejects bid to restore meeting
Opinions differ on committee sessions - 7/22/2004
Forest preserve district awarded $1.1M grant
Agency to use funds to help purchase 408 acre parcel near Yorkville - 7/22/2004
Ogden Falls Park work expected to start
Official: contractor should begin excavation work this week - 7/22/2004
Not yet finished new park already "well used"
Park district officials plan October grand opening for Oswego's Hudson Crossing Park - 7/22/2004
Oswego lists exemptions for open house, garage sale signs
Six month trial period underway... - 7/22/2004
State grant helps protect part of Oswego history
White School Museum uses funds to upgrade storage of textiles, other materials - 7/22/2004
Plan creek overlook behind library
Park district board views proposed Rotary Club project designs - 7/22/2004
Montgomery and Yorkville officials meet
Boundary, future road alignments in Bristol Township among issues discussed - 7/22/2004
Joliet's Kendall growth an issue for citizens group
Meeting tonight at Seward Township Hall - 7/22/2004
County board approves church plan in split vote
7/22/2004
Montgomery a busy place for builders
New home starts up 21 percent over first half of 2003 - 7/15/2004
Oswego expects boost in state fuel tax funds
7/15/2004
Veterans commission agrees to move
Court action averted; agency locates in new county building - 7/15/2004
Rt. 34 future shoppers' paradise?
Three large centers could add more than 1M square feet of retail space - 7/15/2004
Oswego or Montgomery?
Where stores locate shouldn't matter to schools, other agencies - 7/15/2004
Oswego Village Board news briefs...
Plan Boulder Hill Pass, Stonehill resurfacing - 7/15/2004
OK trial period for open house, garage sale signs
Oswego to allow limited display in public right-of-way until Jan. 12 - 7/15/2004
Local GOP official boosting 'Da Coach' for Senate
Oswego committeeman spokesman for 'Draft Ditka' effort - 7/15/2004
County officials view Montgomery road plan
Village proposes connection of Gordon, Kennedy roads near Galena Rd. - 7/15/2004
Homebuyer notice of fire department tower sought
Oswego, fire officials discuss Woolley Rd. station plans - 7/15/2004
Montgomery seeking special census workers
Village now accepting applications for part-time positions - 7/15/2004
Bus plan to school board July 26
Proposal could call for use of contracted services for special ed routes - 7/8/2004
Montgomery OKs big retail center
60 acre project planned at U.S. Route 34-Route 30 intersection - 7/8/2004
Discount retailer eyes former Dominick's space
Big Lots may move into Montgomery's Settlers Landing center - 7/8/2004
Oswego asks library board for fee study
Oswego Village Board says it needs documentation - 7/8/2004
Oswego awards contract for Rt. 71, Forest signals
Installation will depend upon availability of state-approved equipment - 7/8/2004
Montgomery officials set vision for 2020
Part of ongoing planning effort as population continues to grow - 7/8/2004
To test new teacher evaluation process
Non-tenured Oswego district teachers will be subject to new review format - 7/8/2004
Oswego man arrested during home search
7/8/2004
Montgomery tickets four for selling alcohol to minors
7/8/2004
Meeting a new experience for board
County board holds rare evening session - 7/8/2004
Consultant details county highway needs
Estimates Kendall will need 221 more "lane miles" by 2030 to avoid serious delays - 7/8/2004
Yesteryear
From the pages of our history... - 7/8/2004
Renew school administrator contracts
Board also approves 2.8 percent overall salary hikes - 7/1/2004
Oswego-Plainfield planning boundary line set
Oswego now to seek boundary agreement with City of Joliet - 7/1/2004
Quake a shakin' experience for local residents
Early Monday morning earthquake centered in neighboring LaSalle County - 7/1/2004
Oswego OKs 'Town Center' bond sale
Up to $6.75 million will pay for streets, utility lines, sidewalks in older neighborhood - 7/1/2004
Plan Waubonsie Creek restoration
$2.8M project would upgrade aquatic habitat, restore banks in Oswego, Montgomery - 7/1/2004
Wolf Road turn lane project slowed
School district, Oswego disagree on burying electric lines near OEHS - 7/1/2004
Incentive pact calls for full impact fees
Montgomery official says deal continues "good neighbor policy" for schools, other agencies - 7/1/2004
Free, low energy lights to brighten park buildings
Park district awarded $10,000 grant - 7/1/2004
Oswego School District news briefs...
Teacher transfers, job status changes approved - 7/1/2004
Park district progressing on self appraisal
Agency officials working towards "Distinguished Agency Status" - 7/1/2004
Library board meetings have info for the public
7/1/2004
Oswego plans $6.75 million bond sale
Funds would pay for streets, curbs and gutters in area near downtown - 6/24/2004
Look to modify Douglas Rd. widening plans
Sidewalks may be moved to limit impact on Boulder Hill homes - 6/24/2004
Independent grocer opens in Montgomery
Montgomery Marketplace moves into former Eagle store - 6/24/2004
Montgomery owns a bit of its own history
Home purchased for new village hall site dates to 1840s, panel told - 6/24/2004
Park district to add staff this summer
Naturalist, construction manager sought - 6/24/2004
Fire district official defends tower proposal
Responds to Oswego Village Board concerns over Woolley Rd. location - 6/24/2004
New Fest site worked well, officials say
Crowd control, traffic flow reported better with events on OHS side of Route 71 - 6/24/2004
Veterans commission doesn't want to move
County agency seeking court order to remain in historic courthouse - 6/24/2004
Grain company execs plead guilty; face prison
50-70 Kendall farmers were among those affected by Ty-Walk fraud and theft case - 6/24/2004
Park district joins Special Rec. Association
More programs for more district residents - 6/24/2004
A day for ceremonies in Oswego
Officials mark start-up of water system project, dedicate Park-n-Ride - 6/24/2004
State officials hear call to widen Rt. 47
Area residents voice opinions at Prairie Parkway workshops - 6/24/2004
Park district to raze two North Adams St. homes
Demolition part of plan to expand park near downtown Oswego - 6/24/2004
Oswego population just shy of 20,000
Census Bureau counted 19,932 as living in the village in February - 6/17/2004
Wet, wet, wet
Frequent rains result in limited local damage - 6/17/2004
County backs Slade Cutter promotion effort
Supports admiral rank for Oswego native - 6/17/2004
Subdivisions would add 2,600 homes to Yorkville
Project west of Montgomery would have 550 condos, 968 townhomes - 6/17/2004
Oswego Village Board news briefs...
Plainfield boundary agreement approved - 6/17/2004
Montgomery caps home starts in new subdivision
Blackberry Crossing addition agreement limits annual building permits - 6/17/2004
Study: not enough traffic for downtown signals
Vehicle count on Main at Washington streets doesn't meet state requirements - 6/17/2004
Rt. 34-Rt. 30 project ordinances reviewed
Final Montgomery Village Board vote possible June 28 - 6/17/2004
Burn tower proposal sparks concerns
Oswego Village Board wary of fire district's plans for Woolley Rd. site - 6/17/2004
Wait until next year for library vote?
Library district board expected to opt for community survey this year - 6/17/2004
Unkempt yards a concern for Montgomery official
Seeks to speed enforcement efforts - 6/17/2004
Montgomery officials mull center's financial impact
Don't want village to become overly dependent on retail sales tax revenues - 6/17/2004
Oswego School District registration scheduled
New students will sign up at local schools in August - 6/17/2004
Privatize special ed bus routes? Objections heard
Proposal now under administrative review a concern to district drivers - 6/10/2004
Noise walls among Douglas Rd. concerns
Residents comment on plans to widen road at Oswego, Boulder Hill boundary - 6/10/2004
OK contracts for three schools
Oswego firm submits low bid for construction contract - 6/10/2004
Douglas Road to close north of Wolf's Crossing
Detour planned through new subdivision... - 6/10/2004
County health department to move into new home
Agency will be closed for two days during transition to Yorkville facility - 6/10/2004
Montgomery fire station nears completion
But higher than expected groundwater slows hook-up of utility lines - 6/10/2004
Orchard Rd. retail subdivision plan approved
Oswego Village Board also OKs final plans for ExxonMobil, Bank One - 6/10/2004
Montgomery water towers 'catch a wave'
New paint scheme intended to serve as a river heritage reminder - 6/10/2004
Oswego Village Board news briefs
Support voiced for Plainfield boundary pact - 6/10/2004
Oswego School District Board news briefs
Food vendor re-hired for 2004-05 school year - 6/10/2004
Bristol Ridge Rd. reconstruction set to start
Grande Reserve developers to widen road off Rt. 34 west of Oswego - 6/10/2004
Bike bridge project still on drawing board
IDOT expected to open contractor bids in September; completion anticipated by end of 2005 - 6/10/2004
State sets Prairie Parkway workshops
Residents can have say on proposed Kane-Kendall highway route, plans - 6/10/2004
Interjections by Tony Scott
Got a complaint? Think of those kids in uniform - 6/10/2004
Yesteryear
From the pages of our history... - 6/10/2004
Asbestos materials out of schools
Tests show no fibers found in air at East View, Long Beach - 6/3/2004
Oswego Park-n-Ride opens Monday
Orchard Rd. facility to function as auxiliary Metra parking lot - 6/3/2004
Boulder Hill man struck, killed by train
6/3/2004
Ogden Falls park work expected soon
Park district board awards contract to Oswego firm - 6/3/2004
Oswego developer in contempt of court
Ordered to restore Ogden Falls watershed - 6/3/2004
County panel backs plan for unincorporated 357 home project
Neighbors voice concern over Henneberry Woods traffic - 6/3/2004
Kendall County property tax exemptions all add up
Exemptions return $92 million to county property owners - 6/3/2004
Retiring teachers share common bond
Oswego educators were classmates, 'future teachers' at West Aurora - 6/3/2004
Library officials considering survey
Board members seek reasons for expansion referendum failure - 6/3/2004
Sales tax rebate for Rt. 34 shopping center?
Montgomery Board instructs attorneys, staff to continue talks - 6/3/2004
Park district likely to join Special Rec. Association
Move would boost services for disabled - 6/3/2004
Lisbon teacher contract talks underway
Teachers in tiny Kendall County school district seeking health insurance - 6/3/2004
Approve school bus route changes
School board vote expected to result in more students walking next school year - 5/27/2004
Montgomery backs Rt. 34-Rt. 30 concept plan
Mixed use development includes 60 acre retail site - 5/27/2004
Retail center a goal for village, developer
Land cost a key incentive for developer of Rt. 34 Montgomery project - 5/27/2004
Fall groundbreaking for new WCC science building
But no decision yet on "extension facility" in U.S. Route 34 corridor - 5/27/2004
Tale of an American hero
Oswego native starred in music, football before becoming top submarine commander - 5/27/2004
Effort afoot to promote Cutter to Rear Admiral
5/27/2004
A closer look at our property tax bills
Commercial land values up, but homeowners to pay larger percentage share - 5/27/2004
Location still key to how much you pay
5/27/2004
Complex tax system has its own language
5/27/2004
WCC names Michelini a distinguished alum
Montgomery's president served on panel that helped establish college in the 1960s - 5/27/2004
Montgomery Village Board news briefs...
Historic preservation commission OK'd - 5/27/2004
Former citizen representative to join Oswego Board
Schlaker served on finance committee - 5/27/2004
Oswego OKs open house sign moratorium
Signs permitted through Aug. 9 in village public right-of-way - 5/27/2004
Montgomery updates liquor license review
New procedure an attempt by village officials to clear-up any applicant confusion - 5/27/2004
School board hears plan to boost math scores
Committee cites growing diversity, class sizes among low score factors - 5/27/2004
Wal-Mart to open in Oswego
Retail giant plans Supercenter store on Rt. 34, east of Douglas Road - 5/22/2004
Yorkville plans north side detention area
City officials anticipate development on 1,600 acres of unincorporated land - 5/22/2004
Smaller or larger home lots near Route 47?
Plan differences with Yorkville concern Montgomery officials - 5/22/2004
Schedule announced for Park-n-Ride
Metra riders will have seven morning departures daily from Oswego facility - 5/22/2004
Park board adopts ethics ordinance
Officials act to conform with state law - 5/22/2004
Operation Support our Troops
Toby's Video collecting items to aid men, women serving us - 5/22/2004
New exhibit opens at Little White School Museum
"Defending Oswego during the 20th Century" - 5/22/2004
Oswego may give Realtors a break on signs
Agents would be able to post open house directional signs in village right-of-way - 5/22/2004
A real taste of local government
Traughber students run Oswego on 'Student Government Day' - 5/22/2004
Split county board to double-up on meetings
5-4 ballot OKs plan to hold twice monthly sessions on trial basis - 5/22/2004
"Glass house" the star at re-opening event
Dignitaries, architecture buffs hail preservation of Farnsworth House - 5/22/2004
Annual property tax bills in mail this Friday
Late mailing date, funds disbursement a concern for some local officials - 5/22/2004
Montgomery panel backs Rt. 30-34 retail area
Village board expected to consider project next Monday evening - 5/22/2004
Oswego East work expected to resume
Work halted Tuesday after information picket line went up - 5/13/2004
June 7 Park-n-Ride opening planned
5/13/2004
Oswego School District Board news briefs...
Lakewood Creek, Fox Chase school attendance boundary set - 5/13/2004
Anniversary for the "heart of the park district"
Ginny Bateman marks 25th year as agency administrator - 5/13/2004
Historic commission ordinance vote tabled
Montgomery Board members want citizen input before ballot - 5/13/2004
Schools look to re-vamp limited English program
More than 1,300 students come from homes where other languages spoken - 5/13/2004
Famed "glass house" opens for tours Saturday
Landmarks council to operate Mies van der Rohe-designed home as museum - 5/13/2004
County historic preservation group to seek official "blessing"
Citizens' group met in Yorkville May 8 - 5/13/2004
County seeks more funds for roads
Consultant warns of annual $15M state, county road revenue shortfall - 5/13/2004
Park board OKs loan for N. Adams properties
Two homes targeted for demolition for proposed park expansion - 5/13/2004
Noise walls for Douglas Rd. an Oswego issue
Board member favors wall similar to one installed along Rt. 34 - 5/13/2004
Will Oswego government stay downtown?
Newly-commissioned study expected to help village board decide - 5/13/2004
Oswego Village Board news briefs...
Former village board member honored; Interviews with applicants for Sanders' former seat continuing - 5/13/2004
Yesteryear
From the pages of our history... - 5/13/2004
Oswego takes step towards new village hall
Consultant hired to study municipal government's space requirements - 5/6/2004
Plan retail center at Routes 34, 30
Large project part of proposed Montgomery development - 5/6/2004
School visit a homecoming for Hastert
Congratulates Traughber student on winning essay, presents flag to school - 5/6/2004
Chance to lead new agency appealed to Nortillo
MEDC's executive director notes Montgomery's business growth potential - 5/6/2004
Back study for Main Street signals
Oswego Board agrees on need; expected to hire consultant - 5/6/2004
Farmland protection topic for new panel
Committee told of Kendall County farmer concerns - 5/6/2004
Plan to re-map Blackberry floodplain backed
Montgomery officials voice support for continuation of study started in Kane County - 5/6/2004
School district honors retirees, long-time staffers
Veteran teachers to leave district, profession - 5/6/2004
Joint project suggested by library official
Pending legislation could provide construction dollars, board told - 5/6/2004
Roaming dogs a problem in Yorkville subdivision
City seeking compliance with leash law... - 5/6/2004
Approve new school day schedule
Junior high and elementary days longer, high school hours cut - 4/29/2004
Plans for Orchard Rd. shopping center advance
Walgreens, Wendy's eyeing sites in 61-acre project, Oswego Village Board told - 4/29/2004
Oswego water rate hike approved
Extra revenue to help pay for federally-mandated radium removal system - 4/29/2004
Injunction shuts down Kendall "swingers" club
Complaint charged owners with operating club, business in ag-zoned area - 4/29/2004
Propose new park district staff positions
Project manager and naturalist in $9.4M budget - 4/29/2004
Retiring clerk recorded Oswego's growth
Dorothy Strong's career with village dates to the late 1970s - 4/29/2004
School board names director of teaching, learning
Johnson to focus on junior high and high school curriculum - 4/29/2004
A new tenant for former Dominick's store?
Montgomery report notes supermarket negotiating sub-lease for vacant storefront - 4/29/2004
Local silent screen legend Hart now a hall of famer
Oswego Village President accepts award... - 4/29/2004
Kendall County area highway projects in state's plan
Illinois Department of Transportation program still pending vote by General Assembly - 4/29/2004
Library officials mull space crunch
One suggestion: partner on new facility with park district - 4/29/2004
Montgomery Village Board news briefs...
Review plans for Blackberry Crossing addition - 4/29/2004
Montgomery waits on highway impact fee pact
Officials wary of potential additional costs to the village - 4/29/2004
Oswego Village Board news briefs...
Engineer hired for Rt. 71, Forest St. signal project - 4/29/2004
Montgomery's "state of the union"
Police station, development agency start-up highlights for board members - 4/29/2004
Work to start on three schools
School board awards contracts for elementary buildings in Oswego, Aurora - 4/22/2004
Park district buys two more properties
Purchase allows for park expansion, provides more open space along river - 4/22/2004
Douglas Road widening plans reviewed
Construction currently planned to start in 2007, Oswego Village Board told - 4/22/2004
County board OKs coroner pay hike
$12,000 increase effective after November election - 4/22/2004
Tour proposed 100 acre park site
Oswegoland Park District officials get up-close look at agency's first Plainfield park - 4/22/2004
Grande Park developer contributes $2.1M for park
4/22/2004
Metra Park-n-Ride almost ready
Early June opening anticipated for new Oswego facility - 4/22/2004
Just say "Charge it"?
County may allow residentsto pay tax bills with credit cards - 4/22/2004
Montgomery fire station project faces 30 day delay
4/22/2004
13 apply for Oswego Village Board seat
11 applications received for vacancy just prior to April 16 deadline - 4/22/2004
Oswego Village Board news briefs...
SBC's expansion plan on hold - 4/22/2004
Oswego budget approved
Ordinance pending for water rate increase - 4/22/2004
Kendall 10th fastest growing county
Census figures show more than 12,000 have moved into county since 2000 - 4/15/2004
Oswego's Pearl Harbor survivor remembered
Geoffrey Cooper enlisted in U.S. Navy at 17, months before "Day of Infamy" - 4/15/2004
Ogden Falls Park work expected this summer
Park district to open bids for long-awaited improvements next month - 4/15/2004
Montgomery development agency names director
Officials note new leader's education, experience in both private, public sectors - 4/15/2004
Sanders: Oswego Board service an education
Recently resigned official says he learned communication a two-way street - 4/15/2004
Three decades as a Montgomery officer
Police Chief Dennis Schmidt's job has grown, changed-just like the village - 4/15/2004
Montgomery plans historic preservation panel
Museum, pamphlets, historic building survey among potential projects, residents told - 4/15/2004
Park board to get a first-hand look at 100 acre Plainfield park site
4/15/2004
Kendall judge dismisses Prairie Parkway lawsuit
4/15/2004
Requests for liquor licenses rejected
4/15/2004
Most Lakewood homeowners have paid SAs
Montgomery finance panel told 89 percent of homeowners have made first payment - 4/15/2004
New schools on schedule
Oswego East High, Montgomery elementary building to open this fall - 4/8/2004
Schools drop a notch on state financial list
Late receipt of tax revenues last year cited as factor; rebound anticipated - 4/8/2004
Review subdivision plan for "endangered" site
Henneberry Woods project in Oswego, Yorkville school districts - 4/8/2004
Fifth Oswego Board member resigns since '01
Sanders departs with one year left on term; village again seeking applicants - 4/8/2004
Fifth Oswego Board member resigns since '01
Sanders departs with one year left on term; village again seeking applicants - 4/8/2004
Silent star a hall of famer
William S. Hart lived in Oswego before becoming early film legend - 4/8/2004
Hart not only Hall of Famer with Kendall County connection
4/8/2004
Kendall VA commission chief may have to pay own legal bills
Court-appointed attorney also possible - 4/8/2004
Kick-off meeting April 8 for Montgomery historical panel
4/8/2004
Labor dispute comes to tiny Kendall school district
Wages, lack of health insurance key issues for Lisbon teachers - 4/8/2004
Plan Boulder Hill Pass resurfacing work
Township highway department expects to finalize contract - 4/8/2004
Police station, roads in Montgomery budget
Village officials also target funds for Boulder Hill water mains - 4/8/2004
Theme highlights Montgomery capital projects...
New Montgomery budget a "history making" document - 4/8/2004
Yesteryear...
From the pages of our history... - 4/8/2004
What's next for the library district?
Referendum failure, space crunch will be topics for special board meeting - 4/1/2004
Special census puts Oswego close to 20,000
Official: preliminary figures confirm population in 18,000-19,000 range - 4/1/2004
Home starts up
Oswego, Montgomery permits top first two months of 2003 - 4/1/2004
Oswego Public Library District Board news briefs...
Re-financing 1996 expansion loan saves $60,000 - 4/1/2004
Plan Montgomery historical commission
Village inviting interested residents to attend meeting next Thursday - 4/1/2004
Oswego School District Board news briefs...
Textbook's evolution chapters questioned - 4/1/2004
New budget reflects Oswego's growth
More revenues targeted for capital projects and additional staff - 4/1/2004
New plan suggests trail locations
Goal is creation of a trail network as county continues to develop - 4/1/2004
Prairie Parkway plans attract a crowd
Many in proposed highway's path seek project information - 4/1/2004
"Full speed ahead" on Wolves, Panthers
Plans for benefit summer sidewalk sculpture event shaping-up - 4/1/2004
Transportation fee a Montgomery concern
Board wary of impact on business growth efforts, potential costs, implementation - 4/1/2004
Interjections by Tony Scott...
A chance to give back to a deputy who cared - 4/1/2004
A $47.2 million county reserve?
2/2/2012
School board micromanaging
2/2/2012
'Super-sized' schools to pose new challenges
1/26/2012
Hang up and drive on that snowy road
1/26/2012
A clarification...
1/26/2012
Compensation for rusty water?
1/19/2012
Violets coming back to Violet Patch Park
1/19/2012
Time to make case for surcharge hike
1/12/2012
One more day closer to spring
1/12/2012
2012: Plenty of challenges ahead for local agencies
1/5/2012
Oswego takes a gamble on car dealership
12/29/2011
Robocalls to stay off cell phones-for now
12/22/2011
Some good financial news for Christmas
12/22/2011
Board should open Murphy Junior High
12/15/2011
Voters can have say on $20,000 legal bill
12/15/2011
A sad chapter closes in Illinois
12/15/2011
A lesson in open government missed
12/8/2011
Officials' private e-mails now subject to FOIA
12/8/2011
A vote for health and education
12/1/2011
600 more students and other numbers
12/1/2011
Private firm could boost snow plowing
11/24/2011
Remember? We are the government
11/24/2011
Drive defensively-and watch out for Bambi
11/17/2011
Still getting a return on 1967 investment
11/17/2011
Take time to honor, thank our veterans
11/10/2011
A no-win situation for taxpayers
11/10/2011
New school boundaries poses a new challenge
11/3/2011
Pending election already costly, ugly
11/3/2011
Where's our transparency in local government now?
10/31/2011
Fallout from KenCom dispute could cost
10/31/2011
Past time for 'Abstinence Plus'
10/20/2011
The high cost for the Park-n-Ride
10/20/2011
It's Opening Day for property tax season
10/13/2011
Libraries a bigger draw than the Blackhawks
10/13/2011
Still time to fill out Oswego survey
10/13/2011
Let's hear from other towns on aggregation
10/6/2011
Restaurants a potential boost for downtowns
10/6/2011
Public passes on school budget
10/6/2011
County ignores Open Meetings Act--again
9/29/2011
Montgomery to let voters decide on tax
9/29/2011
Hultgren vs. Walsh: Incumbents to collide
9/29/2011
Re-map presents a challenge to voters
9/22/2011
Food pantry comes through again
9/22/2011
A step backward in Montgomery
9/15/2011
Hultgren exception to rule for meeting public
9/15/2011
A chance to reunite as Americans Sunday
9/8/2011
Seriously consider park board proposals
9/8/2011
Tollway plans should include interchange
9/1/2011
Time to end free ride scholarships
9/1/2011
Wanted: Your old shoes for memorial
9/1/2011
'An encouraging step' for Metra station
8/25/2011
'...we're going to put it on the ballot'
8/25/2011
Wanted: Your old shoes for 9/11 display
8/18/2011
Rich irony lost on 'Porky' crowd
8/18/2011
Why not a model animal control facility?
8/11/2011
Two constructive park proposals
8/11/2011
Work just starting for school board
8/4/2011
Let people vote on recorder, auditor jobs
8/4/2011
An opportunity to cut government spending
7/28/2011
Let Montgomery voters decide on tax
7/28/2011
Kendall taxpayers should be upset
7/21/2011
Governor should veto 'garbage' bill
7/21/2011
Highway projects will have huge benefit here
7/14/2011
Time for a sign at Oswego Village Hall
7/14/2011
Take back Illinois? It's up to all of us
7/7/2011
Simple solutions to that meeting 'ruckus'
7/7/2011
It's June and the politicking has begun
6/30/2011
Lauzen's park district legislation on target
6/30/2011
Sound advice for open government
6/23/2011
Admitting the problem first step to fight heroin
6/23/2011
An opportunity missed on re-map
6/16/2011
A wrong turn on economic development
6/16/2011
Montgomery should make recycling easier
6/9/2011
You can help make PrairieFest a success
6/9/2011
Enough casinos, slots to go around?
6/9/2011
New map a huge disservice to Kendall
6/2/2011
Time evidently right for an Oswego plan
6/2/2011
Ready for four lanes on Orchard Road
6/2/2011
Memorial Day: Take time to remember
5/26/2011
College now even closer to home
5/26/2011
State shouldn't balance budget on local agencies
5/19/2011
The Taxpayers can't get a break
5/19/2011
A wonderful example of caring, compassion
5/12/2011
Oswego benefited from public-private partnership
5/12/2011
Redistricting hearing a lost opportunity?
5/5/2011
Honor Egan as part of Route 30 widening
5/5/2011
You're invited to a truly inspired event
4/28/2011
Oswego should use its committees
4/28/2011
Give public a say on new board districts
4/21/2011
Homeowners, creek watersheds protected
4/14/2011
A collective sigh of relief on Caterpillar
4/7/2011
County board stands up for the Fox River
4/7/2011
Keep partisan politics out of local elections
4/7/2011
Our endorsements in Tuesday's voting
3/31/2011
Safety coming to busy intersection
3/24/2011
Route 71 trail will be valued
3/24/2011
Let's do better than 12.8 percent
3/24/2011
KenCom funding dispute: A way out
3/17/2011
Oswego Fire District marks 75 years
3/17/2011
Keep public notices for all
3/10/2011
Hultgren gives Metra station effort a boost ,
3/3/2011
Montgomery needs voice on park board
3/3/2011
87.2 percent
2/24/2011
Numbers tell tale of Kendall's boom
2/24/2011
Yet another modern challenge for parents
2/17/2011
Operate snow plowing service like a business?
2/17/2011
Cedar Glen, Windcrest sewer lines necessary
2/10/2011
"I just want to say 'Thank you'"
2/10/2011
Your patience was much appreciated
2/10/2011
Character counts in local elections, too
2/3/2011
A wise course on Montgomery Road
2/3/2011
Fund senior center? It will be up to voters
1/27/2011
Oswego should move sitting area to new hall
1/27/2011
Daytime public hearing wrong
1/20/2011
Lawmakers should pay for own health care
1/20/2011
Did you miss these numbers last week?
1/13/2011
Park-n-Ride should not be a secret
1/13/2011
Just a few issues to address in '11
1/6/2011
Concern over Wikileaks fallout
1/6/2011
Down economy had big impact here in '10
12/30/2010
A better site for a third high school
12/23/2010
A small step for open government
12/23/2010
New leader and era for county board
12/16/2010
Dithering on Route 71 water main may cost
12/16/2010
A small step to help businesses
12/16/2010
T-shirt sales help 3,400 in need
12/9/2010
Cost estimates for solar farm staggering
12/9/2010
Pet owners can help relieve shelter crisis
12/2/2010
Let county residents vote on 911 funding
12/2/2010
A solid choice for chief deputy
11/25/2010
Awards will encourage academic excellence
11/25/2010
Boulder Hill needs maintenance code
11/18/2010
Downtown buildings should be demolished
11/18/2010
See the upgrades at Oswego High
11/18/2010
Remember our veterans today
11/11/2010
State budget cuts may really hit home
11/11/2010
New Congress should buy its own insurance
11/11/2010
Political pendulum swings once again
11/4/2010
Make Route 71, Wolf's Crossing Rd. priorities
11/4/2010
Deer-car collisions can happen anywhere
11/4/2010
Our endorsements in next Tuesday's balloting
10/28/2010
School board picks students over taxes
10/21/2010
Lower assessments, lower taxes, right?
10/21/2010
A proper time to call the attorney general
10/14/2010
State budget cuts trickling down
10/14/2010
Take advantage of early local voting
10/14/2010
Time to elect park, fire boards
10/7/2010
A wise decision on full day kindergarten
10/7/2010
We don't see a problem here
9/30/2010
County should look elsewhere for funds
9/30/2010
School plan needs more cost scenarios
9/23/2010
Mark your calendars for candidates' forum
9/23/2010
Safety advisory: Don't walk in traffic
9/23/2010
School growth? You can have your say
9/16/2010
Refer KenCom funding request to committee
9/16/2010
School board to take a second vote
9/9/2010
Run government like a business?
9/9/2010
Traffic stop video the public's property
9/2/2010
Time to update solid waste plan
9/2/2010
Correct decision on railroad quiet zone
8/26/2010
Encouraging news on Orchard Road
8/26/2010
Remembering the Plainfield Tornado
8/26/2010
Tighten controls on sheriff's credit cards
8/19/2010
Help coming for Kendall's homeless
8/19/2010
MontgomeryFest: Still time for fun
8/12/2010
Board should be wary of legal 'roadblocks'
8/12/2010
Where's the debate on the actual issues?
8/12/2010
Correct decision on SRT withdrawal
8/5/2010
Time to cut island weeds
8/5/2010
Is your vehicle locked right now?
8/5/2010
A wrong move on downtown TIF
7/29/2010
Foster takes positive step on Metra effort
7/29/2010
Records, chapel must be preserved
7/22/2010
Maintain public input on school boundaries
7/22/2010
Foster takes a pass on Metra, Parkway
7/15/2010
Only the names seem to change
7/15/2010
DUI lesson still lost on too many
7/8/2010
Program will recall exploits of "The Fox"
7/8/2010
Windmill moratorium a needed protection
7/8/2010
Restart fireworks funding effort
7/1/2010
Good economic news for the holiday
7/1/2010
So where is our Congressman?
6/24/2010
PrairieFest: A collective success
6/24/2010
Ads on towers would look tacky
6/17/2010
The right decision on brick mailboxes
6/17/2010
Hoping for a measure of closure
6/17/2010
Other agencies to get a say on Oswego TIF
6/10/2010
Montgomery should seek this grant, but...
6/10/2010
Blagojevich trial a sad spectacle
6/10/2010
A perception of a speeding problem
6/3/2010
Why Metra trains here are so slow
6/3/2010
What does Plummer have to hide?
6/3/2010
Memorial Day: Take time to remember
5/27/2010
Sheriff should name new chief deputy
5/27/2010
Oswego should convene TIF board
5/27/2010
No double tax for 911 service
5/20/2010
Cedar Glen streets should be priority
5/20/2010
Renovated library a new point of pride
5/20/2010
Artificial turf fields should wait
5/13/2010
Need is here for a PADS program
5/13/2010
Another tax bill 'season' ends
5/13/2010
A lesson in the need for communication
5/6/2010
IDOT listened on Route 71, 30 projects
5/6/2010
How about a copy of those tax returns?
5/6/2010
Oswego to talk TIF with other agencies
4/29/2010
Room to negotiate on sports complex
4/29/2010
Neighborhood speeders a perennial problem
4/22/2010
Find funding for Rt. 71 main project
4/22/2010
Tea Party missing at the local level
4/22/2010
Earth Day: Another chance to recycle
4/15/2010
Region-wide water planning needed
4/15/2010
'Can you fog a mirror? You get a mortage'
4/8/2010
Keep your eyes on Springfield
4/8/2010
History offers hope on jobless front
4/1/2010
Challenges face old jail's new owners
4/1/2010
Tax hike would maintain services
3/25/2010
More signs should tout Park-n-Ride
3/25/2010
Taxpayers likely to pay for landfill ban
3/18/2010
An opportune time to hire a consultant
3/18/2010
A revenue stream by the end of the day?
3/18/2010
Police, public works before fireworks, fairs
3/18/2010
Administrators should pay part of insurance
3/11/2010
Web site provides a chance to vent
3/11/2010
No need to fear your census form
3/11/2010
Late tax bills cost taxpayers
3/4/2010
Small parking lot will be missed
3/4/2010
Government really worked on Orchard Rd.
2/25/2010
Nice try with that reform
2/25/2010
Welcome to a basketball town
2/25/2010
How not to handle a public hearing
2/18/2010
School cuts to have far-reaching impact
2/18/2010
Legislature quick to put limits on what's public
2/11/2010
Water report shows need for conservation
2/11/2010
Now can the GOP close ranks?
2/4/2010
Montgomery chief served with integrity
2/4/2010
Joint meetings can slow rumor mill
2/4/2010
Our choices in next Tuesday's voting
1/28/2010
Surprise them: Go to the polls and vote
1/28/2010
Schools should keep up pressure on lawmakers
1/21/2010
Political potshots won't help people of Haiti
1/21/2010
GOP House race all about numbers
1/14/2010
Don't get frosty over snow laws
1/14/2010
2010 a new year of local opportunity
1/7/2010
Is it over yet?
12/31/2009
Taxpayers take a pass-once again
12/24/2009
Official should have abstained from vote
12/24/2009
Schools' enrollment challenge looming
12/17/2009
New faces in GOP race; same outcome?
12/17/2009
Foster needs to lead on Metra service here
12/17/2009
Expect to pay more for water in 2010
12/10/2009
Readers finding new Montgomery Library
12/10/2009
Lawmakers cast partisanship aside
12/3/2009
A chance to create holiday memories
12/3/2009
Just saying 'No' to landfills will cost
11/26/2009
Vote on leaf vac raises concerns
11/26/2009
Petition challenges also good politics
11/19/2009
Changes make block schedule study difficult
11/19/2009
At least Congress, Foster did something
11/19/2009
Montgomery in tight spot on liquor hours
11/12/2009
A stellar effort on H1N1 vaccine clinics
11/12/2009
Recession pay hikes send wrong message
11/5/2009
Be there for our veterans Wednesday
11/5/2009
State's attorney rules for open government
10/29/2009
Library's bid for grants on the mark
10/29/2009
Saving lives what it's all about
10/29/2009
Waubonsee offering help for job-seekers
10/22/2009
'Honey, Jim Edgar's on the phone...'
10/22/2009
All they need now is a Dalmatian
10/22/2009
Agencies should pay for breaking the law
10/15/2009
A positive first step on Alexander Square
10/15/2009
Funds needed for both Rt. 47, Prairie Parkway
10/15/2009
Six decades of keeping your news 'hyper-local'
10/8/2009
Restaurants: Early sign of economic recovery?
10/8/2009
We'll remember the siren and volunteers
10/1/2009
Lines forming now for Feb. 2 primary election
10/1/2009
Project would give Main Street a lift
9/24/2009
KenCom plan must work for the long haul
9/24/2009
School chief acted correctly on speech
9/17/2009
Agencies should opt for openness
9/17/2009
Health care in a less than perfect world
9/10/2009
Downtown Montgomery an ideal Metra stop
9/3/2009
YMCA a needed community asset
9/3/2009
The season of Friday night lights
9/3/2009
Decision could cost Oswego taxpayers
8/27/2009
Agencies strikeout in stimulus fund quest
8/27/2009
Why we need video gaming revenues
8/20/2009
We're all going to stay healthy and insured, right?
8/20/2009
Countdown is on for Quinn to sign FOI bill
8/13/2009
Help new school year start well
8/13/2009
Use tax proceeds for KenCom expansion
8/6/2009
High speed rail? Get Metra trains here first
8/6/2009
Beer and good government
8/6/2009
Funding proposal appears workable
7/30/2009
50 years later, it's time to honor Egan
7/30/2009
Landfill application on hold-for now
7/30/2009
11th Commandment already tough for GOP
7/23/2009
A good week for those who travel
7/23/2009
Forums will provide board an opportunity
7/23/2009
Montgomery should stand by sign ordinance
7/16/2009
Cooperation needed on old Kendall Co. jail
7/16/2009
Montgomery Metra study should proceed
7/9/2009
KenCom in need of upgraded facilities
7/9/2009
Oswego watering limits should remain in place
7/2/2009
A new era for the school district
7/2/2009
A narrow, but correct vote on manager's pact
7/2/2009
Stumbling out of the starting gate
6/25/2009
Oswego officials need to start showing up
6/25/2009
'Transparency' the new political buzzword
6/25/2009
Hastert's first test in his own party
6/18/2009
PrairieFest: A great time for a celebration
6/18/2009
Mutual Ground funding must be maintained
6/11/2009
Chicago agency honors Montgomery Village Hall
6/11/2009
Lawmakers' votes on funding bill puzzling
6/4/2009
An opportune time to look back
6/4/2009
Let TV viewers pick and choose
6/4/2009
TIF study should proceed to next step
5/28/2009
Allow teens to drink? Parents face fines, jail
5/28/2009
An opportunity to join the cancer fight
5/28/2009
A Montgomery-only cable TV station?
5/21/2009
Oswego needs to keep local fireworks display
5/21/2009
Take time to remember Monday
5/21/2009
School board must weigh cuts carefully
5/14/2009
A good example set on open meetings
5/14/2009
At last, more parking for Oswego Library
5/7/2009
This program a necessary investment
5/7/2009
Media coverage of swine flu sickening
5/7/2009
Another Hastert for Congress?
4/30/2009
What about the rest of Orchard Road?
4/30/2009
Positive message sent
4/30/2009
Better spent here than in Baghdad
4/23/2009
How much was your raise?
4/23/2009
It's nice to be missed
4/23/2009
YMCA finds a new home at old school
4/16/2009
Foster must consider Prairie Parkway need
4/16/2009
State's attorney should hold another seminar
4/9/2009
Low turnout, negativity troubling election trends
4/9/2009
Our choices in next Tuesday's voting
4/2/2009
Hail to the Panthers!
3/26/2009
Aucutt Rd. extension needed for public safety
3/26/2009
What price safety at county meetings?
3/26/2009
Metra station a necessary investment
3/19/2009
Transit funding request put Oswego in tight spot
3/19/2009
Voters deserve to see, hear candidates
3/12/2009
Early voting offers chance to boost turnout
3/12/2009
One $9 billion state deficit, two approaches
3/12/2009
Hard choices ahead for school leaders
3/5/2009
The right decision on Oswego's newsletter
3/5/2009
Taxpayers lose when agencies don't cooperate
2/26/2009
Tough to separate politics from TIF issue
2/26/2009
Riverfront slowly, steadily transformed
2/19/2009
No stimulus funds? No worries-yet
2/19/2009
Burris will wish he had stayed home
2/19/2009
A new place for area seniors to gather
2/12/2009
A positive step for Montgomery's downtown
2/12/2009
These projects should be high on funding list
2/12/2009
What do other agencies think of Oswego TIF plan?
2/5/2009
Two politicians who aren't afraid to pander
2/5/2009
Public needs to speak-up now on new school chief
1/29/2009
State should look elsewhere for funding
1/29/2009
Park district invests inMontgomery's downtown
1/29/2009
A new beginning in D.C.; Springfield next?
1/22/2009
'One more deterrent' to drinking, driving
1/22/2009
Long-term plan for school's use needed
1/22/2009
An object lesson for all candidates
1/15/2009
Keep school board training voluntary
1/15/2009
New year brings new opportunities
1/8/2009
2008: The year the building all but stopped
1/1/2009
Public stays away again from public hearings
1/1/2009
Behlow will leave
12/25/2008
Voters in Home Rule Oswego have final say
12/25/2008
Blago must go, but don't hold your breath
12/18/2008
45 days enough time for consensus
12/18/2008
New era begins in county government
12/11/2008
Durbin wrong on Ryan clemency effort
12/11/2008
Landfill debate
12/4/2008
School district's growth
12/4/2008
Oswego should move promptly on water tower
11/27/2008
Kendall County losing two strong advocates
11/27/2008
Time to expand leaf burning ban
11/20/2008
Run for governor? Time for Tom to think
11/20/2008
It's Opening Day for property tax season
11/13/2008
Plagiarism a plague of Internet era
11/13/2008
Change evident in Tuesday's ballot results
11/6/2008
A new era begins in Montgomery
11/6/2008
Our choices in next Tuesday balloting
10/30/2008
Early voting comes closer to home
10/23/2008
Oswego committees need set meeting dates
10/23/2008
'District 101' provides a learning opportunity
10/23/2008
Schools make most of housing downturn
10/16/2008
Library district saves a bit of history
10/16/2008
Just the facts
10/16/2008
Don't take government cooperation lightly
10/9/2008
Prairie Parkway now up to state
10/9/2008
Welcome the return of Oswegorama
10/2/2008
No excuse for not registering to vote
10/2/2008
A new way to keep tabs on government
9/25/2008
Shoulder work long overdue on Route 30
9/25/2008
Taxpayers should not pay for railroad upgrades
9/25/2008
So just what does home rule mean?
9/18/2008
Homebuilding down, but still more students
9/18/2008
Donors come through for county food pantry
9/18/2008
No need for major
9/11/2008
Let's keep those meals on wheels
9/11/2008
Take time to view New Oswego plan
9/4/2008
A faint hope for an issue-oriented campaign
9/4/2008
Flaw evident in Open Meetings Act
8/28/2008
Expanded high school student code makes sense
8/28/2008
A more diverse Kendall County
8/21/2008
Our 'homeboy' governor
8/21/2008
It's easy to follow campaign money
8/21/2008
Time to tear down county's old jail
8/14/2008
Festival growth a positive sign
8/14/2008
Montgomery Board makes correct calls
8/7/2008
Golf carts on Oswego streets? Why not?
8/7/2008
See you at MontgomeryFest
8/7/2008
Oswego needs ethics policy
7/31/2008
Make time capsule uniquely Montgomery
7/31/2008
A place for that 'e-waste'
7/31/2008
Shared fire station a benefit for all
7/24/2008
Oswego advisory panel should have non-resident
7/24/2008
Don't let another summer slip away
7/24/2008
Open meetings law reminder might help
7/17/2008
On condominiums and motor scooters
7/17/2008
Pedestrians crossing signs no safe solution
7/10/2008
Garbage cart cost worth the expense
7/10/2008
Plan carefully for new Oswego Police station
7/3/2008
Professionalism shown in fire district response
7/3/2008
Open Meetings Act seminar draws a crowd
6/26/2008
Sen. Holmes brings state money home
6/26/2008
Fireworks committee deserves your support
6/26/2008
Consider all options on senior center site
6/19/2008
Encouraging signs in math debate
6/19/2008
School building closing provided lesson for all
6/19/2008
Why this PrairieFest is a milestone event
6/12/2008
Why landfill proposals should interest us all
6/12/2008
Open Meetings seminar a must for local officials
6/5/2008
Oswego should plan for Town Center Part 2
6/5/2008
Inaction not an option on state capital bill
5/29/2008
'Going green' a welcome trend
5/29/2008
Give me liberty or just some cash for old vinyl
5/29/2008
Public needs to know board members' views
5/22/2008
Remember those who have served
5/22/2008
Sod happens for those who wait and work
5/22/2008
School board seeks outside opinions
5/15/2008
IDOT needs to fill craters along Route 30
5/15/2008
County board backs U.S. Constitution
5/15/2008
Kindergarten debate likely to continue
5/8/2008
Our roads and cars can't wait any longer
5/8/2008
Late tax bills add to taxpayers' burden
5/1/2008
One way to clear the air in Springfield
5/1/2008
A message that some don't want to hear
5/1/2008
Oswego's new landmark building
4/24/2008
Expect delays on Orchard, Douglas roads
4/24/2008
Curtain to go up on high school musicals
4/24/2008
Water fund study worth the expense
4/17/2008
IHSA finally sees the light on photo policy
4/17/2008
United front needed on railroad acquisition
4/17/2008
I see a red "C" and I want to paint it black
4/17/2008
Permanent memorial may help healing
4/10/2008
County agency needs direct state funding
4/10/2008
The correct move on courthouse expansion
4/10/2008
A key step closer on library building plans
4/7/2008
Good news from down on the farm
4/7/2008
Scanner, old photos bring back memories
4/7/2008
Will Kane finally listen on Orchard Road?
3/27/2008
Right to privacy trumps 'robo calls'
3/27/2008
Change could ease parking ban burden
3/20/2008
Hastert joins fray over infrastructure funding
3/20/2008
Why those plans no longer collect dust
3/20/2008
Election a wake-up call for the GOP?
3/13/2008
About those declining school test scores
3/13/2008
Boundary pact a long time coming
3/6/2008
Is Blagojevich in Feds' crosshairs?
3/6/2008
Bill Foster for U.S. Congress
3/6/2008
Boundary issues not easy to solve
2/28/2008
Extent of change can still surprise
2/28/2008
What's the forest preserve's plan now?
2/21/2008
No simple solutions for shooting rampages
2/21/2008
The fix wasn't in...
2/21/2008
Kendall joins national new home dive
2/14/2008
Special election could result in surprises
2/14/2008
Terrorists just like us?
2/14/2008
Voters spring a few surprises Tuesday
2/7/2008
Campaign cash flow has become a flood
2/7/2008
Keeping students close to home makes sense
2/7/2008
Interjections by Tony Scott
Election is over, now the campaign starts - 2/7/2008
Our choices in Tuesday's balloting
1/31/2008
"Lifestyle center" vote good for Oswego
1/24/2008
Use open space dollars for open space
1/24/2008
Bush economic policy a loser for the nation
1/24/2008
Early voting no easy task in Kendall County
1/17/2008
New Oswego Village Hall looks to the future
1/17/2008
Leave NCLB behind
1/17/2008
A confusing, important primary election
1/10/2008
Fox Bend changes, upgrades are welcome
1/10/2008
Now Britons better off?
1/10/2008
Resolving to make 2008 a productive year
1/3/2008
Trust me: State smoking ban is fantastic
Illinoisans will breathe easier in the new year - 1/3/2008
A look back at 2007: Progress and tragedy
12/27/2007
Long-awaited Douglas Rd. widening coming
12/20/2007
Watch where you smoke after Jan. 1
12/20/2007
IHSA pretending it is a private business
12/20/2007
Time to move beyond parking ban dispute
12/13/2007
Area's growing traffic woes likely to grow.
12/13/2007
Interjections by Tony Scott
Confused about tax levies? You're not alone - 12/13/2007
Another piece of bike trail puzzle in place
12/6/2007
Solid waste problem needs regional solution
12/6/2007
Open Meetings Act the law, not a suggestion
11/29/2007
Holiday season set to arrive this Sunday
11/29/2007
Hastert’s early departure a mistake
11/22/2007
Why are Republicans afraid to debate?
11/22/2007
That SCHIP question
11/22/2007
Getting to the bottom of OHS renovation cost
11/15/2007
County being hurt by lack of good planning
11/15/2007
Appraisal scam could hike your taxes
11/15/2007
Veterans’ sacrifices must be remembered
11/8/2007
Location, not number, of banks the real issue
11/8/2007
Caution justified...
11/8/2007
OHS expansion questions need answers
11/1/2007
Adams, Baird earned their new contracts
11/1/2007
The FEMA fake news conference flap
11/1/2007
A Reporter’s Perspective by Lyle Rolfe
Where would Oswego, Montgomery be without Route 30? - 11/1/2007
The schools’ knotty prediction problem
10/25/2007
Pickerill again earns community’s gratitude
10/25/2007
Have we become our own enemy?
10/25/2007
Joining the school board in...Warrenville?
10/18/2007
Change coming to Kendall government
10/18/2007
Widen Rt. 30 soon
10/18/2007
New plan offers a new opportunity
10/11/2007
Stout of heart sought for school committee
10/11/2007
It is torture by any name they choose
10/11/2007
End of an Oswego firefighting era coming
10/4/2007
New tax cycle system is cause for optimism
10/4/2007
Let’s lock those cars
10/4/2007
Should Cook County be Kendall’s model?
9/27/2007
Math committee still seeking members
9/27/2007
Giving Iran far too much credit
9/27/2007
What has IDOT got against Route 47?
9/20/2007
Not clear meeting changes are needed
9/20/2007
Don’t cut Park-n-Ride
9/20/2007
New board consensus good for Oswego
9/13/2007
No surveys on the cheap, please
9/13/2007
Schools’ new PR post not a luxury
9/13/2007
A little bit of local history saved
9/6/2007
Cross came through for local agencies
9/6/2007
We won the war, but lost the peace
9/6/2007
County gets it right on impact fees
8/30/2007
Time for consensus building in Oswego
8/30/2007
Gonzales' disastrous tenure finally at an end
8/30/2007
Hastert’s priorities centered here at home
8/23/2007
Need plan for Main, Washington signal
8/23/2007
Protecting our rights
8/23/2007
More commercial property value needed
8/16/2007
Good news on new Oswego police station
8/16/2007
GOP in tatters thanks to Karl Rove
8/16/2007
Still time for fun: MontgomeryFest 2007
8/9/2007
Why the foot-dragging on Baird, Adams?
8/9/2007
Constitution in crisis
8/9/2007
Close Open Meetings Act loophole
8/2/2007
Property tax breaks? Proceed with caution
8/2/2007
Just how many cats, dogs are too many?
8/2/2007
Trust was the major casualty Monday
7/26/2007
A welcome breather on the housing front
7/26/2007
Seeing the light on connecting streets
7/19/2007
County facing results of poor planning
7/19/2007
Blockheads in charge
7/19/2007
Oswego special census makes fiscal sense
7/12/2007
Montgomery library site a winner for all
7/12/2007
Truth not a Bush Administration priority
7/12/2007
Interjections by Tony Scott
Impeachment time for Bush? Bring it on - 7/12/2007
Open the landfill meeting room door
7/5/2007
Time now to reassert our rights
7/5/2007
What’s up with Kendall’s late tax bills?
6/28/2007
Trust but verify schools’ building plans
6/28/2007
The unthinkable
6/28/2007
Daryl Thompson finally gets his due
6/21/2007
Planning for the “last war” in Oswego?
6/21/2007
Welcome to PrairieFest, everybody!
6/14/2007
Independence a must for local officials
6/14/2007
Why not just enforce existing laws?
6/14/2007
Schools’ efficiency is good news
6/7/2007
Time capsule a good idea
6/7/2007
“What Cross wants matters now”
6/7/2007
Interjections by Tony Scott
No way out of this quagmire - 6/7/2007
Aiming at a non-alcoholic graduation
5/31/2007
New dam legislation just another Band-Aide
5/31/2007
Not-so-senior staff
5/31/2007
Memorial Day a time for reflection
5/24/2007
Challenge of keeping Oswego crime rate low
5/24/2007
Illinois’ fascinating political game
5/24/2007
Keep those public meetings in the public
5/17/2007
Ashland Ave. bridge settlement a no-brainer
5/17/2007
Governor’s a uniter
5/17/2007
End of a Kendall County political era
5/10/2007
A Montgomery process worthy of emulation
5/10/2007
Tenet’s failed tenure
5/10/2007
Interjections by Tony Scott
5/10/2007
Road program a local disappointment
5/3/2007
Softer growth offers challenge, opportunity
5/3/2007
What does Alberto do?
5/3/2007
Incentives a necessary evil—for now
4/26/2007
Calm before school boundary storm?
4/26/2007
Just doing his job...
4/26/2007
Voters opt for change in Oswego
4/19/2007
Keep water rate hikes small but steady
4/19/2007
Mitigating bloodshed
4/19/2007
Our endorsements in Tuesday’s balloting
4/12/2007
Solid waste: Oswego could have done better
4/5/2007
Pedestrian bridge good for everyone
4/5/2007
Surviving the inept
4/5/2007
Start joint lobbying effort for Orchard Rd.
3/29/2007
Homebuyers need to do homework first
3/29/2007
Take time to see the candidates
3/29/2007
Change evident in school report cards
3/22/2007
Oswego survey data a road map of sorts
3/22/2007
Chickens return,now roosting in D.C.
3/22/2007
ComEd, ICC electrical service insanity
3/15/2007
A mystery solved
3/15/2007
Drinking and driving
3/15/2007
County action on Orchard Road welcome
3/8/2007
Send in your letters
3/8/2007
Walter Reed’s shame
3/8/2007
Cross plan could be a statewide winner
3/1/2007
School board candidates’ forum?
3/1/2007
We’ve heard it before
3/1/2007
Time for Orchard Road expansion is right now
2/22/2007
Keeping an eye on growth only prudent
2/22/2007
Protect our troops first
2/22/2007
A horrific, tragic event
2/15/2007
Take an interest in spring election
2/15/2007
Keep politics out of open space
2/15/2007
Kendall County growth slower, but not slow
2/8/2007
Crime under control in Boulder Hill
2/8/2007
He said what?
2/8/2007
Been there and reported on that
Lyle Rolfe marks 50th anniversary on the area news beat - 2/8/2007
What this community needs is more PAFRs
2/1/2007
Survey says: Parks doing a good job
2/1/2007
The Boy Governor vs. Lisa Madigan
2/1/2007
Interjections by Tony Scott
Noose or needle? Bears or Colts? Let’s just get it orver with - 2/1/2007
A forest preserve referendum good for all
1/25/2007
Why not stick a toe in the political water?
1/25/2007
Hard labor in D.C.
Boy those Democrats have some nerve. - 1/25/2007
Schools faced high drama in Springfield
1/18/2007
175th birthday worthy of a big celebration
1/18/2007
Those ungrateful Iraqis
1/18/2007
School district’s growth truly stunning
1/11/2007
Those amazing Oswego East Wolves
1/11/2007
No to Iraq escalation
1/11/2007
Our New Year's resolution suggestions
1/4/2007
Interjections by Tony Scott
You say you want resolutions? You got 'em! - 1/4/2007
The 2006 news year: It's a wrap
12/28/2006
State impact fee bill bad for taxpayers
12/21/2006
Who really owns the Ashland Ave. bridge?
12/21/2006
The name's the thing
12/21/2006
Interjections by Tony Scott
Cross' stem cell bills give the ultimate gift - 12/21/2006
Schools' success relied on teamwork
12/14/2006
Senior planning the smart thing to do
12/14/2006
Ignorance is bipartisan
12/14/2006
Remembering Pearl Harbor 65 years later
12/7/2006
Trail sections under bridges needed soon
12/7/2006
Going nowhere in Iraq
12/7/2006
Interjections by Tony Scott
Giving you and yours a dose of holiday cheer - 12/7/2006
Have a merry holiday kick-off weekend
11/30/2006
Parks' Haines land acquisition good news
11/30/2006
Saving Nicholson
11/30/2006
Use new tax revenes for Orchard Rd. work
11/23/2006
Fox Bend is now all ours
11/23/2006
Parks, schools benefit all taxpayers
11/23/2006
The least we can do for our veterans
11/16/2006
Library fees were a long time coming
11/16/2006
George W. Bush, the truth, and trust
11/16/2006
Interjections by Tony Scott
What do I have to do to get you into this column? - 11/16/2006
Cross, parks deserve community thanks
11/9/2006
Don't wait until next year to complain
11/9/2006
A rare moment of accountability
11/9/2006
Our choices in next Tuesday's voting
11/2/2006
Halloween's coming: Be careful out there
10/26/2006
Schools have to be prudent in planning
10/26/2006
The President's "cut and run" denial game
10/26/2006
Still looking for a local early voting site
10/19/2006
Building large is good for taxpayers
10/19/2006
Providing a portal into the Information Age
10/19/2006
A student's perspective...
Orange Crew giving Panthers a real boost - 10/19/2006
Calling is still better than griping
10/12/2006
Help preserve Reservation Woods
10/12/2006
Bush and the inspectors
10/12/2006
History in the making at OEHS
10/5/2006
How to get the school facts before you vote
10/5/2006
Corrupting the People's House
10/5/2006
Acknowledging fast growth in Montgomery
9/28/2006
Spending money could save money
9/28/2006
Surrendering liberty
9/28/2006
Write shorter, not fewer, Forum letters
9/21/2006
Oswego's downtown a real growth area
9/21/2006
Blago's antics raising national eyebrows
9/21/2006
Pedestrian safety must be a priority
9/14/2006
Take time to visit police station
9/14/2006
Sunset law needed for dams
9/14/2006
Interjections by Tony Scott
Witness to the good, bad, ugly at Lambeau - 9/14/2006
Oswego garbage plan needs some tweaking
9/7/2006
Schools should get busy on referendum
9/7/2006
The 9/11 disaster
9/7/2006
School's in: Let's all be careful out there
8/31/2006
County planning off to another slow start
8/31/2006
Schools, police work for safe high schools
8/31/2006
Interjections by Tony Scott
Back from a week of productive meandering - 8/31/2006
Schools trying to keep ahead of growth curve
8/24/2006
OEDC's first 10 years have proved a success
8/24/2006
A return to rule of law
8/24/2006
Time to get in front on Oswego home rule
8/17/2006
Making hard decisions
8/17/2006
Welcome to this year's MontgomeryFest
8/10/2006
Fairness needed in boating decision
8/10/2006
Decision will set school district's tone
8/10/2006
"Slowdown" may not seem so slow
8/3/2006
Historic preservation a good idea-in theory
8/3/2006
President Bush vs. the Constitution
8/3/2006
Interjections by Tony Scott
Hoping for a break in real, fantasy football - 8/3/2006
In library land tiff, follow judge's order
7/27/2006
Involve public in deciding school's fate
7/27/2006
Neither party immune from corruption
7/27/2006
A worthy use for fireworks fines
7/20/2006
Oswego Visitors Bureau profile too low
7/20/2006
It ain't necessarily so
7/20/2006
Interjections by Tony Scott
Beating the heat with a "Dog" and "Nuge" - 7/20/2006
Tax hike request worth another try
7/13/2006
A boost for Oswego road upgrade plans
7/13/2006
Crosswalks needed before bridge opens
7/13/2006
Spending now would save on new building
7/6/2006
A tough, but correct decision on busing
7/6/2006
Traffic laws apply to cyclists, too
7/6/2006
Hastert, land, and the Prairie Parkway
6/29/2006
Just obey the law
6/29/2006
Celebrate nation's liberty next Tuesday
6/29/2006
No wrecker's ball for Boulder Hill School
6/22/2006
Pappas, Barnes will be tough acts to follow
6/22/2006
D.C. pols mull amnesty for terrorists
6/22/2006
Welcome to PrairieFest 2006
6/15/2006
Sometimes politicians deserve a raise
6/15/2006
What are they really worried about?
6/15/2006
Interjections by Tony Scott
Gay marriage issue simple as black and white - 6/15/2006
Keeping everyone safe at graduation time
6/8/2006
Water main deal seems a good one
6/8/2006
The old shell game
6/8/2006
Yorkville's deadly dam claims three more lives
6/1/2006
We're still waiting for those traffic stripes
6/1/2006
On expressing regret...
6/1/2006
Interjections by Tony Scott
'Idol' thoughts on the importance of celebrity - 6/1/2006
Memorial Day 2006: Honoring our own
5/25/2006
Shortsighted planning lives on forever
5/25/2006
Bush Administration truth in short supply
5/25/2006
Now's the time to ask about school funding
5/18/2006
The embarrassing need to legislate courtesy
5/18/2006
Leaving the law behind
5/18/2006
Needed: changes in Orchard Rd. plans
5/11/2006
Saving open space good for taxpayers
5/11/2006
Our new imperial presidency
5/11/2006
Dealing with schools' growth no easy task
5/4/2006
County special census welcome, if overdue
5/4/2006
Destroying FEMA in order to save it?
5/4/2006
Interjections, by Tony Scott
Two weeks, one guy and a ride gone awry - 5/4/2006
Village hall plans look promising
4/27/2006
Where the money checks in, not out
4/27/2006
Haven't we heard this line before?
4/27/2006
Cross to IDOT: Stripe Route 34 now
4/20/2006
Don't wait to do Wolf Road safety work
4/20/2006
Ryan's reputation, legacy destroyed
4/20/2006
Local area deserves an early voting site
4/13/2006
Time to think outside transportation box?
4/13/2006
Find out where schools are headed
4/13/2006
Has growth become mind boggling yet?
4/6/2006
Preparation pays off for park district, taxpayers
4/6/2006
Good riddance to Tom DeLay
4/6/2006
We're still waiting for those traffic stripes
3/30/2006
Still time to comment on school proposals
3/30/2006
Development has Kendall in its sights
3/30/2006
Interjections by Tony Scott
Most registered voters didn't show up for work - 3/30/2006
A plea to respect the farmers' land
3/23/2006
Interesting election; we're glad it's over
3/23/2006
Eric Weis for state's attorney
3/16/2006
Library request a very good deal
3/16/2006
"Yes" vote would help upgrade roads
3/16/2006
Sugar Grove Library referendum earns a "Yes"
3/16/2006
Murst Farm a symbol of what can be done
3/9/2006
Local legislators need to focus on roads
3/9/2006
Time to bring back ancient marsh?
3/9/2006
So long, and good luck, Alexander
3/2/2006
How about those Oswego East Wolves?
3/2/2006
About those ports
3/2/2006
Interjections by Tony Scott
Prepare for one tough physical challenge - 3/2/2006
Oswego's history, heritage lost
2/23/2006
How about taking a clear stand?
2/23/2006
Our distinguished parks...
2/23/2006
Burgholzer honor overdue, but welcome
2/16/2006
You're reading Don Krahn's legacy
2/16/2006
Leave our National Guard alone
2/16/2006
Robinson B. Murphy can still get his due
2/9/2006
On the verge of big changes in growth
2/9/2006
Natural areas plan comes none too soon
2/9/2006
Interjections by Tony Scott
Treat congressmen like the spoiled dogs they are - 2/9/2006
Something is better than nothing
2/2/2006
That same old song is playing again
2/2/2006
Separation of powers
2/2/2006
Montgomery right on sign crackdown
1/26/2006
Heritage disappearing as growth accelerates
1/26/2006
Fear trumps the law
1/26/2006
Interjections by Tony Scott
Blago should take a trip north, to the Land of Keno - 1/26/2006
Sales tax for roads may be the best route
1/19/2006
Honoring one of Oswego's Finest
1/19/2006
Sleaze isn't confined to D.C.
1/19/2006
Budget probe a chance for improvement
1/12/2006
New Congressional ethics rules pointless
1/12/2006
Looking forward to a better year in 2006
1/5/2006
Interjections by Tony Scott
County board chairman sings Abba? Don't I wish... - 1/5/2006
2005: Wrapping up the year in local news
12/29/2005
Sharply limit new right in, right outs
12/22/2005
We really have come a long way
12/22/2005
Our President is not above the law
12/22/2005
Time to demolish Orchard Rd. homes
12/15/2005
Oswego Visitors Bureau a success story
12/15/2005
Corralling corruption more than one-man job
12/15/2005
Interjections by Tony Scott
Day of Mall Hell turns writer into The Grinch - 12/15/2005
Parks' parking needs to be addressed
12/8/2005
Venerable Plattville bids to be newest town
12/8/2005
Where are those traffic stripes?
12/8/2005
Interjections by Tony Scott
iGone: The tragic tale of a dropped MP3 player - 12/8/2005
Welcome to start of Christmas season
12/1/2005
Saving history more important than ever
12/1/2005
Dam modification not best for Fox River
12/1/2005
Add special assessment to tax bills
11/24/2005
Our communities must be connected
11/24/2005
Veterans deserve better
11/24/2005
Interjections by Tony Scott
Yes, you can be a winner in the Game of Iraq - 11/24/2005
Use Town Center snafu to advantage
11/17/2005
An opportunity with school names
11/17/2005
Was it really "everybody"?
11/17/2005
Honor our veterans this weekend
11/10/2005
Natural areas plan deserves strong support
11/10/2005
Tortured logic
11/10/2005
Interjections by Tony Scott
Weddings, anniversaries and an English bulldog - 11/10/2005
More students mean more schools needed
11/3/2005
Time to look at the larger census picture?
11/3/2005
Politics in time of war
11/3/2005
Douglas Road process a model for others
10/27/2005
History, current events sometimes the same
10/27/2005
No Child left Behind?
10/27/2005
There were two sides to this story
10/20/2005
Parks foundation will be community asset
10/20/2005
Interjections by Tony Scott
A class reunion, sports of all kinds and the GOP - 10/20/2005
Historic preservation difficult but priceless
10/13/2005
Epic growth need not overwhelm us
10/13/2005
Fiscal conservatives finding their voices
10/13/2005
Whose wishes get the consideration?
10/6/2005
Got a good idea for a school name?
10/6/2005
Protect Kendall Now
10/6/2005
Interjections by Tony Scott
Trying to comprehend 10 years out of high school - 10/6/2005
Oswego sticks to Orchard Road guns
9/29/2005
Sometimes plans actually come true
9/29/2005
Waiting for Edgar
9/29/2005
What's next for growing schools?
9/22/2005
Stand by: School staff culture shift underway
9/22/2005
Interjections by Tony Scott
Fall harvest of candy corn, bad football - 9/22/2005
The Fox River needs your help Saturday
9/15/2005
Do your bit to help hurricane victims
9/15/2005
Failure to communicate must be solved
9/15/2005
Facts point to need for more library space
9/8/2005
Ban new wells for watering
9/8/2005
The Gulf Coast debacle
9/8/2005
Get Oswego's land-cash study moving
9/1/2005
Transportation dollars: Spend a little, get a lot
9/1/2005
Don't forget Oswego's most historic bridge
9/1/2005
School's starting soon; drive carefully
8/25/2005
Be a part of the school planning solution
8/25/2005
Start Orchard widening planning process soon
8/25/2005
Some benefit to those developer incentives
8/18/2005
No need to panic; growth now the norm
8/18/2005
Area business growth struggling to keep up
8/11/2005
Is it "pork" if it's an essential project?
8/11/2005
MontgomeryFest: The last summer blast
8/11/2005
Regional solutions for regional problems
8/4/2005
Oswego Village Hall site selection cautions
8/4/2005
No more G-WOT; now it's G-SAVE
8/4/2005
Is it time to mandate trail use?
7/28/2005
Blame the framers, not Oswego officials
7/28/2005
Keep on connecting those streets
7/28/2005
Friends of the Fox: Palmer Dam must go
7/21/2005
Oswego sign laws often bewildering
7/21/2005
High standards sinking at White House
7/21/2005
A little help for our disadvantaged youths
7/14/2005
Saving water: Local disaster prevention
7/14/2005
A Parkway stand
7/14/2005
No Oswego historic site safe now
7/7/2005
An embarrassment of banking riches?
7/7/2005
Those terrorists down at the library
7/7/2005
Interjections by Tony Scott
A salute to this nation's heroes: Congress - 7/7/2005
Mill Road trail extension a good idea
6/30/2005
Solution possible for school tax snafu
6/30/2005
An interesting Supreme Court session ends
6/30/2005
Wal-Mart moves imply growth will continue
6/23/2005
It's summer; use water sparingly
6/23/2005
Open lands initiative in the nick of time
6/23/2005
PrairieFest 2005: Time for summer fun
6/16/2005
A local hero takes his last salute
6/16/2005
Montgomery an open meetings leader
6/16/2005
Send in those fireworks donations right away
6/9/2005
Winery would be an Oswego asset
6/9/2005
Better gas mileage in a target-rich environment
6/9/2005
Check those bad manners at the door
6/2/2005
One small victory for local preservationists
6/2/2005
Bad is really good
6/2/2005
School crossing guards work elsewhere
5/26/2005
Proposed ordinance change still a loser
5/26/2005
Who is in charge?
5/26/2005
School officials need to gather input upfront
5/19/2005
Property tax system too complex to fix?
5/19/2005
Be careful with neighborhood changes
5/12/2005
No prom, graduation drinking, please
5/12/2005
It's May; just hang up and drive
5/12/2005
Historic preservation only good in principle?
5/5/2005
Safety must be primary road extension criteria
5/5/2005
Why, exactly, are we still in Iraq?
5/5/2005
Tim McCann will be tough act to follow
4/28/2005
Keep a wary eye out as growth continues
4/28/2005
A new 'last refuge of scoundrels'?
4/28/2005
IDOT radar finally picking up Rt. 30
4/21/2005
Limiting permits might be a good idea
4/21/2005
"Group think" now national policy
4/21/2005
Note to library: Keep on keeping on
4/14/2005
A different angle on road maintenance
4/14/2005
Illinois colonels?
4/14/2005
Other agencies need to rally to Rt. 30 cause
4/7/2005
School funding change just not in the cards
4/7/2005
Our recommendations in Tuesday's balloting
3/31/2005
Incentive agreements now facts of life
3/24/2005
Needed: A chance to meet all the candidates
3/24/2005
Baghdad Bob now at home on the Potomac?
3/24/2005
Library plans looking good so far
3/17/2005
We're agreed traffic's bad and getting worse
3/17/2005
Cross' good idea...
3/17/2005
Court judgment a cloud over Oswego
3/10/2005
County's environment takes another hit
3/10/2005
Wanted: A President of the United States
3/10/2005
Montgomery plan a chance to transform
3/3/2005
Boulder Point really a win-win
3/3/2005
McAdam off to an excellent start
3/3/2005
Positive vote means schools can maintain
2/24/2005
Joining CATS policy group good for Kendall
2/24/2005
State parks endangered by new hiring practices
2/24/2005
Education Fund vote deserves support
2/17/2005
Time to widen U.S. Rt. 30
2/17/2005
Accelerating growth to the west affects us, too
2/10/2005
Political rope-a-dope in Springfield
2/10/2005
Cutter a REAL hero
2/10/2005
Voters have some choices to make April 5
2/3/2005
Traffic problems need attention, fixes soon
2/3/2005
Library plan better second time around
1/27/2005
County needs to make their sales tax case
1/27/2005
Elections, democracy very different things
1/27/2005
Addressing residents' concerns the right thing
1/20/2005
Blunting the impact of referendum rumors
Time was, school referendum campaigns meant a load of rumors-most of which were untrue-would be flyi - 1/20/2005
Bush's main argument for war evaporated
1/20/2005
Oswego High Band did all of us proud
1/13/2005
We're the Fox River's biggest assailants
1/13/2005
Taking it on the chin...
1/13/2005
2005 should be a year to grow on
Our suggestions for local resolutions - 1/6/2005
2004: That was the year that was
12/30/2004
Case must be made for school referendum
12/23/2004
On boundaries they did the best they could
12/23/2004
Making a TV splash
12/23/2004
School district enrollment at a gallop
12/16/2004
Park-n-Ride proves a pleasant surprise
12/16/2004
No facts, please; their mind's made up
12/16/2004
County highway funds must be found
12/9/2004
Fire district plan is notable for its speed
12/9/2004
Library district survey a good start
12/2/2004
Oswego: Preservation in the balance
12/2/2004
Montgomery Allsteel plant comes full circle
12/2/2004
Can Oswego's schools afford to restructure?
11/25/2004
Harvey Rd.-Route 30 improvement overdue
11/25/2004
Something is a lot better than nothing
11/25/2004
Everybody in the pool: Oswego schools
11/18/2004
Naturalist an excellent park district fit
11/18/2004
Your chance to make a real difference
11/18/2004
Henneberry bad for taxpayers, environment
11/11/2004
Kudos to Oswego's finance department
11/11/2004
A treasure gone
11/11/2004
Van Emmon a great demonstration project
11/4/2004
Time to require local project oversight
11/4/2004
Few surprises Tuesday
11/4/2004
Our choices in Tuesday's election
10/28/2004
Growth still this area's "big story"
10/21/2004
IDOT's Route 71 plans deserve a look
10/21/2004
That "September 10" attitude
10/21/2004
PrairieFest shouldn't grow too much too fast
10/14/2004
Washington St. traffic gets overdue attention
10/14/2004
Oswego should take stand on wider Rt. 30
10/14/2004
County development floodgates have opened
10/7/2004
Park district lease a temporary solution
10/7/2004
Schools' deficit budget a referendum harbinger
10/7/2004
County must move to save natural areas
9/30/2004
Traffic signals needed at Grove and Plainfield
9/30/2004
Cross planning E911 funds rescue
9/30/2004
Free entertainment for your fundraiser?
9/23/2004
Another year, another enrollment record
9/23/2004
Security vs. freedom a fine line to walk
9/23/2004
The moral? Never trust Springfield
9/16/2004
Why not tap a little local art talent?
9/16/2004
Capt. Bennett defined community policing
9/16/2004
Oswego should step up to Fox Chase plate
9/9/2004
Sometimes the best plan is no plan at all
9/9/2004
Iraq: We're knee deep in the Big Muddy
9/9/2004
Oswego East already a winner
9/2/2004
Montgomery: Ahead of the curve
9/2/2004
Educational absurdity and the law of the land
9/2/2004
School's starting; drive more carefully
8/26/2004
Hooters? In Oswego? Time will tell
8/26/2004
Kendall web site deserves some applause
8/26/2004
A county planning disaster in the making
8/19/2004
IDOT lowballing population estimate?
8/19/2004
Oswego making village hall planning progress
8/19/2004
There's nothing like Montgomery Fest
8/12/2004
Oswego shows local government can work
8/12/2004
Keyes just a bad joke?
8/12/2004
A tough decision on school bus drivers
8/5/2004
Library district on right planning track
8/5/2004
Keck Cemetery deserves our respect
7/29/2004
Vets commission needs a sense of proportion
7/29/2004
9/11 Commission
7/29/2004
At a minimum, signs ought to be truthful
7/22/2004
Amendment expiration best we can hope for
7/22/2004
Give firefighters benefit of this particular doubt
7/22/2004
Montgomery revs its economic engine
7/15/2004
Like Springfield mess? Tell Quinn thanks a lot
7/15/2004
Intelligence agencies aren't solely to blame
7/15/2004
Preserving historic Montgomery's center
7/8/2004
Waubonsie restoration project a good first step
7/8/2004
Oswego infrastructure project a net plus
7/8/2004
Celebrate our liberty on the Fourth of July
7/1/2004
Montgomery panel off to a good start
7/1/2004
Freedom requires lots of vigilance these days
7/1/2004
Washington-Main traffic signals needed
6/24/2004
Slade Cutter deserves Navy promotion
6/24/2004
Bush Administration credibility gap?
6/24/2004
Welcome to PrairieFest 2004
6/17/2004
Move carefully with busing privatization
6/17/2004
Make Douglas Road plans thorough, fair
6/17/2004
Special Rec. is good news for residents
6/10/2004
Keep an eye on Douglas widening
6/10/2004
They provided the war...
6/10/2004
Making sense of government often hard
6/3/2004
Illinois property tax system an unfair mess
6/3/2004
They've put the "fun" back in dysfunctional
6/3/2004
Our Memorial Day: A small town experience
5/27/2004
Kendall County's myopic flood planning
5/27/2004
The beginning of the end of an era
5/27/2004
Finding more Kendall County road money
5/22/2004
The new Fox Valley melting pot?
5/22/2004
Make your Douglas Road comments June 3
5/22/2004
Kendall Blackberry Creek study needed
5/13/2004
Prom, graduation require taking care
5/13/2004
Positive step towards a new village hall
5/13/2004
Park district naturalist position overdue
5/6/2004
New administrator another sign of growth
5/6/2004
In the midst of an Iraqi occupation melt-down?
5/6/2004
Our Douglas Road improvement ideas
4/29/2004
Riverfront purchases good use of tax dollars
4/29/2004
Say no to arming kids
4/29/2004
We're the fastest growing Illinois county
4/22/2004
Montgomery historical group's time has come
4/22/2004
Don't feed the geese
4/22/2004
Large unincorporated subdivisions a bad idea
4/15/2004
Board departures a new fact of life?
4/15/2004
Conservative financial course can be difficult
4/15/2004
Civic organizations create tangible benefits
4/8/2004
Bush needs Cheney more than we thought
4/8/2004
Signals a matter of public safety
4/1/2004
Oswego schools handle enrollment options well
4/1/2004
Big casino (trouble)
4/1/2004
Sleighs used for much more than 'dancing through the snow'
2/2/2012
Historic news reports show serious crimes are not new here
1/26/2012
Post Office Act of 1792 had major impact on settlement here
1/19/2012
President, Chief Justice Taft knew how to live large
1/12/2012
Life definitely more complicated today, but also more comfortable
1/5/2012
Lorenzo Rank: The best friend this journalist never met
12/29/2011
Memories of holiday dinners are still sharp as ever
12/22/2011
Have 'A Holly Jolly Christmas' and enjoy your junk mail
12/15/2011
Prohibition spawned widespread bootlegging here
12/8/2011
Briefly banning alcohol proved very costly for Oswego in 1891
12/1/2011
Native Americans helped assure the Pilgrims' survival
11/24/2011
Robert Frost's 'road less traveled' led to four Pulitzer Prizes
11/17/2011
How a determined Oswego school boy became a Civil War hero
11/10/2011
Business travel was a whole different trip for early entrepreneurs
11/3/2011
Popular lore: It was a newspaper that changed the spelling of Cleveland
10/31/2011
So why would anyone want to leave Prince Edward Island?
10/20/2011
Apples proved almost indispensable to early Midwest settlers
10/13/2011
Rand McNally had role in establishing Route 25, other area highways
10/6/2011
A local soldier's story: 'I will go to return victorious or a corpse'
9/29/2011
Columnist has a new appreciation for Japan's 'Respect for the Aged Day'
9/22/2011
Plowing matches once attracted thousands to farms east of Oswego
9/15/2011
Small Oswego park a last vestige of one of Kendall's 'lost' towns
9/8/2011
Anti-slavery movement here linked to early Congregational Churches
9/1/2011
Back-to-school time is here, but junk mail knows no season
8/25/2011
Columnist always struck out in lunchroom sandwich trades
8/18/2011
Era of manufactured gas burned brightly, but soon flickered
8/11/2011
Early settlers didn't waste time in transforming what is now Kendall County
8/4/2011
Fox River pearls found by wading, not deep diving
7/28/2011
Life continues to change as technological advances march on
7/21/2011
'Silent Cal' Coolidge was actually quite the White House prankster
7/14/2011
It took the Supreme Court to sort out this centuries-old fishing dispute
7/7/2011
Cutters brothers' remarkable journey finally ended here
6/30/2011
1936 truly a remarkable year here, despite the Depression
6/23/2011
Matile fishing policy: Catch no fish bigger than yourself
6/16/2011
Hot weather, wetlands proved daunting to Kendall's first surveyors
6/9/2011
Fox River: Great for recreation, not so much for commerce
6/2/2011
Rebel attack on Fort Sumter sparked immediate response in Oswego
5/26/2011
Junk mail reveals awful truth about Lauren Bacall, Andy Williams
5/19/2011
When the Fox River was 'a dirty, evil smelling waterway'
5/12/2011
Indian Removal Act hastened departure of local Native Americans
5/5/2011
Here's why there are 39 different ways to spell 'Waubonsee'
4/28/2011
Before Air Force One there was the Ferdinand Magellan
4/21/2011
The South started Civil War to defend investment in slavery
4/14/2011
Settler's story: An average person during an extraordinary era
4/7/2011
Pioneer's letters described this 'most beautiful country'
3/31/2011
After first flight to Paris, Lindbergh didn't take any chances
3/24/2011
Voters here said 'Yes' to fire services amidst the Great Depression
3/17/2011
Desire for consumer goods overcame Native American culture
3/10/2011
Like today's truck drivers, voyageurs thrived on hauling
3/3/2011
Duryea Brothers mostly forgotten, but their legacy drives on
2/24/2011
Travel distances a factor in creation of Kendall County
2/17/2011
Lincoln's legal career included three cases with Kendall ties
2/10/2011
One slave's incredible life: From Kentucky to Farnsworth Avenue
2/3/2011
Sledding and the need for speed was what winter was about
1/27/2011
Build Stonehenge today? You're going to need a building permit
1/20/2011
Fox River ice a big business here for a short time
1/13/2011
New railroad line helped create a new industry here in the 1870s
1/6/2011
A different world: Growing up on a local farm in the 1950s
12/30/2010
Junk mail helps relieve that last minute shopping angst
12/23/2010
Family interviews show how Christmas traditions changed
12/16/2010
California Gold Rush was worth the trip for some Kendall residents
12/9/2010
Many from Kendall County caught California's gold rush fever
12/2/2010
Is this really Thanksgiving or just pre-Christmas?
11/25/2010
Kendall County an ethnic melting pot from its earliest years
11/18/2010
Three from Kendall lost their lives in 'war to end all wars'
11/11/2010
1873: The year Kendall County farmers flexed their political muscle
11/4/2010
Edouard-Leon Scott de Martinville finally gets his due
10/28/2010
Wishing 'happy trails' to Roy, Dale, and even Trigger and Bullet
10/21/2010
Napoleon's army, columnist both travel on their stomachs
10/14/2010
No need to travel far to enjoy all of nature's fall glory
10/7/2010
Only problem with early Illinois history is on the part of its residents
9/30/2010
Junk mail reveals the truth about our presidents' log cabin claims
9/23/2010
Here's how early Kendall County settlers laid claim to land
9/16/2010
What's the deal with us trying to educate everyone in the country?
9/9/2010
Decades and centuries pass, but we're still 'screaming' for ice cream
9/2/2010
Junk mail continues to provide answers to those unasked questions
8/26/2010
History has lots of financial lessons but, tragically, few seem interested
8/19/2010
When "small grains" were big in Kendall County
8/12/2010
Fox River Valley rich in easy-to-reach local history museums
8/5/2010
Reveling in the Dog Days of summer and in the junk mail
7/29/2010
Oswego Drag Strip Days brings back fond memories of hot rod era
7/22/2010
Putting Kendall County's 'healthiest' status in historic perspective
7/15/2010
Visitor from the past wouldn't recognize Kendall County farms today
7/8/2010
Like small schools? You'll find plenty in Montana and Nebraska
7/1/2010
Looking for some historical driving kicks? Just try old Route 6
6/24/2010
Early how-to book lured many Brits and Scots to Illinois
6/17/2010
Kendall, Kane and Will: Where those county names came from
6/10/2010
Scapegoats, sermons and more: The junk mail continues to flow
6/3/2010
A few have survived not one, but two historic events
5/27/2010
Spring means it's planting time once again on Illinois prairie
5/20/2010
Madisons, DuPonts understood the value of historic preservation
5/13/2010
A few more reasons why it's important to open your junk mail
5/6/2010
Destitute here looked to local government first during Great Depression
4/29/2010
A true Kendall County renaissance man: John Dean Caton
4/22/2010
Local opposition kept the railroad out of downtown Oswego, for a time
4/15/2010
Like most other public school systems around the state, the Oswego School District has done some major cost cutting over the past several weeks in an effort shore-up an anticipated $12.6 million budge
4/8/2010
Why Kendall's first concrete road bypassed downtown Oswego, Yorkville
4/1/2010
It took a new fee, government cooperation to build first hard roads
3/25/2010
By land and water: Riverboats had role in stagecoach era
3/18/2010
Don't ask a young American to find Afghanistan on a map
3/11/2010
Frances E. Lane: Kendall County's unlikely women's rights warrior
3/4/2010
'Madness?' Erie Canal proponents proved Thomas Jefferson wrong
2/25/2010
Early history of Kendall County has proven an invaluable research tool
2/18/2010
Don't like those sappy Valentine's Day cards? Blame this Frenchman
2/11/2010
Gangster may have told agents of Three-Fingered Jack's grave here
2/4/2010
Put a tiger in your tank? Lots of recent history in old ad campaigns
1/28/2010
1900: The year that set the 20th Century's stage
1/21/2010
It's so easy to twist, even a caveman can do it!
1/14/2010
Settling Wheatland's treeless prairie lands
1/7/2010
Grandma hoisting a pig's head in the backyard: What's up with that?
12/31/2009
Life was indeed a "winter wonderland" on Wheatland area farm
12/24/2009
Only a few days until Christmas; time to warm up with junk mail
12/17/2009
So which disaster do we start preparing for?
12/10/2009
The month of the 'Long Night Moon' is here; are you ready?
12/3/2009
Technology, politics and economics spelled doom for buffalo
11/26/2009
Junk mail can help keep those holiday fires burning brightly
11/19/2009
Kendall County and the "dreadful scourge" of 1918
11/12/2009
Kendall County's veterans have given us rich heritage of bravery
Those brave, forever young, men and women - 11/5/2009
Dr. Danforth: The most famous local doctor you never heard of
10/29/2009
If there was no junk mail, someone would certainly invent it
10/22/2009
Better vehicles, paved roads spelled doom for trolley service
10/15/2009
Why homemade potato salad-even Southern style-is important
10/8/2009
Old Life magazine shows how today's problems aren't really new
10/1/2009
Ben Franklin: Not only a Founding Father, but also a cartoonist
9/24/2009
Easy Fox River crossing points proved key to siting area towns
9/17/2009
So where did all that pine wood come from? Northern Wisconsin
9/10/2009
Nature, man combined to destroy ancient North American cultures
9/3/2009
Geese are messy, but they don't mess around on their mates
8/27/2009
Just how big is Kendall County? It depends upon the survey
8/20/2009
Wetland restoration a labor of love for three Oswego retirees
8/13/2009
When it comes to watering it's best to remember Franklin's advice
8/6/2009
Threshing season meant hard work in the kitchen for farmers' wives
7/30/2009
Want to know how old that horse is? Just count the teeth
7/23/2009
Historic downstate fort remains a fine link to Illinois' colonial past
7/16/2009
Chicago TV news report proves there is history south of 75th Street
7/9/2009
Almost time to celebrate Independence Day; where's the anvil?
7/2/2009
Not even postage rate hikes seems to slow the flow of junk mail
6/25/2009
The story behind one of Oswego's landmark homes
6/18/2009
Those old photos are deceiving; early settlers knew how to have fun
6/11/2009
Why the arrival of the auto was good for public health
6/4/2009
Peter Specie: So important to Kendall County, but so little known
5/28/2009
Today's question: Have you had your four pounds of food?
5/21/2009
High, inside fastball on an Oswego playground provided a life lesson
5/14/2009
Jesuit missionaries found Illinois' mosquitoes a 'cruel persecution'
5/7/2009
Times are indeed tough, but not yet as tough as the 1930s
4/30/2009
Stats show weekly papers increased in number and readership
4/23/2009
Expansive prairies and timber along the Fox attracted our earliest pioneers
4/16/2009
Epic 1826 canoe voyage created an enduring Illinois legend
4/9/2009
Wanderlust a trait common among early Kendall County settlers
4/2/2009
Golfing in Australia? Watch out for those 22 pound toadstools
3/26/2009
Methodist Missionaries found it difficult to win converts among Indians
3/19/2009
Fox River Trail extends through heart of what was Oswego's ice industry
3/12/2009
African-Americans can trace their roots here back to county's founding
3/5/2009
Even an old newspaper guy can learn a thing or two from his junk mail
2/26/2009
How Native Americans survived the month of the Full Hunger Moon
2/19/2009
Letter offers first-hand account of a volunteer's Civil War experience
2/12/2009
Settlers' survival was at stake here during brutal winter of 1830-31
2/5/2009
Hanging around the railroad tracks paid off for at least one lad
1/29/2009
As long as the trolleys ran, park was the place for entertainment
1/22/2009
In mid-19th century Kendall County, wagon makers were at the hub of business
1/15/2009
Farming then and now followed the rhythm of the seasons
1/8/2009
A new year dawns and yet another chance to eliminate sloth
1/1/2009
Celebrating and giving gifts at Christmas? Pilgrims would be aghast
12/25/2008
Back when cookie sheets and oranges meant it was Christmastime
12/18/2008
Four Supreme Court decisions that every American should know
12/11/2008
Time continues to fly, but the junk mail just keeps on coming
12/4/2008
One century later, this columnist's old house still going strong
11/27/2008
Millwrights provided the essentials for Kendall's earliest settlers
11/20/2008
Well, that was some election, wasn't it?
11/13/2008
What's Klingon for 'be fruitful and multiply'?
11/6/2008
Just in time for Halloween: A tale of a 'real' ghost walk
10/30/2008
What New Salem tells us about local history
10/23/2008
Corn is America's man-made miracle grain
10/16/2008
Chicago Chipmunks, maybe, but Bears never!
10/9/2008
A chance to connect with our rich pioneer past
10/2/2008
There was plenty of adventure in a small town
9/25/2008
How Kendall County places got their names
9/18/2008
Is it time to fill Illinois' state beverage gap?
9/11/2008
Operating a threshing machine was no job for greenhorns
9/4/2008
Major milestone reached; journey continues
8/28/2008
Going from here to there? Not so fast!
8/21/2008
Clean cats and lady dentists: It's junk mail time
8/14/2008
How local bison remains helped revise history
8/7/2008
Getting the story of bison in Illinois right
7/31/2008
The gold rush as entertainment in Kendall County
7/24/2008
Get the vacuum out; the cosmic dust's building up
7/17/2008
Tripping out in Illinois is an old tradition
7/10/2008
Illinois' debt of gratitude to George Rogers Clark
7/3/2008
Kendall County's overlooked pioneer women
6/26/2008
Measure those hornet nests for snow prediction
6/19/2008
Back to building our public buildings to last
6/12/2008
Kendall's mobile 19th Century county seat
6/5/2008
Yaks and darcys and drinks-it's junk mail time
5/29/2008
Piece of nation's military history rests in Plano
5/22/2008
Same old school problems after 170 years
5/15/2008
Settling a rhubarb- and rhubarb-free zone
5/8/2008
Pioneer mills fueled early economic growth
5/1/2008
Run for your lives! The pond scum's moving!
4/24/2008
Oswego's Little White School a preservation win
4/17/2008
Panics of 1837, 2008 have much in common
4/10/2008
American Indians were good fort builders, too
4/7/2008
Big news: Norwegians found Irish city
3/27/2008
Fox River's name another historical mystery
3/20/2008
Old-time technology was complicated, too
3/13/2008
Women made their own way on Illinois frontier
3/6/2008
How Plato put the lawyers on a time clock
2/28/2008
The worst shot Samuel de Champlain ever took
2/21/2008
This week's bout: Raleigh man vs. Watkins man
2/14/2008
Reflections...
Old dog still trying to jump on the engine - 2/7/2008
Hobs and Jills and Janus: It's January!
1/31/2008
When sledding was good in the Fox Valley
1/24/2008
When you could ice skate on the Fox River
1/17/2008
Robinson B. Murphy's Civil War heroism
1/10/2008
Water, air, and a little coal makes...nylon!
1/3/2008
The once and future American melting pot
12/27/2007
Grandpa's Christmas spirit will always live on
12/20/2007
From pistols to corsets to houses: Sears had it all
12/13/2007
It's December; are we having fun yet?
12/6/2007
Hunting a part of the Fox Valley's heritage
11/29/2007
Holidays a season custom-made for kids
11/22/2007
Fur trade once enlivened, enriched the Midwest
11/15/2007
Clark Gabel: Famed lumber jack and factory worker
11/8/2007
Timber at a premium during settlement era
11/1/2007
Building that little house on the Illinois prairie
10/25/2007
Limestone helped build the Fox Valley
10/18/2007
Dealing with the French on autumn's cusp
10/11/2007
Corn harvest a Fox Valley autumn tradition
10/4/2007
No ticket to ride needed for these scenic drives
9/27/2007
Barns are reminders of rich farming history
9/20/2007
French fries? Freedom fries? Jeffferson fries!
9/13/2007
Back to school: An autumn tradition since 1834
9/6/2007
Historic preservation the ultimate in recycling
8/30/2007
Public education has long history in Illinois
8/23/2007
Just hanging out 25 feet above the ground
8/16/2007
Ophidiophobia, nyctophobia and Jumbo the Elephant
8/9/2007
When threshing machines were harvest kings
8/2/2007
A short history of reaping and harvesting
7/26/2007
Recalling 1950s summer travel adventures
7/19/2007
Going to the barber shop for an appendectomy
7/12/2007
The evolution of Fox River dam theory
7/5/2007
Native Americans and the Fox Valley’s landscape
6/28/2007
Allow three square feet for every chicken
6/21/2007
U.S Army, cholera mark end of Black Hawk War
6/14/2007
War on the Prairie: Settlers flee to Walker's Grove
6/7/2007
The Black Hawk War: Massacre at Indian Creek
5/31/2007
Maj. Stillman’s run: advancing to the rear
5/24/2007
War clouds gather on Illinois’ horizon in 1832
5/17/2007
U.S. troops begin pursuit of Black Hawk’s band
5/10/2007
The Black Hawk War began 175 years ago
5/3/2007
The Chief is gone; but he was the wrong chief
4/26/2007
Production boom leads to transportation crisis
4/19/2007
The founding family of Oswego, Montgomery
4/12/2007
Don’t worry. It’s all according to Hoyle
4/5/2007
A happy Septaquintaquinquecentennial?
3/29/2007
Kendall County in 1843: Murder most foul
3/22/2007
You take the high road; I’ll meander, thanks
3/15/2007
Clay tablet maps make for some hard folding
3/8/2007
Hoodwinked by plank road technology
3/1/2007
Oswegos and Yorkvilles and Newarks, oh my
2/22/2007
The total eclipse of the Full Hunger Moon
2/15/2007
The day Roosevelt sank beneath the waves
2/8/2007
Gustav, Abe Lincoln and the Green Bay Packers
2/1/2007
The day Lincoln left his fingerprints behind
1/25/2007
Those cool beans—soybeans, that is
1/18/2007
Goldfish win the battle of the chromosomes
1/11/2007
Who went from the outhouse to outer space?
1/4/2007
The day the county courthouse was mobbed
12/28/2006
Christmas news flash: Romans invented fruitcakes
12/21/2006
Did Illinois almost become a slave state?
12/14/2006
Traveling from Massachusetts to Illinois in 1822
12/7/2006
Who could we get to carve the Sacred Sucker?
11/30/2006
Pilgrims, Squanto and Thanksgiving Day
11/23/2006
Every Illinois county name has a story to tell
11/16/2006
Those marvelous Ojibwa birch bark canoes
11/9/2006
Speeding through Illinois' traffic, road history
11/2/2006
So was Sherlock Holmes really beetle-browed?
10/26/2006
Finding a square meal on the Illinois frontier
10/19/2006
Visit with some local "ghosts" next Thursday
10/12/2006
Lake Michigan is part of both past and present
10/5/2006
Toothache's much better; no mouse, please
9/28/2006
When Henry Ford built the Model T of farm tractors
9/21/2006
Kendall County's valuable liquid assets
9/14/2006
Drinking with the ants as autum arrives
9/7/2006
After 250 years, some things stay the same
8/31/2006
Gasoline was high; so were the Rocky Mountains
8/24/2006
Beating the heat an age-old local pursuit
8/17/2006
On the trail of the monkey with 36 teeth
8/10/2006
Getting snookered by a catalpa tree salesman
8/3/2006
Grain elevators are artifacts of time gone by
7/27/2006
Scots settlers brought scientific farming methods
7/20/2006
Destructive floods a fact of Fox Valley life
7/13/2006
Nailing the Iraq do-it-yourself connection
7/6/2006
The case of the disappearing Oswego mayor
6/29/2006
Was Dr. Conrad Will really worth his salt?
6/22/2006
Smyrna to Oswego: Six weeks on the road
6/15/2006
Standing to reason on a fine June Illinois day
6/8/2006
Kendall's Historic Courthouse has rich history
6/1/2006
When Kendall County troops went to Taylorville
5/25/2006
The day the Illinois militia burned Peoria
5/18/2006
Illinois is warm in the summer; Venus is warmer
5/11/2006
'The Father of patronage
Political power, growth seem to go together - 5/4/2006
The Springs, the Rev. Mr. See, and Daniel Platt
4/27/2006
When they killed a river system in a day
4/20/2006
Going southeasterly from Atlantic to Pacific
4/13/2006
Settling the prairie with a book and a prayer
4/6/2006
When a foreign language wasn't all that foreign
3/30/2006
News flash: Illinois State Dog gap exists
3/23/2006
Two eastern canals made us what we are today
3/16/2006
Port of Chicago another manmade marvel
3/9/2006
The Illinois Midland Railway: The littlest railroad
3/2/2006
Our new secret weapon: The Electric Slide
2/23/2006
Getting through February always an adventure
2/16/2006
It was a busy first half of the 17th Century
2/9/2006
The I&M Canal's brief, but important, career
2/2/2006
Shoney's waffle house and other wonders
1/26/2006
Peoria, cross country, the Navy, and stagecoaches
1/19/2006
Furs, smoking, and the Spanish Inquisition
1/12/2006
Kendall County's very own trove of trivia
1/5/2006
Is it a plant, an animal, or a plantanimal?
12/29/2005
Christmas stories: "Things were different then"
12/22/2005
Riding the Bluebird to a day on the town
12/15/2005
How the government stocked the Fox River--with carp
12/8/2005
Flash: Sailor, not Santa, re-enlists at North Pole
12/1/2005
Cisco, Pancho, and an Allis-Chalmers corn picker
11/24/2005
It's (mostly) the transportation routes, stupid
11/17/2005
The electric road that linked Yorkville and Morris
11/10/2005
Newton's tooth worn as a fashion accessory
11/3/2005
A local ghost story for a hazy fall evening
10/27/2005
How the big boys managed to steal our railroad
10/20/2005
When everyone went to school in one room
10/13/2005
It's October; is it okay to veto the diva?
10/6/2005
Trying to keep religion in its place in America
9/29/2005
Apples were once a Kendall County cash crop
9/22/2005
When it was "in" to be down on the farm
9/15/2005
Dog Days long gone; autumn is on the way
9/8/2005
Finding right attire isn't always so easy
9/1/2005
Farmers still find organizing is a good idea
8/25/2005
Carrying on across the Chicago Portage
8/18/2005
Mailbox inventor heads south to Florida
8/11/2005
Building to last the old fashioned way
8/4/2005
The drought's severe-but it's not 1933
7/28/2005
Trying to maintain against the historical flow
7/21/2005
Maramech Hill one of our local historical gems
7/14/2005
Remember: Three square feet for every chicken
7/7/2005
Times have changed but worries are the same
6/30/2005
New forest preserve a piece of real history
6/23/2005
Two women's stories of pioneer Illinois
6/16/2005
Norman had a great round of golf in 1964
6/9/2005
Progress changing farmers and farming
6/2/2005
History is on the map thanks to early boundaries
5/26/2005
What really powered the early settlers
5/19/2005
This Clinton not as well known as he should be
5/12/2005
Fox Valley's pioneer mills gone, but not forgotten
5/5/2005
Studying Monet in school? Thank the lottery
4/28/2005
Hardy voyageurs helped lead the way west
4/21/2005
Was Lincoln really our first gay President?
4/14/2005
Were Pa, Adam, Hoss, and Little Joe from Illinois?
4/7/2005
"Pledge of Allegiance" a socialist rant?
3/31/2005
Winters vs. Frink: Stagecoach showdown
3/24/2005
To the survivors go the historical spoils
3/17/2005
Late winter a time for valley reflections
3/10/2005
Look fast with a seeing-eye greyhound
3/3/2005
Native American technology paved our way
2/24/2005
Fox Valley pioneers used technology, too
2/17/2005
Illinois also had its problems with slavery
2/10/2005
Jackson vs. Polk: Old vs. Young Hickory
2/3/2005
The post offices that are no longer there
1/27/2005
Change in a different time, different world
1/20/2005
Building technology benefited big and small alike
1/13/2005
How reindeer make dough, not sleighs, rise
1/6/2005
Looking at history, lock, stock and barrel
12/30/2004
Fox Valley Christmas memories of years past
12/23/2004
Hey, where was that chief from, anyway?
12/16/2004
That great bridge building material in the fridge
12/9/2004
Another link to local past disappearing
12/2/2004
So, what day is Thanksgiving again?
11/25/2004
French colonies were really business ventures
11/18/2004
Roast or steak? You need a ruler to tell
11/11/2004
Has a famed Great Lakes mystery been solved?
11/4/2004
The year the Three Fires moved to the Fox Valley
10/28/2004
Plenty of great autumn colors right here
10/21/2004
Names-and times-change for better and worse
10/14/2004
Tom Edison: The world's first recording star
10/7/2004
Trade in furs changed Illinois' cultural landscape
9/30/2004
Dark and bloody 17th Century fur trade wars
9/23/2004
LaSalle, Tonti, the Iroquois and the eventful 1680s
9/16/2004
Smoking, Redhorse, and giant rock disaster
9/9/2004
Another summer fast drawing to a close
9/2/2004
When it was threshing time on the prairie
8/26/2004
It's okay to exchange Duerr for Black Hawk
8/19/2004
When it was summer and the livin' was easy
8/12/2004
Hearst's mammoth home really was his castle
8/5/2004
Fred, David, Robert, and George were first
7/29/2004
Those stubborn, smart, sure-footed mules
7/22/2004
County got its start courtesy of Panic of '37
7/15/2004
July 2004: An Illinois diamond in the rough
7/8/2004
The cure's often worse than the hiccups
7/1/2004
At minimum, history texts ought to be accurate
6/24/2004
Aurora to workers: Take a bath or go to jail
6/17/2004
Mustard sauce exists, sardines don't-honest
6/10/2004
When we listened to the city rooster crow
6/3/2004
Kendall soldiers have served well, often
5/27/2004
California-land of Monterey Jack, mustaches
5/22/2004
Lewis & Clark started their trip in Illinois
5/13/2004
Barns are disappearing from the rural landscape
5/6/2004
How George Washington started the First World War
4/29/2004
Coal fired Illinois' early commercial growth
4/22/2004
Hold your nose and strew the bridewort
4/15/2004
The natives who came from somewhere else
4/8/2004
Hey Butch, who are those guys, anyway?
4/1/2004
Tuesday stunner
Oswego girls' basketball team knocks off undefeated Oswego East - 2/2/2012
On guard
Oswego's Simelton scores 17 points against Oswego East before halftime as Panthers cruise to SPC win - 2/2/2012
Champions!
Oswego gymnastics team wins first regional title since 2006 - 2/2/2012
Three area wrestlers win conference titles
Schultz and Flores clinch championships as Oswego places third, Oswego East takes fourth as Prinz wins weight class - 2/2/2012
Minooka bests District 308 teams at Echo Lanes
Oswego girls' bowling team places second, Oswego East 39 pins behind - 2/2/2012
A fighting chance
Oswego East wrestlers look to be in mix for top finish at SPC Meet - 1/26/2012
Passive aggressive
Oswego boys' basketball team can't build on win streak - 1/26/2012
Left out of the big show
Oswego boys bowling team places sixth at Minooka Sectional, Oswego East eighth - 1/26/2012
Final preparations
Third-place finish at OP-RF Invite primes Oswego wrestling team for SPC Meet - 1/26/2012
Continued success
Swim team still undefeated in conference - 1/26/2012
Panthers celebrate fourth bowling title
Preston wins third conference championship, three Wolves named All-SPC - 1/19/2012
Getting the job done
Oswego East girls' basketball team undefeated midway through SPC season - 1/19/2012
Learning curve
Oswego boys basketball team takes loss to Benet in stride - 1/19/2012
Lack of focus leads to another loss
Oswego East boys' basketball team loses third straight - 1/19/2012
Oswego wins Fenton's Fred Green Classic
Wagner finishes in first-place tie - 1/19/2012
OHS alum earns place on Team USA roster
Johnson places third at Las Vegas tournament - 1/19/2012
A good day
Oswego East wrestling team takes third at Geneva Invite - 1/12/2012
Shooting big at Parkside
Oswego boys bowling team defeats Oswego East - 1/12/2012
District 308 teams find ways to succeed
Oswego girls bowling team tops Oswego East in dual meet, Wolves win Matt Clark Invite - 1/12/2012
Taking control after halftime
West scores 10 of game-high 21 points in critical third quarter - 1/12/2012
Wolves get the best of Wildcats - again
Campbell scores 19 points as Oswego East girls' team remains undefeated in SPC play - 1/12/2012
Fourth quarter downfall
Peoria Central wears down Oswego East in title game - 1/5/2012
Successful getaway
Oswego boys' basketball team finishes 2-2 at State Farm Classic - 1/5/2012
Champions!
Swim team conquers Aqua Pentathlon - 1/5/2012
More than just a win on the scoreboard
Oswego East girls' basketball team takes fifth at Holiday Classic - 1/5/2012
Continuing the work in progress
Oswego wrestling team 10th at Berman Classic - 1/5/2012
A defensive victory
Oswego East boys' basketball team overcomes 23 turnovers to defeat TF-North - 12/29/2011
Wolves earn a homecoming victory
Oswego East girls' basketball team wins tournament opener against Addison Trail - 12/29/2011
Satisfying performance
Gymnastics team places third at Oswego Invite - 12/29/2011
Another learning experience
Neuqua Valley defeats Oswego in Holiday Classic championship - 12/22/2011
Bench play leads Wolves to first SPC win
Non-starters combine to score 43 points for Oswego East boys' basketball team - 12/22/2011
Becoming Illinois' Best
Gymanstics team wins invite for first time since 2006 - 12/22/2011
Finding its spark
Mangers hits two 3-point baskets in second quarter as Oswego rallies at Plainfield Central - 12/22/2011
Short-handed Wolves still place fifth
Six Oswego East wrestlers medal at Lake Park Invite - 12/22/2011
Making the right moves
Oswego's Simelton scores game-high 20 points as Panthers defeat Wolves - 12/15/2011
New chapters begin
Cooney tabbed to lead Oswego football tteam, LeBlanc leaves Curie for Oswego East - 12/15/2011
Wolves get defensive against Panthers
Blair scores game-high 20 points to keep Oswego East undefeated in SPC - 12/15/2011
Top eight finishes at premier tournament
Oswego girls' bowling team places third at Strikefest, Wolves eighth - 12/15/2011
A dominating performance
Gymnastics team posts 141.90 to defeat Glenbard South - 12/15/2011
Taking a stand
Strong second-half defense leads Oswego East girls basketball team to win - 12/8/2011
Freshmen rise to challenge
Sinnott, Wilder combine for 28 points for Oswego girls' basketball victory - 12/8/2011
The one, two punch
Oswego boys bowling team wins Oswego East Invite, Wolves second - 12/8/2011
A disappointing opener
Oswego East boys' basketball team can't overcome third-quarter woes - 12/8/2011
Runner-up, again
Six Oswego East wrestlers reach tourney finals, but Wolves take second at invite - 12/8/2011
Unsung hero
Battle scores career-best 28 points as Oswego East defeats Geneva in fifth-place game - 12/1/2011
Selfish play leads Panthers to finish fourth
Schnable looks to be more 'team-oriented' in SPC opener - 12/1/2011
Poised for a breakout year
Oswego East wrestling team looks to top last year's first winning season - 12/1/2011
Strong junior class to lead young Oswego squad
Four grapplers place at Barrington Invite as wrestling season gets underway - 12/1/2011
Optimism runs high for gymnastics squad
Price returns after last season's state performance, new faces add depth - 12/1/2011
Resilient in first victory
Oswego boys' basketball team forces 22 turnovers in season-opening win over Geneva - 11/24/2011
Achieving All-State
Oswego medley relay places 11th at state - 11/24/2011
Upholding tradition
Oswego East boys' basketball team works to produce sixth consecutive winning season - 11/24/2011
Another year older
Experienced junior class takes the court for Oswego boys' basketball team - 11/24/2011
Setting the tone
Oswego co-op swim team sends six athletes to state - 11/17/2011
Waiting to get healthy
Injury bug bites Oswego girls' basketball team in offseason - 11/17/2011
New coach, same goals
Oswego East's Carretto looks to four-year veteran Blair to guide Wolves - 11/17/2011
An honorable finish
Michalek captures second at state, Hjorth receives first All-State honor - 11/10/2011
Green resigns
Oswego East's only head football coach steps down after seven seasons - 11/10/2011
Flyers apply pressure
Oswego football team limited to 159 yards in second-round playoff loss - 11/10/2011
The ultimate experience
Oswego's Beck makes state debut at Detweiller Park - 11/10/2011
A balanced attack
Oswego football team tips scales in the second quarter with three TDs - 11/3/2011
Wild week ends in celebration
Oswego girls' volleyball team wins regional championship - 11/3/2011
From Dellwood to Detweiller
Michalek wins third straight weekend, Oswego's Hjorth and Beck also qualify for state - 11/3/2011
Eight championships lead to another title
Oswego co-op swim team wins third straight Independent Conference Meet - 11/3/2011
Redwings end Panthers' year
Lorenz credits seniors for Oswego's sectional volleyball berth - 11/3/2011
SPC champs!
Oswego football team defeats Minooka in Keely's final regular season home game - 10/27/2011
Lady Panthers stun Redhawks
Oswego girls' volleyball team advances to regional final - 10/27/2011
Wolves fall short against Porters
Oswego East girls' volleyball team drops regional semifinal game - 10/27/2011
A strong effort
One goal difference ends Oswego East's soccer season - 10/27/2011
A big moment for area runners
Oswego East boys qualify for first sectional and Michalek wins girls' race, Oswego teams both advance to Dellwood Park - 10/27/2011
The main event
Oswego's win over Plainfield Central sets up SPC title fight with Minooka - 10/20/2011
Ready to roll
Oswego East's win over Plainfield North creates big Senior Night matchup - 10/20/2011
Offensive struggles continue
Oswego East still on the hunt for first SPC win after loss to Plainfield North - 10/20/2011
Charging the net
Oswego East's Harlow seeded in state tennis tournament - 10/20/2011
Team effort leads to Senior Night win
Oswego volleyball team remains in second place in SPC standings - 10/20/2011
A new champ in town
After two runner-up finishes, Oswego East girls' tennis takes SPC crown - 10/13/2011
Second half rally not enough
Oswego boys' soccer team falls to Marmion 5-2 - 10/13/2011
Aerial attack
Oswego's West throws six TD passes as Panthers defeat Plainfield South - 10/13/2011
Anderson bound for Bloomington
Oswego senior cards 75 at Joliet Sectional to advance to state - 10/13/2011
Oswego East soccer builds momentum into postseason
Oswego East soccer builds momentum into postseason - 10/13/2011
Never a doubt
Oswego football team posts largest margin of victory to improve to 4-0 in SPC play - 10/6/2011
Panthers rally behind senior leadership
Oswego East girls' volleyball team drops SPC match, but places first at IMSA Invite - 10/6/2011
No answer against Indians
Oswego East football team still winless in SPC play after loss to Minooka - 10/6/2011
Just not enough
District 308 golf teams fall short in regionals, but three individuals advance to sectionals - 10/6/2011
Swimmers remain successful
Co-op team posts wins over Plainfield, DeKalb - 10/6/2011
Repeat champion
Oswego East's Michalek breaks own course record, Oswego enjoys top times at Charger Classic - 9/29/2011
Battling the elements
Oswego East golfers place third at SPC Meet, Oswego finishes sixth - 9/29/2011
Panthers battle back - again
Oswego's West finds Kwiatkowski for go-ahead score with 90 seconds left - 9/29/2011
Eyeing Sectionas
Oswego girls' tennis team to face top competition in final week - 9/29/2011
Wildcats storm back
Oswego East's 13-0 lead evaporates in fourth quarter - 9/29/2011
Victory intercepted
Oswego football team scores 27 unanswered points to thwart Oswego East's early lead - 9/22/2011
Oswego East boys' soccer team responds from sluggish start
Alvarez records hat trick against Spartans, Bruns helps out against Warriors - 9/22/2011
Panthers tie in Pepsi Showdown finals
Wine scores late in second half to tie score against Mundelein - 9/22/2011
Mistakes plague Oswego in conference loss
Strong start faces as girls' volleyball team ends brief win streak - 9/22/2011
Runners get mixed results at Detweiller
Oswego girls finish 18th at Richard Spring Invite while boys settle into 23rd place - 9/22/2011
Cautiously optimistic
Oswego East girls' tennis team defeats defending SPC champion Oswego 5-2 - 9/15/2011
Fifth man comes through
Britton's 45 gives Oswego win over Oswego East - 9/15/2011
Looking for a win streak
Oswego's West throws two TD passes against Romeoville in first victory - 9/15/2011
Wolves give up big play to suffer first loss
Plainfield South sets up game-winning touchdown on 64-yard pass play - 9/15/2011
A taste of state
Oswego East cross country team makes debut at Woodruff Invite - 9/15/2011
Overcoming adversity
Injuries hinder both volleyball teams, but Oswego wins SPC opener over Oswego East - 9/8/2011
Cooper outruns Spartans
Defense holds firm as Oswego East football moves to 2-0 - 9/8/2011
Will to win
Oswego East boys' soccer third at Red Devil Cup - 9/8/2011
Starting with a clean slate
Oswego football team takes 0-2 record to Romeoville - 9/8/2011
First win still elusive for Oswego boys' soccer team
Blackhawks' second-half goal good enough in 1-0 win - 9/8/2011
A unique victory
Oswego East' offense gets job done in two quarters over Rich South - 9/1/2011
'Out-played'
Marian uses 29-0 run to spoil Oswego's Senior Night - 9/1/2011
Oswego soccer team catches bad break in SPC opener
Plainfield East takes lead late in first half - 9/1/2011
Playing with the best
Alvarez, Peters score against top-ranked Naperville North - 9/1/2011
Early evaluations made in first tournament
Oswego East girls' volleyball team places eighth at Plainfield North - 9/1/2011
Back to work
Oswego football team ready to move forward - 8/25/2011
A happier ending?
Oswego East football wants to change same old story to become winning team - 8/25/2011
Ready to attack
Four starters return for Oswego East girls' volleyball team - 8/25/2011
Searching for success
Oswego girls' volleyball team working for first winning season since 2003 - 8/25/2011
Starting it out right
Oswego East boys' soccer team dominates Sandwich - 8/25/2011
Title hunt
Wolves return nine starters to the soccer field - 8/18/2011
Panthers on target in August
Anderson turns in top score at Panther Stableford as Oswego places fourth - 8/18/2011
Shooting for the top prize
Veteran Oswego East golfers determined to be contenders for SPC title - 8/18/2011
Detroit ends Oswego's regional run
Cats season comes to an end with 3-2 loss in championship game - 8/11/2011
Trio of new faces to lead Panthers
Athletic department makes changes to fall, spring teams - 8/11/2011
Area parks add safety measures
Local departments must now secure soccer nets - 8/11/2011
Bound for Battle Creek
Cats clinch first title since 2005, set to play in AABC Regional - 8/4/2011
Cats hang on for win
Lose early 5-0 lead against Westmont, but strong pitching efforts clinch victory - 8/4/2011
Fun in the hot, hot sun
Local youth take part in Oswego Warriors football camp - 7/28/2011
Building confidence
Despite trailing 5-0, Cats win in advance of AABC Regional Qualifier - 7/28/2011
Turning up the heat
Oswego musters three hits against St. Charles East in 6-2 loss - 7/21/2011
One last evaluation
Oswego East defeats Aurora Christian in final summer game - 7/21/2011
Cats on target for strong finish
Hold second-place standing in North Division play - 7/21/2011
A thundering victory
Mtazcek comes through with game-winning single, Panthers eye regional opener - 7/14/2011
A place for basketball fans to unite
IBCA Hall of Fame museum should open its doors in 2013 - 7/14/2011
Volovski a future Manhattan Jasper
Returning Oswego team MVP bound for Division I team - 7/14/2011
Wins still elusive in rematch with Foxes
Oswego East baseball team can't shake eight-game losing streak - 7/14/2011
Cats lose early lead in non-conference play
Nicholson tosses three scoreless innings - 7/14/2011
Hairston drops by for a visit
Nationals outfielder talks to area youth while Oswego East baseball volunteers time - 7/7/2011
Year in Review
A look back at the 2010-11 athletic season - 6/30/2011
One of the best ever at Plano
Alex Ramirez excels on mound and in batter's box with Reapers this spring - 6/23/2011
One confident Fox on the diamond
Yorkville center fielder's multitude of skills easy to highlight - 6/23/2011
Pushing through the pain
Plano's Joseph Jones recovers from broken leg to win state title - 6/23/2011
The fab four
Yorkville relay continues proud tradition - 6/23/2011
Pitching leads to a crisp afternoon
Pitching leads to a crisp afternoon - 6/23/2011
Wolves split summer opener with Cougars
Baseball team set for 25-game schedule through mid-July - 6/16/2011
Strive for consistency not found
Oswego East baseball team goes through tough spring while Burton named All-SPC - 6/16/2011
An average season
Oswego baseball team finishes near .500 while Allegretti, Hugunin lead offensive catetories - 6/16/2011
Winning ways in April lead to winning record
Schlaker earns All-Sectional honors while two other Wolves garner All-SPC honors - 6/16/2011
Wolves staying steady
Oswego East softball team can't break through regional slump, but finishes third in SPC - 6/16/2011
Olympic dreams
Rembold to fight for spot on Team USA - 6/9/2011
Battling back
Strong pitching from Gay helps Oswego Cats post home win - 6/9/2011
Large field descends upon Oswego East
Annual shootout expands to 36 teams this year - 6/9/2011
Quite the finish
Struggling at midway point, Oswego girls' soccer team ends regular season with eight straight wins - 6/9/2011
Not the emotion they wanted
Oswego East softball team ends season in regional semifinals - 6/2/2011
Pitcher's duel favors Mustangs
First inning home run only blemish for Oswego East in regional semifinal loss - 6/2/2011
Going a few rounds
McWethy, Koesler reach fourth round consolation finals at state tennis tournament - 6/2/2011
Wealth of experience
OHS' Kingsbury makes debut in Charleston - 6/2/2011
The will to win
Michalek first to reach finish line in 3,200, two Oswego athletes earn All-State honors - 5/26/2011
Egan helps Wolves move on to regional semifinals
Solo home run puts Oswego East ahead, Downers Grove South on deck - 5/26/2011
Keeping with tradition
Oswego doubles team places third to advance to state finals, Wolves end season at sectionals - 5/26/2011
Warriors escape in bottom of seventh
Brainerd, Daley come through at the plate to tie game late - 5/26/2011
Five-run rally falls short in regional opener
Metea Valley pounds out 17 hits to advance in postseason - 5/26/2011
Tone it down a notch
Fans should ease animosity when District 308 high schools meet - 5/26/2011
Tradition continues
Oswego boys' tennis team claims fourth straight SPC title - 5/19/2011
Two sectional champions, three state qualifiers
OHS' Vann wins pole vault, hurdle event while OEHS' Michalek wins two-mile race - 5/19/2011
Young Wolves no match for talented Mustangs
Season ends after second-half scoring frenzy in regional semifinal loss - 5/19/2011
Win streak continues into postseason
Win streak continues into postseason - 5/19/2011
Three athletes rise to challenge
Three athletes rise to challenge - 5/19/2011
Late clearance, early goal add up to Panther win
Tram's tally holds up for Oswego as Wolves' two-game winning streak ends - 5/12/2011
Duo headed downstate
Vergonet, Zaki will represent Oswego in singles play - 5/12/2011
A marked improvement
Oswego East boys' track team shifts focus to conference - 5/12/2011
Smart at-bats lead Oswego baseball team to extra-inning win
Gerber walks with bases loaded for the lead - 5/12/2011
Ready to tangle with the Lions
Wolves receive 11th seed, start regional play at West Aurora - 5/12/2011
In the fast lane
Oswego boys' track team wins all four relays at Oswego Invite - 5/5/2011
Different team, same result
Inconsistent hitting leads to fourth straight loss for Oswego baseball - 5/5/2011
Putting on a few extra pounds
Biggest changes in 23 years to arrive on the wrestling mat - 5/5/2011
Allies for an evening
Oswego East boys' volleyball team hosts Oswego in Volley for the Troops - 5/5/2011
Leaving quite the legacy
Oswego native Kristina Frahm captains Maryland Eastern Shore - 5/5/2011
Getting a little help to win
Lee's two second-half goals put Blackhawks away - 4/28/2011
Big guys step up game
Purcell, Miller help Oswego boys' volleyball team to SPC win - 4/28/2011
Indians remain on top
Bats the difference in close loss for Oswego East softball team - 4/28/2011
Working his way back to elite form
Oswego East junior pitcher makes recovery from Tommy Johns surgery - 4/28/2011
A new seat on the bench
Former assistant Carretto to lead Oswego East girls' basketball team - 4/28/2011
Racing the rain
Weather cancels many area invites, but Oswego East girls capture second at track invite - 4/21/2011
Hatcher to become a Spartan
Oswego senior swimmer will continue career at Division I level - 4/21/2011
Key game with Minooka arrives
Oswego East softball team looks to keep pace in SPC race - 4/21/2011
Game delays cause frustrations for Panthers
Six games rained out for Oswego softball team - 4/21/2011
Oswego baseball team wins series over Romeoville
Wodzisz hit gives Panthers another dramatic win in Game 3 - 4/21/2011
Timely hits indeed
Oswego East softball team wins seventh straight against Oswego - 4/14/2011
Doubles play seals rivalry win
Oswego East badminton team steps up after singles are split - 4/14/2011
Close, but not close enough
Oswego East boys' volleyball team falls to Romeoville - 4/14/2011
Brewer, Wolves break out against Spartans
Oswego East girls' soccer team gets badly-needed goals - 4/14/2011
Early struggles
Oswego East baseball team loses series to Romeoville - 4/14/2011
Pulling together
Oswego boys volleyball team holds off Bengals in Game 2 to sweep conference opener - 4/7/2011
With the first game of the night lasting more than 45 minutes, it was hard for the Oswego boys' volleyball team to find any momentum on the court Tuesday night in the Southwest Prairie Conference open
With the first game of the night lasting more than 45 minutes, it was hard for the Oswego boys' volleyball team to find any momentum on the court Tuesday night in the Southwest Prairie Conference opener. Plainfield East struggled with its rotation t - 4/7/2011
Wildcats still have Wolves' number
Nagle hurls shutout, early hit proves difference in Southwest Prairie Conference opener - 4/7/2011
Win streak snapped by SPC defending champs
Plainfield North rocks Oswego 20-3 in conference opener - 4/7/2011
Goals come often in first win
Romeoville no match for aggressive Oswego during conference opener - 4/7/2011
Great Scott
Allegretti stifles Naperville Central bats, helps Oswego baseball to easy win - 3/31/2011
Shaking off the rust
Oswego East boys volleyball win final two games at Plainfield North Invite - 3/31/2011
Dealing with the elements
Oswego East baseball team experiences schedule changes - 3/31/2011
Sophomore duo produces for Wolves
Sophomore duo produces for Wolves - 3/31/2011
Another title hunt
Oswego boys tennis team sets sights on fourth straight SPC trophy - 3/31/2011
Ready for action
Hrovat anchors young Oswego East boys tennis team - 3/31/2011
Feeling confident
Oswego baseball team returns strong pitching staff - 3/24/2011
Looking up
Oswego softball hopes to build off last year's regional playoff run - 3/24/2011
Eimer leaves Wolves
Former West Aurora player returns to coach football team - 3/24/2011
Let the hitting parade start
But key for Wolves lies in how defense fares - 3/24/2011
Not wanting to settle
Wolves have clear goal in front of them - an SPC championship - 3/24/2011
No extra incentives needed
Oswego girls' soccer team eager to kick off new season - 3/17/2011
Taking one on the hip
Season-ending injury for Ross might hinder Oswego East's soccer season - 3/17/2011
Consistency stays the same
Oswego East boys' basketball team falls short in postseason, but still produces winning record - 3/17/2011
Youth doesn't equate to a poor year
Three Oswego boys' basketball players earn All-Conference accolades - 3/17/2011
Dealing with adversity
Oswego girls' basketball team hindered by injuries - 3/17/2011
A quick postseason exit
Simelton's late scoring burst not enough for Oswego East boys basketball team - 3/10/2011
Forward thinking
House Bill 200 to raise awareness for brain injuries - 3/10/2011
Taking a big step forward
Oswego East girls' basketball team plays in first regional final, ties program record for wins - 3/10/2011
Ogilvie makes school history
Parlier competes in state swim prelims - 3/3/2011
An empty feeling
Oswego East boys basketball team end season in regional quarterfinals - 3/3/2011
Making a statement
OHS' Simelton superb shooting leads Panthers to win - 3/3/2011
Football state finals to shift out of Champaign
New venue still unknown for 2013 season - 3/3/2011
Duo heads to state finals
Ogilvie qualifies in diving while Parlier advances with stellar time in 100-yard backstroke - 2/24/2011
Panthers denied title
Late three by Romeoville the difference in Oswego boys' basketball road loss - 2/24/2011
Lee earns historic win
Oswego senior doesn't place at state, but garners first win at highest level - 2/24/2011
Regional title out of reach
Waubonsie Valley uses fourth quarter spurt to run away from Oswego East - 2/24/2011
Postseason fun right around the corner
Oswego East boys basketball eeks out win in final home game - 2/24/2011
A history-making victory
Oswego East girls' basketball team wins to advance to first regional final - 2/17/2011
Ending with a flourish
Oswego girls bowling team places fifth at state - 2/17/2011
Bound for Champaign
OHS' Lee qualifies for wrestling state finals - 2/17/2011
Season comes to abrupt end
Plainfield East uses third quarter to eliminate Oswego in postseason - 2/17/2011
Primed for Palatine
Price vaults into first gymnastics state meet - 2/17/2011
A team-fulfilling goal
Panthers advance to Rockford and state finals while Wolves fall short - 2/10/2011
A clean sweep by the Wolves
Parsons plays beyond her years in clutch effort - 2/10/2011
A clean sweep by the Wolves
Wilder stays calm in pressure situations - 2/10/2011
Worth the wait
Oswego qualifies for sectional, three earn medals on Monday - 2/10/2011
Oswego fails in repeat bid
Ogilvie blows away diving competition - 2/10/2011
And then there were only eight
Four Panthers, four Wolves will compete at sectional meet - 2/10/2011
Focused in on Saturday
Panthers, Wolves begin postseason at Bolingbrook - 2/3/2011
Owning the lane
Jones comes up big for Wolves last weekend - 2/3/2011
Not an easy road to state
Panthers, Wolves embark upon difficult Bolingbrook Sectional - 2/3/2011
Panthers hold onto SPC lead
Defensive stands late preserve road victory - 2/3/2011
Preston ends year with All-State honor
Panthers cap off season with individual success - 2/3/2011
Hoinkes back in the game
Former Panthers head coach hired in same spot at Yorkville - 1/27/2011
Big-time performance late by West
Junior guard carries Panthers in fourth quarter to key road win - 1/27/2011
Heartache on the lanes
Panthers, Wolves fail to qualify for state as a team - 1/27/2011
Wolves pick up landmark victory
Program celebrates 100th win last Friday but falls on Tuesday - 1/27/2011
Wolves suffer close loss to top SPC team
Winning streak ends at seven in home loss against Indians - 1/27/2011
Looking over his shoulder to state
Ogilvie sets sights on making his mark in the postseason - 1/27/2011
Panthers earn league crown
Joliet West Sectional up next for District 308 squads this Saturday - 1/20/2011
Calm at the line
Panthers emerge with SPC win late against Tigers, stay tied for first - 1/20/2011
Showing progress
Wolves suffer loss to Indians but gear up for final regular season push - 1/20/2011
SPC showdown next up for Wolves
Squad will try to avenge earlier loss to Indians at home this Friday night - 1/20/2011
Co-op squad tunes up before conference meet
Program makes adjustments after Fremd Invite finish - 1/20/2011
Winning streak comes to a halt
Wolves lose ground in SPC with loss against Cougars while Panthers athleticism proves potent - 1/20/2011
Panthers snap losing skid
Simelton, McGaughy have strong offensive output against Foxes - 1/13/2011
Zoning in during win
Glende drains six three-pointers, Wolves secure key road victory - 1/13/2011
A critical road victory
Vaughan's outside shooting propels win against Wildcats - 1/13/2011
Panthers experience a trying weekend
Squad in the middle of a six-game losing streak heading into Friday night - 1/13/2011
A familiar role heading into SPC meet
Panthers are favorites to emerge with title while Wolves could - 1/13/2011
Reyes rockets up rankings in junior season
Wolves' grappler remains unbeaten in SPC competition - 1/13/2011
Panthers knock off Wolves on the lanes
1/6/2011
Rivals ready to roll
Panthers, Wolves will duke it out - 1/6/2011
Ending the holidays on a sour note
Panthers drop close game to Cougars, will try to regroup by Friday - 1/6/2011
Campbell's putback brings good cheer
Wolves place third at East Aurora Holiday Classic, await Wildcats - 1/6/2011
Looking to build momentum
Wolves place fifth at own holiday tournament - 1/6/2011
Rough second half dooms Panthers
Spartans pressure causes havoc in SPC defeat - 1/6/2011
Panthers respond with a key victory
Squad loses to South Elgin on Monday but knocks off Palatine at Jack Tosh Holiday Classic - 12/30/2010
Offensive Outage
Wolves struggle to score in final period of quarterfinal defeat - 12/30/2010
Tomcats run Wolves out of the gym
Second quarter spurt hands squad first loss in holiday tournament action - 12/30/2010
Another thrilling win
Panthers rally from eight down to earn road victory - 12/23/2010
The Column
300 the norm; Johnson rolling along for Oswego boys bowling team - 12/23/2010
Wolves brace for the unexpected
Squad tips off at East Aurora Holiday Classic against Tennessee team next Monday - 12/23/2010
Carrying his weight on the field
Added strength helps junior put up plenty of goals for Wolves - 12/23/2010
Standing out from the pack
Wolves junior breaks through at 3A state meet - 12/23/2010
Cross-town classic
Panthers go on key fourth quarter run to secure victory against host Wolves - 12/16/2010
Aggressive Blair leads the way
Junior guard leads Wolves past Panthers for only second time - 12/16/2010
No laying down so far this year
Wolves suffer three losses within past week but still have big plans - 12/16/2010
Strikefest brings out the best
Wolves finish second despite tough lanes while Panthers - 12/16/2010
Wolves knock off defending state champs
Squad earns dual meet win against Cougars after solid finish at Lincoln-Way East Invite - 12/16/2010
Brimming with confidence
Oswego East wrestling places second at Rocket Invite - 12/9/2010
Meeting an old friend
Charlebois coaches Oswego wrestling team against Minooka - 12/9/2010
New chapter begins
Basketball rivalry continues to pick up steam The Column - 12/9/2010
Exciting right down to the end
Oswego boys' basketball team opens SPC play with close home win - 12/9/2010
Wolves falter in SPC opener
Boys basketball team loses early lead to Plainfield North - 12/9/2010
Oswego clinches title over Oswego East
First meeting of rivals lives up to billing in Hoops for Healing championship - 12/2/2010
Oswego East girls pass first test
Wolves start strong in SPC play, defeat Plainfield East - 12/2/2010
Preston leads the field
OHS bowler helps Panthers win Plainfield South Invite with first-place finish - 12/2/2010
Rolling right from the get-go
Wolves, Panthers finish in top three at competitive Wildcat Invite - 12/2/2010
Panthers put on a show
Simelton's game-winning shot secures Oswego win in season opener - 11/25/2010
Getting offensive
Gant's two key rebounds late help Oswego East hold on four win - 11/25/2010
Passing early tests
Oswego East girls basketball lose two starters, but win twice - 11/25/2010
Hatcher closes career with stellar finish
Senior only Oswego state qualifier to race in last Saturday's swim finals - 11/25/2010
New generation
Frosh/soph class takes on bigger role for gymnastics team - 11/25/2010
Training wheels off
Young Panthers will get varsity lessons on the fly this winter - 11/18/2010
Back in uniform
After trip to state, a younger class of Panthers emerge - 11/18/2010
The point man
Brooks will run the show for Wolves who have two key losses to overcome - 11/18/2010
No need to worry
Hit hard by graduation, Wolves reload and set sights high - 11/18/2010
Squaring off against the best
Oswego East grad debuts at Valparaiso - 11/18/2010
The ultimate accomplishment
Michalek sets Class 3A state record, becomes first state champ at Oswego East - 11/11/2010
Rolling towards another deep run
Johnson, Preston lead way for Oswego bowling team - 11/11/2010
Not wanting to fade from the pack
Oswego East bowling team once again sports youthful roster - 11/11/2010
Hjorth battles with state's elite
Oswego runner places 35th, sets school record in Peoria - 11/11/2010
Wolves endure struggle towards the end
Oswego East boys' soccer team posts first losing season since 2007 - 11/11/2010
A program-defining victory
Oswego East girls' volleyball team upsets West Aurora in regional semifinal - 11/4/2010
Michalek races back to state meet
Oswego East girls place 10th at sectional, Holm represents Wolves in boys' race - 11/4/2010
Mistakes catch up with Oswego East
Hinsdale South uses 16-point run to clinch Game 2, advance to sectionals - 11/4/2010
Hjorth aces first sectional test
Oswego sophomore qualifies for state meet - 11/4/2010
Wildcats get last laugh
Oswego girls' volleyball can't pull off win in regional opener - 11/4/2010
Tomcats leave no doubt
Three-goal deficit too big a hurdle for Oswego in regional final - 10/28/2010
A tough end
Oswego football's playoff bid foiled in overtime - 10/28/2010
Showing others their worth
Co-op swim program takes aim at conference title after winning Fox Valley Invite - 10/28/2010
A record-setting night for Wolves
Oswego East's Graham sets all-time rushing stat as football team secures first-ever Week 9 win - 10/28/2010
Doubles team advances to second day
East's Jackson, Brooks post three wins at state, Harlow reaches first round consolation - 10/28/2010
It all comes down to Friday night
Oswego football team takes one step closer to playoffs with win over Plainfield Central - 10/21/2010
Oswego East girls' tennis garner first sectional plaque
Harlow wins singles title, doubles team receives top 32 seed at state - 10/21/2010
Panthers leave no doubt
Oswego soccer team gets two goals from Chaves in regional opener win - 10/21/2010
A frustrating finish
Late goal from Romeoville ends Oswego East's soccer season - 10/21/2010
Cross country teams take a stand
Oswego boys, girls move up in SPC standings while East's Michalek wins third conference race - 10/21/2010
Champions by one point
Oswego girls' tennis clinches SPC title, defeats Oswego east 27-26 - 10/14/2010
A tough, physical defeat
Plainfield Central boys' soccer emerges with win in key SPC matchup - 10/14/2010
A new perspective
Loss to Plainfield South creates must-win football game on Friday night - 10/14/2010
Mistakes spoil Homecoming celebration
Mistakes spoil Homecoming celebration - 10/14/2010
Ending their seasons short of state
Quartet of District 308 golfers hold their own at Edwardsville Sectional - 10/14/2010
No answer for state record-breaker
Bibbs rushes for 520 yards, seven TDs to lift Plainfield North over Oswego - 10/7/2010
Packing their bags
Four District 308 golvers move on to Edwardsville Sectional - 10/7/2010
Shining through the darkness
Bruns' late save allows Oswego East soccer team to escape with win - 10/7/2010
Wolves can't shut door on Bengals
Serving errors, miscues lead to loss for Oswego East girls' volleyball team - 10/7/2010
No breezing through
Oswego East places fourth, Oswego sixth at SPC Meet - 10/7/2010
Racing into the record books
Oswego East's Michalek sets new course record at Oakhurst - 9/30/2010
A long-awaited win
Oswego East football team clinches first-ever win over Plainfield Central - 9/30/2010
Bragging rights back with Panthers
Boys' soccer team secures first win over Wolves since 2007 - 9/30/2010
Prestigious Evanston Invite looms
Hatcher and underclassmen leading charge into October - 9/30/2010
Panthers get back in win column
Game-ending surges lead Oswego girls' volleyball team over Romemoville - 9/30/2010
Halftime tune-up
Oswego East trails by six at break, but turnovers help Oswego rally for 40-21 win - 9/23/2010
Another step in the right direction
Oswego East girls' volleyball withstands late rally by Plainfield South - 9/23/2010
Getting geared up for the stretch run
Oswego East boys' golf posts winning record in SPC - 9/23/2010
Sectional scouting
Busy stretch pits Oswego girls' tennis against four key teams - 9/23/2010
Working through the mental block
Oswego girls' volleyball team looks to end skid against Plainfield Central before entering Warrior Blast - 9/23/2010
An aerial assault
Oswego football team wins offensive battle with Romeoville - 9/16/2010
An early focus on winning
Swim team takes dual meet over Waubonsie Valley - 9/16/2010
Panthers get into racing form
Hjorth, Beck set fast pace at Steelmen Invite - 9/16/2010
Clearing another course
Michalek wins Royal Cadet Invite, Oswego East boys place eighth - 9/16/2010
A tough beginning for Panthers
But Oswego soccer team notches first SPC win against Plainfield North - 9/16/2010
A man on a mission
Graham breaks out for 245 yards, four touchdowns to snap Oswego East's 13-game skid - 9/9/2010
Panthers strike early in SPC play
Oswego East volleyball tries to rally late, but come up short in crosstown match - 9/9/2010
Still not enough
Lack of execution leaves Oswego football team staring at 0-2 record - 9/9/2010
Alvarez, Martinez cure Tuesday's slow start
Oswego East duo combine for four goals after halftime to help rout Bengals - 9/9/2010
Battling the elements
Oswego East drops first golf match, but not before carding school record - 9/9/2010
Redskins get revenge
Oswego football team gives up 15 points in key second quarter to fall 21-14 - 9/2/2010
Playing through 'thunder and lightning'
Oswego East football team has no answer for Benet's quarterback, running back - 9/2/2010
Griffins take control in second half
Oswego East boys' soccer team struggles during Red Devil Cup opener - 9/2/2010
Area volleyball teams enjoy productive start
Panthers, Wolves win twice at Plainfield North Invite, primed to meet Tuesday in SPC opener - 9/2/2010
Settling into their lanes
Swimming and diving team to lean on key veterans and promising freshmen in 2010 - 9/2/2010
Change of pace
Oswego football team adjusts offense to better utilize strengths - 8/26/2010
Taking action
Oswego East football team brings in new offensive, defensive coordinators - 8/26/2010
Oswego volleyball boasts strong junior class
Lady Panthers ready to move forward with determined returners on court - 8/26/2010
So long, Redskins
Morris ends football contract with Panthers after nearly 40-year-old rivalry - 8/26/2010
Oswego East volleyball focuses on trust
Wolves return several starters, but have talented newcomers in mix - 8/26/2010
Adjusting to new surroundings
Oswego golf team will lean on Gilloffo, Anderson in Pohlmann's first year - 8/20/2010
Maintaining high standards
Oswego East boy' soccer team brings fresh faces to field - 8/19/2010
Seniors ready to celebrate
Oswego soccer team led by trio of returning starters - 8/19/2010
Plenty of returnees give reason for optimism
Oswego East boys' golf team banks on experience - 8/19/2010
One final hurrah
Greenwood represents Oswego in Shriner All-Star football game before suiting up at ISU training camp - 8/12/2010
Moving on up
Panthers will compete at state's highest level in 2010-11 school year - 8/5/2010
No ticket to Michigan
Cats rattle Hawks pitcher early, but can't muster enough runs in season-ending loss - 8/5/2010
Prinzing bound for Birmingham
Outfielder gets late call from Blazers coaching staff - 8/5/2010
Figuring out the varsity game
New cast of players stay busy during offseason - 8/5/2010
A Sunday split
Cats gear up for AABC regional qualifier today against Addison - 7/29/2010
Wolves stay on point in offseason
Brooks helps direct squad during summer - 7/29/2010
Getting hot on the court this summer
Wolves cruise during play this offseason with two championships - 7/29/2010
Defining new roles
Pohlmann looks to fill voids left by graduation - 7/29/2010
Bats heat up against Huskies
Oswego rallies from 4-0 deficit to win playoff opener - 7/22/2010
Late run challenges Titans
But early deficit too much for Oswego East to overcome in Rockford - 7/22/2010
Summer fun ends with Prairie Ridge
Oswego baseball finishes 2-1 in regional tournament - 7/22/2010
Egan hurls shutout
Oswego East splits against Bolingbrook - 7/15/2010
Panthers continue winning ways
Oswego baseball wins five of last six including sweep of Naperville Central - 7/15/2010
One last time on the court
Harris, Ziemnik represent District 308 in Bloomington - 7/15/2010
Volleyball kits sent to troops overseas
Planning underway for 2011 Volley for the Troops event - 7/15/2010
Panthers respond to sweep Huskies
After flat week of play, Oswego baseball has two strong offensive innings against Naperville North - 7/8/2010
Supplying the big bop
Supplying the big bop - 7/8/2010
Providing a nice, balanced win
Jungels, Miller stifle Eagles' bats en route to combined shutout - 7/1/2010
Panthers can't close out twinbill
Plainfield Central rallies to tie Game 1, pounds out hits to capture Game 2 over Oswego - 7/1/2010
Rembold brings home silver medal
Oswego teen loses by decision in 119-pound Novice Division Elite Finals - 7/1/2010
Oswego splits opening doubleheaders
Panthers prepare to take on Plainfield Central - 6/24/2010
Oswego East baseball opens summer with 3-2 mark
Wolves set to play Marmion, Aurora Christian this week - 6/24/2010
Charlebois returns to lead alma mater
Minooka assistant last eight years gets first head coaching job with Panthers - 6/17/2010
Program sees improvement across the field
Wolves better school mark for wins, Warnecke games All-Conference accolade - 6/17/2010
An offense like no other
Prinzing, Johnson, Frieders shatter school records, Panthers set eight new marks at bat - 6/17/2010
Continuing to raise the standards
Oswego East softball compiles most wins in school history - 6/17/2010
Panthers never leet up in postseason run
Despite regular-season struggles, Oswego softball team rebounds to make appearance in regional final - 6/17/2010
Golden Girl
Oswego's Rembold bound for nationals after winning first career boxing title - 6/10/2010
Hammond competes for Team Illinois
Oswego grad bound for UW-Whitewater gymnastics team - 6/10/2010
Playing hard until the end
Oswego soccer graduates six seniors, close out 2010 on strong foot - 6/10/2010
Starting to gather some staying power
Oswego East girls' soccer puts together another season over .500 - 6/10/2010
Seniors leave mark in Panther program
Ferguson looks for offensive overhaul in 2011 volleyball season - 6/10/2010
Progress continues
Oswego East boys' volleyball team enjoys best conference mark ever - 6/10/2010
Fourth inning haunts Panthers
Marmion scores eight runs in pivotal frame, hold off hot-hitting Oswego for regional win - 6/3/2010
Late rally falls short in regional final
Oswego softball team ruins Bieritz' no-hitter with two runs in seventh - 6/3/2010
Quite the duel
Oswego East's Ettinger, Plainfield Central's DeLange duke it out in regional semifinal - 6/3/2010
A gut-wrenching end
Oswego East baseball stays close with Naperville North - 6/3/2010
Leaving their mark
Oswego double team wins twice at state - 6/3/2010
Regional drought ends
Wolves short-game Bengals to win in postseason opener - 5/27/2010
Sophomores prep for state
McWethy, Petkunas capture third at sectionals - 5/27/2010
No joke: Panthers stun Royals
Oswego softball heads to Sandwich Regional final in search of first title since 1987 - 5/27/2010
Third time's the charm for Spartans
Oswego East volleyball struggles in regional quarterfinal game to end season - 5/27/2010
Bid for third regional title falls short
Oswego volleyball team out of sync against Hilltoppers in semifinal loss - 5/27/2010
Another tough finish
Oswego girls' soccer suffers heartbreaking loss in regional final - 5/27/2010
A storybook ending
Oswego tennis wins fourth straight SPC title, Oswego East takes fifth - 5/20/2010
Panthers sweep City Series
5/20/2010
A perfect 10
Oswego East girls’ track makes history with nine state qualifiers, Fisher to represent Oswego - 5/20/2010
Another quick postseason exit
Early second-half scoring spree by Huskies sends Wolves home early - 5/20/2010
An impressive trip
Vertonet compiles 3-2 record at badminton state tourney - 5/20/2010
Chalk another one up to the Wolves
Late goal by Ross difference in match between crosstown rivals - 5/13/2010
Wolves better than ever
Oswego East girls' track team places second at conference meet - 5/13/2010
Lack of focus ends Wolves' win streak
Kaneland takes lead in third inning, cruises to non-conference win over Oswego East - 5/13/2010
Still plenty to play for
Oswego East baseball learns Class 4A postseason pairings - 5/13/2010
Oswego ready for the next text
Panther baseball gears up for final two SPC series - 5/13/2010
A Star-Spangled Night
Rivalry set aside as volleyball teams raise money for special gift to troops - 5/6/2010
Panthers have field day against rest of the league
Oswego badminton team easily snares SPC title, Oswego East fourth - 5/6/2010
Staying even-keeled
Oswego East baseball team's four-game win streak snapped by Plainfield South - 5/6/2010
A perfect example
Oswego tennis team finishes 7-0 in SPC dual meets - 5/6/2010
Seeking revenge
Oswego East boys' tennis team looks to move up standings at SPC Meet after 3-4 finish to dual meets - 5/6/2010
Ziemnik ready to be a Titan
Oswego senior will head south and play for Illinois Wesleyan - 5/6/2010
Kings of the court
Oswego tennis still untouched in SPC play after 7-0 shutout win over Plainfield Central - 4/29/2010
Riding the highs, lows to the end
Oswego East softball team trails early, claws back before late homer leads to loss - 4/29/2010
Cougars capitalize on rare Panther error
Roberts hits three-run homer with two outs in seventh as Plainfield South wins series opener - 4/29/2010
League leaders come on late
Barrage of goals by Plainfield North in final 20 minutes sinks Oswego soccer team - 4/29/2010
Athletes size up sectional challengers
Oswego East girls track takes second at Bremen Invite, boys sixth at Kaneland - 4/29/2010
Harris lands at Valparaiso
Senior guard ends long recruiting process - 4/22/2010
Wolves slammed hard
Wildcats break game open with monster third inning - 4/22/2010
Offensive fireworks
Johnson, Prinzing set new state, school records - 4/22/2010
Borrowman, Scott resign from positions
Pohlmann recommended for OHS boys' golf, search begins for head wrestling coach - 4/22/2010
Premier invites arrive
OHS oys place two individuals, relay at John Bell Invite, girls prepare for ABC Invite - 4/22/2010
Wagner's hit sends Panthers home happy
Oswego senior delivers in dramatic fashion with walk-off single - 4/15/2010
Setting the Panthers down
Wolves win behind Ettinger's sterling effort - 4/15/2010
Wildcats can't stop Silva's attack
Oswego East senior hitter produces 20 kills in SPC win - 4/15/2010
Panthers ace Wolves in conference opener
Oswego boys' tennis sweeps doubles, East's Hrovat wins at first singles - 4/15/2010
Breaks don't happen
Oswego girls' soccer defeats Rosary, Warren, but falls in SPC opener - 4/15/2010
Sizing up the competition
Kwiatkowski, Sullivan lead Panthers at the net to win SPC boys volleyball opener over Wolves - 4/8/2010
Offensive renovations pay off with big win
Oswego softball pulls out extra-inning victory over Plainfield North to start 1-0 in SPC play - 4/8/2010
Focus shifts to strong conference start
After scoring 60 runs in first five games, OHS baseball works to keep up momentum in SPC - 4/8/2010
Late dash home secures victory
OEHS softball wins Southwest Prairie Conference opener behind solid effort from Ettinger sisters - 4/8/2010
Program growing by leaps and bounds
Wolves boys track and field boast 80 athletes, open outdoor season Saturday at Stagg Invite - 4/8/2010
Bench provides spark
Oswego girls' soccer earns first win of season - 4/1/2010
New faces producing early
Oswego East baseball sports winning record after first week - 4/1/2010
Ready for a challenge
Oswego baseball gears up for Morris, Bolingbrook - 4/1/2010
Oswego East rebuilds with new faces
Gengler takes over boys' tennis program for 2010 - 4/1/2010
Ready for another championship run
OHS boys' tennis team returns six starters - 4/1/2010
Oswego East girls soccer team embarks with youthful roster after record-breaking 2009
3/25/2010
Seniors work to sustain momentum
Ferguson takes over as Oswego volleyball head coach, returns six seniors - 3/25/2010
Ready to erase last year's heartbreak
Wilson, Swanson anchor Oswego girls' soccer squad - 3/25/2010
New chapter begins with Mueller
Oswego East coach becomes fifth to pace the sidelines - 3/25/2010
A special season
Oswego girls basketball team reflects state tournament run - 3/25/2010
No return trip to Peoria in store for Oswego
Knights spear early lead, ride out Panthers' fourth quarter rally at DeKalb - 3/18/2010
A common sight
Oswego boys basketball team wins second straight sectional title - 3/18/2010
Doing what they do
Even with defeat, Panthers' seniors can hold heads high - 3/18/2010
Seniors shine, but Wolves still unsatisfied
Jackson exits as all-time leading scorer for Oswego East girls' basketball - 3/18/2010
Getting the birdie ready
Horn expected to lead charge for Oswego East badminton while Vergonet leads Panthers - 3/18/2010
Oswgego girls basketball team finishes fourth
Costly turnovers lead to double-digit loss to Springfield - 3/11/2010
An emotionally-charged victory
Oswego East boys basketball team secures first-ever regional title - 3/11/2010
First half fireworks
Oswego boys basketball team builds 24-point lead at intermission, advances to sectional final - 3/11/2010
Hillcrest uses second-quarter run to advance
Coller scores 13 in third quarter, but Oswego can't overcome turnover woes - 3/11/2010
Cutting down the nets again
Free throws ice game as Oswego wins second straight regional crown - 3/11/2010
A dream come true
Lady Panthers claim first super-sectional title, bound for state - 3/4/2010
Oswego captures long-awaited title
Wright blocks Whip-Purs' final shot to ensure sectional title - 3/4/2010
A well-rounded opener
Oswego boys basketball team dominates inside, outside in regional semifinal - 3/4/2010
Wolves pull away for title
Defense comes through with key steals as Oswego East celebrates SPC championship - 3/4/2010
Oswego gives strong effort at New Trier
Reppy, Minkel end careers at state, four qualifiers poised to return next season - 3/4/2010
Awaiting Hampshire
Oswego girls basketball team on hunt for first sectional title - 2/25/2010
Diving in
Ogilvie, Reppy place first as Oswego qualifies eight events to state - 2/25/2010
Earning their props
Oswego East boys basketball team defeats state elite Neuqua Valley - 2/25/2010
Let the Madness begin
District 308 basketball teams primed for deep postseason journey - 2/25/2010
Lady Panthers stay on task
Four complete quarters give Oswego second straight regional title - 2/25/2010
Postseason woes continue
Oswego East girls' season cut short by overtime loss - 2/18/2010
Avoiding a letdown
Oswego East boys hold onto SPC lead - 2/18/2010
State-bound
OHS' Hammond qualifies on balance beam - 2/18/2010
Howell not headed downstate
Defending runner-up at 215 on sidelines this weekend at sectionals; Ferrer takes fourth - 2/18/2010
Wolves fall short in quest for state finals
Wrestling program on upswing after this season's postseason success - 2/18/2010
White Sox sign former Oswego ace
Left-hander packs for Glendale, Ariz. to report to spring training - 2/18/2010
Sinking the Barbs
Oswego swim team tops runner-up DeKalb by four points - 2/11/2010
A model of consistency
Oswego East girls' bowling team makes way back to state, OHS' Petoskey also qualifies - 2/11/2010
Nine grapplers pick right time to shine
Oswego finishes second at regionals - 2/11/2010
Five Wolves ready to take sectional dive
Fagan, Reyes pace Oswego East's historic day - 2/11/2010
Four gymnasts advance to sectionals
Hammond, Maher earn top-five regional finishes while Price, Padlo qualify at-large - 2/11/2010
Showing the state they are for real
Oswego boys bowling team brings home third-place trophy - 2/4/2010
Letting their play speak for themselves
Harris, Brooks combine for 49 points as Oswego East defeats - 2/4/2010
Panthers close in on SPC title
Oswego girls basketball team defeats Oswego East by 12 - 2/4/2010
Beaming with joy
Oswego gymnastics team edged Geneva for conference title - 2/4/2010
Postseason fun begins
Wrestlers head to regionals after Oswego placed third, Wolves fifth at SPC Meet - 2/4/2010
Sights set on a state title
OHS boys bowling team wins second straight sectional title - 1/28/2010
Composed comeback
Another big night by Harris leads Wolves into critical SPC game - 1/28/2010
An exercise in mental strength
Oswego girls basketball team overcomes early deficit at St. Charles East - 1/28/2010
Rivalry game creates plenty of buzz
The Column: Wolves, Panthers to duke it out Friday - 1/28/2010
Jackson ensures another SPC win
OEHS senior guard notches double-double against Tigers - 1/28/2010
Harris rises up
Oswego East senior guard sets career high in points - 1/21/2010
Hammond shines at Fremd Invite
Senior gymnast scores 9.45 on balance beam to place third - 1/21/2010
Not feeling satisfied
Oswego boys basketball team stays atop SPC, but falls to Benet - 1/21/2010
Conference title eludes Oswego
Panther bowlers place third at boys' SPC meet, Wolves fifth - 1/21/2010
Maintaining health at the top of the list
Oswego East wrestlers drop close match to rival Oswego - 1/21/2010
Plenty to smile about
Ziemnik paces Oswego with 25 points to clinch SPC win at United Center - 1/14/2010
Panthers roll past Wolves
Boys bowling teams set focus on conference tournament - 1/14/2010
Wolves have no answers for Tomcats
Girls basketball team commits early turnovers to fall behind by 16 points - 1/14/2010
Primed to take on the Panthers
Oswego East wrestlers even up SPC record, Fagan wins at Geneva - 1/14/2010
New year, same results
Oswego girls basketball team sweeps Minooka - 1/7/2010
Hunt continues for a complete game
Wildcats trail by six at halftime, but Oswego East girls explode in third quarter - 1/7/2010
Looking to rebound - literally
Oswego East boys fall in title game to Peoria Central - 1/7/2010
Panthers face stiff competition
Oswego boys weather the Storm to finish tourney, head to United Center next - 1/7/2010
Saturday spectacular
Gymnastics team faces three big weekends in January - 1/7/2010
En guard
Oswego East's backcourt tandem leads Wolves into tourney title game - 12/31/2009
Title hopes slip away in third quarter
Oswego East girls fall to Lemont in semifinal game - 12/31/2009
Letting leads slip away
Oswego boys drop two at Jack Tosh Holiday Classic - 12/31/2009
Swim team prepares to avenge losses to DeKalb, Morris
January schedule provides big tests for boys' squad - 12/31/2009
Collier's defensive efforts shine
Oswego senior guard earns MVP honors as Lady Panthers take home title Girls Basketball | Oswego 48, Minooka 33 - 12/24/2009
Dramatic ending goes Wolves' way
Squad gears up for East Aurora Holiday Classic next - 12/24/2009
Gymnasts ready for mid-season test
Oswego to host annual eight-team Panther Invite - 12/24/2009
In the fast lane
Aqua Force swimmers showing progress in winter season - 12/24/2009
Bagley provides different type of production
OHS forward contributes in ways other than scoring, helps Panthers to crucial SPC win - 12/17/2009
Wolves have the upper hand from the start
Oswego East moves over .500 with win at Plainfield South - 12/17/2009
Oswego clinches key SPC win
Lady Panthers take lead in conference race - 12/17/2009
Panthers show mettle on the mats
Oswego wrestlers claim first dual meet victories of the season - 12/17/2009
December schedule heats up
Oswego East girls prepare to host Winter Classic - 12/17/2009
Working overtime
Oswego boys basketball team holds on for thrilling win over Oswego East - 12/10/2009
Lady Panthers have the better night
Shooting woes plague both teams, but Oswego East can't put out win in home opener - 12/10/2009
Giant progress
Gymnastics team captures fourth on uneven bars, team ninth at Big Purple Invite - 12/10/2009
Oswego East wrestlers fare well at R-B Classic
Oswego faces quality 3A opponents - 12/10/2009
Vikings too much for Panthers
Girls earn runner-up honors, Wright and Collier named to All-Tournament team - 12/3/2009
Marching past the Cadets
Second-half surge leads Panthers to finish third - 12/3/2009
Leaving their mark
Early season showdown set with Panthers - 12/3/2009
Off to a rip-roaring start
Panthers place fourth, Wolves sixth at Plainfield Central's Wildcat Invite - 12/3/2009
Getting back in the swing of things
Panthers claim Plainfield South Holiday Tournament title, Wolves win key SPC dual meet - 12/3/2009
Quite a finish
Two swimmers place at state finals - 11/26/2009
Opening with a bang
Oswego boys basketball team starts slow, finishes strong - 11/26/2009
Seniors shine
Collier, Wright come up big for Oswego girls basketball win - 11/26/2009
Steady guard play leads to win
Oswego East's junior backcourt tandem makes up for Harris' absence - 11/26/2009
Bench gives Wolves a spark
Girls basketball team overcomes slow start to defeat Prairie Ridge - 11/26/2009
Veteran group takes plunge at state
Four swimmers, one diver headed to New Trier - 11/19/2009
New expectations
Panthers return three starters from Class 3A runner-up squad - 11/19/2009
Supporting cast
Harris go-to-guy, but other players will need to step up their game - 11/19/2009
Ready for more
Four starters return for Oswego girls basketball season - 11/19/2009
Forward motion
Oswego East's experienced senior class sets big goals - 11/19/2009
Panthers lose game of inches
Fourth-down play proves critical in narrow second round playoff loss - 11/12/2009
Giving her all
East's Michalek places 98th at Class 3A state race - 11/12/2009
Two swimmers head west to join Division I programs
Ligeza signs with Utah, Wartalowicz commits to Iowa - 11/12/2009
Ready to hit the lanes
East bowlers boast youthful squad in second varsity season - 11/12/2009
Feeling at home in Bloomington
Field conditions play into Panthers' favor as Purple Raiders commit early mistakes - 11/5/2009
Conference champs
Oswego co-op swim team prepares for upcoming sectional meet - 11/5/2009
Back to Detweiller
Oswego East's Michalek places fourth at 3A Sectional to qualifiy for state - 11/5/2009
Dominating effort missing in regional
Oswego volleyball season ends with 18-25, 18-25 loss to Glenbard South - 11/5/2009
Wolves suffer same fate against SPC rival Spartans
Game 2 rally falls short for Oswego East in regional game - 11/5/2009
The unexpected
No. 10 Oswego makes road trip to Bloomington for playoff opener - 10/29/2009
Learning curve
Oswego boys advance to sectionals, three girls qualify for East Peoria - 10/29/2009
Cruising to Lockport
Oswego East girls cross country captures third at regionals - 10/29/2009
No repeat of 2008 for Panthers
OHS soccer season comes to a close with loss in regional final - 10/29/2009
Bright outcome on a rainy day
Oswego East doubles finish among state's top 16 - 10/29/2009
Super Sectional
Four District 308 athletes qualify for state - 10/22/2009
Time runs out
Oswego East's two-goal lead vanishes in final minutes - 10/22/2009
Rematch set with Warriors
Oswego soccer handles Whip-Purs, moves into regional final - 10/22/2009
Feeling like a winner
Oswego East girls clinch first-ever cross country title - 10/22/2009
Brimming with pride
Oswego volleyball team wins rivalry game on special night - 10/22/2009
Behrens heads to Normal
Oswego senior shoots 77 Monday to advance to state finals - 10/15/2009
Back on top
Oswego girls' tennis team reclaims SPC title, edges Wolves by four points - 10/15/2009
Calm under center
Oswego's West fires game-winner to Prinzing to top Plainfield Central in 2OT - 10/15/2009
Wolves seek momtum in final stretch
East volleyball prepares for Volley for the Cure event, Class 4A regional play ahead - 10/15/2009
Finishing strong
East's Ontiveros records hat trick, Paradise collects two goals in final SPC game - 10/15/2009
Surviving the elements
Five Oswego golfers advance to 2A sectional while East's Linkenheld lone Wolf to advance in 3A play - 10/8/2009
Extra effort
Oswego's Linden steps up on special teams, makes TD catch - 10/8/2009
Defense creates opportunities
Underwood's fumble recovery TD gives Oswego East season-high score - 10/8/2009
Title hopes slip away
Oswego East soccer plays well in second half, but can't overcome early deficit - 10/8/2009
Trying to turn it on at the right time
Carlisle hopeful Oswego can deliver in playoffs - 10/8/2009
Stealing the show
Plainfield North win foiled by blocked PAT, late Oswego TD - 10/1/2009
Ontiveros leads the charge
Oswego East wins key soccer match over Plainfield North - 10/1/2009
Oswego East avenges loss to rivals
Dodd leads volleyball team with eight kills, Oswego rebounds at Waubonsie tournament - 10/1/2009
Oswego soccer gears up for postseason push
Panthers drop SPC match to Plainfield Central - 10/1/2009
Bartlett course lends for season-best times
Michalek places fifth, Kunkel takes 13th for Oswego East - 10/1/2009
Seeing double
Alvarez twins put in a show against Oswego, Oswego East still perfect in SPC - 9/24/2009
Perfect record halted
Wildcats take advantage of miscues, Oswego golfers look ahead to SPC Meet - 9/24/2009
Another defensive gem
Oswego football shuts out Plainfield North, West throws four TD passes - 9/24/2009
Quality service
Oswego East volleyball cruises to win over Tomcats - 9/24/2009
Finding their stroke
Swim team set to host Oswego Invite - 9/24/2009
First quarter fireworks
Panthers score 28 points in opening 12 minutes after Wolves commit three turnovers - 9/17/2009
Panthers make slow progress
Oswego volleyball falls to Plainfield North in two - 9/17/2009
Oswego East volleyball back on track against Plainfield South
Wolves end two-game skid, build momentum into next week - 9/17/2009
Sluggish start in SPC
Oswego soccer recovers from Monday's loss to remain .500 in SPC - 9/17/2009
Starting off conference play on the right foot
Oswego East receives goals from three different players in win - 9/17/2009
Tournament play toughens teams
Panthers, Wolves finish fourth in pool play, meet in Copper Bracket play - 9/10/2009
Game plan unravels
Oswego East football can't hold on to first quarter lead, falls to Larkin - 9/10/2009
Final call seals Panthers fate
Warriors scorer late TD despite Boecker's end zone coverage - 9/10/2009
Steady play leads Panthers to early wins
Oswego East golfers shoot season-high score against Oswego - 9/10/2009
A good impression
Oswego East soccer advances to Red Devil Cup championship, loses in PKs - 9/10/2009
The right call
Defense shines, overtime TD gives Panthers season-opening victory - 9/3/2009
Wolves foiled at home
Allen-Jackson scores lone TD, Redwings have big fourth quarter - 9/3/2009
Bright horizons
Oswego girls' volleyball team expects more forward progress - 9/3/2009
The right mix
Oswego East volleyball works toward first winning season - 9/3/2009
One final lap in the pool
Seniors Ligeza, Wartalowicz want to end swim careers on high note - 9/3/2009
Unfinished business
Oswego football returns 13 starters determined to win elusive conference crown - 8/27/2009
Wolves start fresh
Oswego East football debuts new offense while defense dominates - 8/27/2009
Pay attention to these guys
Without them, offensive game plans do not matter - 8/27/2009
Woloves hopeful there's no pain in Paradise
Oswego East forward is optimistic about healthy senior season - 8/27/2009
A cut above
Totsch, Charielle keys to another potential postseason run for Oswego soccer - 8/27/2009
Youthful talent keeps team on right course
Wolves place eighth in opening tournament - 8/20/2009
Veteran squad sets sights for Normal
Three sectional qualifiers return to Panther lineup - 8/20/2009
A new curve ball
Softball pitching rubber moved three feet this spring - 8/20/2009
Snapping to (avoid) attention
Illinois junior fills essential position, hopeful for another bowl game this season - 8/13/2009
Speed demon
Oswego freshman wins inline marathon - 8/13/2009
Greiner guts it out
Oswego East senior battles ankle pain, places 14th at USA Triathlon Nationals - 8/13/2009
The grueling trifecta
OEHS senior set for Sunday's Junior Elite National Championships - 8/6/2009
Living the basketball life
Holmes becomes first Wolves player to sign with Division I school - 8/6/2009
Forging ahead with a new identity
Panthers stay plenty busy during summer - 8/6/2009
Heart-breaking loss ends summer
Warriors rally for win in semifinal against Wolves - 7/30/2009
Full steam ahead
Productive summer matches Panthers against area's best - 7/30/2009
Garnering attention
Wolves boast solid summer record and top recruit Harris - 7/30/2009
Summer injury bug bites Wolves
Team encounters setbacks and faces competitive schedule - 7/30/2009
Racing through the regional
Wolves offense busts out to earn quarterfinal victory against Huskies - 7/23/2009
Panthers fall short
Summer season ends with tough road loss to North Stars - 7/23/2009
Dominating performance by Schultz
Pitcher in total control against Indians while Smith and Mikulan contribute key hits - 7/23/2009
Bats come alive to earn first-round win
Prinzing, Johnson and Wagner spur offense, help Panthers rally - 7/23/2009
A European volleyball experience
Oswego East senior competes in Austria - 7/16/2009
Lead slips away in seventh inning
Oswego East baseball earns first-round bye in playoffs - 7/16/2009
Hitting on all cylinders
Big bats lead Oswego baseball to twinbill sweep - 7/16/2009
One last hurrah
Mitchell competes with state's best in Bloomington - 7/16/2009
Clutch hitting at opportune times
Important at-bats by Nieves, Klingbeil help Wolves baseball earn sweep - 7/9/2009
Panthers continue to make positive gains
Veterans, underclassmen impress as Oswego nears playoffs - 7/9/2009
Logging the miles
Yorkville resident completes third 100 miler - 7/9/2009
Seeing some familiar faces
Panthers to host Redskins in season opener, Wolves put Larkin back on schedule - 7/2/2009
Big night in Brooklyn
Ayers joins Hudson Valley Renegades starting rotation - 7/2/2009
Big fourth inning keys victory for Wolves
East baseball posts seven runs in decisive frame - 7/2/2009
Serious business
Oswego settles down to sweep Cougars - 7/2/2009
Looking for the right answer
Oswego baseball sweeps Foxes behind solid pitching effort - 6/25/2009
Hanging tough with the Bulldogs
Late run spells defeat for Oswego East baseball - 6/25/2009
Spartans welcome two former Panthers
Bermes, Tram join men's soccer program - 6/25/2009
Oswego baseball to build off big finish
Deep postseason run overshadows 11-win season - 6/25/2009
Panther ace joins Maroons
Nicholson continues pitching at DIII level - 6/25/2009
Wolves meet expectations
Softball team posts best record in school history, Michalek named All-Conference - 6/18/2009
Wolves add to foundation
Warnecke garners All-Conference nod while baseball team eclipses mark for overall and SPC wins - 6/18/2009
Bar raised another notch
OHS volleyball season highlighted by second straight regional title - 6/18/2009
New league plans underway
Morris, Yorkville ready to enter Northern Illinois Big 12 - 6/18/2009
Panthers miss big payoff
Seventh-inning sacrifice RBI gives LaSalle-Peru narrow win to advance to state - 6/11/2009
A 'grand' celebration
Johnson's grand slam deflates Burlington Central in sectional title game - 6/11/2009
Running catch propels Oswego baseball into sectional title game
Nicholson magnificent in complete game effort while early runs hold up - 6/11/2009
Soccer team finds its point midway through
After slow start, Oswego recovers in time for solid finish - 6/11/2009
'What regular season?'
OHS baseball claims win No. 9 to win first regional title since 2004 - 6/4/2009
Volleyball team builds postseason tradition
Game 2 rally lifts Oswego to regional title - 6/4/2009
Oswego can't find answer for Wildcat attack
Neuqua Valley wins sectional semifinal in two - 6/4/2009
McWethy earns All-State recognition
Oswego senior lasts seven rounds in tennis state tournament - 6/4/2009
Final sprint nets medal
Oswego East's Drew places seventh in 400 meter dash - 6/4/2009
Mustangs pour it on Wolves
Oswego East softball falls in regional semifinal - 6/4/2009
Full speed ahead
Panthers defeat Wolves to advance to volleyball regional title - 5/28/2009
Playing the underdog role
Undefeated McWethy enters fourth tennis state finals - 5/28/2009
One goal short
Fluke goal gives Rosary regional title over Oswego - 5/28/2009
Wolves give it their best shot
Baseball season ends despite seventh-inning rally with two outs - 5/28/2009
Stately performances
Oswego's Sliepka garners two medals in distance events, Vann 12th in pole vault - 5/28/2009
Super Saturday
Oswego East's 4x200 relay, Oswego's Sliepka and Vann qualify for state finals - 5/21/2009
Time to make history on the field
Second half outburst in regional semifinal sends Oswego soccer to title game - 5/21/2009
Oswego delivers knockout punch
After perfect SPC season, Panther tennis team wins tourney title - 5/21/2009
Bounces do not go Wolves' way
Record-breaking soccer season ends with loss to Mustangs in regional semifinal - 5/21/2009
Panthers look ahead to regional action
Baseball team closes Oswego East series with win - 5/21/2009
A program-defining kick
Oswego East soccer earns first-ever victory over Oswego - 5/14/2009
Running their way to a win
East baseball thrives on basepaths to win series opener over Oswego - 5/14/2009
Seven area athletes win SPC track titles
Oswego East's 4x200 relay dominates, Oswego enjoys two champions - 5/14/2009
Quartet of Wolves headed to Charleston
Two badminton doubles teams represent OEHS in first-ever state finals appearance - 5/14/2009
Tournament success
Oswego East volleyball wins four in home invite - 5/14/2009
A pleasant surprise
Panthers capture third at invite - 5/7/2009
Panthers' late rally not enough
Wolves hang on to early lead, manage season sweep on softball diamond - 5/7/2009
Coming up with opportune wins
East baseball starts hot streak in SPC play after early struggles - 5/7/2009
Teamwork leads to much-needed victory
East volleyball ends six-game skid against Titans - 5/7/2009
Sectional time arrives
OHS badminton wins SPC meet, Wolves finish third - 5/7/2009
Battling the elements
Rain stretches tennis quad to seven hours, Panthers finish third - 4/30/2009
Chiefs call on Magee
Former Panther selected in third round of NFL Draft - 4/30/2009
Bulldogs rally in seventh to top Panther
Oswego baseball builds 5-2 lead, but errors allow Batavia to score six runs in final inning - 4/30/2009
Panthers make big catch
Oswego boat finished third to qualify for state - 4/30/2009
Wildcats make Wolves pay for mistakes
Early errors prove costly for Oswego East baseball - 4/30/2009
Another rain delay
Wolves postponed twice this week, drop two in non-league play - 4/23/2009
Stolen victory
Panthers break out of hitting slump, but Wildcats rally late - 4/23/2009
Playing through the pain
OHS girls soccer overcomes injury to goalie, defeats West Aurora - 4/23/2009
Gone fishin'
District 308 enters four boats in sectional tournament - 4/23/2009
Jersey girl
Sitch returns to Chicago in pro soccer uniform - 4/23/2009
Wolves pile on goals against Indians
Team continues perfect start in SPC play - 4/16/2009
Wollenberg steps up with big attack
Senior hitter records 14 kills as Panthers defeat Minooka - 4/16/2009
Oswego bats quiet in first SPC series
Brooking drives in winning run in Game 1, but team drops next two - 4/16/2009
Panthers perfect so far in SPC play
Girls soccer team defeats Morris, Plainfield South - 4/16/2009
Ettinger delivers win for Wolves
Junior catcher comes through in East's softball win over Oswego - 4/16/2009
Panthers seek consistency
Team looks to end six-game skid as league play begins - 4/9/2009
Wolves win emotional game at Larkin
McGavin, Kowal provide big spark in Game 3 to help lift team to non-conference win - 4/9/2009
Rodriguez comes through in two wins
Junior delivers in multitude of ways to lead Wolves - 4/9/2009
Michalek does it all for Wolves' softball
Team grabs pair of wins while bad weather delays SPC start - 4/9/2009
Panther pitchers dominating on the hill
Four hurlers combine for three straight victories - 4/9/2009
Reloaded and ready to run
Oswego veterans, promising newcomers create perfect combination - 4/2/2009
Preparation through playing
Field time key to young Oswego East baseball rotation - 4/2/2009
Learning from the ground up
Ettinger, Michalek bring experience for first-year Oswego East softball coach to work with - 4/2/2009
Taking the field with a new look
Mix of veterans, newcomers key to Oswego's success - 4/2/2009
Junior class ready for varsity stage
Oswego volleyball team works toward continued program success - 4/2/2009
One for the ages
Oswego boys basketball team finishes second in 3A state tourney - 3/26/2009
Shot of a lifetime sends Panthers to title game
Buzzer-beating three by Mitchell helps Oswego overcome fourth-quarter deficit - 3/26/2009
Panthers never stop believing
The Column - 3/26/2009
Great expectations
OEHS boys volleyball team in pursuit of first winning season - 3/26/2009
Wolves post third straight winning season
Harris, Viser shine in first full varsity seasons for OEHS basketball - 3/26/2009
Next stop: Peoria
Magical postseason run continues after Galow makes free throw with 5.7 seconds left - 3/19/2009
All's well that ends in Rochelle
Panthers claim first sectional crown since 1974 - 3/19/2009
Leading off the right way
Thomas one of key returnees for Wolves - 3/19/2009
Winding up for a big year
Nicholson preps for third season on hill - 3/19/2009
Panthers set loafty goals
New coach sets sights on postseason run - 3/19/2009
Experienced squad looks to set standard
Wolves aim for first winning record this spring - 3/19/2009
Comeback win gives Panthers first regional title in 24 years
3/12/2009
Foxes no match for quicker Panthers
Second quarter run keys easy regional semifinal victory - 3/12/2009
Season of firsts
3/12/2009
Setting their own pace
Boys basketball team wins at Morris; postseason underway - 3/5/2009
Out of time
Girls basketball team outscores Freeport in second half, but rally falls short - 3/5/2009
Wolves too quick for West Chicago
Boys basketball team wins regional quarterfinal - 3/5/2009
Frenetic style of play does in Wolves
Boys basketball team ends season with loss to East Aurora - 3/5/2009
Possibility for special March exists for Oswego
The Column - 3/5/2009
Sectional contender
School-record 24th win sends Oswego into title game against Freeport - 2/26/2009
State championship escapes Howell
Oswego junior earns second place after top-ranked Goebel bests him in finals - 2/26/2009
Going the distance
Reppy advances to state in 500 freestyle - 2/26/2009
Underdogs pull out regional championship
Lady Panthers claim trophy after big start against Royals - 2/26/2009
Trojans bring end to Wolves' storied year
Lead slips away in third quarter - 2/26/2009
Ready to state his case
Howell wins sectional title, advances to Champaign - 2/19/2009
Second quarter efforts seal victory
Defensive stand helps Lady Panthers extend lead over Chargers for regional semifinal win - 2/19/2009
Getting it done on the road
Wolves on four-game win streak as postseason nears - 2/19/2009
Showing her true colors
Paralympics swimmer tells life-changing story to District 308 athletes - 2/19/2009
Conference title chances take a hit
Third-quarter run results in loss at Plainfield North - 2/19/2009
Panthers advance five to sectionals
Howell wins title at 215, berth to state determined this weekend - 2/12/2009
Sectional showcase
After season-high score at regionals, five advance - 2/12/2009
Big games arrive for Lady Panthers
Girls basketball team puts 12-game win streak on line against Plainfield North - 2/12/2009
Barnes does it all for Wolves
Senior forward contributes in subtle ways for boys basketball team - 2/12/2009
Conference title at stake
Boys basketball team heads into Friday's game on 10-game win streak - 2/12/2009
Panther Country
Ziemnik's late three-pointer seals win for Panthers against Wolves - 2/5/2009
Untouchable
Lady Panthers win 11 straight games, top Wolves in crosstown game - 2/5/2009
Panthers make their case at state
Bowling team ends first year at varsity level with top 10 finish - 2/5/2009
No conference title for Oswego schools
Panthers, Wolves prepare for bowling sectional - 2/5/2009
Team depth leads Oswego to third place
Mastodonato earns All-Conference honors on uneven bars - 2/5/2009
Time to shine
Harris embraces spotlight, leads Oswego East to upset win - 1/29/2009
On their way to state
Oswego bowlers claim first sectional trophy - 1/29/2009
Ziemnik's charge leads the way
Oswego boys basketball plays well in front of alumni - 1/29/2009
Early mistakes costly for Wolves
Oswego East falls to Batavia - 1/29/2009
Hitting their stride
Oswego wrestlers defeat state-ranked Morris - 1/29/2009
Bringing home the title
Panthers place five bowlers on All-Conference team while Wolves hold their own - 1/22/2009
Wolves hang on for win over Sabres
Harris scores game-high 24 points to lead team - 1/22/2009
All-around effort leads to win
Seibert helps out big three with 10 points for Oswego - 1/22/2009
Lady Panthers close in on SPC leaders
Oswego posts fourth straight conference win - 1/22/2009
Patience pays off at Kaneland Invite
Howell, Muzzalupo earn championship medals - 1/22/2009
Big lead slips away
Oswego East girls basketball team held to four points in fourth quarter - 1/15/2009
Big men deliver
Trio's inside play lifts Panthers to win - 1/15/2009
Galow joins select few
OHS senior eclipses 1,000 points - 1/15/2009
Lady Panthers remain in SPC hunt
Three straight Oswego wins keep team in heated league race - 1/15/2009
Second quarter surge leads Wolves to win
Boys basketball team moves back to .500 mark - 1/15/2009
Wolves claim another tourney title
Oswego East adds fifth bowling trophy to collection - 1/8/2009
Howell leads improved finish
Junior places third at Berman holiday Classic - 1/8/2009
Defensive stops not there against Bulldogs
Boys basketball team finishes fourth at tournament - 1/8/2009
Team depth pays off with season-high score
Gymnastics team takes fourth at home invitational - 1/8/2009
Conference schedule heats up in January
Swimmers get first test against DeKalb - 1/8/2009
Panthers stumble in semifinal round
Conant's pressure limits Oswego in open court - 1/1/2009
Turnovers add up in loss to Al Raby
Wolves finish sixth in tournament play - 1/1/2009
Wolves tested in tournament play
Girls basketball finished 2-2 to place sixth in Holiday Classic - 1/1/2009
Defense stifles Andrew
Wolves advance to fifth-place game - 12/25/2008
Pressure points
Douglas creates havoc in second half with defense - 12/25/2008
Free throw shooting seals win
Ziemnik, Wright go 5-for-6 at line in fourth quarter to defeat Glenbard East - 12/25/2008
Forfeits again factor into Panther loss
Team prepares for Palatine's Berman Holiday Classic - 12/25/2008
Getting into the holiday spirit
Panthers 2-0 in Oswego Holiday Classic - 12/18/2008
Oswego East ready for tournament play
Title hunt begins with Elgin Larkin - 12/18/2008
A sour loss to handle
Tigers' Lemon, McMath cause problems in second half to force OT - 12/18/2008
Wolves earn first conference win
Oswego East falls to East Aurora in non-conference - 12/18/2008
Wolves experience plenty of mat time
After tough week, Oswego East heads to Ralph Krupke Classic - 12/18/2008
Right back at you
Mitchell scores big against Wolves - 12/11/2008
A good feeling
Despite illness, Jackson's free throws lead Wolves to win over Panthers - 12/11/2008
Pins seal win against conference rival
Panthers beat Wolves to start SPC season - 12/11/2008
How hot are the Panthers?
The Column - 12/11/2008
Oswego moving to head of the class
Panther bowling team continues perfect start - 12/11/2008
No contest
Wolves top IC for tournament title, set school record against Westmont - 12/4/2008
Panthers win first meeting of rivals
Oswego defeats Oswego East to clinch third place in Hoops for Healing Tournament - 12/4/2008
Improvement already made from last season
Wrestlers finish 2-1 at Kaneland Quad - 12/4/2008
Panthers top Antioch for third
Ziemnik, Wright named All-Tournament - 12/4/2008
Postseason accolades stream in for players
Riley, Jeffries earn place on All-State list - 12/4/2008
Cool under pressure
Panthers trail nearly entire game, but late basket by Mitchell is deciding factor - 11/27/2008
Wartalowicz finishes third at state
Junior turns in season-best time in breaststroke - 11/27/2008
Wolves pick up pace in tournament play
Team defeats Luther North, Plainfield South - 11/27/2008
Viser supplies instant offense
Guards overcome Barbs' big man to earn season-opening win - 11/27/2008
Defense can't hold up against Vikings
Lady Panthers drop first tournament game - 11/27/2008
Taking their marks
Schropp, four swimmers set sights on state finals - 11/20/2008
Southwest Prairie play gets underway
Oswego wins big over Romeoville, Oswego East falls to Minooka - 11/20/2008
Area teams ready to bowl over opponents
Oswego, Oswego East teams embark on varsity-level boys bowling - 11/20/2008
As Galow goes ...
So go the Panthers, who start their season with loafty goals - 11/20/2008
Off to the races
How quick Wolves play and learn new roles will determine success - 11/20/2008
A Rocky knockout
Late Rock Island rally ends Oswego's season - 11/13/2008
State elite
Oswego's Sliepka earns All-State honors; East's Michalek competes in 3A - 11/13/2008
Filled with anticipation
OHS girls young but experienced squad - 11/13/2008
Season of opportunity
OEHS girls shoot for another winning season - 11/13/2008
Veterans provide leadership on court
Coaches, teammates look to senior players for guidance, assistance - 11/13/2008
Elite Eight
Panthers win sectional, fall to Notre Dame to end year - 11/6/2008
Panthers execute
Defense posts shutout; Rock Island next - 11/6/2008
Two area runners reach state race
East's Michalek advances in Class 3A; Sliepka qualifies for third trip to Peoria - 11/6/2008
Second-place conference finish ends regular season
Focus now turns toward sectional meet - 11/6/2008
Oswego avenges loss to Bremen
Panthers fall to Lemont in regional title match - 11/6/2008
Special season continues
Panthers to play for sectional title in Rochelle - 10/30/2008
Six Wolves advance to sectional
Michalek third at regional - 10/30/2008
Rich East rolls into Oswego
Rockets to put power offense against Panthers' top defense - 10/30/2008
Solid showing at Fox Valley Invite
Team focuses on conference meet - 10/30/2008
Sliepka races to first
Boys, girls advance to East Peoria Sectional - 10/30/2008
A measure of progress
Oswego rides wave of momentum with conference win over Oswego East - 10/23/2008
Victory slips away
Ontiveros shot hits off inside post; Oswego East falls to West Aurora - 10/23/2008
Oswego East doubles team wins sectionals
Jackson sisters head to state - 10/23/2008
Goals come early and often for Oswego
Overmatched Chargers no match for Panthers - 10/23/2008
Michalek leaves mark as conference champ
Runners now focus on regional races - 10/23/2008
No trip to Normal
Low scores from rest of field doesn't allow Panther trio to advance to state - 10/16/2008
District 308 teams boast league champions
Oswego and Oswego East place in singles, doubles action - 10/16/2008
Wildcats assume SPC lead
Oswego falls to Plainfield Central 22-6 - 10/16/2008
Area runners ready for conference
Teams gather at Morris for Southwest Prairie race - 10/16/2008
Fourth-quarter charge falls short
Wolves hold Tigers scoreless in second half - 10/16/2008
Taking a stand
Wolves stop Spartans at goal line to preserve 7-0 lead and first SPC win - 10/9/2008
SPC crown in sight
Panther football improves to 4-0 in league action - 10/9/2008
Oswego golf trio advance
Wolves have tougher time at 3A level - 10/9/2008
Wolves hunt for title
Tennis team enters SPC tourney in second place - 10/9/2008
Fall celebration
Jernstad part of Windy City baseball championship - 10/9/2008
Worth the risk
Two-point conversion in overtime clinches Panther win - 10/2/2008
Sliepka finally No. 1
After finishing second in 2007, Oswego runner wins invite - 10/2/2008
Home invitational kind to Oswego
Ligeza leads way with two wins, team second - 10/2/2008
Wolves hit hard in first quarter
Fumble, interception, injury spells loss to Minooka - 10/2/2008
Wolves finding their way to the top
Team plays Plainfield Central in big conference game - 10/2/2008
Setting themselves apart
Wolves' second-half outburst breaks 1-1 tie for win over Panthers - 9/25/2008
Panther rally falls short against Bartlett
Oswego can't match Hawks' power - 9/25/2008
Team progress not enough for win
Wolves fail to convert in red zone against Wildcats - 9/25/2008
Panthers battle crowd at Detweiller
Team prepares for annual ACC Charger Classic - 9/25/2008
Panthers rise to challenges at Rosary Invite
Tennis team picks up key wins in sectional field - 9/25/2008
Rain man
Riley scores four first-half touchdowns to lead Panthers to SPC victory over Wolves - 9/18/2008
Second half play nets conference win
Three quick goals push Panthers over Cougars - 9/18/2008
Wolves notch first league win over Spartans
Team falls to Minooka in opener - 9/18/2008
Runners preview state course at Detweiller
Sliepka fifth at Joliet Invite, wins triangular - 9/18/2008
Panthers ready to pick up pace in Peoria
Rain slows down Joliet Invite results - 9/18/2008
First tournament challenges Panthers, Wolves
After tough pool play, Oswego East wins one in Copper Bracket - 9/11/2008
Panthers play waiting game
Team finishes 25th at Batavia Invite - 9/11/2008
Bartlett defense stalls Panthers
Oswego shut out in home opener - 9/11/2008
Wolves, Panthers clash in SPC opener
Tennis team takes six matches against Oswego - 9/11/2008
The more difficult part
Wolves have week off to rest after busy start - 9/11/2008
Opening series sets stage for win
Riley scores four TDs, racks up 211 yards for Panthers - 9/4/2008
Wolves win season opener
Defense stops Phoenix - 9/4/2008
Wild play leads to exciting finish
Wolves begin play in Red Devil Cup at Hinsdale Central - 9/4/2008
Young players add talent to Wolves' roster
Tennis team takes 14 of 15 matches at JCA Quad to place first - 9/4/2008
Juniors get chance to shine
Graduation leaves holes to fill, but Rivera ready to run - 8/28/2008
Seniors lead by example
Dedicated group have sights set on another playoff season - 8/28/2008
New coach raises expectations on court
Lorenz shakes up offensive plans, looks for improvement - 8/28/2008
Raising the bar
Thurlwell finds strength in middle hitters - 8/28/2008
The Column
How it began - 8/28/2008
IHSA to implement drug testing program during 2008-09 school year
8/21/2008
New face at quarterback for Oswego East football
Aceret, Avila add depth to position - 8/21/2008
Welch earns dream job
Panthers have new QB to direct offense in '08 - 8/21/2008
Oh Snap!
: Oswego High grad Keely prepares for starting role on Illinois football team - 8/14/2008
Williams signs NHL contract
2006 OHS graduate to report to Avalanche training camp in mid-September - 8/14/2008
Riley to go from Panthers to Wildcats
OHS senior commits to play football at Northwestern - 8/14/2008
Lewis takes unexpected journey
Oswego High graduate about to start his senior football season at Southern Illinois - 8/14/2008
: Brostowitz set to carry Wolves this season
Senior boys golfer fully healed from ankle injury that hampered his play last year - 8/14/2008
In rare company
OHS alum Magee looks to make his mark during senior year at Purdue - and play his way into a spot in the 2009 NFL Draft and onto a team's roster - 8/7/2008
Having a focus
Oswego, Oswego East girls basketball both tailor summer schedules to fit their teams - 8/7/2008
Casula gets his chance to shine
OHS grad to play Saturday in annual Shrine football game - 7/24/2008
Finding their happy medium
Wolves baseball has inconsistent summer, but new player gain varsity experience - 7/24/2008
Postseason plans go awry
OEHS baseball suffers 8-2 loss with multitude of miscues - 7/17/2008
Playing the Learning Game
OHS baseball has up and down summer, but gets plenty of production from different players - 7/17/2008
Oswego native beats the odds
Klatt performs feat most golfers spend lifetime hoping for; and he did it twice only 10 days apart - 7/17/2008
Oswego East falls just short
Wolves finish second at SPC Shootout, Panthers end up in fourth at boys basketball tourney - 7/17/2008
Second time not so nice
Oswego East baseball can't pull off comeback magic again against Plainfield Central - 7/10/2008
Stealing their way to a sweep
Oswego baseball ends winless skid with two victories on Monday, but won't compete in IHSBCA playoffs - 7/10/2008
Oswego hosts first-ever event
All eight SWP teams set to compete at boys basketball tourney - 7/10/2008
Walks don't equal wins
Oswego baseball gets swept by Plainfield South - 7/3/2008
OHS sees different looks at passing event
Football team has productive day at OEHS - 7/3/2008
Lack of crucial hits hurts Cats
Oswego's Chicago Suburban baseball league team loses late Tuesday - 7/3/2008
Quality opponents from the beginning
Oswego football has three of its first four games on the road - 7/3/2008
A tough start
Last year's 8A football state champ visits OEHS for home opener - 7/3/2008
Competition still undecided
OEHS starting QB up for grabs, but Wolves gain more experience at own 7-on-7 tournament - 7/3/2008
Bounces don't go Panthers way
Oswego baseball loses, ties in doubleheader at Yorkville - 6/26/2008
Passing tournament leads to more practice
QB positions at OHS, OEHS still up for grabs as teams compete Friday - 6/26/2008
Panthers, Wolves, reach semifinals at OEHS Shootout
25 teams compete at two-day event - 6/26/2008
OHS athletic secretary retires
Hafenrichter set to enjoy gardening and traveling - 6/19/2008
Perfect no more
Oswego baseball suffers first loss of summer schedule - 6/19/2008
New assistant sports editor joins staff
6/19/2008
Rolling along
Oswego East's Johnson to continue bowling career out on East Coast in same conference as former teammate - 6/19/2008
Oswego East baseball loses late
Wolves rally to tie Yorkville, but defensive lapses play role in defeat - 6/19/2008
LS Year in Review 2007-08
6/12/2008
Comeback kids
Down 11-0, Oswego East baseball rallies late, splits doubleheader - 6/12/2008
Winds of change
Southwest Prairie Conference to lose Morris; fourth Plainfield high school to open - 6/5/2008
Mission accomplished
Panthers achieve goals set in 2008 season - 6/5/2008
Panthers to suit up in collegiate uniforms
Oswego football program recognizes 11 seniors headed to next level - 6/5/2008
Oswego turns season around with late rally
After 5-12 start, baseball team finishes with 16 wins - 6/5/2008
Wolves look to future
Baseball team sets foundation under Vera - 6/5/2008
Noteworthy performances
East's long jumper lands fourth-place finish - 5/29/2008
All-State honors
Oswego hurdler places fourth in 300 event - 5/29/2008
Seniors close out tennis careers at state
Six players represent Oswego in final tournament - 5/29/2008
Volleyball team celebrates historic finish
Panthers capture first regional championship - 5/29/2008
Oswego falls to Naperville Central
Panther season ends in sectional semifinal - 5/29/2008
Panthers pass first postseason test
Oswego meets Benet for regional title - 5/22/2008
Oswego tops IMSA
Stone, Figgins key big sixth-inning rally - 5/22/2008
Tennis team takes historic step to state
Oswego wins sectional title as two singles players, two doubles pairs advance - 5/22/2008
Tracking success
East track qualifies for state in three events - 5/22/2008
Return to Charleston
King to compete in 300, 110 hurdle events - 5/22/2008
East track stars make history
East track stars make history - 5/15/2008
Sliepka returns to EIU
Distance runner sets sights on 3,200-meter hardware - 5/15/2008
Champions' day
Oswego wins share of SPC crown; East's Dyba takes first at No. 3 singles - 5/15/2008
Lead slips away from softball team
Rosary breaks 4-4 tie for non-conference win over Oswego - 5/15/2008
Regional tourney arrives for volleyball
Oswego East wins four of last six matches - 5/15/2008
All eyes on Oswego
Undefeated Panthers seek SPC title; Wolves look to better third-place standing - 5/8/2008
Wolves seek bright ending
Baseball team tries to build momentum - 5/8/2008
Track teams shift gears to SPC, sectionals
Sliepka seeks return to state meet in distance events - 5/8/2008
Panthers claw into state tournament
Garrett, Bajorski qualify for badminton finals - 5/8/2008
Panthers take step closer to SPC crown
Panthers take step closer to SPC crown - 5/8/2008
Sectional prize awaits
Badminton players look for place in state tournament; teams finish SPC season - 5/1/2008
Conference win slips away in eighth
Oswego's 4-0 lead turns into 5-4 loss to Plainfield South - 5/1/2008
Wolves hold off feisty Titans for victory
Volleyball team records non-conference win - 5/1/2008
East tennis continues momentum in SPC
Wolves top Morris for third straight win - 5/1/2008
East secures lead, win in shortened game
Baseball team defeats Plainfield Central 12-11 to snap skid - 5/1/2008
Panthers pursue SPC title
Oswego’s 2-1 win over East sets up key game against Plainfield Central - 4/24/2008
East athletes commit to collegiate teams
Minkel bound for SIU’s swim team; Campbell heads south to continue hoops career - 4/24/2008
Coaching changes set for East athletics
Eimer hired to lead varsity girls basketball - 4/24/2008
Panthers second at volleyball invite
Oswego falls to Neuqua Valley in title game - 4/24/2008
Track teams gear up for final set of invitationals
Boys host Oswego Invite; girls to WWS Invite - 4/24/2008
Home run snaps skid
Prinzing's three-run bomb lifts Oswego over Wildcats - 4/17/2008
Focus shifts for rivals
Oswego East hosts Oswego in District 308 showdown - 4/17/2008
Wolves suffer late-inning setback to Tigers
Oswego East drops Game 2 of conference series - 4/17/2008
Oswego finally reaches finish line
Track team competes in first outdoor meet - 4/17/2008
Panthers look for silver lining
Oswego falls to Romeoville at Silver Cross Field - 4/10/2008
Wolves celebrate milestone
Softball team battles wind, rain to defeat Oswego - 4/10/2008
Soccer team meets challenges head on
Oswego records two conference wins - 4/10/2008
Softball team strikes out IMSA for first win
Oswego holds off late Titan rally - 4/10/2008
Wolves anticipate return to Champaign
East baseball focuses on SPC opener, Charlie Due Tournament - 4/7/2008
East drops SPC opener to North
Wolves gear up for rivalry game at Oswego - 4/7/2008
Badminton team raises expectations
Badminton team raises expectations - 4/7/2008
Wolves anxious for big week on diamond
Postponements create big week for softball - 4/7/2008
Wolves record first wins at invite
East defeats T.F. North, Hinsdale South at Plainfield North tournament - 3/27/2008
Panthers can't shake Huskies in extra innings
Prinzing ties game in bottom of seventh, but Naperville North claims Opening Day win - 3/27/2008
New coaches prepare Wolves for outdoor season
Track and field teams gear up for 2008 campaign - 3/27/2008
Panthers see added team depth this spring
Oswego track teams growing in 2008 - 3/27/2008
Panthers catch spring fever
Oswego rebuilds with junior class - 3/20/2008
Wolves optimistic under new head coach
Vera takes over Oswego East baseball program - 3/20/2008
Panthers enjoy added team depth
Girls soccer team boasts 20 on spring roster - 3/20/2008
No more excuses
Oswego East soccer tem stirs excitement for 2008 - 3/20/2008
Oswego under direction of new head coach
Softball team looks to fill holes left by eight graduated starters - 3/20/2008
Seniors lead young team onto diamond
Oswego East junior class brings added veteran experience - 3/20/2008
East program makes positive gains
Wolves follow breakthrough season with 17 wins, Holmes named conference MVP - 3/13/2008
Schnable reflects on team progress
Oswego hits stride at regional tournament - 3/13/2008
Regional shootout goes to Rockets
Oswego averages 71 points in postseason, but Burlington Central denies Panthers title - 3/6/2008
Oswego East rally falls short to York
Class 4A debut ends in semifinal round - 3/6/2008
Boys’ bowling becomes newest District 308 sport
Oswego, East create teams for 2008-09 - 3/6/2008
Lady Panthers answer coach's challenges
Pohlmann integrates new defensive system, Oswego finishes with winning record - 3/6/2008
Wolves meet expectations in third season
Ayodele earns All-Conference status as Oswego East's scoring leader - 3/6/2008
Oswego dominates playoff opener
Panthers sink eight triples to defeat Foxes - 2/28/2008
Wolves settle for second behind Tigers
Oswego East wins final SPC battle, but Plainfield North secures last two games for first - 2/28/2008
Sprinter ends season
Glavan competes in 50 free at state meet - 2/28/2008
Glavan makes final push for state finals
Senior sprinter makes third trip in 50-yard freestyle - 2/21/2008
Chicago-bound Wolves near end
Oswego East closes out regular season at United - 2/21/2008
Panthers upset Tigers to highlight Senior Night
Boys basketball team defeats conference leader Plainfield North - 2/21/2008
Rosary brings end to Oswego's season
Wright paces Lady Panthers with 27 points; Ziemnik advances in three-point contest - 2/21/2008
The Column by Kristin Sharp
IHSA restrictions limit newspaper coverage - 2/14/2008
Tournament fever arrives in Oswego
Panthers rout Indians to reach title game - 2/14/2008
Oswego East girls basketball win first postseason game
Wolves top Plainfield South 59-24 - 2/14/2008
Oswego East bowlers add to trophy case
Wolves placed fifth in state tournament, Johnson All-State - 2/14/2008
East wrestler fourth at sectionals
Templin falls to D-C grappler - 2/14/2008
Pool party
Swimmers, divers lead Oswego co-op to sixth straight conference championship - 2/7/2008
Wolves make return trip to Cherry Bowl Lanes
Oswego East wins Sycamore Sectional - 2/7/2008
Pair of area wrestlers bound for sectional
Aguado becomes first qualifier at Oswgo East, Templin to represent - 2/7/2008
Waite, Hammond give all-around effort
At-large scores send two Oswego gymnasts to Neuqua Valley - 2/7/2008
Primed for regionals
Wolves clinch sixth in SPC Tournament, Panthers seventh - 1/31/2008
Perfect balance leads soph to second title
Hammond wins beam championship, Musser All-Conference on bars - 1/31/2008
Oswego sizes up United Center
The Column By Chris Mayer - 1/31/2008
Wolves fall to Tigers despite late rally
Plainfield North claims first place in SPC standings with win over East - 1/31/2008
Area bowlers take first step toward state
Oswego, East head to Four Seasons Sports for Sycamore Sectional - 1/31/2008
Panthers left with disappointment
Plainfield South steals momentum, picks up 57-53 victory over Oswego - 1/24/2008
Long-awaited win
Wolves clinch first victory over Redskins - 1/24/2008
Wolves eye big rematch with Tigers
Oswego East seeks revenge after earlier loss with top seat in SPC standings at stake - 1/24/2008
Bowlers gear up for conference tournament
Oswego East enters as defending SPC champions - 1/24/2008
Wolves unroll mats for SPC tournament
1/24/2008
Confidence boost before conference
Gymnasts defeat Geneva on Senior Night - 1/17/2008
Oswego awaits return to familiar place
Six-game road trip comes to end after Panthers record SPC win over Romeoville - 1/17/2008
Last dual meet arrives for Oswego wrestlers
Panthers place seventh at Kaneland Invite - 1/17/2008
DuPage Valley team gets best of Oswego
West Aurora sinks seven free throws in final stretch to win by five - 1/17/2008
Swimmers prep for upcoming Fox Valley Invite
Oswego places third at R-B Invite - 1/17/2008
Comeback kids
Sophomores help rally Lady Panthers from nine-point - 1/10/2008
Grapplers clinch first wins in new year
Oswego wrestling team defeats Streamwood, South Elgin - 1/10/2008
Final outcome can't spoil fun for Wolves
Oswego East falls to Crystal Lake South 55-54 at Aurora University - 1/10/2008
Wolves have reason to celebrate
Girls basketball team clinches fifth place after 3-1 tournament record - 1/3/2008
Oswego East overcomes late setback
After loss to ACC, boys basketball team tops Naperville North for fifth - 1/3/2008
Panthers pull out victory in tournament finale
After three losses, Oswego defeats Eisenhower 55-51 - 1/3/2008
Upcoming invite to preview sectional field
Oswego East bowlers head to Sycamore's annual Matt Clark Invite - 1/3/2008
Upcoming invite to preview sectional field
Oswego East bowlers head to Sycamore's annual Matt Clark Invite - 1/3/2008
Panthers unwrap second place finish
Oswego sweeps pool play, falls to Rosary 52-39 in championship game - 12/27/2007
Oswego embarks on York tournament
Panthers join 16-team Jack Tosh field - 12/27/2007
Oswego East embarks on Waubonsie Valley tournament
Wolves begin play in Green Division - 12/27/2007
Panthers poised for championship
Oswego 2-0 in Orange Division after big win over Glenbard East - 12/20/2007
Momentum swing
Oswego East wins three in SPC play - 12/20/2007
Wolves show improvement at Yorkville Invite
Four grapplers claim top-six finishes - 12/20/2007
Wolves hit roadblock in Plainfield
Rebounds with overtime win over Sandwich - 12/20/2007
Panthers take breather after two SPC wins
Boys basketball team downs Plainfield Central, Minooka - 12/20/2007
Defense paves way for Wolves
Oswego East snaps skid with Southwest Prairie win over Panthers - 12/13/2007
Oswego East grapplers pin Panthers for win
Six consecutive wins lead Wolves to inaugural victory over Oswego - 12/13/2007
Panthers nab key SPC victory over Wildcats
Oswego pulls away in fourth quarter - 12/13/2007
Conference play heats up for area bowlers
Oswego East wins close battle over Morris - 12/13/2007
The Column By Chris Mayer
The Column By Chris Mayer - 12/6/2007
East bowlers defend invitational win
Oswego ninth in Fremd's Valhalla Invite; Plainfield North's Strikefest next - 12/6/2007
East trio highlights first invite
Wolves 12th at Hinsdale S. - 12/6/2007
Late effort secures victory over Redskins
Boys basketball team starts 1-0 in Southwest Prairie Conference - 12/6/2007
East Aurora uses big run to top Wolves
East drops non-conference game to Tomcats - 12/6/2007
Panthers dominate in early SPC contests
Girls basketball tops Plainfield South 56-20 - 12/6/2007
Perfect run leads Wolves to trophy
Girls team wins tournament, Ayodele named MVP - 11/29/2007
Late rally sparks Oswego win over DeKalb
Panthers clinch fifth place with 2-2 finish in tournament - 11/29/2007
FT shooting woes plague Wolves in finale
Oswego East finished fourth after loss to Geneva - 11/29/2007
Area bowlers fill lanes at Wildcat Invite
Oswego East takes runner-up honors, Oswego places 12th - 11/29/2007
Oswego enjoys championship day
Relay, four individual events medal at swimming state final - 11/22/2007
Work in progress
Oswego East basketball team returns after successful seasons - 11/22/2007
Oswego expectations high
Panthers to start basketball season in home tournament - 11/22/2007
Panthers, Wolves split tournament games
Local teams enter break with 1-1 records - 11/22/2007
Fourth-quarter play lifts Oswego to win
Panthers defeat Crete-Monee 48-45 to finish 2-2 in Romeoville tourney - 11/22/2007
Oswego makes waves at sectional
Four swimmers, diver qualify for state; Leubner named Coach of Year - 11/15/2007
Wolves boast young team with big goals
Wolves boast young team with big goals - 11/15/2007
New Oswego coach inherits veteran squad
Pholmann to pace Panther sideline; four starters return - 11/15/2007
Panthers meet, exceed expectations
Keely and staff orchestrate another playoff season - 11/15/2007
The Column by Kristin Sharp
IHSA's new class system far from perfect - 11/8/2007
Game decided with two late TDs
Prairie Ridge scores final 14 points to secure playoff victory over Oswego - 11/8/2007
Oswego runner hangs tough at stat meet
Sliepka places 51st in Class 3A final at Detweiller Park - 11/8/2007
Wolves battle mixed emotions after season
Green notes progress, but playoff hopes not fulfilled - 11/8/2007
East soccer receives Sportsmanship Award
Cisneros, Hoeppner given All-Conference honors - 11/8/2007
Defense allows fewest goals in three years
Zimmermann, Giraldo lead offense with six goals each - 11/8/2007
Run game leads to win
Riley's three TDs help Panthers maintain lead - 11/1/2007
Big return to Peoria
Sliepka navitages sectional course to advance to state - 11/1/2007
Oswego reclaims conference championship
Four top swims, diving title help lift co-op team over R-B - 11/1/2007
Bremen ends Oswego's volleyball season in Game 3
Weaver finishes with 14 kills, Panthers end season in regional semifinal - 11/1/2007
Wolf spikers can't stop Cougars in third matchup
Volleyball team falls to Plainfield South in two games - 11/1/2007
The Column by Chris Mayer
The scary good and scary bad of sports - 10/25/2007
Panthers survive early scare
East's 6-3 lead short-lived, loss ends Wolves' season - 10/25/2007
Oswego ready for new season
Lake Forest wins OT battle, next stop Panther Country - 10/25/2007
Soccer teams fall in regional semifinals
Wolves blanked 5-0 by Waubonsie Valley, Panthers lose 3-2 to Marmion - 10/25/2007
Bound for Peoria
Oswego teams qualify for Normal Sectional, Oswego East ends season at regionals - 10/25/2007
Panthers, Wolves refocus before regionals
Oswego East def. Oswego in two games, Panthers find success at invite - 10/18/2007
Conlee rides highs, lows at state meet
East golfer cards 157 over two days at Fox Creek to tie for 32nd - 10/18/2007
SPC race creates optimism for regionals
Oswego’s Sliepka second overall, runners now head to Minooka Regional - 10/18/2007
Time runs out on Oswego East victory
Time runs out on Oswego East victory - 10/18/2007
Physical soccer game ends with tie score
Oswego ends with five points in Waubonsie Valley Invite - 10/18/2007
The Column
Bears’ win helps ease pain of Cubs’ sweep - 10/11/2007
Conlee enters uncharted territory
East golfer cards 75 at Lick Creek to qualify for Class 3A state - 10/11/2007
Wolves fall to Redskins
Late TDs can't dent Morris' early lead for 33-12 defeat - 10/11/2007
Panthers ace conference tournament
Oswego wins three titles, Oswego East takes fourth with two champions - 10/11/2007
WV tourney brings close to regular season
Oswego defeats Oswego East 1-0 in final meeting - 10/11/2007
East continues to rewrite history
Wolves win record fourth game; SPC leader Morris comes to town for inaugural Homecoming - 10/4/2007
Golf sectional to include trio
Ramey, Conlee, Schoppe head to Pekin's Lick Creek - 10/4/2007
Fleury helps Oswego get ahead in Plainfield
Two field goals lift Panthers to early lead en route to victory over Wildcats - 10/4/2007
Senior golfers have big day at SPC meet
Morris wins crown ahead of fourth-place Oswego and fifth-place Oswego East - 10/4/2007
Clean sweep
Oswego tennis team finishes SPC duals with 7-0 record - 9/27/2007
The Oswego varsity girls' tennis team hasn't met a conference team it didn't have an answer for this season.
Oswego co-op tops West Chicago to win invitational - 9/27/2007
Oswego finds perfect combo for win
Casula covers 112 yards in first half, defense holds steady against Plainfield South - 9/27/2007
Panthers take Redskins to three in SPC play
Volleyball team can't hold on in Game 3, Oswego now begins second half of season - 9/27/2007
Home, sweet home
First home game nets big win for Oswego East football team on Senior Night - 9/20/2007
Early run helps Wolves top Panthers
Oswego East takes 10-1 lead to start, wins 25-17, 25-19 - 9/20/2007
The Oswego East girls volleyball team had prepared a big night for Oswego to come to town in the first Southwest Prairie Conference meeting of the 2007 season.
Oswego schedule lightens up after eight matches in 12 days - 9/20/2007
East soccer aims for big finish on home field
Wolves to host SPC leader Minooka before road swing - 9/20/2007
Oswego Invite arrives for swim team
Oswego Invite arrives for swim team - 9/20/2007
The Column
Where is Big Run Golf Club? - 9/13/2007
Panthers make strides at Joliet invite
Sliepka places third overall, Gatlin and Garcia set pace for boys' team at first big invite - 9/13/2007
Weather cooperates for Panther Scramble finish
Oswego's first team takes ninth overall, Oswego East places 12th at Fox Bend event - 9/13/2007
Redskins steal victory in final minute
Oswego's 19-16 lead evaporates in Southwest Prairie opener - 9/13/2007
Tennis teams enter heart of conference play
9/13/2007
Time runs out for Panther victory
Downers Grove South takes 3-2 win over Oswego with corner kick in third overtime - 9/6/2007
Volleyball team endures early growing pains
Lady Panthers fall to Plainfield South in two games - 9/6/2007
Bartlett steals momentum to top Oswego
Panthers take .500 record into SPC opener against Morris - 9/6/2007
Panther Scramble next stop for area golfers
Oswego defeats Oswego East on fifth-score tiebreaker - 9/6/2007
September play opens with league victory
Oswego East defeats Romeoville 4-1 after earlier SPC loss - 9/6/2007
Young Subs fan sings her heart out at Wrigley Field
Young Subs fan sings her heart out at Wrigley Field - 9/6/2007
First-half fireworks: Oswego East
Wolves score on all five possessions in second quarter to rout St. Joseph - 8/30/2007
First-half fireworks: Oswego High School
Panthers shut out Redwings after three first-half touchdowns - 8/30/2007
First week twice as fun
The Column - 8/30/2007
Soccer showdown ahead for area teams
Oswego East hosts rival Panthers in SPC play - 8/30/2007
Wolves return host of standout veterans
Ugone, Sherman provide team leadership as this year's volleyball captains - 8/30/2007
Young Panthers to learn from early matches
Veteran Weaver returns to court as tri-captain with teammates Baumgartner, Miller - 8/30/2007
Fancy footwork
Carlisle seeks adaptability for his newest Panther soccer team this year - 8/23/2007
Back in action
Wolves look to continue making strides after double-digit wins last fall - 8/23/2007
Golfers experience first tournaments of season
East's Ramey seventh at Larkin Invite; Schoppe, Stiles early Panther leaders - 8/23/2007
Oswego runners set out on course to success
Under new head coaches, Panther teams return plenty of veteran experience - 8/23/2007
Wolves start building foundation for year
Four runners return from boys' rregional squad, girls team brings back seven to starting line - 8/23/2007
Off and running
Wolves continue building process after making strides last season - 8/16/2007
Oswego returns to gridiron
Under new head coach, Panthers look to continue program success - 8/16/2007
Two senior veterans help pave way for East
Conlee, Ramey provide leadership, Wolves directed by new head coach - 8/16/2007
Panthers tested early with loaded schedule
SPC Invite, Panther Stableford Invite coming up for Oswego golfers - 8/16/2007
IHSA changes now become reality
Enrollment, growth split Oswego and Oswego East in four-class system - 8/9/2007
New level of responsibility
Code of Conduct changes - 8/9/2007
Oswego catcher lands on USA roster
Quinones makes week long trip to Puerto Rico with Coast to Coast Athletics - 8/2/2007
Oswego quarterback shows All-Star talent
Schulz throws touchdown pass to help West defeat East in Illinois' annual Shrine game - 7/26/2007
Sun sets on summer baseball
St. Charles East limits Oswego to four hits in playoff opener - 7/19/2007
East season closes with trip to Machesney Park
Wolves drop game to Harlem, 4-2 - 7/19/2007
Mother Nature tops Panther club
Rain leaves Oswego with one complete game in 15-day span - 7/12/2007
Wisconsin teams come to play
Oswego Cats to open crossover with Manitowoc Bandits - 7/12/2007
Dominant Wolf pitching holds off Huskies
Crackel allows just two hits in six innings, Naperville North rallies in seventh for win - 7/5/2007
Cats top Oak Forest
Oswego splits doubleheader with Game 1 shutout victory - 7/5/2007
Panthers finish extended break
Oswego to play eight games in four days - 7/5/2007
Early lead faces in loss to Montini
Wolves' busy stretch to end with Geneva twinbill - 6/28/2007
Panthers split series with Huskies
Oswego wins opener 2-0, Naperville North takes Game 2 on big home - 6/28/2007
Competition heats up for Oswego Cats
Team records two victories to start season - 6/28/2007
Vera leads Wolves into summer play.
Former assistant baseball coach takes on new role, team wins home opener - 6/21/2007
New lineup, same results
Summer squad wins four of first five games - 6/21/2007
2006-07: A year of firsts and farewells
Oswego East honors initial senior athletes, chapters end for retiring OHS coaches - 6/14/2007
Devil Rays select area pitcher in draft
Ayers inks one-year contract with Tampa Bay - 6/14/2007
Waiting for the call
After record-breaking senior season, Ayers aspires to join pro baseball ranks - 6/7/2007
Oswego baseball team reflects on season
6/7/2007
Oswego East baseball team reflects on season
6/7/2007
Season generates several historic wins
OHS volleyball team wins record 22 victories - 6/7/2007
Oswego foiled by single run
Geneva downs Panthers 1-0 for program's first regional title - 5/31/2007
Lawrence earns state hardware
Oswego East junior places in long jump - 5/31/2007
McWethy wins three at state tournament
5/31/2007
Althoff tops Oswego in third game for title
Volleyball team ends record-setting season - 5/31/2007
Volleyball team vies for regional title
Oswego, Belleville Althoff class in championship match for right to sectional spotlight - 5/24/2007
Tennis team aces sectional tournament
Panthers win first title, send three to state - 5/24/2007
Playoff victory twice as nice for Wolves
Baseball team claims first-ever Class AA postseason win - 5/24/2007
Wolves persevere in Romeoville rematch
Oswego East wins first postseason contest - 5/24/2007
Next stop: Charleston?
Boys track and field teams enter challenging Plainfield Central Sectional after SPC meet - 5/17/2007
Sliepka races to state
Panther distance runner takes third at sectionals - 5/17/2007
Wolves build toward regional tournament
East softball to meet Hinsdale Central - 5/17/2007
Panthers, Wolves named to All-Conference list
Tennis teams now eye state tournament as Oswego Sectional gets underway - 5/17/2007
Panther volleyball team secures SPC crown
Only Plainfield South not stands in way of perfect run - 5/17/2007
Oswego names newest basketball coach
Pohlmann selected to replace retiring Schnable in girls basketball program - 5/17/2007
Track teams aim for state finish line
Panthers head to sectional after fifth-place SPC finish - 5/10/2007
East girls track joins tough field at W. Aurora
Davis All-Conference at first Southwest Prairie meet - 5/10/2007
Badminton duo to state
OHS doubles team makes history as first-ever qualifiers - 5/10/2007
Ayers tosses one-hitter in Morris victory
Oswego wins series opener 3-0 over Redskins - 5/10/2007
East takes baseball series against Morris
Nine-run sixth inning propels final win - 5/10/2007
Tigers tame SPC field
Oswego repeats in second place, Wolves fifth overall - 5/3/2007
Oswego def. East
Panther volleyball improves to 7-0 in conference - 5/3/2007
Panthers shine at Oswego track invitational
1,600-meter relay ends night in dramatic fashion - 5/3/2007
Panthers make Senior Night memorable
Four graduating Panthers help Oswego to 5-1 victory over Oswego East - 5/3/2007
Wolves celebrate first conference victory
After 25 straight losses, baseball team enjoys 11-8 win over Plainfield Central - 5/3/2007
Goal-den girl
Eucker's first goal this season lifts Panthers to victory over East - 4/26/2007
Doubles team aces quad
Panther duo first overall, Oswego improves to 4-0 in SPC - 4/26/2007
Sliepka takes step closer to state meet
Distance runner meets qualifying time in 1,600, boys prepare for home invitational - 4/26/2007
East savors Geneva win
After four shutouts, baseball team defeats Vikings 8-7 - 4/26/2007
Cougars no match for undefeated Panthers
Oswego volleyball team now 6-0 in Southwest Prairie - 4/26/2007
Close call
Panthers hold off Wildcats for 10-9 conference victory - 4/19/2007
Soccer showdown pits Oswego vs. East
Oswego East starts week with win over Lisle, Oswego shuts out Romeoville - 4/19/2007
Track teams pick up pace
Outdoor season underway for Oswego athletes - 4/19/2007
Oswego sweetens victory over Minooka
Panthers expect test from Indians, volleyball team clinches in two - 4/19/2007
Big challenges ahead for East track teams
Girls head to Bremen, boys bound for Sabre Invite - 4/19/2007
Panthers score on costly East errors
Defensive standoff featured 16 Lawson strikeouts, Savu makes two key outfield grabs - 4/12/2007
Race for the crown begins
Oswego tops East, fourth at St. Charles Invite - 4/12/2007
East volleyball wins two of three in SPC play
4/12/2007
East badminton starts Southwest Prairie play
Wolves split with Romeoville, Plainfield South - 4/12/2007
Early explosion
Panthers send 13 to bat in first inning, top East Aurora - 4/5/2007
Historic day on diamond
East defeats Romeoville - 4/5/2007
Wolves make fresh start
Volleyball team garners first-ever conference victory - 4/5/2007
One-run losses hard to swallow at OHS
Softball team rebounds from Naperville North loss with 6-0 shutout win - 4/5/2007
What's harder than a perfect NCAA bracket?
The Column - 4/5/2007
Schedule breaks after tough start
Oswego soccer team enters weeklong practice stretch after 0-3 start to season - 3/29/2007
Panthers take two
Winning start stopped by Naperville Central - 3/29/2007
Wolves score record seven goals to win
Soccer team downs Fenton for 1-2 start - 3/29/2007
Lawson finds strike zone for shutout win
Pitcher retires 15 batters to defeat Sandwich in Oswego's season opener - 3/29/2007
Gains made during busy start for East
Wolves play to three-game match with S. Elgin - 3/29/2007
Softball team keys on defense
Oswego's young infield anchored by returning standout pitcher - 3/22/2007
Intensity, focus heightened as East softball seeks improvement
Second season begins for Wolves - 3/22/2007
Young players fill roster at Oswego East
East doubles roster, returns top singles player - 3/22/2007
Five veterans return to defend Oswego's conference title
Tennis season opens against West Aurora - 3/22/2007
Thanks a lot, Badgers
The Column - 3/22/2007
Spring training arrives in Oswego
Panthers returns bulk of offensive talent - 3/15/2007
Oswego East baseball sets sights at conference success
3/15/2007
Oswego soccer aims for positive start in March
3/15/2007
Oswego East soccer gains strength in second season
3/15/2007
Four seniors guide Oswego East volleyball into new year
3/15/2007
Oswego volleyball players young, but experienced
3/15/2007
Storied season ends in upset
Oswego East falls to Naperville Central 44-40 - 3/8/2007
Gregory reflects on final gymnastics season
3/8/2007
Demanding schedule challenged grapplers
Oswego graduates key senior lettermen - 3/8/2007
Wolves see gains despite injury-filled season
Second varsity campaign brings individual highlights - 3/8/2007
Schnable: Panthers played well to win
Oswego follows up win over Plainfield N. with loss to Waubonsie Valley. - 3/1/2007
Swimmers find place among state's elite
Two relays, two freestylers end at prelims - 3/1/2007
Regular season nets 24 wins for Wolves
Oswego East closes out schedule with 64-50 victory at Morris - 3/1/2007
The Column by Chris Mayer
Oswego Hockey Club leaps into varsity play - 2/22/2007
Oswego sends first relays to state
Five swimmers post qualifying times in four events at sectionals - 2/22/2007
East hits high, low in SPC play
Wolves claim conference crown, then fall to Minooka on Senior Night - 2/22/2007
Key to regional success lies in defensive play
Oswego to open postseason against familiar foe - 2/22/2007
Season cut short by Naperville Central
Oswego falls in regional semifinal - 2/22/2007
Sweet finish at Cherry Bowl
Oswego East bowling team captures second place in state - 2/15/2007
Gymnasts end season with a little fun
Gregory recognized before retirement, seniors exit sectional with solid scores - 2/15/2007
Illinois colleges nab two local athletes
Elmhurst, DePaul next stops for local students - 2/15/2007
State bids cut short at state wrestling meet
Kovach, Larsen fall in quarterfinal round - 2/15/2007
Wolves fall to Mt. Assisi to end season
Effort leaves Senffner optimistic for next season - 2/15/2007
The Column by Kristin Sharp
2/8/2007
Crowd-pleaser
Wolves steal win over Panthers in fourth quarter - 2/8/2007
State-bound bowlers
Wolves earn trip to Rockford's Cherry Bowl - 2/8/2007
Oswego maintains top billing in league
Swimmers win five events, Botka wins diving - 2/8/2007
Five gymnasts earn bids to sectionals
Oswego falls short of at-large team qualification - 2/8/2007
Wolves strike gold
East bowlers clinch SPC title, Frahm named MVP - 2/1/2007
TOHS names Keely head football coach
Defensive coordinator to replace retiring Hoinkes - 2/1/2007
Matmen head to regionals
Three area wrestlers named to All-Conference team - 2/1/2007
Hammond shows perfect balance at invitational
Freshman gymnast wins individual championship, Oswego second to R-B - 2/1/2007
Panther bowlers continue progress
Panther bowlers continue progress - 2/1/2007
The Column By Chris Mayer
Oswego graduates still seeing action - 1/25/2007
Oswego East hits second road bump
Wolves fall to Neuqua Valley 62-46 - 1/25/2007
Lady Panthers rebound with two wins
Oswego sandwiches losses to Geneva with wins over Plainfield South, East Aurora - 1/25/2007
Wrestlers eye top prize at first SPC tourney
Oswego East looks to join list of All-Conference performers - 1/25/2007
Panthers lose fourth-quarter battle
Turnovers costly as Oswego drops conference game to Plainfield South - 1/25/2007
Special opportunity nets victory for East
Wolves challenged by Australian team - 1/18/2007
Bronze matmen
Sandoval wins, Oswego third at Kaneland - 1/18/2007
SPC win streaks continue for area teams
olves still unbeaten in conference, Panthers now tied for third - 1/18/2007
Oswego, East face off on neutral turf
Bowling teams to meet at Parkside Lanes for initial SPC meeting - 1/18/2007
Gymnasts settle for sixth place at Fremd Invite
Oswego squad awarded hosting duties for regional, sectional - 1/18/2007
The Column By Kristin Sharp
Wolves, Gators and Cowboys, oh my - 1/11/2007
Wolves savor sweet victory
Oswego East celebrates double-overtime thriller over Plainfield South - 1/11/2007
Big D, big three
Second-half effort leads Oswego over West Aurora - 1/11/2007
Seniors help highlight final home meet
Gymnasts post season-high 138.750, Hacker wins all around - 1/11/2007
Seniors show off in special night on mats
Oswego East wrestling team optimistic heading into busy January schedule - 1/11/2007
After four tournaments, Panthers shift focus back to conference action
1/4/2007
Gymnasts tested by state's best
Oswego scores season high at home invite - 1/4/2007
Wolves' lengthy road trip to finally end
Oswego East brings 13-1 record into home opener - 1/4/2007
Grapplers begin new year with SPC duals
Panthers meet Plainfield North, Wolves to host Plainfield South - 1/4/2007
Oswego East gets back to business
Wolves suffer first season Wolves suffer first season loss, respond with overtime win over Glenbard North - 12/28/2006
North Stars steal thunder
St. Charles North tops Oswego, Panthers take fourth - 12/28/2006
Improved win total reason to celebrate
Oswego East tops Sandwich, places fourth after loss to Plainfield Central - 12/28/2006
Gymnasts to host annual invitational
Scores improve despite loss to St. Charles North - 12/28/2006
Panthers take two steps closer to trophy
Oswego to face St. Charles North after wins over Yorkville, Batavia - 12/21/2006
Wolves post big victory over Chargers
Girls basketball team poised for third-place game and rematch with Plainfield Central - 12/21/2006
Gymnasts place atop invite standings
Hammond first on balance beam, Ogilvie wins vault at Illinois Best - 12/21/2006
Panthers top Indians for initial SPC victory
Boys basketball team now enters York's invitational - 12/21/2006
The Column by Chris Mayer
East bowlers off to historic start this season - 12/14/2006
Wolves continue victory march
Mudra explodes with 12 points in third quarter as Oswego East maintains undefeated mark - 12/14/2006
Lady Panthers fall in overtime battle
SPC win streak ends against Plainfield Central - 12/14/2006
Two Panthers crowned tournament champs
Oswego tops East before Kovach, Chapman win at Downers Grove invite - 12/14/2006
Wolves start upward climb in SPC
Girls basketball team claims historic victory at Plainfield North - 12/7/2006
Big showdowns ahead at Strikefest
Oswego, East bowlers among 44 teams at Plainrfield North Invite - 12/7/2006
Gymnasts stick with area's best teams
Oswego seventh at Big Purple Invite - 12/7/2006
Early excitement surrounds district rematch
Last season's results set stage for key conference matchup between Oswego, East - 12/7/2006
The Column by Kristin Sharp
Former EIU QB now taking NFL by storm - 11/30/2006
Wolves carve up tournament win
Thanksgiving venue nets 5-0 start for boys basketball team, Lozano named MVP - 11/30/2006
Second-half rally falls short of title
DeLaSalle tops Oswego for tournament win - 11/30/2006
The first half of the Hoops for Healing Tip-Off Classic championship game belonged to DeLaSalle, but Oswego wasn't about to give up the trophy without a fight.
Oswego wins triangular, third at invite - 11/30/2006
Three grapplers garner first wins for East
Wolves tested early against West Aurora, DeKalb before upcoming Oswego match - 11/30/2006
Oswego sees glimpse of state success
Five end season in Evanston - 11/23/2006
Waiting games end
Schnable garners 100th victory as Oswego crushes IMSA - 11/23/2006
Young players prove worth in tournament
Girls basketball starts 3-1 in Romeoville - 11/23/2006
Wolves find success in tournament start
Oswego East tops Streator by 27 in Sandwich - 11/23/2006
The Column By Chris Mayer
Hey mate! Aussie tour includes date with Wolves - 11/16/2006
One that got away
Geneva's TD in final 92 seconds seals Vikings' 17-14 win over Oswego - 11/16/2006
Swimmers learn value of split second
Diver makes state cut as five athletes advance to Evanston, others narrowly miss out - 11/16/2006
Oswego East aims to raise bar in second yar
Boys basketball preview: Physical development shows - 11/16/2006
Early uncertainities for Oswego basketball
Girls basketball preview: Panthers seek new identity - 11/16/2006
Playoff dream continues
Oswego tops Prairie Ridge, moves on to quarterfinals - 11/9/2006
Soph shines at state meet
Sliepka 56th at Detweiller - 11/9/2006
Panther soccer team survives challenging season
Oswego finishes third in inaugural Southwest Prairie - 11/9/2006
Wolves make giant leaps in second varsity year
East soccer triples win total, Cisneros leads with 12 goals - 11/9/2006
Progress measured after second season
East football enjoys three-win season, but falls short of ultimate playoff goal - 11/9/2006
The Column By Kristin Sharp
November starts big in Kendall County - 11/2/2006
Panthers clear first-round hurdle
Oswego routs Vernon Hills 42-6, sets date with Prairie Ridge in second round - 11/2/2006
Sliepka earns spot at state startling line
Sophmore runner claims individual ticket to Detweiller - 11/2/2006
Volleyball season end at Yorkville Regional
Defensive stand shakes up Rosary - 11/2/2006
Panthers make late rally against Foxes in regional
11/2/2006
One season ends, another begins
Wolves end season with loss to Panthers, Oswego readies for playoff contender - 10/26/2006
Panthers extend seasons
Sliepka crowned Minooka Regional champion - 10/26/2006
Panthers top Indians in first regional game
Volleyball team advances to meet host Yorkville - 10/26/2006
No contest for Oswego Invitational crown
Swimmers, diver put forth solid effort to top talented West Chicago - 10/26/2006
A victory to remember
Oswego claims big win over Romeoville - 10/19/2006
Hoinkes honored in home finale
10/19/2006
Big win comes before big day
Oswego East tops Oswego in final meeting, senior players recognized before Morris game - 10/19/2006
Oswego, East try to keep pace with Minooka
Five Panthers earn All-Conference honors, two Wolves finish in top 20 at SPC meet - 10/19/2006
Panther soccer opens state tourney with win
Oswego tops IMSA 5-0 in regional play - 10/19/2006
The Column by Chris Mayer
Schools celebrate National Activities Week - 10/12/2006
Panther golfer enjoys sectional spotlight
Pattermann tours Buffalo Grove course as first Oswego qualifier in two decades - 10/12/2006
Oswego, East clash in SPC finals
Wolves win third singles, first doubles; Panthers claim second place in team standings - 10/12/2006
Seniors key big win for East soccer team
Wolves top rival Panthers 3-1 in final meeting - 10/12/2006
Lady Panthers bounce back with two-game win
Oswego volleyball snaps skid with victory over Romeoville - 10/12/2006
Runners roar through Mane Event Invite
Sliepka, Wheeler place in top 10 while Gatlin enjoys 16th place out of more than 200 - 10/5/2006
Local golfers reap benefits at Nettle Creek
Oswego's Stiles and Breen joined by East's Conlee on All-Conference squad - 10/5/2006
Panther football back on track with big win
After loss to Cougars, Oswego dominates Plainfield Central - 10/5/2006
Wolves cook up another home victory
Oswego East defeats Plainfield North, takes two-game win streak into Morris battle - 10/5/2006
Seniors celebrate with win over Tigers
Victory snaps three-game skid, Panthers now visit Oswego East - 10/5/2006
The Column, by Kristin Sharp
IHSA takes positive step in steroid abuse - 9/28/2006
Defensive stand seals first SPC win
Oswego East holds off Romeoville's offense on final play to capture 11-7 victory - 9/28/2006
Swimmers dominate at Elk Grove Invite
Schropp hits record-high dive score, team wins all events in pool - 9/28/2006
Oswego East soccer aims for 10-win mark
Wolves face rematch games with Morris, Oswego - 9/28/2006
Early mistakes end undefeated run
Plainfield South tops Oswego in key conference battle - 9/28/2006
Sealed with a kill
Oswego attack steals momentum for win over Oswego East - 9/21/2006
Hoinkes: Big game ahead
Panthers, Cougars battle for SPC lead - 9/21/2006
Fourth-quarter turnovers costly for Wolves
Minooka scores 21 points in final 10 minutes to top Oswego East 42-27 - 9/21/2006
Bad taste dissolved by Pepsi Showsown wins
Three-game skid ends with two victories - 9/21/2006
The Column by Chris Mayer
Oswego East makes strides with senior class - 9/14/2006
Hard work pays off for East soccer
Wolves top Plainfield North for first conference victory - 9/14/2006
OHS football starts SPC on right foot
Fleury boots three field goals, Panther defense stifles Morris for 29-0 win - 9/14/2006
Green: Wolves must execute better
Plainfield Central wins Southwest Prairie Conference opener at Oswego East, 32-7 - 9/14/2006
Wildcats spoil win streak at Oswego
Soccer team has 27 game streak broken - 9/14/2006
Oswego East defense preserves first-half lead for historic victory
9/7/2006
Panthers hold off Bartlett, improve to 2-0
Oswego's 30-0 lead provides momentum to start conference - 9/7/2006
Invite tests spikers
Panthers top Prospect, Wolves shutout at West - 9/7/2006
Panther pack on pace
Oswego teams work on split times at T.F. South Invite - 9/7/2006
The Column by Kristin Sharp
Benet, Oswego great first date - 8/31/2006
Panthers on right track
Shultz tosses three TD passes en route to victory - 8/31/2006
First invites net positive scores
Panther golfers progress through opening three tournaments; take fifth at Stableford - 8/24/2006
Wolves look forward to successful golfing season
Osweeeego East golfers sixth at Panther Stableford as veterans Ramey, Conlee lead Wolves - 8/24/2006
Lessons to be learned on soccer fields
Dynamics change in Oswego's program - 8/24/2006
Seniors bring experience to the field for Wolves
Oswego East enjoys strength in numbers - 8/24/2006
Former Panther ace joins WIU program
Maertzig tests skills in Division I baseball - 8/24/2006
Oswego High School 2006 football preview
Panthers seek final playoff bid before Hoinkes steps off sideline - 8/17/2006
Oswego East High School 2006 football preview
Inaugural senior class steers Wolves toward first varsity win - 8/17/2006
Oswego East High School 2006 golf preview
Wolves bring added confidence into second varsity campaign - 8/17/2006
Oswego High School 2006 golf preview
8/17/2006
A new era begins for SPC teams
Fall season kicks off with new faces among longtime conference rivals - 8/10/2006
Oswego Cats end season at regional qualifier
Westmont sweeps tournament, local team finishes 3-2 with help from young players - 8/10/2006
Panthers, Wolves secure new ADs
McInerney joins Oswego staff from St. Charles; Waibel changes positions at East - 8/3/2006
Growing up fast
OHS senior pitcher draws attention from major league scouts, Division - 7/27/2006
Panthers, Wolves come up short
Waubonsie Valley defreats Oswego 7-6 in 10-inning regional opener - 7/20/2006
Batavia steals win from Oswego East with seventh-inning rally
7/20/2006
St. John's basketball to welcome OHS grad
Harmon to play for winningnest college hoops coach in State of Minnesota - 7/20/2006
World renowned Aikido instructor visits Oswego
Chinda Shihan makes trek from Tokyo to Traughber Junior High for martial arts clinic - 7/20/2006
Postseason tourney to test growing Oswego East program
7/13/2006
Final summer challenge awaits
Oswego moves above .500 with two wins over East Aurora, seeded eighth - 7/13/2006
School district starts search for two Ads
Watson seeks assistant principal position, Burton departs for West Aurora junior high - 7/6/2006
Wolves upbeat after recent stretch of victories
Oswego East claims four wins over seven-day stretch - 7/6/2006
Panthers get boost from young players
Sophomores give added depth to Oswego pitching staff - 7/6/2006
CSBL team plays for the love of the game
Oswego Cats drop game to Wheaton 12-1 - 7/6/2006
An Avalanche-sized experience
NHL's Colorado Avs select 2006 Oswego grad with second-round pick - 6/29/2006
Behind the lens
Oswego's Bailey recognized for years of service to Panther athletics - 6/29/2006
Wolves steal Panthers' thunder
LaSorsa's grand slam seals East's 11-9 win over Oswego in four-inning contest - 6/29/2006
Oswego splits opening summer series
Panthers remain at .500 mark - 6/29/2006
Baseball teams spring into summer
Panthers notch four wins in first six contests - 6/22/2006
Wolves enjoy improved hitting in starting summer games
6/22/2006
Cats' pitching highlights early stretch
Oswego picks up first victory over Chicago Wildcats - 6/22/2006
2005-06 Year in Review
Oswego savors new kind of team - 6/15/2006
OHS seniors leave with second-bset win total in Panther history
6/8/2006
Another chapter ends in Oswego-Part II
Wolves set foundation in inaugural campaign - 6/8/2006
Panthers reflect on record-setting season
Tennis team wins historic 17 matches; three seniors make inpressive finishes - 6/8/2006
Batavia steals show at Oswego
Bulldog ace tosses two-hitter to defeat Panthers 7-1 in regional title game - 6/1/2006
Tennis players pick up final wins at state
McWethy wins first round match; Balog and Lang notch two victories - 6/1/2006
Critical fifth inning ends Wolves' season
Oswego East's 1-0 lead evaporates into 11-2 loss to Geneva in semifinal - 6/1/2006
Eighth inning hit seals Oswego's season
Naperville Central advances to regional title game despite efforts of Panthers - 6/1/2006
Athletes clear sectional hurdle
Two school records shattered; three Panthers and one Wolf head to state meet - 5/25/2006
Regional blues
Oswego East, Oswego experience quick end to postseason tournament campaign - 5/25/2006
Tennis players punch ticket to state
Tennis players punch ticket to state - 5/25/2006
Wolves avenge loss, top LaSalle-Peru 3-2
Baseball team earns win before regionals - 5/25/2006
Mission accomplished
Oswego boys' tennis team wins first conference title since 1992 - 5/18/2006
Five area athletes claim SPC victories
Oswego third overall, Oswego East fifth in final conference meet, sectionals await - 5/18/2006
Road ends in postseason tournament
Oswego East's fate decided in shootout - 5/18/2006
Panthers go home after single goal loss
Benet squeaks by in 1-0 win over Oswego - 5/18/2006
Wet 'n wild game for Panthers, Wolves
Oswego's four-run fifth inning seals 10-2 win over Oswego East in first meeting - 5/11/2006
Seniors lift Oswego to big SPC victory
Four players recognized in final home game; Panthers prevail 25-13, 20-25, 25-17 - 5/11/2006
East sweeps Minooka
Soccer team wins third and final SPC game - 5/11/2006
Panthers ready to bring home first SPC title
Tennis players boast six No. 1 seeds entering tournament play in Plainfield - 5/11/2006
New goal within Oswego's grasp
Tennis team seeks school record, improves to 14-1 after weekend invite sweep - 5/4/2006
Badminton players enjoy success in SPC
Oswego second with two championship efforts, Oswego - 5/4/2006
Panthers prevail (again) in extra innings
Behind Maertzig's complete game, Oswego edged Minooka - 5/4/2006
Wolves looking for answers in May play
Oswego East seeks end to eight-game skid - 5/4/2006
Track teams approach final stretch
Smith breaks triple jump record; Oswego squads improve as SPC meet nears - 4/27/2006
Jednachowski scores big in two SPC victories
East soccer team tops Minooka, Morris - 4/27/2006
Five day stretch opens with big IMSA win
Lawson strikes out 12 in big shutout win over Titans; four games still await - 4/27/2006
Oswego completes SPC sweep over OEHS
Panthers win second meeting, 25-8, 25-15; Wolves eighth at Libertyville Invite - 4/27/2006
Wolves eye upcoming stretch of SPC games
East prepares for four league matchups - 4/27/2006
Crazy Eights
Amport's hit lifts Panthers to comeback win - 4/20/2006
Wolves continue with SPC South schedule
Oswego East pushes Plainfield South in three-game series; Morris on tap - 4/20/2006
Panthers toughen up
Big games prep OHS softball team for SPC opener - 4/20/2006
Wolves endure busy stretch on the track
Impending meeting with Oswego highlights series of firsts for Oswego East track teams - 4/20/2006
Another first for crosstown teams
Oswego claims SPC win over Oswego East, but Wolves celebrate first victory in Game 2 - 4/13/2006
Panthers pull out hard-fought win over Wolves
Oswego scores three first-half goals to claim shutout over Oswego East in SPC soccer play - 4/13/2006
Oswego baseball tops Wildcats in SPC opener
Maertzig earns win in relief, helps out with two-run single in big sixth inning - 4/13/2006
Oswego softball enjoys best start in 20 years
Lawson's three run double seals shutout win over Wheaton South for sixth victory - 4/13/2006
The Column By Chris Mayer
Same sport, new role for East's Covay - 4/6/2006
An eighth inning celebration
Wolves blast game-winning hit with two outs to top Burlington Central - 4/6/2006
Big hitters lead Oswego to victory
Ayers slams three home runs; Panthers defeat Bolingbrook, Yorkville, LaSalle-Peru - 4/6/2006
Panthers top Wildcats in SPC opener
Oswego rallies in second game to defeat Plainfield Central, 25-20, 25-18, and 25-14 - 4/6/2006
Friends, foes to meet at East
Wolves host Panthers in first SPC South contest - 4/6/2006
Panthers defend in opening games
Oswego tops Bartlett 1-0; falls short against Waubonsie Valley, Batavia - 3/30/2006
Fourth inning sparks big win for Oswego
Softball team explodes with seven runs to top Sandwich 11-2 in season opener - 3/30/2006
Wolves rebound heading into spring break
East steps up against St. Charles North before focus turns to conference opener - 3/30/2006
Focus turns to SPC opener during long layoff
Panther spikers seek first victory in conference game against Plainfield Central - 3/30/2006
The Column By Kristin Sharp
Early graduates creating changes in athletics - 3/23/2006
Oswego East exudes confidence heading into first varsity campaign
3/23/2006
New threats step onto Panther field in search of SPC championship
3/23/2006
Panthers gain momentum at final indoor invite
3/23/2006
Wolves ready for next phase of thinclad competition
3/23/2006
Spring fever on the OHS diamond
Pitchers create early optimism - 3/16/2006
OEHS gearing up for historic season
Well-rounded Wolves embark on varsity season - 3/16/2006
Oswego East returns key positions, welcomes new faces in varsity debut
3/16/2006
Oswego strives for record-setting year behind five three-year varsity athletes
3/16/2006
Wolves 'believe'
Second-half momentum lifts Oswego East to initial varsity win over Oswego - 3/9/2006
Final SPC South team exits season
Oswego East falls to Neuqua Valley - 3/9/2006
Winning ways continue in basketball program
Lady Panthers capture fourth SPC title, Gant takes fourth MVP honor - 3/9/2006
The Column By Chris Mayer
Mysterious forces bring rivals together? - 3/2/2006
Panthers avenge earlier loss to Cougars, 69-58
3/2/2006
Oswego teams claim second, third in SPC
Wolves' late rally not enough to stop Plainfield Central - 3/2/2006
Teamwork propels gymnasts to big finish
Oswego hits 140 mark; defends 10th SPC title before qualifying for sectionals - 3/2/2006
A record-breaking day
Washington's 15-second match makes history in Champaign - 2/23/2006
Local teams vie for spot in title game
Regional semifinal pits Oswego vs. Oswego East - 2/23/2006
Freestyle sprinter qualifies for state swim meet
Top sectional swims in 50, 100-yard events send Glavan to Evanston - 2/23/2006
Oswego cheers competition squad to state
Illinois' top cheerleading programs gather in Springfield for chance at first place - 2/23/2006
The Column by Kristin Sharp
Olympics to Oswego, winter sports heaing up - 2/16/2006
Bowler puts Oswego East on map
Frahm makes school history with third-place medal at IHSA state tournament - 2/16/2006
Oswego duo punch tickets to state finals
Templin, Washington advance to Assembly Hall after third-place sectional finishes in Naperville - 2/16/2006
Wolves fall to Wildcats in first regional contest
OEHS girl cagers' first varsity season comes to end - 2/16/2006
Warriors spoil Panthers' bid for regional final
Waubonsie Valley's late run seals 54-49 loss for Oswego - 2/16/2006
Oswego takes fast lane to SPC swimming title
Divers, early swimming events give team extra edge for fourth straight trophy - 2/9/2006
Templin emerges with regional championship
119-pound wrestler finishes 3-0 at West Aurora; Oswego sends four to sectionals - 2/9/2006
Dreams come true in Sweden
Elite European soccer team inks former Oswego soccer standout for 2006 season - 2/9/2006
Oswego East sends first athlete to state
Frahm's series-best 618 helps boost junior to third place at DeKalb Sectional - 2/9/2006
Kaneland spoils Oswego's bid for victory
Last-second shot falls short in 46-45 loss to Lady Knights; Panthers gear up for regionals - 2/9/2006
The Column by Chris Mayer
Super Bowl, Seattle, and crazy SPC standings - 2/2/2006
OHS gymnasts take home Regional gold
Gymnastics team wins Glenbard West Regional two days after SPC championship - 2/2/2006
It's a perfect 10 for OHS gymnasts
10th consecutive conference crown makes history - 2/2/2006
Gant scores milestone
Three-pointer gives senior 2,000 varsity points at OHS - 2/2/2006
Oswego boys lay foundation for SPC South cage title run
Panthers win five of seven in January - 2/2/2006
Area wrestlers weigh SPC results
Nine All-Conference wrestlers lead Panthers to fourth; seven Wolves gain big-meet experience - 1/26/2006
Targeted Panthers drop first SPC contest
Boys basketball team works to stay atop league standings after 58-53 loss to Plainfield South - 1/26/2006
Feisty Cougars can't top Lady Panthers
Conference leader overcomes sluggish first half to top Plainfield South, 50-45 - 1/26/2006
First-year squad makes waves in SPC play
Oswego East falls short in upset bid over Plainfield Central; loses 64-61 to Wildcats - 1/26/2006
The Column by Kristin Sharp
More opportunities for athletes - 1/19/2006
Panthers, Wolves clash in SPC play
Oswego's experience tops East, 58-43 - 1/19/2006
IHSA expansion OK'd
Association announces new system for 2007-08 - 1/19/2006
Oswego captures third at R-B Invite
Glavan records top time in 50-yard freestyle - 1/19/2006
Lady Panthers find early answer for Wolves
1/19/2006
District showdown
Wolves host Panthers in key SPC game - 1/12/2006
Area basketball teams making strides
Oswego donws Plainfield Central by 13; Oswego East mounts three-game streak - 1/12/2006
Immovable Force
Santa's inside presence creates big headaches for Oswego opponents - 1/12/2006
Seniors shine as gymnasts post big score
Oswego tops Geneva, Waubonsie Valley with 140.45 to highlight final home meet - 1/12/2006
Practice pays off in Panther win
Oswego claims second SPC blowout with team game - 1/12/2006
The Column By Chris Mayer
'Legendary' ballot includes Oswego resident - 1/5/2006
Oswego East garners milestone victory
Wolves top Morris to claim first Suburban Prairie Conference win, snap nine-game skid - 1/5/2006
Swim team shows versatility at Aquapentathlon
Oswego highlights invite with solid 200-yard freestyle - 1/5/2006
Nine seniors to be honored at wrestling triangular
Oswego takes momentum from Berman Classic into tough January home schedule - 1/5/2006
Tournament trophy returns to Oswego
Defensive effort leads Lady Panthers over North Stars for third title in four years - 12/29/2005
Panthers stumble late in loss to Bulldogs
Jack Tosh Boys' Basketball Holiday Tournament - 12/29/2005
Oswego East gives solid effort against tough field
Wolves finish eighth in Warrior Christmas Classic, return to practice gym until Jan. 3 - 12/29/2005
Second-half surge falls short for Lady Wolves
Oswego East drops final tourney game to Aurora Central Catholic to close out 2005 - 12/29/2005
Oswego Girls' Basketball Holiday Classic
Lady Panthers on pace for title game - 12/22/2005
Oswego East Girls' Basketball Holiday Classic
Composure seals one-point victory - 12/22/2005
SPC win over Morris sets stage for OHS
Panthers win conference opener before entering York's annual holiday tourney - 12/22/2005
Gymnasts shine among Illinois' best
Morrison, Ogilvie win events at invitational - 12/22/2005
The Column By Kristin Sharp
A guide to holiday hoop tournaments - 12/15/2005
Resilient Panthers win at Kaneland
Boys' basketball team gains momentum heading into SPC opener at Morris - 12/15/2005
Big start, big win for lady Panther cagers
Oswego rolls past Plainfield South 52-27 - 12/15/2005
Oswego East enjoys top 20 finish at Strikefest
Wolves prepare for conference battle with Oswego, West Aurora Blackhawk Invite - 12/15/2005
Panther wrestlers remain undefeated in SPC
Plainfield South one of four matches to test Oswego before long schedule break - 12/15/2005
Oswego, East clash in SPC opener
Panthers begin bid for fourth straight championship, Wolves seek consistent play - 12/8/2005
Panther wrestlers tough-out opening stretch
Oswego wins five of first eight matches heading into conference battle with Morris - 12/8/2005
OEHS grapplers take fifth at Deerfield Invite
Hernandez captures title at 152, three other Wolves place third at eight-team tournament - 12/8/2005
Bowlers hit the lanes in 42-team mega tournament
Oswego, East programs enter Plainfield North Strikefest Invite in Joliet - 12/8/2005
Oswego in the spotlight
Varsity second, sophomores clinch tourney title - 12/1/2005
Vikings stifle Lady Panthers' cage rally
Ball wouldn't stay in the hoop - 12/1/2005
Host Knights down Lady Wolves for title
Girls basketball team clinches second at Immaculate Conception - 12/1/2005
Panther wrestlers split opening matches
Oswego rallies to defeat St. Charles North, visits Oswego East in SPC opener Thursday - 12/1/2005
Progress measured after opening games
East wins two at Sandwich Tournament - 12/1/2005
The Column by Chris Mayer
Local hockey star continues course to success - 11/24/2005
Wolves win tournament opener
East defeats Streator, falls to Plano in overtime - 11/24/2005
OEHS girls win first tourney opener
Lady Wolves down herscher, Lang pours in 17 points - 11/24/2005
Free throws seal Oswego win over Crete-Monee
Lady Panthers hold off hot-shooting Warriors to win final game of Romeoville Tourney - 11/24/2005
Panther boys rise to top of tournament standings
Oswego downs IMSA, Huntley in pool play, Prosser only obstacle before title game - 11/24/2005
Panthers get early lesson in overtime
Oswego falls to Yorkville in season opener - 11/17/2005
Swimmers, diver hit high notes at sectional
Schropp dives to ninth, freestyle relays both claim seventh place - 11/17/2005
Lady Wolves fall under Bulldog pressure
Turnovers, foul trouble plague in 65-20 loss to Batavia in season opener - 11/17/2005
Waiting game over for varsity Wolves
East meets Streator to open inaugural season at Sandwich Tournament - 11/17/2005
Panther lineup features smart, mature players
Oswego schedule features new tournaments, challenging non-conference foes - 11/17/2005
The Column by Kristin Sharp
Old foes in playoffs under new conditions - 11/10/2005
Oswego athletes ink Division I letters
Gant to join young Wisconsin program; Rygh commits to DePaul cross country, track teams - 11/10/2005
Panthers make necessary adjustments
Oswego features mix of veterans, young talent in '05 - 11/10/2005
Wolves make necessary adjustments
Despite injuries, East anxious for first varsity season - 11/10/2005
Rygh races in one of state's fastest meets
Senior clocks in with best time at Detweiller Park, 15:10 just shy of personal record - 11/10/2005
A long-awaited celebration
Lady Panthers rally past Warriors to win first regional since '93 - 11/3/2005
Oswego diver wins SPC championship
Riverside-Brookfield defends title with six record-setting times in Oswego East pool - 11/3/2005
Rygh strives for All-State honors in Peoria
Senior places fourth at Waubonsie Valley Sectional; top 11 finishers break course record - 11/3/2005
Rosary ends Oswego's season in sectional semifinal
11/3/2005
The Column by Chris Mayer
White Sox, like the '84 Tigers destined for greatness - 10/27/2005
Lady Wolves pull off regional surprise
East defeats Romeoville in two games - 10/27/2005
Panthers meet Hornets, again
Despite Week 9 loss, Oswego enters Class 7A playoffs - 10/27/2005
Oswego, East advance runners to sectionals
Panther teams qualify all seven runners; Lee receives individual ticket to Waubonsie Valley - 10/27/2005
Oswego makes quck exit in talented regional
Panther kickers fall 3-0 to No. 9 Naperville Central Redhawks - 10/27/2005
Oswego, East runners make strides in SPC
Panthers win first conference trophy since 1994 season - 10/20/2005
OEHS, OHS girl harriers make their marks
Johnson, Wheeler, Lee top girls' All-Conference list - 10/20/2005
Coakley enters state finals for third season
Senior takes third in West Aurora Sectional - 10/20/2005
Oswego seeks playoff guarantee in SPC finale
After 45-14 loss to Morris, Panthers host Plainfield South in search of sixth win - 10/20/2005
The Column by Kristin Sharp
Plaskas returns to NIU for long-awaited honor - 10/13/2005
Oswego keeps win streak alive in Minooka
Kremer scores five TDs; Panthers roll past Indians - 10/13/2005
Seniors lift soccer team to third SPC crown
Zelensek, Niedert, romero score in Oswego's 25th straight league game victory - 10/13/2005
Coakley completes perfect SPC career
Oswego, East now enter six players in West Aurora Sectional tournament - 10/13/2005
Runners make strides at Mane Event
Rygh leads Oswego to big second place finish; East enjoys faster times before SPC meet. - 10/6/2005
Talented field brings finale to golf season
Oswego, East end play at Geneva Regional - 10/6/2005
Oswego gridders clinch big win over Plainfield Central
Panthers roll out fourth straight victory to stay on pace with undefeated Morris - 10/6/2005
Lady Panthers win cat fight in Plainfield
Volleyball team ends first half of SPC play with 26-24, 25-20 victory over Wildcats - 10/6/2005
For now, it's Panther Country
Osweog defeats East in inaugural game - 9/29/2005
Oswego defense helps top East in two games
Panthers defeat Wolves 25-12, 25-11 in first matchup - 9/29/2005
Soccer team moves deep into conference play
Panthers closer to third SPC title - 9/29/2005
Swimmers split results with R-B, Plainfield
Oswego co-op program bounces back after one-point loss to Bulldogs - 9/29/2005
Panthers vs. Wolves: Let the games begin
The Column - 9/29/2005
A welcome home celebration
Oswego returns to familiar turf; downs Glenbard South - 9/22/2005
Lady Wolves open big week with spikers' first win
Oswego East defeats East Aurora in three - 9/22/2005
Ceremony reflects on Pickerills' love of athletics
'Coach' cuts ribbon to open building at football stadium, presented with memorial stone - 9/22/2005
Oswego East ready to host historic game
Wolves shut out at Lemont, return home to kick off SPC South play with Oswego - 9/22/2005
Lady Panthers tough out SPC win over Morris
Team effort gives Oswego edge in third game during conference opener - 9/22/2005
The Column by Kristin Sharp
Athletics comfort victims of Hurricane Katrina - 9/15/2005
Familiar feeling returns to Panther football
Oswego defeats Geneva with big yardage from Davis - 9/15/2005
Lady Panthers ride highs, lows on court
Oswego fifth at DeKalb Invite, falls to Geneva - 9/15/2005
Wolves find positives in big loss to Bison
Fenton downs East 55-13; Sullivan, Nelson have big nights for East - 9/15/2005
Invitationals test Panthers, Wolves
Rygh, Johnson pace Oswego teams; Oswego East continues to see faster times - 9/15/2005
Oswego ready for another showdown
Panthers focused on solid tourney run - 9/8/2005
Wolves pull out SPC golf victory over Cougars
Oswego East prepares to enter busy week with Panther Scramble, four matches - 9/8/2005
Panthers pay big price with costly turnovers
Oswego's 7-0 lead over Bartlett evaporates after four fumbles, five interceptions - 9/8/2005
East makes progress with two touchdowns
Chambers rushes for first touchdown - 9/8/2005
Panther golfers benefit from heavy week of play
Oswego picks up pair of dual match victories - 9/8/2005
The Column by Chris Mayer
Lessons learned prove greater than final score - 9/1/2005
Warriors school Wolves in opener
Oswego East takes first step in varsity play - 9/1/2005
Panthers experience rare Week 1 defeat
Menomonie takes early lead to route Oswego - 9/1/2005
Panther soccer team opens home schedule
Oswego hosts West Aurora after 1-1 start - 9/1/2005
Golf programs shake off rusty clubs
Oswego, Oswego East find early optimism with solid scores in - 8/25/2005
Menomonie braces for largest challenge of '05
Wisconsin DII powerhouse faces Illinois Class 7A power in season opener - 8/25/2005
OEHS embarks on first varsity soccer season
Beck focused on conditioning before Wolves enter back-to-back tournaments - 8/25/2005
OHS looking forward to strong repeat
Carlisle: Panthers will not lower goals after winning school-record 20 matches - 8/25/2005
The Column by Kristin Sharp
Home team not just Oswego High School anymore - 8/18/2005
A new side of Oswego
Smaller junior class causes unusual drop in overall numbers for Panthers - 8/18/2005
2005 OEHS football preview
Responsibilty falls on underclassmen as Wolves embark on varsity season - 8/18/2005
Golfers set to tee off at Stableford Invite
East ventures into first varsity season with busy opening week of competition - 8/18/2005
OHS golfers open season
Panthers contend for top standing in Suburban Prairie Conference South - 8/18/2005
Dry fields cause added concern for injury
Coaches, trainers take extra precautions as fall sports begin - 8/11/2005
Consecutive losses spell end of season for Cats
'Good baseball' results in 18 wins, trip to North Central Regional tournament - 8/11/2005
Fox Bend golf pro tees it up at Illinois Open
Opening round 67 helps Luedke tie for 20th - 8/11/2005
Trainers team up with local soccer club
Three Lions Academy, PSC enjoy tournament success under flourishing partnership - 8/11/2005
Oswego helps create Hoops for Healing
Basketball team joins Naperville North for cancer benefit tournament - 8/4/2005
Dramatic wins pave road to Battle Creek
Cats play 55 innings to earn district title - 8/4/2005
CSBL represented in regional tourney
8/4/2005
Long summer season ends in semifinals
Oswego summer team completes 30-game schedule with loss to Naperville North - 7/28/2005
Delta Aquatics offers more options to swimmers
Year-round programs offered at Oswego East - 7/28/2005
Cats set to host AABC regional qualifier
7/28/2005
Seventh inning sparks key victory
Oswego defeats Rockford Guilford 10-9 as Dietz, Sanchez provide one-two punch - 7/21/2005
Injury-plagued Cats fall to Prairie Gravel
Lavender hits solo home run in 6-5 loss - 7/21/2005
Wolves gained more than wins and losses
Summer play ends with tournament loss - 7/21/2005
The Column by Kristin Sharp
NASCAR driver makes pit stop in Oswego - 7/14/2005
Panthers edge Wolves in extra innings
Crackel tosses complete game for Oswego East; Oswego claims DH sweep - 7/14/2005
Cats go the extra mile
Oswego uses 12 innings to down Scanners - 7/14/2005
Cats light up Elmhurst in shutout win
Nine hits spark Oswego's 10-0 league victory - 7/7/2005
Oswego's prep baseball teams prepart for rematch
Panthers win six straight; Wolves easily handle Aurora Central to win by 11 runs - 7/7/2005
Season opener brings Oswego to UW-Stout
Varsity football team to face Menomonie in Week 1 - 6/30/2005
Wolves turn up heat with three wins
Momentum ends as costly errors result in 5-2 loss to Kaneland - 6/30/2005
Summer ball showcases new foes
Oswego East establishes early leads, but Oswego takes a doubleheader sweep - 6/23/2005
Cyclists use area trails to complete charity ride
Six friends make journey from St. Louis to Chicago, raise nearly $12,000 - 6/23/2005
Oswego Cats tripped up in late innings
Prairie Gravel escapes with 1-0 win despite Salter's gem - 6/23/2005
2004-05 Sports Year in Review
Oswego enjoys successful sports year: Wolves make athletic debut - 6/16/2005
Cats notch first league victory over Elmhurst
Oswego pounds out 13 hits in 9-1 win - 6/16/2005
Summer league opens with sweep over Morris
Hilton drives in win in extra innings - 6/16/2005
Early diamond uncertainties erased with 23 wins
Oswego produces third-most victories in school history, nine players graduate - 6/9/2005
Softball program makes progress in '05
Lady Panthers see 50 percent increase in wins - 6/9/2005
Panthers continue progress with new coach
In fifth year, Oswego boys volleyball program wins 15 matches, shares second in SPC. - 6/9/2005
Lowe makes history with All-State honor
Singles player places in top 16 at state finals - 6/2/2005
Panthers show progress against Wildcats
Plainfield Central ekes out 1-0 victory over Oswego in Yorkville Regional semifinals - 6/2/2005
Coaches select Athletes of the Year recipients
Girls earned starting role in basketball, softball; Whetzal shined in soccer, baseball - 6/2/2005
Conference rivals clash in regional tournament
Minooka tops Oswego with help from Treppel - 6/2/2005
Fab five head to state finals
Singles player, two doubles teams represent Oswego in IHSA action - 5/26/2005
Panthers take advantage of final opportunities
Lawson breaks school record in long jump, joins four others at Class AAA state meet - 5/26/2005
Ballun earns second place medal at state
5/26/2005
Hinsdale Central holds off late Oswego rally
Sosolik scores two goals in second half; Panthers fall 4-2 in Waubonsie Valley Regional - 5/26/2005
Oswego wins big in conference
Panther thinclads win seven events, take SPC crown by more than 80 points - 5/19/2005
Slim margin decides SPC winner-again
Lowe moves to 23-0 with singles championship - 5/19/2005
Soccer program reaches out to special kids
Oswego team grows in fourth season - 5/19/2005
Leap of a lifetime sends Balun to state
Senior qualifies in long jump, high jump at Minooka - 5/19/2005
Retiring in style
Fox Bend's Leon McNair says goodbye - 5/12/2005
Seniors celebrate with big win over Morris
Soccer team secures second place in SPC South - 5/12/2005
Panthers continue Elko's winning tradition
Former baseball coach throws out first pitch in Oswego-Marmion matchup - 5/12/2005
Oswego wears big target in SPC tournament
Panthers continue undefeated season, but five others look for league crown - 5/12/2005
Silent bats sound off in SPC win
Sanchez out of slump; earns three RBIs in Oswego's 6-2 victory over Morris - 5/5/2005
Track teams double the fun at invitational
Oswego scores 177 points to win own title - 5/5/2005
Tennis team strives for perfect season
Panthers boast 15-0 record with two dual meets remaining this spring - 5/5/2005
Confidence-builders
Soccer team defeats Plainfield South, Hersey and battles Neuqua Valley in defeat - 5/5/2005
Panthers aim high in SPC tournament
Badminton team looks for top three finish - 4/28/2005
Senior athletes commit to collegiate level
Carlson to play volleyball on East Coast; Williams heads downstate to wrestle - 4/28/2005
Spartans hit eight homers to sweep Falcons
Aurora University enters key conference weekend - 4/28/2005
Indians deliver first SPC loss to Panther spikers
Oswego places fifth at Minooka Invite - 4/28/2005
Panthers make history at Viking Invite
Tennis team wins first-ever championship behind wins at No. 1 singles, No. 2 doubles - 4/21/2005
Three goals can't save soccer team
Oswego falls to Plainfield, 6-3 - 4/21/2005
Panthers open SPC South with victory
Oswego defeats Plainfield Central, 25-8, 25-4 - 4/21/2005
Baseball team fires off three wins against Wildcats
Oswego starts SPC South with 3-0 record - 4/21/2005
SPC South members to form new league
Oswego, Oswego East will compete in Southwest Prairie in 2006-07 school year - 4/14/2005
Gram's clutch hit keys triumph over Huskies
Lady Panthers win 3-2 ballgame in seventh - 4/14/2005
Volleyball team fourth at St. Charles invite
Six games decided by two points or less as Panthers manage 2-3 tournament mark - 4/14/2005
Home runs spark two Panther victories
Atwood, Whetzal clear the fences against Naperville North, LaSalle-Peru - 4/7/2005
Soccer team enjoys feeling of first win
Moore, sosolik combine for five goals in shutout victory - 4/7/2005
Spartans play record-setting game in Oswego
Aurora University scores 29 runs in conference game against Eureka College - 4/7/2005
Panthers shut out Vikings
Baseball team starts season with big victory - 3/31/2005
Lady Panthers eye first victory
Soccer team opens SPC play at Plainfield Central - 3/31/2005
West Aurora shuts out Oswego in season opener
Softball team aims for first win at Yorkville - 3/31/2005
Determined to succeed
Baseball squad looks to end school year on positive note - 3/24/2005
Veterans return to field with high expectations
Soccer team aims for league crown - 3/24/2005
Defense keys experienced softball team
Lady Panthers driven to produce first winning season in more than a decade - 3/24/2005
Young but determined
Badminton squad led by two veteran seniors - 3/17/2005
Aurora University to play ball at Oswego
Spartan program earns No. 10 preseason ranking by ABCA - 3/17/2005
Lady Panthers pull out another record-setting season
Gant totals 566 points, shatters both career and single-season scoring records - 3/17/2005
'Mighty' Panthers look to defend SPC title
Under new direction, volleyball team opens fifth season with leadership, depth - 3/17/2005
Oswego hockey claims division championship
Team advances to Blackhawk Cup quarterfinals contest - 3/10/2005
Local hockey player nabs spot on national roster
Wisconsin-bound Williams invited to play for National Team Development Program U-18 squad - 3/10/2005
Ledger-Sentinel web exclusive: Panthers 49, Morris 59
Redskins end Panther cagers' season - 3/10/2005
Second half woes plague Panthers
Morris wins three-game series with Oswego - 3/10/2005
Reppy defies odds in state finals
Senior swimmer captures ninth-place medal in 500-yard freestyle with career best time - 3/3/2005
Resilient Panthers down Minooka in SPC closer
Oswego turns focus to Morris Regional - 3/3/2005
Plainfield North hires Darlington
Former Morris head football coach changes sidelines - 3/3/2005
Lady Panthers defend home court
Oswego wins regional trophy - 2/24/2005
Lady Panthers' season ends at sectional semifinal
Panthers fall to Kaneland, 52-51 - 2/24/2005
Reppy goes the distance at sectionals
Senior qualifies for state in 200, 500 freestyle events - 2/24/2005
Nine seniors to take final bow at home
Oswego plays host to Minooka in SPC finale; Panthers enter Morris Regional next - 2/24/2005
The Column by Kristin Sharp
Sports fans, get ready for long road trips - 2/17/2005
Lady Panthers vie for regional title
Oswego plays host to West Chicago after 54-33 victory over Yorkville - 2/17/2005
Second place, and looking for more
Oswego wins key game over Morris - 2/17/2005
Future uncertain for SPC members
North Division schools discuss new league; Interstate Eight approves four more - 2/17/2005
Oswego swimmers unchallenged for SPC title
Swimmers, divers score big to win title at Oswego East HS - 2/10/2005
Big meet, big results
Seven wrestlers qualify for Downers Grove Sectional - 2/10/2005
Panther cagers secure second in league standings
Oswego defeats Plainfield South; Morris, Plainfield Central, Minooka still ahead - 2/10/2005
gymnasts hold hope for sectional bid
Oswego wins ninth SPC title, but falls short of regional championship - 2/3/2005
Panthers approach Cougars with caution
Plainfield South 0-5 in SPC, but improving - 2/3/2005
Three Panthers ink letters of intent
Panthers moving on to college gridiron next year - 2/3/2005
Swimmers, divers prepare to claim SPC title
Oswego East hosts its first conference meet - 2/3/2005
Oswego wrestlers go for the gold
Williams wins SPC championship - 1/27/2005
Wolves net first All-Conference honor
Oswego East's first wrestling season - 1/27/2005
Oswego lands among top sectional teams
Lady Panthers earn No. 2 seed after 64-56 victory over Waubonsie Valley - 1/27/2005
Rough and rugged game ahead for Panthers
Oswego travels to Lemont with hopes of 10th victory - 1/27/2005
The Column by Kristin Sharp
SPC members: Pack up your tomahawks - 1/20/2005
Teamwork propels Oswego atop SPC
Key victory at Plainfield Central gives lady panthers 21-0 league mark since 2003 - 1/20/2005
Practice makes perfect
Oswego focused on big road win at Minooka - 1/20/2005
Senior showdown
Veteran grapplers help spark win in final home meet - 1/20/2005
Wrestlers build state series mentality
Oswego enters two duals, invite in three day span - 1/13/2005
Lady Panthers roll on
Oswego 5-0 in SPC; Gant top all-time scoring list - 1/13/2005
Hoinkes to enter Hall of Fame
Football coach recognized after 24 years on Oswego's sidelines - 1/13/2005
Target: Plainfield Central
Oswego aims to upset SPC's top team - 1/13/2005
Momentum builds toward SPC battle
Oswego rolls out fourth straight win, brings undefeated SPC record to Morris - 1/6/2005
New offensive system delivers another win
Lady Panthers down Plainfield South to set up key conference battle in Morris - 1/6/2005
Grapplers perform well at Berman Classic
Oswego takes fifth in 15-team tourney - 1/6/2005
Lady Panthers ready for return to basics
Oswego finishes 3-1 at Holiday Classic; Gant named MVP - 12/30/2004
Wrong place, wrong time
Oswego goes 0-2 against East Aurora, Rockford East - 12/30/2004
Gymnasts produce season-high scores
Oswego takes second at Panther invite - 12/30/2004
Schnable: Another step in the right direction
Oswego wins SPC opener against Lemont - 12/23/2004
Oswego Holiday Classic: Fourth quarter results
Lady Panthers down Yorkville, St. Charles North - 12/23/2004
Wrestlers seek momentum in Palatine
Oswego enters two-day tourney to end 2004 - 12/23/2004
Panthers secure key road win over Raiders
Oswego snaps four-game skid, look for first SPC win in opener against Lemont - 12/16/2004
Wrestlers withstand three-day challenge
Templin, Larsen win Mustang invite titles - 12/16/2004
Oswego girls gain momentum with two wins
Lady Panthers aim for third straight Holiday Classic title as seven teams enter tourney - 12/16/2004
Blackhawks create unexpected victory
West Aurora's Huntley sinks four three-poing baskets in 59-46 victory over Panthers - 12/9/2004
Wanted: Confidence
Panthers look to end skid against Batavia - 12/9/2004
Oswego pins Morris
After big SPC win, wrestlers finish 0-3 at Mega-Dual - 12/9/2004
The Column by Kristin Sharp
Oswego Classic goes the extra mile - 12/2/2004
Tough takedown
Oswego starts 2-0 with wins over Yorkville, St. Charles N. - 12/2/2004
'Classic' lessons of ups, downs
After two wins, Panthers drop final two for fourth place in Oswego Tip-Off Tourney - 12/2/2004
Character, toughness emerge in opener
Oswego hangs on to 59-52 victory over Huntley - 11/25/2004
Long stretch ends with win over Argo
Lady Panthers 3-2 after Romeoville tournament - 11/25/2004
Wrestling team encouraged by full line-up
Panthers feature biggest varsity squad in Miller's tenure - 11/25/2004
Complimentary classes build new team
Oswego sets lofty goals for tough schedule - 11/18/2004
Lady Panthers find right combination in opener
Fourth-quarter play sparks 47-40 victory over Geneva - 11/18/2004
Swimmers close out year at sectional meet
11/18/2004
Talented lineup returns to Panthers' court
Girls' basketball team embarks on another record-setting season - 11/11/2004
Gant sets sights on Wisconsin hoops
11/11/2004
Distance classic
Rygh completes season at state meet - 11/11/2004
Hockey club builds foundation for the future
Young team earns 5-4 victory over Marist - 11/11/2004
The Column by Kristin Sharp
Tradition will continue - 11/4/2004
Rygh represents Oswego at state
Junior conquers course in 15:57 - 11/4/2004
Extraordinary victory
Oswego wins first Class AA regional, breaks record - 11/4/2004
Panthers lost uphill battle to Hornets
Critical injuries early, but Oswego battles to 2OT - 11/4/2004
SPC foes meet again for regional crown
Oswego defeats Hinsdale South 2-0 to face Plainfield Central in key game - 10/28/2004
Field goal frenzy
Lemont secures SPC win with 32-yard kick - 10/28/2004
Swimmers prepare for close SPC battle
R-B, Plainfield, Oswego contend for title - 10/28/2004
Return to state
Coakley qualifies in singles - 10/21/2004
Fun begins for soccer team
Oswego begins quest for regional championship - 10/21/2004
Four Panthers earn all-conference nods
Oswego takes fourth in girls, boys SPC races - 10/21/2004
Marathons attract runners from near, far
Montgomery postmaster departs for Doublin's 26.2 mile race - 10/21/2004
Redskins capitalize on Panthers' grid errors
Oswego loss first in 14-game stretch - 10/14/2004
Tennis team dominant in SPC South
Lady Panthers win back-to-back titles - 10/14/2004
Undefeated-again
Soccer team repeats 8-0 finish in SPC play - 10/14/2004
The Column by Kristin Sharp
Panther Fans get rowdy: Students show school spirit - 10/7/2004
Conference perfection within reach
Soccer team secures SPC title, two games away from back-to-back 8-0 finishes - 10/7/2004
Running the show
Oswego dominates Minooka 34-0 - 10/7/2004
Lady Panthers battle tough South Division
Oswego pulls out win over Plainfield Central - 10/7/2004
Pool heats up for Oswego
Swim team wins Evergreen Park invite, defeats Plainfield - 9/30/2004
Golfers score big wins in SPC
Oswego defeats Morris, Plainfield Central in final week of play - 9/30/2004
Varsity preview?
Oswego-Oswego East game delayed until 2005 - 9/30/2004
Oswego rallies for SPC win over Morris
Panthers maintain league lead with 2-1 win over Redskins - 9/30/2004
Enbracing responsibility
Lawrence's legs carry Oswego to 21-7 win - 9/23/2004
Panther effort demands respect
Oswego knocks down four ranked teams to clinch second place in Lemont Showdown - 9/23/2004
Home, sweet home
Panthers win first swim meet at Oswego East - 9/23/2004
Win streak grows, pressure builds
Panthers gut out 11th win, but Raiders don't fall easily - 9/16/2004
Panthers on prowl
Soccer team eyes Lemont Cup trophy - 9/16/2004
Strong relay efforts give Oswego invite title
Swim team now focuses on hosting Elgin, IMSA in first-ever meet at Oswego East - 9/16/2004
Volleyball team shows early strengths
Oswego fares well in first invite, drops three-game set to Batavia - 9/9/2004
Football squad ready to make first road trip
Oswego downs Bartlett for 2-0 start on home turf - 9/9/2004
Oswego begins quest for Lemont Cup, SPC trophies
Soccer team claims third shutout win - 9/9/2004
Lady Panthers first at Wheaton North Quad
Tennis team pulls out three 4-3 wins - 9/9/2004
The Column by Kristin Sharp
History repeating - 9/2/2004
Underdogs no more
Practice pays off as Oswego downs Neuqua Valley - 9/2/2004
Lucky number three
Panther soccer team jumps out to 2-0 start - 9/2/2004
High expectations set for Oswego kickers
Veteran squad returns to field - 8/26/2004
Swim team ready to make waves at new pool
Girls swimming preview... - 8/26/2004
Familiar faces return
Veteran Panther spikers, coaches aim for SPC title - 8/26/2004
State champs open year with clean slate
Football season preview... - 8/19/2004
Golfers look to take step forward in new season
Golf season preview... - 8/19/2004
Early motivation
Veteran squad looks to defend SPC title - 8/19/2004
Five decades of dedication
Pickerill continues to devote time, energy to athletics - 8/12/2004
Cats qualify for World Series
Oswego baseball squad returns to Michigan for first-ever appearance in AABC Stan Musial Tournament - 8/12/2004
A new kind of baseball
Oswego Cats bring summer fun to Oswego - 8/5/2004
Cats stun High Tech Scanners in regional
Oswego earns bid to Battle Creek, Mich. for AABC tourney - 8/5/2004
Extra support gives 'boost' to athletics
Parent-run organizations provide additional funds for sports at Oswego, East - 7/29/2004
Summer play provides lessons for Panthers
Oswego shows signs of success at bat, but continues to build solid pitching staff - 7/22/2004
Solid pitching, silent bats in Cats' loss to Downers Grove
7/22/2004
Martial arts gives instructor new look at life
Gilbert keeps daughter's memory alive; opens Sam's Tae Kwon Do - 7/15/2004
All-American heads to Cumberland
Kostos earns recognition from NISCA as top 50-yard swimmer - 7/15/2004
Cats tested by Crestwood in heated game
7/15/2004
Cobras win OT game against Cleveland
From Chicago to Iceland, Sitch welcomes new opportunities - 7/8/2004
Panthers take shape
Baseball team continues to make strides - 7/8/2004
Oswego Cats return to winning ways
Solid pitching helps baseball squad rebound with 8-2 victory over Elmhurst Hawks - 7/1/2004
Panthers have will to win
Summer squad splits with St. Charles East, Neuqua Valley - 7/1/2004
Another year in sports wraps up
Oswego High School sports year in review - 6/24/2004
Age just a number for these Cats
Season started June 1 for the Osweo Cats - 6/24/2004
New baseball coach returns to old field
After playing and coaching under Elko, Neitzel accepts new role as head coach - 6/17/2004
SPC divisions remain unchanged-for now
IHSA announces Class A split, welcomes Oswego East as newest member in Illinois - 6/17/2004
Mini Me helps Oswego family "live the dream"
2003 Illinois Horse of the Year makes history, becomes first two-time winner in 35 years - 6/17/2004
Bulldogs end Panthers' post-season run
Oswego drops one-run game in Morris Sectional semifinal contest - 6/10/2004
DePaul midfielder scores big in Brazil
Oswego High School Class of 2002 - 6/10/2004
Tyioran leaves mark as MVP
Oswego High School Class of 2000 - 6/10/2004
Suhayda wrestles two sports, biology
Oswego High School Class of 2001 - 6/10/2004
Suhayda wrestles two sports, biology
Oswego High School Class of 2001 - 6/10/2004
Home field advantage leads to Panther baseball regional victory
First post season trophy since 1994 - 6/3/2004
Panther softball team suffers ten frustrations
Rough start led to rough season - 6/3/2004
Five OHS track team members head to IHSA finals
Oswego athletes offer solid performances at Charleston - 6/3/2004
The Column by Kristin Sharp
Elko, No. 21 retire from baseball field - 5/27/2004
OHS volleyball reaches new level
Five seniors help capture first SPC title in program's short history - 5/27/2004
Panther tennis trio advance to state tourney
Lowe defeats Neuqua, wins sectional crown - 5/27/2004
Oswego qualifies five for state track meet
Panthers battle through two-day sectional - 5/27/2004
Oswego makes history on the track
Boys claim first SPC crown since 1995 - 5/22/2004
Lady Panther harriers win sectional title
5/22/2004
Wildcats edge out Panthers for SPC crown
Oswego highlights tournament with 10 All-Conference selections - 5/22/2004
Tournament champs!
Volleyball team wins Vernon Hills Invite - 5/22/2004
Rain can't wash away final home game
Soccer team wins Wheaton North Invite; extends win streak against Minooka - 5/13/2004
Oswego clinches 10 events at SPC meet
Lady Panthers forced to settle for second - 5/13/2004
Tennis team aims for top SPC finish
5/13/2004
Softball team faces new defensive woes
Oswego struggles to play error-free ball - 5/13/2004
The Column by Kristin Sharp
Cheerleading becomes a sport-bring it on! - 5/6/2004
Coaching staff takes shape at Oswego East
Burton: Athletic department 75 percent complete - 5/6/2004
Berger bowls path to McKendree College
Four-time state qualifier signs with top-ranked program - 5/6/2004
Soccer team builds six-game win streak
Panther kickers looking forward to final home game - 5/6/2004
Team effort leads Panthers to top of SPC
Oswego, Minooka boast 6-0 records heading into series - 4/29/2004
Dedication leads athlete to Division I program
Snider gives verbal commitment to Alabama - 4/29/2004
Costly errors keep softball team away from victory
Lady Panthers end four game skid as team pounds IMSA 13-2 - 4/29/2004
Minooka spikers best Oswego
After two losses, Indians steal victory at invite - 4/29/2004
Panther kickers finish a strong fourth at St. Charles Invite
Coach credits "great team effort." - 4/15/2004
Panther diamond come-backs not quite enough
Defeats drop record to 4-6 on season - 4/15/2004
Oswego boys split two tennis matches in SPC league play
Panther record now stands at 2-1 on season - 4/15/2004
Young squad learning- -and winning
Lady Panthers overcome obstacles for 2-2 record - 4/8/2004
Volleyball squad dominates Bartlett
Panther boys notch first victory under Meisner - 4/8/2004
Oswego doomed by scoreless second half
After 3-0 victory over Plainfield South, soccer team fails to score against Wildcats - 4/8/2004
Panther kickers go on attack early and often
Trounce Riverside-Brookfield 9-0 - 4/1/2004
Oswego JV baseball team splits openers
DeKalb wins first, Panthers take second game - 4/1/2004
OHS junior Atwood heading to Netherlands in August
To participate in USA Athletes International Baseball program - 4/1/2004
Wolves aim for first win on home turf
Oswego East football team falls to Waubonsie Valley 24-6, plays host to larkin in Week 2 - 8/31/2006
Wolves show added muscle with first win
Six returning players help Oswego East get off to strong start in second varsity season - 8/31/2006
Momentum to continue with seven seniors
Defending regional champions aim for strong start at West Aurora Blackhawk Invite - 8/31/2006
Contractors to replace Oswego water tower
Dismantling of late 1950s-era structure expected this month - 3/9/2006
Changes happening down on the farm
Ag census notes fewer, larger Kendall County farms - 12/2/2004
Kendall to put vote count on web site
10/21/2004






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