Eight people were able to escape a house fire in Plano that claimed the life of several of the family’s pets. Two firefighters were injured while battling the blaze, with one requiring treatment at a medical facility.

All in need are welcome to visit the location at First Lutheran Church in Plano, 200 N. Center St.

The collection accepts any foam materials marked with the PS6 symbol, including rinsed white food containers, white foam packaging, packing peanuts, and bubble wrap.

Oswego East outfielder Dominic Battista was selected by the Kansas City Royals on Saturday in the fourth round of the MLB Draft with the 119th overall selection.

Kendall County residents can download the free Recycle Coach app, which includes engagement and educational tools to help people manage and correctly dispose of their waste.

Yorkville Library brings adults together with free weekly books clubs held at different times and days.

Open Roads ABATE had a booth at the Blaze in the City Car/Bike Show in Sandwich on June 27.

No licensed vaccines or medicines are available to prevent or treat West Nile virus disease in people.

Kendall County offers excellent paved and limestone-screened trails ideal for biking.

The Kendall County Health Department, in partnership with VNA Health Care, will offer school and sports physicals on Thursday, Aug. 20, from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. at 811 W John Street, Yorkville.