Fermilab Grounds Reopen for Public Recreation
The grounds of Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory in Batavia are open to the public again after being closed for two years due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Access to indoor areas remains limited and there are new visiting hours and access requirements, officials said...
read moreForest Preserve 2021 Year in Review Video
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read moreWheaton Document Shredding & More at April 2 Recycling Event
Mark your calendar for a popular event hosted by Wheaton’s Environmental Improvement Commission. On Saturday, April 2, from 8:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m., this drive-through event will take place in the Commuter Parking Lot at Carlton and Liberty. Items you can bring for...
read moreHow to Report Anonymous Crime Tips from Sheriff Mendrick
Anonymous Crime Tips (ACT) This secure and anonymous program will allow a resident to send a tip to the DuPage County Sheriff's Office by either texting from your cell phone or by sending an email message from your computer. The Sheriff's Office will be able to...
read more3/17/22 Daily Herald – Candidates Line up for DuPage County Forest Preserve Election
Candidates line up for DuPage County forest preserve election Democrats running for seats on the DuPage County Forest Preserve board can expect a quieter primary season than the near double-digit field of candidates on the Republican side. GOP contenders face...
read moreWorkNet DuPage Announces New Paid Internships for Young Adults in Partnership with DuPage County Businesses
Press Release Contact Information: Amy Ullo (630) 955-2067 Tuesday, March 15, 2022 The DuPage County Workforce Development Division at workNet DuPage today announced it is expanding its Youth Employment Program, Make Your Way (MY Way), to offer paid internships for...
read moreBoaters Invited to Take Free Boater Education Course April 9
Those who complete course earn a boating safety certificate (March 14, 2022) — Learn about boat safety, equipment, and regulations, and earn a state boating safety certificate at a Boater Education Course from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, April 9, at James “Pate”...
read moreForest Preserve District Begins Spring Prescription Burn Season to Benefit Habitats
Specially trained crews carry out burns in spring and fall (March 8, 2022) — In coming weeks specially trained crews from the DuPage Forest Preserve District will be conducting prescription burns at selected sites in the county’s preserves. Prescription burns are...
read moreForest Preserve Updates – Slow Down on Spring Cleaning in Your Garden
With the recent warm weather and native plants starting to emerge from their winter slumber, folks may be eager to do some spring cleaning in their gardens. For the sake of pollinators and insects, though, it’s best to hold off until the weather is steadily in the...
read moreBlackwell News – Test your fishing skills at annual Hard Water Classic tournament Feb. 12!
Join the Chicago area's largest ice fishing tournament, hosted by DuPage Forest Preserve District, from noon to 3:30 p.m. The top three catches of largemouth bass, bluegill, northern pike and crappie will receive gift cards of $125, $100 and $75, respectively to local...
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