🌱 How will Kane County’s RTA tax shift affect roads and jobs?
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In today's newsletter:
- How will Kane County’s RTA tax shift affect roads and jobs?
- Could Sunflower be Kane County’s most independent adoptable cat?
Today's riddle: What do sweet potatoes wear to bed? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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- Saturday: Humid; an afternoon t-storm, temps: high: 81, low: 65.
- Sunday: A t-storm around in the a.m., with a high of 76 and low of 61 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Kane County Board OKs RTA sales tax reallocation, meant to help balance 2027 budget as deficit woes continue (chicagotribune.com) — Kane County leaders have approved reallocating a large share of RTA sales tax revenue from transportation projects to the general fund to help balance the 2027 budget and avoid layoffs. The move follows failed sales tax hikes and years of using reserves, and could slow or shrink future road and transit work as transportation officials warn of long-term funding gaps. 
• Kane County Animal Control Pet of the Week (kanecountyconnects.com) — Kane County Animal Control is spotlighting Sunflower, a one-year-old independent gray tabby-tortie who prefers treats, solitude, and low-key companionship over cuddles and playtime. If you’re looking for a low-maintenance cat and want to adopt locally in Kane County, KCAC provides applications online and ensures all pets are fixed, vaccinated, and microchipped before going home.
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- Pizza Hut, Inc. posted a job opening for Shift Lead in Jerseyville. Apply here.
- Arby's, LLC posted a job opening for Team Member in Jerseyville. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Kane here.
🗞 Nearby News
Jerseyville
- Jerseyville OKs annexation for 20-acre solar project on Route 16 (myjournalcourier.com)
- Jerseyville Approves Road Closure For 2026 Fair Parade, Announces July 4 Events (riverbender.com)
- Jerseyville man charged with threatening police official (bnd.com)
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