Kendall County Board recently honored Chief Deputy Scott Koster for his 26 years of service to the of the Kendall County Sheriff’s Office, Koster will retire in August. Koster has served as a Patrol Deputy, Field Training Officer, Community Policing Deputy, Sergeant, Detective Sergeant, Commander, and Chief Deputy. (Photo courtesy Kendall County Sheriff’s Office)

Kendall County

Deputies seek info on theft

The Kendall County Sheriff’s Office is seeking information in reference to a theft. The incident occurred between 8 p.m. on July 9 and 7:30 a.m. on July 11 at a business in the 100 block of South Church Street in Millington.

A riding lawnmower and flatbed trailer was taken from the business. The Kendall County Sheriff’s Office report number is 2016-2155. Anyone with information on this or other crimes is urged to call Kendall County Crime Stoppers at (630) 553-5999. Callers remain anonymous and are eligible for a reward of up to $1,000.00 for information leading to the arrest of the offenders.

Kendall deputies seek info on burglaries

The Kendall County Sheriff’s Office is seeking information in reference to two burglaries from unlocked motor vehicles. The incidents occurred between 10:30 pm on July 12 and 2:30 am on July 13, in the first block of West Liberty Street and 100 block of South Union Street in Newark.

The Kendall County Sheriff’s Office report numbers are 2016-2186 and 2016-2187. Anyone with information on this or other crimes is urged to call Kendall County Crime Stoppers at (630) 553-5999.

Callers remain anonymous and are eligible for a reward of up to $1,000.00 for information leading to the arrest of the offenders.

First responders ready to play ball

On Tuesday, August 2, as part of the National Night Out, the Kendall County Sheriff’s Office, Oswego Police Department, and Oswego Fire Protection District will be playing exhibition baseball games against youth from the Oswego Baseball and Softball Association and Oswego Cobra Baseball.

The games will played at Prairie Point Park located 4120 Plainfield Road in Oswego with first pitch at 7 pm.  Admission is a suggested donation of $5 with kids under

12 and seniors get in for free, All proceeds will benefit your local Kendall County Special Olympians.

These games played by local first responders against the future leaders of the community, provide an opportunity to enhance relationships between the community and first responders under positive circumstances, while bringing back a true sense of community.

For information regarding the event, please contact Community Policing Deputy David Lawson at (630) 553-7500, Ext. 1179 or dlawson@co.kendall.il.us.

Local cooling centers during heat wave

During the hot summer months, cooling centers are available throughout Kendall County. Currently sites in Yorkville include: Beecher Center, Senior Services Associates, Caring Hands Thrift Shop, Grace Community Church, Heritage Woods of Yorkville, Kendall County Health Department, Kendall County Safety Center, and the Yorkville Public Library.

Call first to ensure the cooling center is able to receive you. Addresses and phone numbers of sites are available by visiting http://www.yorkville.il.us/DocumentCenter/View/2638

Montgomery

National Night Out locations set

On Tuesday, Aug. 2, neighborhoods throughout Montgomery are being invited to join forces with thousands of communities nationwide for National Night Out a crime and drug prevention event. National Night Out, which is sponsored by the National Association of Town Watch (NATW) and co-sponsored locally by the Montgomery Police Department, will involve an estimated 40 million people in over 16,000 communities. This year’s event will reach out to all 50 states, U.S. territories, Canada, and military bases throughout the U.S. and around the world.

National Night Out is designed to: Heighten crime and drug prevention awareness, generate support for, and participation in, local anti-crime efforts, strengthen neighborhood spirit and police community partnerships and send a message to criminals letting them know that neighborhoods are organized and fighting back.

This year the Montgomery Police Department along with the Montgomery, Aurora Township, Oswego, Sugar Grove, and Bristol-Kendall Fire Departments will be visiting the several neighborhoods. For times and locations, visit https://ci.montgomery.il.us/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=562.

Oswego

Mobile device/computer help for seniors

Microsoft will begin charging for a Windows 10 upgrade after July 29. Now is the time to get help obtaining Windows 10, and learning the ins and outs of your new operating system. Registration is required.

Contact Sharon at 630-554-5602 to sign up or register for individual help, or email info@oswegoseniorcenter.org. Mobile device classes will run in the computer lab at the Oswego Senior Center, 156 E. Washington Street on July 29 from 2 to 4 pm (by appointment only).

Police conduct rapid response training

In an effort to advance countywide law enforcement agency unity and increase the effectiveness of emergency tactical law enforcement response, members from the Oswego Police Department and Kendall County Sheriff’s Office conducted training earlier this month at a local school on rapid deployment.

Rapid deployment training prepares police officers and first responders to deal with potentially violent situations and subjects actively engaged in acts of violence.

Several certified instructors from both departments and the Oswego Fire Protection District simulated scenarios officers may encounter during an active threat of violence, including techniques on building entry, locating and neutralizing an active threat along with tactical casualty care and wound treatment.

Both departments would like to thank Community Unit School District 308 for their cooperation and assistance during this training effort. Education, planning and training can make a difference towards the prevention of potential violence. The Oswego Police Department and Kendall County Sheriff’s Office will continue to work together to improve community safety and strengthen relationships among all law enforcement entities.

Sugar Grove

Four-day corn-boil takes place this weekend

Thursday kicks-off the Sugar Grove Corn Boil, a four-day event featuring food, music and fun for the whole family. The carnival opens on Thursday from 5-10 p.m., but most events begin on Friday. Events include an ice cream eating contest, vendor booths, jugglers, princesses, live concerts, a 5K, a medallion hunt and a car show. Fireworks will fly on Saturday at 9:30 p.m.

The Corn Boil is located in Volunteer Park at 61 Main Street Sugar Grove. Admission and parking are free.

–Kendall County News Briefs–