Yesteryear: Looking back at stories that captured headlines in the Record for July

Anticipating improved air quality, both Cruise Nights and River Fest going ahead in Yorkville

With air quality alerts in-place for Kendall County, but weather projections forecasting the Canadian wildfire smoke to gradually improve, both the Yorkville “River Fest” and the “Cruise Nights on the River” are going ahead as planned.

Sound limits placed on CyrusOne data center in Yorkville, residents still worried about construction noise

With construction picking-up on the 228-acre CyrusOne data center, the city of Yorkville adopted new noise pollution standards for the project. Some residents say the rules do not safeguard residents from the lengthy construction period and simultaneous data center projects.

Cruise Nights on the River coincides with Fox Republic Brewing Company’s 3rd anniversary in Yorkville

In recognition of Fox Republic Brewing Company’s third anniversary in Yorkville, this Friday’s Cruise Nights on the River is expected to be extra special.

District 308 replacing deteriorating retaining wall next to Oswego High School track

The retaining wall adjacent to the Oswego High School track was installed approximately 20 years ago and has reached the end of its expected service life.

Oswegoland Park District closes pools, cancels tonight’s concert because of poor air quality

The Chicago area is experiencing hazardous air quality because of thick smoke and particulate matter drifting from wildfires in Canada and Minnesota.