Its Wednesday night, which means it’s history night! We are taking a little field trip to the Kane Manor Inn where Kane Historic Preservation Society member Matt Boyer shares stories about this historic landmark built by Elizabeth Kane.
Category: 100 Days of Kane
Day 89- Stories from boy scouts
The Boy Scouts are active in Kane and tonight we hear from Troop 427. They range from 6th – 12th grade and have some great stories to share about their time in Scouts. We even have some Eagle Scouts in the making!
Day 88- Stories about working together for the community
Community service is a value in Kane and today Stacy Lindquist shares stories about a few groups she is involved in and what it has meant to her.
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Day 87- A middle school story from 2 points of view
Day 87- Memories of middle school bring up so many great stories. Today Mr. Dick Buckley and Lowell Watts share one story from two points of view- one as principal and one as 7th grader. We think you’ll love it!
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Day 86- It’s the people
Sometimes it takes being away to realize what is so special about a place. David Walker grew up here and after over 30 years moved back with his wife Hilde, who is from Germany. What’s reason they both love it here? The people. Today they share stories about how people in Kane make all the difference.
Day 85- Stories about starting a business in Kane
Although Riki Tanaka doesn’t live in Kane, he chose to open a restaurant right on Fraley Street a little over a year ago. Today he tells the story of how he made that decision, opening day and how people in Kane have welcomed him.
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Day 84- Kane fire department stories
The Kane Fire Department 5 is a great community service and is run by volunteers. Today Tom Brinkley shares stories of his nearly 60 years serving. We are so grateful!
Day 83- Stories about Holgate Brothers Company
It’s Wednesday night, so you know what that means- it’s Kane history night at the Depot! Tonight Dick Bly shares stories about Holgate Brothers Company, one of the oldest wooden toy company in the USA, and their connection to Kane.
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Day 82- Stories about a Kane printing company & the drive-in
The Holmes Poster Advertising Company and Kane Family Drive-In have something in common and that’s the Holmes family! Today Ann Holmes Chapman and Mary Holmes share stories about both. Enjoy watching- they will be sure to bring back great memories!
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Day 81- Pickleball stories
Today Becky Porkolab and Keith Reigel share stories about Pickleball in Kane. Keith has even medaled in Senior State Pickleball Tournaments! The courts in Kane are painted with both tennis and Pickleball lines and it’s a big thing happening right here in Kane.