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Egrets and herons fish in the Fox River Sep 7, 2012 12:00 AM
They stand motionless in the river, statues of pure white, pillars of slate gray. Eyes fixed on the water. Watching. Waiting. These still-as-stone creatures are egrets and herons — great egrets and great blue herons, to be exact. Many people have asked me about them this month, as the birds are convening conspicuously in the Fox River.
They vaccinate horses, don’t they? Sep 5, 2012 12:00 AM
A Dundee Township letter to the editor: Ruth Kramer wrote wanting to know why there is no vaccine for the West Nile virus. Well, there is ... for horses. If my mini horse can be protected, why not me?
Kane forest panel OKs deer culling by huntingAug 31, 2012 12:00 AM
Kane County bow hunters could help reduce the deer population in two forest preserves this fall under a plan a committee approved Thursday. The preserve commission's utilization and planning committee agreed to allow such hunting, during the state's deer hunting season, at Freeman Kame and Brunner forest preserves in Gilberts and Dundee Township, respectively.
Detours as I-90 bridge over Sleepy Hollow Road repaired Aug 30, 2012 12:00 AM
Sleepy Hollow Road/McLean Boulevard will be closed at the site of the I-90 overpass for a week, starting Sept. 5, as crews do repair work to the bridge deck and supports. In addition, tollway traffic will be squeezed into two lanes around the bridge to accommodate workers and equipment.
Officials in 31 suburban townships get automatic raisesAug 29, 2012 12:00 AM
While most American workers have spent the past four years getting by with stagnating wages, or making even less than in years before, a segment of government employees is doing just fine. Elected officials in 31 suburban townships combined to make $661,387 more this year than they did in 2009. In many cases, they gave themselves the raises -- and they're getting ready to do it again.
West Side library branch grand opening a smash Aug 25, 2012 12:00 AM
The new west side branch of the Fox River Valley Public Library District welcomed more than 1,700 visitors, who were eager to check it out during its grand opening on Saturday. "It's very exciting, everyone has been waiting a long time to have services out this way," said Nancy Kendzior, the branch's manager.
Be an informed voter; visit a candidate forum Aug 23, 2012 12:00 AM
The League of Women Voters of McHenry has lined up several forums to help you get to know who's running for some of our local offices. The first one has been scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Sept. 26 at McHenry County College. McHenry County Board candidates from districts one, two, and three are expected to attend.
Tour new library branch at Randall Oaks SaturdayAug 22, 2012 12:00 AM
The Fox River Valley Public Library District invites the community to a special Randall Oaks Branch Library grand opening celebration on from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 25. Library staff will be on hand to give tours, issue library cards, and answer questions.
‘Discrimination’ just another word for ‘hate’ Aug 15, 2012 12:00 AM
A Dundee Township letter to the editor: I sit here and wonder how hoards of people could head to Chick-fil-A's Appreciation Day solely to support a company which proudly donates their money to organizations that discriminate. Oh, I know that they would say it's to protect free speech, but is that really it?
Randall Oaks Rec Center readying for debutAug 10, 2012 12:00 AM
Twenty years ago, officials within the Dundee Township Park District started talking about building a new recreation center. And evidence of those talks has finally come to fruition. Next week, the 53,000 square foot Randall Oaks Recreation Center will open its doors to the public on Monday, a full month ahead of schedule, said Jim Miller, deputy director of the Dundee Township Park District.
E. Dundee fire district wants new station on ballot Aug 9, 2012 12:00 AM
East Dundee fire district trustees will hold a special meeting at 8:30 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 16, to discuss an ordinance that would place a referendum on the Nov. 6 ballot to sell general obligations bonds to build a new fire station.
East Dundee hires village administrator Aug 8, 2012 12:00 AM
East Dundee leaders have made Bob Skurla their village administrator, officially removing the word "interim" that preceded his title for two years.
See what Fox Performing Arts Center could be at fundraiser Aug 8, 2012 12:00 AM
As we've reported, Rick Browne, a local architect, is working to convert the old Ziegler's Ace Hardware in West Dundee to the Fox Performing Arts Center, a venue he says will revitalize the downtown and become a hub of activity for local arts groups. The next fundraiser, dubbed "Celebrate the Arts," will be held at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 10, at Otto Engineering, 11 W. Main St., Carpentersville.
Randy’s Vegetables in Sleepy Hollow holds fundraiser Aug 7, 2012 12:00 AM
The corn may be roasting in the fields, but some will be left at Randy's Vegetables Farm Stand in Sleepy Hollow to hold a fundraiser on Sunday, Aug. 12, for Illinois Special Olympics athletes. "The corn's not a problem," owner Christine Gaitsch said. "We have plenty, and it's in good shape."
Fundraiser for kidney recipient raises nearly $1,000Jul 29, 2012 12:00 AM
A weekend fundraiser that Wheeling resident Kalin Koychev held for the Saavedra family so far, has raised about $850. Moreover, that dollar amount is expected to increase because there are more donations coming Koychev's way.
Performing arts center in West Dundee in limbo Jul 27, 2012 12:00 AM
Rick Browne has until Monday to raise $500,000 in seed money in order to realize his vision of turning an abandoned West Dundee hardware store into a regional performing arts venue. But barring a miracle, it doesn't appear Browne will reach that deadline, as he's only raised $121,000, an amount has the village president questioning whether the board should continue its partnership with Browne.
Food pantry experiencing drought of perishable food Jul 25, 2012 12:00 AM
Like the weather outside, the FISH Food Pantry in Carpentersville is going through a drought of money its volunteers use to buy items such as meat, fruits and vegetables. Volunteers need about $7,000 a month to buy the perishable food, said pantry President Mary Graziano.
4-H competitions stay strong at the Kane County Fair Jul 14, 2012 12:00 AM
The Kane County 4-H organization branches from the University of Illinois Extension program. Every year, members compete at the Kane County Fair to win awards. Doris Braddock, a 4-H community worker, said Kane County 4-H competitions have been around longer than the fair itself. Many families pass this tradition down to each generation.
New shows, acts add flair to Kane County Fair Jul 14, 2012 12:00 AM
For 144 years, the Kane County Fair and Festival has brought families together to enjoy five days of entertainment and excitement. Larry Breon, Kane County Fairgrounds president, said many people come to "get their carnival food fix," but they stay for the other attractions, which include amusement rides, shows, music and competitions.
Dundee bakers named Humanitarians of the Year Jul 10, 2012 12:00 AM
East Dundee business owners Roger and Diane Ahrens were not looking for recognition when they began "Operation Sweettooth" eight years ago. They wanted to quietly send cookies to U.S. soldiers fighting in Iraq and Afghanistan. The owners of the Piece-A-Cake Bakery on North River Street were named Humanitarians of the Year by members of the Illinois' Veterans of Foreign Wars.