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Activist who targeted Amrich out as IT vendor in Island Lake May 15, 2013 12:00 AM
The consultant who oversaw Island Lake village hall's computer system, and who tried to derail Charles Amrich's mayoral bid, has been fired, officials confirmed. Island Lake officials will host a special meeting Thursday to discuss hiring a new consultant to replace Daniel Field and his Kodiak Technology Group, officials said.
Guerin Prep Girls’ Soccer Wins First Regional Title in School History, Head to SemifinalsMay 15, 2013 12:00 AM
The girls’ soccer team at Guerin College Preparatory High School has earned their first regional title in the school’s 50-year history.
Wauconda District 118 expected to hire new AD Thursday May 14, 2013 12:00 AM
The Wauconda Unit School District 118 board will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday at the district office, 555 N. Main St., to discuss new parent and student handbooks and other issues. The board also is set to hire a new athletic director, but the candidate's name has not been made public.
Sign of the times at Wauconda: 12-0 May 14, 2013 12:00 AM
As soon as Wauconda's baseball team finished its undefeated run through the North Suburban Conference Prairie Division, Bulldogs unfurled a splashy, colored banner, compliments of a generous parent. Included on the banner was Wauconda's NSC Prairie record: "12-0" Mind you, the sign was made in the morning — before the Bulldogs' 13-6 win over visiting Antioch on Tuesday. So if Antioch had beaten Wauconda, what would have become of the banner, which would have the Bulldogs' record incorrect? "I don't know," Wauconda coach Bill Sliker said with a laugh. "I guess I would have put it in the basement." Moot point now.
Victory wears well on Phillips, Antioch May 14, 2013 12:00 AM
Bound for Ball State University, where she plans to study fashion merchandising, Antioch senior pitcher Katie Phillips was styling Tuesday. Never mind that she was wearing her softball uniform and sweating under the season's hottest sun. "I like clothes," a smiling Phillips said. While pitching Antioch to a 5-1 win over host Wauconda in the teams' North Suburban Conference Prairie Division finale, Phillips dusted off her old outfielder skills.
The 508 Caboose of "The J" Has Come to StayMay 14, 2013 12:00 AM
The 508 Caboose of "The J" Has Come to Stay in West Chicago
Music Workshop for Early Childhood Educators and Camp CounselorsMay 14, 2013 12:00 AM
Miss Carole of Macaroni Soup has songs for Summer Camp and Summer School!
Church holds rummage saleMay 14, 2013 12:00 AM
Prince of Peace Church kicks off the summer rummage sale season in northwestern Lake County with its indoor-outdoor extravaganza June 6-7 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. and June 8 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. The sale is located at the corner of Routes 83 and 132.
Gibis pitches Wauconda past Antioch May 13, 2013 12:00 AM
Wauconda's baseball team moved one step closer Monday to completing a perfect run through the North Suburban Conference Prairie Division. The Bulldogs defeated host Antioch 5-2, as Brandon Gibis earned the win over David Meade in a battle of aces.
Woodlands Academy Celebrates Community ServiceMay 13, 2013 12:00 AM
Students recognized for various community service projects. Many did 50+ hours more than they needed.
Volunteers Recognized at Advocate Condell CeremonyMay 13, 2013 12:00 AM
At their annual Volunteer Awards & Recognition Celebration during National Volunteer Appreciation Week in late April, Advocate Condell officials celebrated their team of 477 volunteers who dedicated a total of 50,448 hours in 2012.
West Chicago's Community Art Banner Project Answers A Question of Balance From the Perspective of Eleven ArtistsMay 13, 2013 12:00 AM
West Chicago's Community Art Banner Project Answers A Question of Balance From the Perspective of Eleven Artists
Health Department Observes World No Tobacco Day, May 31May 13, 2013 12:00 AM
Each year, the Lake County Health Department/Community Health Center and other health organizations nationwide observe World No Tobacco Day on May 31. The purpose of this day is to advocate for policies that prevent tobacco consumption, reduce secondhand exposure, and increase tobacco cessation.
Wauconda handles Zion-Benton May 11, 2013 12:00 AM
Bush, Stevenson rise to another NSC occasion May 11, 2013 12:00 AM
Taking control of the North Suburban Conference boys tennis tournament is starting to be an annual event for Stevenson. The Patriots netted another NSC title on Saturday, topping Lake Forest 38-28.5 for the top spot in the event hosted by Wauconda and completed at the Vernon Hills Athletic Complex. Warren edged Libertyville 23.5 to 23 for third place. Jeremy Bush of Stevenson was victorious over Warren's Kristiyan Trukov in straight sets for the No. 1 singles championship, and the Patriots captured all three of their doubles matches over the Scouts.
National Merit Scholarship winners in Lake County May 10, 2013 12:00 AM
Sixteen high school students from Lake County were named National Merit $2,500 Scholarship winners for 2013.
Chicago Philharmonic to name Larry Rachleff as music director emeritus at May 24 concertMay 10, 2013 12:00 AM
On Friday, May 24 at 7:30 p.m., Larry Rachleff, Principal Conductor and Music Director of the Chicago Philharmonic, will raise his baton one last time when he conducts Bernstein and Schubert, the final symphonic concert of the 2012-2013 season at Pick-Staiger Hall in Evanston.
First Scout to Achieve New STEM Supernova AwardMay 10, 2013 12:00 AM
Eugene Lim, the first Scout to earn the new Boy Scouts of America's Supernova Award in the Three Fires Council service area will be recognized at the Council Annual Board meeting on Thursday, June 20, 2013 at the Hotel Arista located in Naperville.
After 8-year absence, Charles Amrich mayor again in Island LakeMay 9, 2013 12:00 AM
Charles Amrich, Island Lake's elected leader from 1985 to 2005, was sworn in Thursday at village hall, along with four of his political allies. "It feels good," Amrich told the Daily Herald moments after taking the oath from McHenry County Judge Michael Feetterer in a boardroom filled with supporters. "It feels like it did a long time ago."
Kloss right on track; sectional title to Lakes May 9, 2013 12:00 AM
Grayslake Central's Leah Kloss excelled in her new spring sport, and Lakes took top team honors in Thursday's girls track sectional hosted by the Rams.