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Forest board to meet Tuesday Feb 10, 2013 12:00 AM
The Lake County Forest Preserve District board will meet Tuesday to discuss purchasing pet waste pickup bags, buying tree fencing and other issues.
Projects would boost Lake County forest preserve access Feb 5, 2013 12:00 AM
Lake County Forest Preserve District officials are considering a staff recommendation to add or replace about $3 million in various projects to the capital plan. Proposals include public access to two preserves, as well as trails or trail connections in other locations. "We look at most of these as projects of opportunity," Mike Fenelon, the district's director of planning, conservation and development, said of the proposed additions.
Tiny shrimp a big find in Lake CountyFeb 2, 2013 12:00 AM
Ecologists this past summer found a species of shrimp in the Des Plaines River in southern Lake County that is rare in the area. The inch-long Mississippi grass shrimp had only been documented in two other Illinois locations: Otter Creek and the Kankakee River.The presence of the crustacean is indicative of an improving water system, officials said.
Profiles in Excellence celebration in North Chicago Jan 28, 2013 12:00 AM
Profiles in Excellence pays tribute to African-American educators from 3 to 5 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 3 at the Greenbelt Cultural Center, 1215 Green Bay Road in North Chicago.
Forest board to discuss invasive plants Jan 14, 2013 12:00 AM
The Lake County Forest Preserve District board will meet Tuesday to discuss contracts for controlling invasive plants and other business.
Lake County forest district considers bond issueJan 9, 2013 12:00 AM
The Lake County Forest Preserve District is considering the sale of $25 million in bonds for land acquisition and restoration projects. This is the fifth of six planned issues to eventually raise $185 million, the amount approved by county voters in 2008. Officials say $15 million will be used for land acquisition and $10 million for public improvements.
Tollway need could be bonus for Lake County forest district Jan 7, 2013 12:00 AM
Compensating for wetlands to be affected by the Elgin-O'Hare Expressway extension project could result in up to $9 million in improvements at Pine Dunes Forest Preserve in Lake County. The Illinois State Toll Highway Authority and Lake County Forest Preserve District are expected to pursue an agreement regarding the trail and restoration work at the site near Wadsworth.
Route 53 extension a top priority for new Lake County Board chairmanDec 3, 2012 12:00 AM
Lake County Commissioner Aaron Lawlor was elected the new county board chairman this morning following a vote by its members. He replaces Commissioner David Stolman of Buffalo Grove, who opted not to seek another term. "I am so grateful to lead this body," Lawlor said. "There's a lot of change on this board today, but our priorities remain the same."
Aaron Lawlor’s speech to the county board Dec 3, 2012 12:00 AM
This is the text of Lake County Board Chairman Aaron Lawlor's acceptance speech.
7 Lake County Board members, other officials honored for service Nov 20, 2012 12:00 AM
Seven outgoing Lake County Board members were honored for their service Tuesday, the last meeting before newly elected officials take over next month. Three countywide politicians were similarly honored. County Clerk Willard Helander read resolutions that detailed the accomplishments of each of the departing commissioners.
$10.3 million acquisition would link northern Lake County forest preserves Nov 13, 2012 12:00 AM
A $10.3 million acquisition being pursued by the Lake County Forest Preserve District would provide a key link to the Millennium Trail and expand a sprawling collection of open spaces in the northern part of the county. The 315-acre site in Newport Township, once considered for a wind farm, would become an addition to the Pine Dunes Forest Preserve.
GOP retains majority on Lake County Board Nov 11, 2012 12:00 AM
Despite big wins by Democratic candidates across the suburbs, control of the Lake County Board will remain in Republican hands. Because of redistricting and a remapping process that shrunk the board from 23 to 21 members, every seat was up for election last week. When the ballots were counted, 13 Republicans and eight Democrats were victorious.
Lake forest preserves now have solar lights on trails Nov 9, 2012 12:00 AM
With small solar lights to guide their way, hikers, skiers and snowshoers can get some brisk evening exercise along the 1.3-mile fitness trail at Old School Forest Preserve in Libertyville, and along a 1.65-mile hilly, scenic section of the Millennium Trail in Wauconda.
Forest district summer camps Nov 6, 2012 12:00 AM
The Lake County Forest Preserve District will offer a variety of summer camps for young nature lovers in 2013, and the calendar is available for viewing and registration.
Hot races to watch in Lake CountyNov 5, 2012 12:00 AM
Lake County voters will decide some particularly close races on Election Day. Key races include State Senate District 31, House District 59, House District 62, Lake County State's Attorney and Lake County Board District 13. Here's a look at those contests.
Preview new museum home Nov 2, 2012 12:00 AM
The Lake County Discovery Museum will host its annual fundraising event from 4:30 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 14, at its future home.
Fort Sheridan parking to increase Nov 1, 2012 12:00 AM
The number of parking spaces at the Fort Sheridan Forest Preserve in Highland Park will increase from 20 to 100 by spring 2013.
Grace period registration Oct 24, 2012 12:00 AM
Grace period registration for the Nov. 6 General Elections ends Saturday, Nov. 3.
Experts present the hidden world of wolves and coyotes Oct 23, 2012 12:00 AM
To help the public understand two predators that have an increasingly strong presence in the Midwest, Conserve Lake County and Friends of Ryerson Woods are bringing two experts on wolves and coyotes to Lake County for a program at Thursday, Nov. 8, at the Greenbelt Cultural Center.
Tax hike claim on political ad stirs debate in 31st state Senate race Oct 20, 2012 12:00 AM
A claim of being a "tax and spend politician" in campaign literature has riled Melinda Bush, a Democrat running for the 31st District state Senate seat in northern and central Lake County. Republican opponent Joe Neal says the facts are documented. The seat is open as incumbent Suzi Schmidt is not running for reelection.