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Join a restoration group: May 20, 2013 12:00 AM
Do you want to help improve the environment? Consider joining a summer restoration project with the Lake County Forest Preserve District.
Countryside fundraiser: May 19, 2013 12:00 AM
Palatine-based Countryside Association for People with Disabilities hosts its eighth annual Opportunity Walk/Run/Roll fundraiser at 9:30 a.m. Sunday, June 2, at Independence Grove in Libertyville.
Recreational opportunities to expand in Lindenhurst May 17, 2013 12:00 AM
Two projects expected to greatly increase recreational opportunities in the Lindenhurst area are moving forward, funded in large part by federal and state grants totaling more than $3 million.
Authors discuss publishing in digital age May 16, 2013 12:00 AM
Producing, Publishing and Writing a Book in the Digital Age is the topic of a free program at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 22 at the The Stevenson Center on Democracy 25200 N. St. Mary's Road, Mettawa
Countryside fundraiser May 12, 2013 12:00 AM
Palatine-based Countryside Association for People with Disabilities hosts its eighth annual Opportunity Walk/Run/Roll fundraiser at 9:30 a.m. Sunday, June 2, at Independence Grove in Libertyville.
Pending agreements move Rollins Gateway project closer to construction May 8, 2013 12:00 AM
Several pending agreements will finalize details involving utility relocation and the construction and extension of a network of paths as construction nears for the massive Rollins Gateway project at Route 83 and Rollins Road in Round Lake Beach. The work will begin this summer and last two construction seasons.
Don’t let ticks ruin your summer fun May 7, 2013 12:00 AM
Warmer weather will be here to stay soon, and with it comes the draw towards outdoor activities. While enjoying these activities, don't forget to take action to prevent bites from ticks that share our outdoor spaces.
Has Des Plaines River flood prevention stalled?Apr 28, 2013 12:00 AM
Nearly 27 years since the twin deluges of 1986 and 1987 set new flooding records affecting thousands of homes and businesses, only three of the six flood control projects proposed by the Army Corps of Engineers have been acted upon. Among the flood control projects that remain is the proposed expansion of Big Bend Lake reservoir in Des Plaines, one of the areas hardest hit by the April 17 storm.
Lake Co. conservation leader leaving for new post Apr 24, 2013 12:00 AM
Steve Barg, who has served as executive director of Conserve Lake County (formerly Liberty Prairie Conservancy) for more than 10 years, will leave the organization in June. The conservation group has diversified its services and partnerships during his tenure.
National touring exhibition visits Discovery Museum Apr 22, 2013 12:00 AM
Rare, original prints by some of the biggest names in modern art are on display through Aug. 25 at the Modern Masters exhibition at the Lake County Discovery Museum in Wauconda.
Why flooding is tamer than in years past in Gurnee Apr 18, 2013 12:00 AM
Volunteers have filled sandbags and the Des Plaines River is on pavement in some areas, but much has changed since the last significant flood on Gurnee’s east side in 2004. Gurnee has purchased at least a dozen structures that were demolished and removed from the flood zone east of the Des Plaines River. That allowed for the creation of more open space to soak up flood water, which allowed flooding to be less widespread, officials said.
Native plant sale scheduled: Apr 17, 2013 12:00 AM
More than 70 varieties plants will be available for purchase at the Lake County Forest Preserve District's 16th annual native plant sale.
O'Kelly won't quit county post despite township winApr 17, 2013 12:00 AM
Veteran Lake County Board member Diana O'Kelly on Wednesday said she won't resign that post once she's sworn in as Fremont Township's supervisor in May. The Mundelein-area Republican said she'll finish her two-year county term and let voters choose her successor. Letting voters elect her successor is "the fairest thing," she said. She promised not to accept a salary for the remainder of her county and forest preserve district board service.
Helpful tips for living with wildlife Apr 17, 2013 12:00 AM
People can coexist with wildlife peacefully. The Lake County Health Department/Community Health Center recommends the following ways for residents to avoid problems with coyotes, foxes as well as other wildlife.
Making garden plans? Native plant sale offers wide selection Apr 12, 2013 12:00 AM
More than 70 varieties of sun-loving, shade-loving and savanna plants will be available for purchase at the Lake County Forest Preserves' 16th annual Native Plant Sale on May 11 and 12. The forest preserve district has teamed with the Solid Waste Agency of Lake County and the Lake County Stormwater Management Commission again this year to sell rain barrels and compost bins at the plant sale.
Lake County forest board chooses new executive director Apr 9, 2013 12:00 AM
The Lake County Forest Preserve District board on Tuesday hired the agency’s next executive director. Alex Ty Kovach, a Minnesota resident who’s been working since 2012 for a company that manages a group of private islands in the Republic of Mozambique, was chosen for the job. He’ll replace Tom Hahn, who retired last month.
Forest preserve district board opts for compromise to pay down debt Apr 9, 2013 12:00 AM
The Lake County Forest Preserve District board on Tuesday opted for a compromise involving $1.6 million in surplus bond funds. About two-thirds of the surplus or $1.1 million will be used in the next two years to pay down debt, with the rest put toward projects that could reduce operating expenses in the future. “This compromise looks to the needs of current and future residents," said forest board President Ann Maine.
Editorial: Proposal for surplus forest funds a win-winApr 5, 2013 12:00 AM
A Daily Herald editorial urges Lake County forest commissioners to make a fiscal statement and adopt a proposed compromise on use of $1.6 million in surplus funds.
Lake County forest preserve committee recommends how to use surplus Apr 5, 2013 12:00 AM
Lake County taxpayers would get a slight break the next two years based on a recommendation by the forest preserve district's finance and administrative committee to shift $1.1 million of a surplus to pay down debt. About $535,000 would be used for projects designed to cut operating expenses. The full board will vote on the measure Tuesday.
Forest board must decide whether to give $4 rebates Apr 2, 2013 12:00 AM
Lake County Forest Preserve District commissioners are considering whether a $1.6 million surplus should be used for projects or as a tax break. A majority say building facilities is more important to the public than a $4 savings over two years.