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Round Lake pool weekend opening delayed due to broken pipe May 24, 2013 12:00 AM
Round Lake Area Park District’s aquatic center won’t open as scheduled this weekend due to a broken pipe under the main pool, officials said. Park District Executive Director Bob Newport said the repairs are expected to cost about $50,000. He said there will be enough money in the district’s building repair fund to cover the tab. The anticipated opening date is June 15.
Round Lake park board vacancy Mar 17, 2013 12:00 AM
The Round Lake Area Park District is seeking applicants to fill a vacancy on its five-member board of commissioners.
Bernard Meckler: Candidate ProfileFeb 15, 2013 12:00 AM
Candidate information for Bernard Meckler, running for Round Lake Area Park Board (6-year Term)
Tim Pasternak: Candidate ProfileFeb 15, 2013 12:00 AM
Candidate information for Tim Pasternak, running for Round Lake Area Park Board (6-year Term)
Grayslake D46 contract talks fizzle againJan 17, 2013 12:00 AM
Negotiations on a new employment contract between Grayslake Elementary District 46 board members and the teachers union ended unsuccessfully today, meaning the strike will continue for at least another day. The next session is set for Sunday.
Park director contract extended Dec 20, 2012 12:00 AM
Bob Newport, executive director of the Round Lake Area Park District, will receive a three-year contract extension.
Bond refinancing to give Round lake Area Park District breathing room for improvementsSep 19, 2012 12:00 AM
The Round Lake Area Park District will be refinancing a bond issues of nearly $7 million, which is expected to free up some cash and save some time. "We can clear up debt," said executive director Bob Newport. The bonds were used to build a new clubhouse at the Renwood golf course in 1999 and build a sports complex in 2006. The extra funds could be used to repair the aging pool, for example, without having to go to referendum, which hasn't since the district was formed in 1974.
Round Lake Area Park District officer told to stop using dog on duty Aug 10, 2012 12:00 AM
Round Lake Area Park District officials have decided to temporarily retire Nadja, the German shepherd and personal pet of Ranger police officer Terry Kaminski. At Thursday's park board meeting, commissioners postponed the issue of liability insurance for the dog pending further discussion with their attorney and staff. In the meantime, they directed Kaminski to stop using Nadja while on duty.
Round Lake Park District officer’s dog focus of upcoming debate Aug 6, 2012 12:00 AM
The Round Lake Area Park District board will debate Thursday whether one of its Ranger police officers should be allowed to continue using his German shepherd on the job.
Parades, fireworks, festivals part of Fourth of July festivities in Lake County Jun 30, 2012 12:00 AM
Independence Day is on its way, and in Lake County, that means there is a lot to do in the suburbs. Here is a guide to navigating the many festivals, parades and firework showings. Most events are free.
2 suburbs postpone fireworks shows; others a go so far Jun 29, 2012 12:00 AM
Fireworks shows in Wauconda and Round Lake Beach will be postponed because of fire risks. Most towns in the Northwest suburbs and DuPage County plan to proceed with their shows. St. Charles will decide Monday morning whether to carry on with its show. Displays in Aurora, Bensenville, Carol Stream, Glen Ellyn, Itasca, Lisle, Lombard, Naperville, Oak Brook, Oakbrook Terrace and Wheaton are set to go off as scheduled.
Strike 3 baseball clinic coming to Round Lake Mar 28, 2012 12:00 AM
Strike 3 Baseball Clinic is coming to the Round Lake Sports Center on March 31. The clinic, created by established coaches and former professional baseball players, will teach the fundamentals of baseball to children ages 7 through 10, officials said.
Egg-ceptional weekend: Egg hunts, candy and Mr. Bunny at Lake County events Mar 27, 2012 12:00 AM
Brightly colored eggs, candy and a visit from the Easter bunny will be found in a host of community celebrations scheduled for this weekend throughout Lake County.
Frosty Footrace on Feb. 26: Feb 16, 2012 12:00 AM
The Round Lake Area Park District hosts a Frosty Footrace 5K Run/Walk on Sunday, Feb. 26.
Strict policy on smoking, tobacco use in Grandwood Park Jan 25, 2012 12:00 AM
A small park district in unincorporated Lake County near Gurnee has become completely tobacco- and smoke-free. Grandwood Park Park District’s policy, enacted through a board vote Jan. 11, applies to all property and vehicles.
Round Lake Area Park District, Richardson Adventure Farm win award Oct 26, 2011 12:00 AM
The Illinois Association of Park Districts has recognized the Round Lake Area Park District and Richardson Adventure Farm with the Best Friend of Illinois Parks 2011 Award at this year’s Best of the Best Awards Gala. The award is for demonstrating exemplary support of a local park district by maintaining significant efforts to provide awareness and support of the value of park districts, officials said.
Great pumpkin celebration Oct 17, 2011 12:00 AM
The Round Lake Park District’s Great Pumpkin Celebration is set for Saturday, Oct. 22 at the Robert W. Rolek Community Center, 814 Hart Road, Round Lake.
550 volunteers build Round Lake playground in one day Sep 23, 2011 12:00 AM
Have you ever wondered how many people it takes to build a 5,000-square-foot playground in one day? In Round Lake, the answer is 550.
Round Lake park logo to be cut in corn maze Jul 7, 2011 12:00 AM
Round Lake area residents used to seeing the park district logo on program brochures will soon find it in a new location - cut into the corn at Richardson Adventure Farm.
Adult Wiffle ball league a hit with players, spectators in Round LakeApr 18, 2011 12:00 AM
The Round Lake Park District has started an adult Wiffle ball league that is fun for both players and fans. “A lot of us played Wiffle ball growing up,” said athletic supervisor Logan Rietz, who joined the league with fellow park district employees on team La Flama Blanca. “It is something different we can do here.”