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The Soapbox May 25, 2013 12:00 AM
Daily Herald editors share their thoughts about COD's mascot, local park namings and Mike Ditka's honor, among other things.
Barrington: Crash raises urgency for changes at CN crossing May 24, 2013 12:00 AM
Barrington officials say Thursday's rush-hour collision between a freight train and a semitrailer truck on Route 14 only strengthens their argument for a grade separation at the railroad crossing. "The traffic implications were unbelievable, even for the emergency responders," said Village President Karen Darch.
After a battle, Deerfield closes out Barrington May 24, 2013 12:00 AM
They say it's tough to beat the same team three times in one season. Boy, didn't Deerfield almost become Exhibit A. The No. 2 Warriors rolled Barrington twice during the regular season, but needed three games and a couple of extra volleys in game 3 to get a 25-15, 22-25, 26-24 victory over the Broncos in the Antioch sectional semifinal. Deerfield, which improves to 31-6, will take on Vernon Hills at 7 p.m. Tuesday in the Antioch sectional final. Third-seeded Barrington closes out its season with a 28-9 record.
Barrington shuts down Rockford Boylan May 24, 2013 12:00 AM
Barrington girls soccer coach Ryan Stengren realized to defeat Boylan Catholic the Fillies needed to contain Titans standout Abby Reed, who entered Friday night's sectional championship game with 49 goals. Mission accomplished. Barrington's stifling defense led by Aimee Pierce allowed the Indiana-bound senior only 1 shot on goal in the Fillies' 3-0 win over Boylan in the title game of the Class 4A Jacobs sectional. Barrington (17-4-1), which claimed its fifth straight sectional championship, advances to play in its own supersectional Tuesday against St. Charles North.
Semis elude Lin, Galvin May 24, 2013 12:00 AM
The allure of getting to play their game before huge crowds on the final day of the boys tennis state tournament eluded both Vincent Lin and Mack Galvin on Friday at Hersey High School in Arlington Heights. Lin (22-1), a sophomore, suffered his first defeat of the year to top seed Martin Joyce of Hinsdale Central in the quarterfinals. Galvin a freshman from Rolling Meadows, fell to 3-4 seed Jeremy Bush (29-4) of Stevenson in the fourth round, sending the two superb young players from the Mid-Suburban League into the backdraw.
DeLoye, Barrington quickly get back on track downstate May 24, 2013 12:00 AM
The disappointment that Barrington junior Parker Deloye felt after the high jump went away — quickly. All it took was two laps around the track by the members of the Broncos' 800-meter relay team, and all was well again with Deloye. During the prelims session of the Class 3A boys track and field state championships at Eastern Illinois University and O'Brien Field, Deloye missed the cut in the high jump but bounced back with a robust leadoff leg on the Broncos 800 relay. JP Brooks, Brendan Melynchuk and Scotty Miller joined him in a school record 1:28.64 to earn a spot in Saturdays' finals as the third overall seed. "This definitely makes up for earlier," Deloye said.
Book it: Fremd swipes regional title at St. Viator May 24, 2013 12:00 AM
It was cops and robbers as Fremd edged St. Viator 1-0 Friday at the St. Viator regional in Arlington Heights. Fremd pitcher Jon Escobar handcuffed St. Viator while Austin Jetel stole home in the first inning as the Vikings (20-9) advanced to Saturday's regional title game against Buffalo Grove at 1 p.m.
May Is Military Appreciation Month A National Song Of RemebranceMay 24, 2013 12:00 AM
Taps has held a special place in people’s hearts since the Civil War. It has been used to honor and say farewell to military members when they pass away, on Memorial Day, Veterans Day, or during ceremonies and it has been used to signal the end of the day.
Inverness Women’s Club gives out scholarships, philanthropic donationsMay 24, 2013 12:00 AM
The Women’s Club of Inverness is proud to announce its 2013 scholarships and donations to local charities.
Ela Soccer awards 2013 college scholarshipMay 24, 2013 12:00 AM
Ela Soccer Club is proud to announce that Steven Walcott of Lake Zurich has been awarded its annual $1,000 college scholarship.
MCC board aims for greater transparency, communicationMay 23, 2013 12:00 AM
When Ron Parrish became the new leader of the McHenry County College board of trustees, he knew he would be overseeing some changes. A contentious election season ended with a transformed board, thanks to the retirement of Trustee Dennis Adams and voters’ decisions to end the service of longtime incumbents Barbara Walters and Carol Larson. Parrish announced several transparency initiatives Thursday night in a push to improve communication with the public.
Route 14 in Barrington closed for hours after train hits semiMay 23, 2013 12:00 AM
A freight train struck a semi truck on Route 14 in Barrington on Thursday night, closing the road and backing up traffic, police said. No information on injuries is available yet.
Minor injuries for 17 Algonquin students in bounce house accident May 23, 2013 12:00 AM
Six students from Algonquin Lakes Elementary School were sent to area hospitals for evaluation Thursday afternoon after they were injured in a bounce house during an indoor school celebration, officials said. Another 11 students were treated at the school and released to their parents. There were no serious injuries.
Harper College team scores big at NASA rocket competition May 23, 2013 12:00 AM
Their rocket crashed during a test run, but a Harper College-based team of science and engineering students took fourth place in a national NASA rocketry competition, besting big names like MIT and Northwestern. "To be mentioned in the same sentence as such prestigious schools is really awesome," said student Eric Meyers.
RM’s Galvin, Schaumburg’s Lin roll through first three rounds May 23, 2013 12:00 AM
With his cool, calm demeanor and 30-plus victories, Mack Galvin has shattered the stereotype of freshmen lacking the proper high school experience to be successful on his sport’s biggest stage, the state tournament. The Rolling Meadows frosh booked his place in today’s fourth round championship bracket after an impressive 6-3, 3-6, 7-5 victory over 9-16 seed Brandon Harris (24-7) of Edwardsville. The earned Galvin a spot opposite 3-4 seed Jeremy Bush, a four-time state qualifier from state power Stevenson. Schaumburg sophomore Vincent Lin will join Galvin in the round of 16 after a strong showing Thursday.
125th Anniversary Celebration of the Lake Geneva Fresh Air Association and Holiday Home Camp to Conclude with Benefit Gala on June 15, 2013May 23, 2013 12:00 AM
Benefit Gala for Holiday Home Camp on June 15th - The gala raises funds to help build on the traditions of the Lake Geneva Fresh Air Association and also expand upon Holiday Home Camp’s mission of providing fresh air, outdoor summer experiences for disadvantaged children from the Chicagoland area. Holiday Home Camp’s programs help build self confidence and inner strength to those that participate. Since opening its doors 125 years ago, the camp has served over 45,000 children in the Chicago-land area.
Smart Farm's Vegetable Seedling SaleMay 23, 2013 12:00 AM
Smart Farm will have its second organic vegetable seedling sale on Saturday, June 1 from 10:00 am – 1:00 pm.
GiGi's Playhouse launches The Champion's CircleMay 23, 2013 12:00 AM
GiGi's Playhouse, a progressive achievement center for children and adults with Down syndrome, is excited to introduce The Champion's Circle: an affordable monthly giving club supporting literacy, math and therapeutic programs.
MCC offers you chance to go prehistoric, visit butterflies May 23, 2013 12:00 AM
Explore prehistoric cave art at the Field Museum's Stone Age exhibit or browse through the Botanical Garden's Butterfly and Blooms exhibit with two separate day trips offered by McHenry County College's Trips and Tours program.
Barrington, fire district both prepared for split May 22, 2013 12:00 AM
Barrington village officials remain far from convinced that their long-running relationship with the Barrington Countryside Fire Protection District will end on New Year's Eve. But if it does, the directions for a smooth transition for both agencies already are laid out clearly in their current intergovernmental agreement, Barrington Village Manager Jeff Lawler said Wednesday.