Briefs: Rabid vermin found in Cary

Two rabid bats were found last week in Cary, according to the McHenry County Department of Health. A family that was exposed to one of the bats is being vaccinated; no one was exposed to the second bat. The rabid bats were the first two found in the county this year. The first rabid bat reported in the county last year was found in June. McHenry County reported a record number of rabid bats last year -- 13 -- as did Illinois, with 113 reported cases. Bats are the primary carriers of rabies in Illinois. Rabies is almost always fatal when not treated within 10 days of exposure. Residents who find a bat should call (815) 459-6222.

School hosts college night

Sophomores and juniors at Dundee-Crown High School, as well as their parents, are invited to attend the Carpentersville high school's college night at 7 p.m. today. The program will be held in the Dundee-Crown auditorium. Topics that will be discussed include: the college search, admission essays, the Dundee-Crown college Web site, college visits and how to find scholarships.

National day of prayer

The National Day of Prayer will be observed from noon to 1 p.m. Thursday at the old Kane County Courthouse at 100 S. Third St., Geneva. The Rev. Theresa Forkins-Phillips will officiate with other leaders of faith communities. Prayer will be offered for government leaders, the military, business, schools, churches, families and the homeless. This year's theme is "Prayer! America's Strength and Shield." Congress established the National Day of Prayer in 1952. Call (630) 377-5355.

Business expo Wednesday

The 15th Annual Rolling Down the River Business-to-Business Expo will run noon to 6 p.m. Wednesday at the Pheasant Run Mega Center, 4051 E. Main St., St. Charles. The event includes more than 200 exhibitors from across the region. Admission is free, although visitors are asked to present a business card. Call (630) 584-8384.