Briefs: Board seeks applicants

The Cary District 26 school board is seeking applicants to fill the open seat left when Kristin Lewis resigned July 2. Lewis was appointed to the board in May 2006 and was elected to the board in April 2007. The appointee will serve through the April 2009 election. After a public meeting to introduce the applicants to the public, the board will interview the candidates privately. Applicants must be district residents and at least 18 years of age. To apply, contact Superintendent Brian Coleman at (847) 639-7788 or board President Craig Loew at (847) 516-1218.

Crackdown on fireworks

If you were caught using illegal fireworks in Huntley, not only will you pay for it - but all your neighbors will know about it. Huntley police said Monday they will post the names and addresses of violators on the village Web site to aid the department's aggressive enforcement of fireworks laws. Police say they issued 30 citations and seized a large number of illegal fireworks during the Fourth of July weekend. First-time violators got a $50 fine, while repeat offenders received a $100 fine.

Children's art show

Artwork by St. Charles School District 303 students is on display throughout the month at the St. Charles Public Library, 1 S. Sixth Ave. The Imagination Student Art Show exhibit is on display throughout the library and features pieces from all grade levels. A public open house to honor the artists is planned for 2 to 3 p.m. July 19. Call (630) 584-0076.