Lake County briefs
Restaurant burglarized:
Someone broke into Elly's Pancake House, 435 Townline Road, Mundelein, and stole cash, police said Friday. The burglary was discovered about 5:15 a.m. by an employee arriving for work. The burglar entered the restaurant by throwing a rock through a window, police said.
Talent show planned:
Tickets for Showcase, the Stevenson High School Patriot Parent Association's annual student talent show, will go on sale Monday, April 6. Tickets are $8 each and will be sold in the Wood Commons during lunch periods through April 17. Tickets may also be available at the door. The show is scheduled for 7 p.m. April 17 and 18 at the Lincolnshire school, with different acts performing each night.
IT director named:
Former Big Hollow Elementary District 38 school board member Todd Wright was named the district's director of technology two months after resigning his board seat to apply for the job. Wright oversees the technology department, including updating the Web site, securing computer data and deploying new technology when needed. The board voted unanimously March 16 to hire Wright at a salary of $86,000 a year, officials said. Officials said Wright has 25 years IT experience and knowledge of the district's technology through volunteer work. The board considered hiring Wright at its January meeting, but delayed the move in the face of opposition from some community members. After interviewing more applicants, officials said Wright was hired because he is still the best candidate for the job.
Schelter Road meeting:
An informational open house regarding the reconstruction of Schelter Road in Lincolnshire is set for noon to 2 p.m. April 8. The public can ask questions or share concerns regarding the project, which is expected to start the week of April 13. The open house is at the village public works facility, 205 Schelter Road. Call Ken Mielke at (847) 913-2365 or Rob Horne at (847) 913-2366 or via email at mielk@village.lincolnshire.il.us, or rhorne@village.lincolnshire.il.us.