Island Lake Lifestyle
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Keep your distance, Lake County forest preserve visitors told, or preserves will closeApr 01, 2020 1:00 am - Lake County forest preserves and trails are open, but officials warn that can quickly change if visitors don't practice safe distancing. So far, those using the preserve...
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23rd annual PAL-Clearbrook fundraiser held onlineMar 30, 2020 11:00 pm - The 23rd annual PAL-Clearbrook fundraiser was held online on Sunday, March 29. The event was originally scheduled for March 15, at the Stonegate in Hoffman Estates, but...
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Clearbrook staff goes above and beyond for clientsMar 29, 2020 11:00 pm - In a time when many are staying home, scared and unsure of how the COVID-19 pandemic will play out, direct service professionals for those with intellectual and developm...
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Gecko strong: Wauconda Grade School's drive-by parade brings cheer, strengthens connectionsMar 27, 2020 9:00 am - Drive-by parades are growing in popularity as the COVID-19 stay-at-home order continues. On Wednesday, March 25, Wauconda Grade School fifth-grade teacher Tracie Miglans...
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Suburban distilleries continuing to produce sanitizerMar 27, 2020 1:00 am - While 28 Mile Vodka & Distillery in Highwood is ramping up production of sanitizer — both to donate to first responders and to sell to consumers — the smaller Copper Fid...
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History museum program looks at history of picture postcardsMar 25, 2020 11:00 pm - Before the advent of social media, people seeking a quick and easy way to communicate used postcards. On Feb. 27, 1861, Congress passed an act that allowed privately pri...
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Constable: Magicians try new tricks as gigs disappearMar 24, 2020 5:30 am - Just say the magic words, “COVID-19,” and poof — the livelihood of local magicians vanishes. “Everything is gone,” says Pete Kovacevich, 62, a full-time magician from Bu...
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Project Front Line: McHenry COVID-19 Support launches; goal is $10,000 to help local businessMar 24, 2020 1:00 am - Crystal Lake resident Erin McElroy waited in a checkout line at Mariano's and thought about ways she and others can support local workers affected by the global pandemic...
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U of I Extension offers free 'Wellness At Home' webinarsMar 23, 2020 11:00 pm - When life is uncertain, it's important to focus on personal wellness to help you and your family thrive during difficult times. Join University of Illinois Extension for...
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Piece of Kenosha history sent home from Lake CountyMar 23, 2020 5:30 am - A weathered and worn old wagon that has been in storage in Lake County for more than 50 years is back home in Kenosha, Wisconsin, and its host is delighted to have the r...