Lake County
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Kristof’s Entertainment Center marking 50 years of fun in Round Lake BeachMay 31, 2024 2:08 pm - Kristof’s Entertainment Center in Round Lake Beach long has been known as a destination for bowling, mini-golf, go karts and more. But the origin of the family-owned business celebrating 50 years is more modest.
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‘An extended family’: Retiring Green Oaks mail carrier reflects on 43 years on the jobMay 31, 2024 2:04 pm - At age 18, Amy Becker became a U.S. Postal Service mail carrier because she enjoyed working outside and with people. “It was never work for me,” Becker said. Now 61, Becker is hanging up her uniform and turning in her mail truck keys after 43 years on the job.
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Bird walk at Middlefork SavannaMay 31, 2024 1:19 pm - Lake County Audubon Society is hosting a bird walk from 7 to 9:30 a.m. Thursday, June 6 at Middlefork Savanna near Lake Forest. One of Lake County’s larger forest preser...
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Lake Zurich’s streetlights go greenMay 31, 2024 11:47 am - Lake Zurich is supporting renewable energy by purchasing 100% green power for the village’s 824 streetlights. Starting in July, all the energy used by the lights will be...
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Keeping Our Kids Safe campaign kicks off June 7May 31, 2024 11:46 am - The Boys & Girls Club of Lake County will host a community education and outreach campaign, “Keeping Our Kids Safe,” to raise awareness and promote safety in recognition ...
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Splish splash: Suburban water parks opening for the summerMay 31, 2024 10:40 am - Time to grab a swimsuit, beach towels and sunscreen as suburban, family-friendly water parks are reopening this weekend.
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Not surprisingly, suburban political leaders divided on Trump verdictMay 31, 2024 10:14 am - Reactions from suburban politicians and candidates to former President Donald Trump’s felony convictions largely were predictable, with many Republicans criticizing prosecutors and the trial itself and many Democrats expressing support for the legal process.
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Wetland wanderer: Little blue heron is a rarity in this areaMay 31, 2024 6:00 am - The little blue heron is rarely seen in our area, but if you do spot one, it will likely be near a swamp or wetland.
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Arts Festival and Wine Tasting returns June 8 to GrayslakeMay 30, 2024 11:40 pm - The Grayslake Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting its annual Arts Festival and Wine Tasting on Saturday, June 8. There will be a variety of vendors featured on Whitney St...
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Softball: Berchtold’s 2-hitter sends Lakes past Wauconda, into sectional title gameMay 30, 2024 8:52 pm - Lakes senior Cassidy Berchtold had complete control of Thursday’s Class 3A Antioch softball sectional semifinal. That was clear as Berchtold fired a 2-hitter with no walk...