McHenry County News
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Island Lake Lions offer free corn at 60th annual Cornfest Aug. 19
Aug 16, 2018 7:01 AM - The Island Lake Lions will host their 60th annual Cornfest from noon to 6 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 19, at Water Tower Park. -
Advocate Sherman named among Best in Illinois by U.S. News & World ReportAug 15, 2018 10:09 PM - Recognized for delivering exceptional patient care, Advocate Sherman Hospital has been recognized among the finest in Chicago and Illinois, according to U.S. News & World Report's 2018-2019 Best Hospitals list.
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Voters can apply for mail ballot from Kane County Clerk's OfficeAug 15, 2018 8:32 PM - Kane County Clerk John A. Cunningham reminds residents who plan to vote in the Nov. 6 general election can request an official vote by mail ballot from the Kane County Clerk's Office. Per state law, ballots requested will not be mailed until Sept. 27.
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Kane County Sheriff's deputies honored with Life Saving Awards
Aug 15, 2018 8:03 PM - Kane County Sheriff Deputy Ryan Rojkowski, Deputy Ryan Wasson and Deputy Trevor Hoyt were honored with a Life Saving Award at a recent Leadership Awards Ceremony for their actions while on duty in 2017. -
Renz Center to hold candlelight vigil and offer overdose prevention training
Aug 15, 2018 6:52 PM - To commemorate International Overdose Awareness Day, the Renz Addiction Counseling Center is inviting community residents who have lost a family member or friend to a drug overdose to a candlelight vigil in their honor on Thursday, Aug. 30. -
Elgin charter opens; Students return to classrooms across Kane, McHenry counties
Aug 15, 2018 6:39 PM - Thousands of students headed back to school Wednesday across Kane and McHenry counties inaugurating new classrooms, and welcoming new principals, programs and equipment. -
Lost Valley Center features 'The Color of Wild Things' exhibit through Sept. 2
Aug 15, 2018 4:42 PM - Check out "The Color of Wild Things" art exhibit by Karyl Shields on display through Sunday, Sept. 2, at the Lost Valley Visitor Center in Glacial Park. It is a collection of plein air and studio paintings featuring many McHenry County Conservation District sites and local vistas. -
Fox Valley police reportsAug 15, 2018 3:58 PM - Jeramie Murray, 29, of Chicago, was charged Monday with retail theft, Carpentersville police said. He is accused of stealing $70 worth of merchandise from Walmart on Lake Marian Road. His next court date is Sept. 27.
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Fred Fest raises funds for Fox River restoration
Aug 15, 2018 12:15 PM - Fred Fest returns to the Fox River Forest Preserve in Port Barrington from noon to 6 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 18. -
McHenry County Jewish Congregation to host open house Aug. 26
Aug 15, 2018 11:34 AM - The McHenry County Jewish Congregation is hosting an open house on Sunday, Aug. 26. Get a taste of the religious school, tour the building, and meet other members, teachers and Rabbi Tom Samuels. RSVPs are required.
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