McHenry County
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Quite the attraction: National Moth Week events highlight role of these important pollinatorsJul 08, 2026 10:44 am - Did you know there are 12 times more moth species than butterfly in Illinois? National Moth Week, July 18-26, encourages people to observe, photograph, and document moths to help scientists understand their diversity and ecological importance. Local nature centers and environmental organizations are offering moth-themed programs.
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Volunteers needed for ECC’s Project Backpack school supply giveawayJul 08, 2026 10:44 am - Elgin Community College is seeking volunteers to assist with an annual giveaway of school supplies to support local students.
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Dining out: Sample fine wines at Capital Grille, summer menu at Fat Rosie’s and moreJul 08, 2026 6:21 am - The Generous Pour summer wine event is back at The Capital Grille. Also, Fat Rosie’s has new summer food and drink specials and Jet’s Pizza is paying it forward to food banks.
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Storms damage your property? Kane County wants to hear from youJul 07, 2026 3:11 pm - If last week’s storms damaged your property, Kane County officials want to know about it.
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Home & garden calendar July 7-18Jul 07, 2026 2:25 pm - Upcoming gardening club meetings and events in the Chicago suburbs, covering topics like resilient landscapes, native pollinators, warblers and more.
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Farmers markets in the suburbs July 8-14Jul 07, 2026 5:30 am - Farmers market season brings fresh produce, handmade goods and more to local downtowns and parks.
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Vitalant issues call for donors as Type O blood supply reaches two-year lowJul 06, 2026 11:32 pm - Vitalant reports a critical shortage of type O blood, which has dropped to a two-year low since May. Type O blood is essential for emergency transfusions when there's no time to determine a patient's blood type.
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Nonprofit saluted for lowering energy costs and usageJul 06, 2026 1:46 pm - A consortium of energy companies honored a nonprofit organization’s efforts to provide energy-efficient housing for northern Illinois families.
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Harper College Police launch Blue Envelope Program in partnership with the Autism Hero ProjectJul 06, 2026 12:57 pm - The Harper College Police Department is proud to join the Blue Envelope Program, a nationwide movement helping individuals with autism and other communication differences feel safer and more confident during interactions with law enforcement.
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Three men charged after Lake County sheriff’s deputies stop burglary in progressJul 06, 2026 12:48 pm - Three men face charges in connection with the attempted burglary of heavy equipment Sunday night from property in unincorporated Libertyville.