McHenry County Lifestyle
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Winter backyard visitors and moreJan 29, 2024 11:23 am - Recently shared photos on the Daily Herald’s Suburban Wildlife Facebook page have included coyotes, eagles, birds and deer.
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Eagles fly high over Fox River at ‘In Search of Eagles’Jan 20, 2024 5:26 pm - Representatives from several organizations were on hand to help visitors spot eagles during an “In Search of Eagles” program Saturday morning at the McHenry Dam, Algonqui...
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Algonquin Police Department starts snowman competition, encourages ‘community togetherness’Jan 13, 2024 5:29 pm - Neighboring police departments and residents build their best snowmen in friendly competition An Algonquin Police Department Facebook post challenging neighboring towns ...
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Unwanted pets are filling shelters, but advocates caution about adopting them as holiday giftsDec 20, 2023 8:01 am - It’s a thing that holiday movies are made of. The family comes down Christmas morning to find a snuggly little puppy or kitten under the tree, wearing a big red bow. Chri...
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Trick-or-treat times in the suburbsNov 06, 2023 10:46 am - Halloween is Tuesday, Oct. 31. Some communities are offering printable signs for those who wish to inform trick-or-treaters that their household is opting out of giving...
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'Hate has been mainstreamed': Report details surge in extremism in IllinoisOct 08, 2023 8:11 am - From the vandalism of a Lake in the Hills bakery to prevent a drag performance to antisemitic comments shouted at Deerfield High School soccer players to white supremaci...
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McHenry County College offers study abroad programs, scholarshipsOct 04, 2023 12:02 pm - For many, the idea of studying abroad is as quintessential a college experience as playing Frisbee on the quad or reading a textbook under a shady oak tree. And while m...
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'It takes everybody on board': Volo Bog needs stewards to protect rare and endangered speciesSep 27, 2023 6:39 am - Supporters of natural area in Lake County seek dedicated volunteer stewards
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Behind-the-scenes access part of new Volo Museum toursSep 19, 2023 11:52 am - For the first time in its 63-year history, the Volo Museum is offering guided tours, included at no additional charge with regular admission. Tours are available at 11 a...
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Fall leaf colors depend on weather, experts saySep 17, 2023 7:53 am - Arborists say unpredictable weather patterns this year in Illinois are having an effect on leaf colors this fall, causing earlier changes that may not be as vibrant. Spe...
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