McHenry County Lifestyle
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Inverness Garden Club celebrates 85 years with ‘Enchanted Forest’ luncheonJan 06, 2026 12:26 pm - The Garden Club of Inverness hosted its 85th anniversary "Enchanted Forest" luncheon, featuring magical woodland decorations, raffles, auctions, and handcrafted trees.
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Amid Illinois flu surge, U.S. drops key childhood vaccine recommendationsJan 05, 2026 6:27 pm - Health experts and medical organizations have criticized the move, warning that it could lead to fewer children getting vaccinated and an increase in illnesses and deaths.
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Suburban Skyview: CN freight train takes ‘shoo-fly’ around Barrington underpass constructionJan 03, 2026 5:45 am - A Canadian National freight train veers toward the southeast while using a recently laid section of track, which is sometimes referred to as a “shoo-fly,” that will take it around the construction site of an underpass that will take U.S. Route 14 beneath the busy railroad line in Barrington.
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Demolition begins at historic Crystal Lake AcademyJan 02, 2026 9:24 am - The demolition of the Crystal Lake Academy Building, one of the oldest remaining structures in the city, has begun.
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Pet rescues sound alarm for more foster homes throughout suburbsJan 01, 2026 2:33 pm - Officials from suburban pet rescue groups say there is a growing need for more foster homes in the region.
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Huntley church to offer new member gatheringJan 01, 2026 12:28 am - Shepherd of the Prairie Lutheran Church is hosting a new member gathering on Feb. 15, giving prospective members a chance to learn about the church and its ministry.
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Huntley church offers Bible study on Book of JamesDec 31, 2025 12:35 am - Pastor Mark Boster will conduct a seven-week Bible study on the Book of James, titled "Finding Your Place and Purpose in Christ," on Wednesdays from Jan. 7 to Feb. 18 at Shepherd of Prairie Lutheran Church in Huntley.
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Immigration battle, Kirk assassination among top stories of 2025Dec 30, 2025 11:05 pm - The reaction to conservative activist Charlie Kirk’s murder, immigration enforcement efforts and the conclusion to a decades-old disappearance were among the top suburban stories of 2025.
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Daily Herald photo contest winners for December 2025Dec 30, 2025 3:57 pm - The top finishers in December’s amateur photo contest capture scenes from ferocious to serene.
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Start the new year with self-guided meditation and prayerDec 30, 2025 12:22 am - Would you like to begin the new year in a meaningful way? Come join others for a time of quiet reflection with meditation and prayer. “Release & Renew,” a self-guided p...