McHenry County Lifestyle
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Online fundraiser established for mother of Island Lake girl killed in suspected murder-suicideFeb 08, 2021 12:00 am - Hundreds of donors have contributed more than $45,000 to an online fund to assist the mother of a 9-year-old Island Lake girl killed by her father last week in an appare...
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Northern Kane County Chamber recognizes inspiring community businessesFeb 07, 2021 10:00 pm - The Northern Kane County Chamber of Commerce recently announced the recipients of its 2020 Awards of Excellence. The individuals, businesses and nonprofit organizations ...
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Bitter cold no problem for hearty tree lovers in Kane CountyFeb 07, 2021 12:00 am - Learning something new about the great outdoors can be a challenge, and that's before you throw in the subzero temperatures. But a small group of hearty nature lovers we...
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Huntley church to host Open Your Hearts, Fill the Carts food drive Feb. 20Feb 05, 2021 10:00 pm - On Saturday, Feb. 20, Shepherd of the Prairie Lutheran Church in Huntley will hold an "Open Your Hearts, Fill the Carts" drive-through food drive to benefit the Grafton ...
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Oasis Everywhere Offers Refuge from Social Isolation for Older Adults NationwideFeb 04, 2021 10:00 pm - During a global pandemic, education and community thrive online The Oasis Institute, a nonprofit educational organization dedicated to enriching the lives of adults ag...
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Anderson's 'For the Love of Animals' online auction begins Feb. 6Feb 04, 2021 10:00 pm - Anderson Animal Shelter and Fox Valley Wildlife Center are hosting a silent auction, "For the Love of Animals." One of Anderson Humane's biggest and most important fundr...
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Protect your landscape before spring arrivesFeb 04, 2021 10:00 pm - It might be dormant season for many plants, but midwinter gardening tasks help protect landscapes for a successful spring. In fact, this is the best time for tree and s...
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Celebrate Valentine's Day with forest preserve programsFeb 04, 2021 10:00 pm - With Valentine's Day quickly approaching, Cook County residents may be contemplating how to plan a special day while following public health guidelines. From walks in t...
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Black History Month goes virtualFeb 04, 2021 5:00 am - This year, you can learn about Black history, culture and heritage without leaving your home, as most Black History Month events have gone virtual. Art exhibits, musical...
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Constable: Pandemic adds a twist for 'Dancing with the Barrington Stars'Feb 04, 2021 4:33 am - Last February's "Dancing with the Barrington Stars" featured professional dancers paired with amateurs competing live before a packed auditorium of 400 people, raising a...