McHenry County Submitted Content
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Unmatched field knowledge is gained at Illinois Extension youth crop competitionApr 07, 2025 12:11 am - High school students can test their agricultural expertise in a crop scouting competition hosted by Illinois Extension. The event allows youth to network with university researchers while having fun and potentially winning cash prizes.
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Lane Tech, Downers Grove take top honors at 2025 Northeastern Illinois EnvirothonApr 06, 2025 11:32 pm - The 2025 Northeast Illinois Envirothon challenged 145 students on 29 teams in environmental topics. Lane Tech won regionals and Downers Grove North won the FFA division.
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Youth Jazz Ensemble of DuPage returns to Huntley church before Essentially Ellington FestivalApr 06, 2025 11:16 pm - Award-winning student jazz group plays one last Illinois gig on May 4 before heading to high-profile New York jazz competition from May 7-11.
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Nicor Gas reminds customers, community to call 811 during Safe Digging MonthApr 04, 2025 8:55 pm - Warmer temperatures have finally arrived, and before springing into outdoor home projects, Nicor Gas is reminding customers and communities to “call before you dig” in observance of Safe Digging Month this April.
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Nicor Gas shares spring, severe weather safety tipsApr 04, 2025 7:57 pm - Before the next storm strikes, make sure you know these crucial safety steps including checking your gas meter, unplugging appliances, and more.
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Kane County Health Department launches new mental health campaignApr 04, 2025 7:08 pm - The Kane County Health Department has launched a year-long campaign called "Connect with Kane: Learn, Grow, Thrive" to raise awareness about mental health and provide resources for accessing local mental health and substance use services.
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Catholics invited to find hope in confession at ‘Be Reconciled’ day April 9Apr 04, 2025 6:56 pm - The Diocese of Rockford is again setting aside a day specifically for confession so Catholics can prepare their souls for the hope and joy of Easter.
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Hanover Township to hold property tax savings seminarApr 03, 2025 10:52 am - Learn about property taxes and the different types of exemptions available at an upcoming Hanover Township seminar.
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Daily Herald photo contest winners for February 2025Apr 03, 2025 10:09 am - The winners of February’s Daily Herald amateur photo contest have a good eye for winter landscapes ... and people having fun. Kelley Dorner of Grayslake took first place with her photo of an ice formation that resembled a salt shaker.
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Seigle Foundation pays tribute to Hamilton Wings founder Risé JonesApr 02, 2025 9:18 pm - Hamilton Wings, an Elgin nonprofit, recently received renewed funding from Seigle Foundation after the passing of its founder, Risé Jones.