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Slow down! Turtle crossing signs installed next to Busse Woods
May 5, 2021 5:47 PM - New turtle crossing signs installed this week next to Busse Woods in Elk Grove Village -- along with depressed curbs installed last fall -- are meant to aid in their annual migration pattern. -
Lake County seeking federal money for path between Des Plaines River, McClory trails
May 5, 2021 5:20 AM - Lake County is pursuing federal funding for a $30 million trail along Route 137 to provide access to thousands of residents between Libertyville and North Chicago. -
Unplug and recharge with 'Beginner's Backpacking Adventure' this summer
May 4, 2021 3:26 PM - New to backpacking, or getting back into it? Here's your chance to try a local weekend trip with professional guides! -
State legislators visit new solar array installation at Willowbrook Wildlife Center
May 3, 2021 8:20 PM - State legislators joined the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County and the Illinois Solar Energy Association on Monday, April 26, to celebrate the new solar array at the Willowbrook Wildlife Center in Glen Ellyn. -
Lake County Forest Preserves offer virtual programs in May
May 3, 2021 2:44 PM - The Lake County Forest Preserves educators are offering a bevy of popular virtual programs during May. -
Good News Sunday: Make-A-Wish comfort dog brings joy to Mundelein teen
May 2, 2021 6:19 PM - This is Good News Sunday, a compilation of some of the more upbeat and inspiring stories published by the Daily Herald during the previous week. -
Fox River eaglets die after nest falls due to high winds
May 2, 2021 2:39 PM - High winds caused a nest of eaglets at the Fox River Marina to fall to the ground Saturday. The eaglets in the nest died in the fall. -
Drivers beware: Turtles crossing roads to nest
May 3, 2021 12:59 PM - The DuPage Forest Preserve District reminds drivers to watch for turtles on the roads as these reptiles become more active in the spring. "For their eggs to survive, turtles must find just the right spot for their nests," said district ecologist Dan Thompson. "Some turtles must travel up to a mile to find the right conditions." -
McHenry County Conservation District celebrates Latino participation at restoration workdaysApr 30, 2021 12:39 PM - McHenry County Conservation District is inviting the Latino community to participate in "Latinx Restoration Workdays" this summer. Get outdoors and be a part of conservation work and environmental efforts.
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Kane County Board members to consider raises for themselves, other elected officialsApr 29, 2021 9:19 PM - Kane County Board Chair Corinne Pierog is using the backdrop of reapportionment to trigger a discussion about what is fair compensation for the board, herself and other countywide elected officials.
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