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McHenry District 5 incumbent takes on 2 challengersMar 6, 2014 12:00 AM
The McHenry County Board GOP primary in the 5th District finds three Woodstock men vying for the party’s two nominations: an incumbent looking to cut spending, a challenger with admitted political baggage and a third candidate looking to lower taxes in the county.
Endorsement: No on general election for County Board chairFeb 23, 2014 12:00 AM
The Daily Herald recommends a "no" vote on the proposal to select a McHenry County Board chairman through general election.
Endorsements for McHenry County Board districts 1, 3, 5, 6Feb 20, 2014 12:00 AM
The Daily Herald endorses candidates for primary races in McHenry County Board districts 1, 3, 5 and 6.
County moving forward with widening projectFeb 10, 2014 12:00 AM
The McHenry County Board recently approved spending up to $15.9 million for the design phase of the Randall Road widening project.
County board candidates talk attracting business, trimming government Feb 6, 2014 12:00 AM
Reducing the size of government, challenges with drawing businesses to the county, and fixing traffic congestion problems are top priorities for the three Republican candidates vying for a seat on the 24-member McHenry County Board. Candidates Andrew Gasser, 41, of Fox River Grove; incumbent Robert Nowak, 61, of McHenry; and David Stieper, 50, of Barrington Hills will face off in the March 18 primary for a chance to represent District 1, which includes Algonquin, Barrington Hills, Cary, and Fox River Grove.
Lake in the Hills opposes Randall-Rt. 62 improvements Jan 21, 2014 12:00 AM
Lake in the Hills village officials are intent on fighting a McHenry County Division of Transportation proposal for a continuous flow intersection at Randall and Algonquin roads, Village President Paul Mulcahy said last week. The CFI is part of MCDOT's plan to improve the 3½-mile stretch of Randall Road from Ackman Road to County Line Road in Algonquin. “The county is working with flawed numbers,” Mulcahy said.
McHenry County Board keeps power to pick chairman Jan 18, 2013 12:00 AM
McHenry County Board members decided Friday in an 11-9 vote to continue picking their own chairman instead of leaving it up to the public. Earlier this week, 11 county board members organized a special meeting to see whether there was enough support to put the issue to referendum in April.
McHenry board may ask voters to elect chairman Jan 16, 2013 12:00 AM
A coterie of McHenry County Board members are starting a movement in hopes of getting voters to weigh in on the selection of the next county board chairman. Friday morning, the board will hold a special meeting in which members are expected to take a vote on whether to establish a referendum that would let the public choose the next county board chair. At the moment, county board members elevate one of their own to board
Ten-year veteran is new McHenry County Board chairman Dec 3, 2012 12:00 AM
Ten-year veteran Tina Hill is new chairman of the McHenry County Board, while Ken Koehler, the longest serving chairman in the county's history with eight years on the job, failed to get re-elected at the organizational meeting Monday.
New McHenry County Board member to resign from school post Nov 14, 2012 12:00 AM
Huntley Unit District 158 school board President Michael Skala, who was elected to the McHenry County Board last week, decided against holding two offices at the same time so he could see through a long-standing lawsuit about building construction.
McHenry County board to approve budget next week Nov 13, 2012 12:00 AM
The McHenry County Board's finance committee on Tuesday approved a few last-minute adjustments to next year's proposed budget before it goes for approval by the board next week.
Four possibly vying for McHenry Co. board chairmanshipNov 11, 2012 12:00 AM
McHenry County chairman Ken Koehler is still deciding whether he wants to go for a fifth term as leader of the board, incumbents Tina Hill and Ersel Schuster said they want the chairmanship, and Nick Provenzano said he’s considering it. All four are Republicans. The board will choose a chairman at its organizational meeting Dec. 3.
McHenry County chairman Koehler squeaks byNov 6, 2012 12:00 AM
The McHenry County Board will remain composed of 22 Republicans and two Democrats, with Republican chairman Ken Koehler eking out a win in his district, according to unofficial election results. The results Tuesday night did not include absentee ballots and early votes.
Hot races to watch in the Fox ValleyNov 5, 2012 12:00 AM
While the very top of the election ticket is undoubtedly getting the most attention, there are still plenty of local races to talk about. They range from a contentious and high-profile statehouse race to Kane and McHenry County Board contests where several incumbents are at risk of getting bounced out of office.
Yensen responsive to McHenry voters Oct 31, 2012 12:00 AM
A Bull Valley letter to the editor: We urge voters in McHenry County's District 5 to join us in voting for Paula Yensen. When MCDOT informed us about the proposed rehabilitation of Fleming Road, we contacted Paula, who promptly returned emails and phone calls, listened to our concerns, and supported our request for a repair of Fleming estimated to cost $750,000 instead of the up to $6 million rehabilitation that MCDOT had proposed.
Koehler good for small business Oct 27, 2012 12:00 AM
A Crystal Lake letter to the editor: Ken Koehler's results for McHenry County speak for themselves. He, along with his colleagues, have worked hard with agencies to help create and retain jobs.
Barnes logical, well informed Oct 27, 2012 12:00 AM
A Cary letter to the editor: I have known Yvonne Barnes since we served together on the Cary village board. She and I mostly agreed on issues, but there were some times when we were on opposing sides. Debating these disagreements, Yvonne's approach was always well-informed, logical and respectful, which is why we are still friends today.
McHenry County Board District 4 candidates express top concerns Oct 26, 2012 12:00 AM
Candidates for the four seats in District 4 for the McHenry County Board talk about their top concerns and goals.
Crowded field in McHenry County Board District 6 race Oct 24, 2012 12:00 AM
Eight candidates — four Republicans, three Democrats and an Independent — are vying for a chance to represent District 6 on the McHenry County Board. There are four seats open. This is by far the most crowded among the six McHenry County Board races on the Nov. 6 election ballot.
McHenry County board hopefuls threaten legal action against each otherOct 24, 2012 12:00 AM
McHenry County Board District 1 incumbent Robert Bless and challenger Nick Chirikos are threatening to sue each other over their conduct during the campaign.