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Wine tasting banishes cabin fever for record crowdMar 6, 2014 12:00 AM
On Saturday, February 22, over 450 people wined and dined at the 50th annual A Grapevine of Friends Wine Tasting, benefitting Clearbrook’s Employment Services Program.
McHenry resident wins Soroptimist grantFeb 27, 2014 12:00 AM
Jaclyn Fowler of McHenry won the Virginia Wagnenr Educational Grant from the Soroptimists. She will be recognized with check and certificate at the May awards ceremony.
What is Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS)?Feb 26, 2014 12:00 AM
Endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) combines endoscopy and ultrasound; this procedure allows a doctor to obtain detailed images of the digestive track.
Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital is Hosting Community Blood Drive on March 5Feb 25, 2014 12:00 AM
Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital is hosting a blood drive on Wednesday, March 5, 10 am – 4 pm in the Prairie Room at Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital, 450 West Highway 22 in Barrington, Illinois.
Local chorus hosts annual fashion showFeb 23, 2014 12:00 AM
Looking for a way to warm up at the end of a long, cold winter? Preview spring and summer fashions at the 27th annual fashion show and luncheon hosted by award-winning chorus the Choral-Aires Chorus and Zzazz Productions.
Warrenville karate team places at national tournamentFeb 21, 2014 12:00 AM
Members of the Baekwoon Mu Sul Tigers, led by Senseis Jeremy and Elijah Talbott, have made their mark again.
Roselle Artisan Handcrafts Hot Rod Cremation UrnsFeb 19, 2014 12:00 AM
Steve Shannon is filling the need for personalized custom cremation urns.
First Early Bird Drawing Deadline is February 21 for $1.6 Million Dream Home or $1.3 Million in CashFeb 19, 2014 12:00 AM
Some lucky person with a $150 raffle ticket will have a chance to win a magnificent $1.6 million Chicago dream home or $1.3 million in cash in the 3rd Annual Chicago Dream House Raffle to benefit The Hope Institute for Children and Families. Individuals that purchase their $150 raffle tickets by February 21 will be entered to win a car or $25,000 cash, as well as the dream house, and over 550 other prizes, including vacations, cars and electronics. Tickets can be purchased online at www.chicagoraffle.com or by phone by calling 800-697-7734. The early bird drawing will take place on March 5.
14th District candidates see little to gain from Keystone pipelineFeb 18, 2014 12:00 AM
Neither Democratic candidate for the 14th Congressional District is sold on allowing the expansion of the Keystone XL pipeline. However, John Hosta says that if the pipeline were allowed, the U.S. needs to guarantee itself much more financial gain than current estimates predict. Dennis Anderson is not convinced there are any real financial or job gains to be realized by allowing the pipeline.
West Chicago Cultural Arts Commission Extends Deadline for Art Banner Submissions Feb 12, 2014 12:00 AM
West Chicago Cultural Arts Commission Extends Deadline for Art Banner Submissions Juror Selected for Annual Competition
14th Congress Democratic hopefuls split on defenseFeb 11, 2014 12:00 AM
Democratic candidates for the 14th Congressional District took distinctly opposing stances on the defense budget and use of troops overseas Tuesday night.
Libertyville edges Grant for regional victory Feb 8, 2014 12:00 AM
After losing to Grant by 19.5 points last weekend at the North Suburban Conference meet, the Libertyville wrestling team was ready to get some revenge Saturday at their own Class 3A regional. The visiting Bulldogs only trailed the Wildcats by 7.5 points heading into the final round, but playing “catch up” the rest of the way was not a winning formula as Libertyville put away its constant nemesis by a final score of 214.5 to 192. In the process, the Wildcats won their 27th regional championship in school history and they advanced to the team sectional Feb. 25 against McHenry regional champion Barrington at a site to be determined.
Lakes makes it happen against Grant Feb 8, 2014 12:00 AM
Lakes’ boys basketball team earned a hard-fought 61-60 win over visiting Grant in North Suburban Prairie Division play Saturday night. Despite playing short-handed, the Eagles improved to 11-12 and year and 7-3 in the NSC Prairie Division. David Milostan led the way a season-high 18 points for Lakes, and Michal Tomasiewicz contributed 16.
Images: Competitive Cheerleading prelims, Northwest and Lake County Feb 7, 2014 12:00 AM
Images of Northwest and Lake County teams at the IHSA Competitive Cheerleading preliminary round on Friday, February 7 at the U.S. Cellular Coliseum in Bloomington. The finals competition takes place Saturday.
Vernon Hills to defend Prairie title Feb 7, 2014 12:00 AM
Vernon Hills’ girls basketball team will defend its North Suburban Conference championship after holding off host Grant 59-46 in the two teams’ NSC Prairie Division finale Friday night. The Cougars (21-5) finished 10-2 in the NSC Prairie, tying Antioch for the championship. By virtue of beating the Sequoits twice in as many games, Vernon Hills will play in the conference championship for the third year in a row.
Attorney wants probation in fatal crashFeb 6, 2014 12:00 AM
The defense attorney for an Antioch-area teen who was charged in an illegal street race that left one person dead said his client should be sentenced to probation, not prison, because “extraordinary circumstances” exist in the case.
Tests requested by Antioch-area man charged in girlfriend’s death Feb 6, 2014 12:00 AM
Defense attorneys for an Antioch Township man accused of killing his girlfriend are asking for more testing of tissue samples before taking the case to trial. Michael Axtell, 42, remains held in lke County jail in lieu of $3 million bond. Judge Victoria Rossetti set a status date of March 15 to see if the tissue testing was complete.
Carmel Catholic handles Wauconda Feb 6, 2014 12:00 AM
Kathleen Felicelli scored 24 points to lead Carmel Catholic’s girls basketball team to a 66-51 win over host Wauconda in nonconference action Thursday night. Emma Rappe added 17 points for Carmel (18-7), and Nicole Bitter contributed 7.
Wrestling regionals: Scouting Lake County Feb 6, 2014 12:00 AM
Here's what to expect from this weekend's wrestling regionals from the perspective of Lake County's competitors.
And now, full speed ahead for Grant’s Wells at Illinois Feb 6, 2014 12:00 AM
With family, teammates and classmates watching, Grant's Jonathan Wells, the reigning Class 3A state high jump champion who helped the Bulldogs tie for fourth at state last May, signed a national letter of intent to compete track and field with the University of Illinois.