Historical Society marks 60 years of collecting history
May 19, 2023The McHenry County Historical Society & Museum is marking a big anniversary as it celebrates its 60th year and launches a new museum season. The MCHS will have a celebration to…
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Transit agencies seek state help on projected $730 million budget gap
March 15, 2023CHICAGO – Officials with the state’s largest transit agencies met with lawmakers on Tuesday to sound the alarm for what Regional Transportation Authority Executive Director Leanne…
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Chicago Auto Show back at full speed
February 13, 2023The Chicago Auto Show eyes a return to full strength this month after two years of pandemic cutbacks. The midwinter McCormick Place fixture began a 10-day run on Feb. 11 with two full…
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McHenry Co. Historical Society shines a light on Christmases past
December 16, 2022After a two-year hiatus, a one-of-kind, vintage Christmas display returns to the McHenry County Historical Museum at 6422 Main St. in Union through Jan. 6. This year’s offerings…
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Experts say mountain lions on the move through Illinois, but not here to stay
November 3, 2022Mountain lions are on the move through fall with two confirmed sightings of animals in northern and central Illinois. Large predators occasionally pass through Illinois but are not…
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Drink in ambiance at the 45th annual Cider Fest in McHenry Co.
September 28, 2022Visitors to the 45th annual Cider Fest will get an opportunity to step back in time with skilled artisans, a turn-of-the-century cider press, children’s activities, music and vintage…
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Park districts to receive Earth Day in the Parks grants
March 24, 2022Eleven Illinois park districts will receive nearly $11,000 to offer Earth Day in the Parks activities, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources and the Illinois Conservation Foundation…
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Workshop addresses mental health needs of those in agriculture life
January 5, 2022Mental health and substance use issues are common. Nearly 1 in 5 U.S. adults lives with a mental illness according to the National Institute of Mental Health. From 1999 to 2016, 630,000…
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