McHenry Connected

03/07/2024

Woodstock Children’s Summer Theatre brings new take on Shrek to Woodstock North High School By Eileen [email protected] This summer, 52 students from D-200 will have a chance to show off […]

02/07/2024

By Caryl [email protected] When Steve Thompson graduated from Woodstock High School in 1980, he had no idea that his work life would go full circle, eventually bringing him back to […]

02/07/2024

I celebrated a birthday a few days ago, and it felt like a major one. It wasn’t one of those ending in a 0 or a 5. It was worse. […]

02/07/2024

Among the things that make Woodstock different – even special – is a willingness to be different and to do things differently. That is on full display every year when […]

02/07/2024

Crystal Lake Central English teacher’s 1st children’s book ‘gives a toddler a voice’

Stacy Salomone Whitcomb’s children's book "Baby Munchkin" hits bookstore shelves July 9. She's a Crystal Lake Central High School teacher.

02/07/2024

75 years later, Woodstock is still hosting popular scholarship pageant By Lissa Kunzie news@the woodstockindependent.com It was a shining moment for Anne Victoria Perez as she was crowned this year’s […]

02/07/2024

Mark Pentecost begins his Parks & Rec tenure in busy times By Eileen Millardnews@the woodstockindependent.com It’s been a busy two months for Woodstock’s new Parks & Recreation Director Mark Pentecost. […]

02/07/2024

Please join me and the Johnsburg Public Library for a blood drive in partnership with Versiti on July 25. Illinois is currently facing a critical blood shortage and your donation could save up to three lives.

Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are preferred. Book your donation appointment here: https://donate.illinois.versiti.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/5609752

01/07/2024

01/07/2024

Immanuel Lutheran School in Crystal Lake announces new principal

Immanuel Lutheran School in Crystal Lake has announced the appointment of its new priincipal.

30/06/2024

D158 Education Foundation awards $41,000 in scholarships to 16 grads

The Huntley District 158 Education Foundation awarded $41,000 in scholarships to 16 Huntley High School graduating seniors.

29/06/2024

With Illinois grocery tax ending, Cary and other towns look at higher sales tax

Cary is the latest area community to begin talks on if and how to replace statewide grocery tax revenue with the tax going away.

28/06/2024

Illinois offers diverse, lesser-known getaways beyond Chicago, perfect for relaxed weekend trips exploring historic settlements and scenic prairies.

27/06/2024

Check out the latest community post from one of your neighbors. (The views expressed in this post are the author’s own.)

27/06/2024

Check out the latest community post from one of your neighbors. (The views expressed in this post are the author’s own.)

27/06/2024

In this week’s newsletter, it’s time to talk about the least exciting and most important topic that most people in State Government want to avoid – PENSIONS. Before your eyes...

26/06/2024

Hebron police won’t turn off Facebook comments, will join regional law enforcement task force

The Hebron Police Department will continue to allow residents to comment on its page, will join task force for investigative help

26/06/2024

Check out the latest community post from one of your neighbors. (The views expressed in this post are the author’s own.)

26/06/2024

Grant deadline sparks debate on project viability By Eileen Millardnews@the woodstockindependent.com A July 22 deadline for an arts grant opportunity turned into a debate at the June 18 City Council […]

25/06/2024

When you are looking to top the regular season conference champion in the conference tournament, what do you do? Putting the ball in the hands of your all-conference pitcher, namely […]

25/06/2024

WHS grad Quinn Cynor swims among best in nation By Lisa [email protected] When he was 8 years old, Quinn Cynor dipped his toes into the world of competitive swimming as […]

25/06/2024

Warp Corps has no shortage of activities for local teens at 114 N. Benton St. By Janet Dovidio [email protected] Summer is upon us. Activity opportunities for local teens await at […]

25/06/2024

As expected, a June 13 column on the sentencing of a former Department of Children and Family Services investigator drew spirited feedback.

25/06/2024

We have a big-time project in the works called “Old McHenry Crossings.” Join us at the final public information meeting on June 26 to see the preferred alternative design, ask questions, and much more!

Date: Wednesday, June 26, 2024
Time: 5 - 7 p.m.
Place: St. Matthew Lutheran Church Gymnasium, 24500 N. Old McHenry Road, Hawthorn Woods

Four highly traveled regional highways converging to this area, frequent trains and three closely spaced intersections along Old McHenry Road have led to high traffic volumes and delays. Approximately 25,000 vehicles pass through the corridor each day. This project aims to improve safety, traffic operations, and connectivity for drivers, bikers, and pedestrians within and surrounding the Old McHenry Road and CN Railroad area and along Quentin Road in Hawthorn Woods, Lake Zurich, Kildeer and unincorporated Forest Lake.