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More Madigan-generated woes expected for Illinois, editorial board says

By Carol Ostrow | Apr 4, 2017

Even as Gov. Bruce Rauner continues to strive toward a potential state budget solution, House Speaker Mike Madigan (D-Chicago) “delays and offers nothing,” the Chicago Tribune recently reported while continuing its coverage of Illinois’ hemorrhaging finances.

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Serwatka scores high-level endorsements for Lakewood leadership

By Carol Ostrow | Mar 30, 2017

When the McHenry County state’s attorney and sheriff recently endorsed GOP candidate Paul Serwatka in his bid for the presidency of the Village of Lakewood, the candidate expressed pride and gratitude.

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Service Academy Day in St. Charles to offer information on military academies

By Carol Ostrow | Mar 30, 2017

U.S. Reps. Randy Hultgren (R-IL) and Peter Roskam (R-IL) are hosting a Service Academy Day from 9 a.m. to noon April 22 at St. Charles East High School for students and their families from from the 14th and 6th Congressional districts interested in U.S. service academies.

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State lawmakers accused of pay raise by committee

By Carol Ostrow | Mar 14, 2017

Illinois lawmakers are using a seemingly surreptitious way to give themselves pay raises: creating new and useless committees for which they are automatically paid an extra $10,326 as chairmen, a Chicago-based think tank is arguing.

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Lawrence offers five reasons for trustee support

By Carol Ostrow | Mar 6, 2017

Rachael Lawrence says besides the fact that she's independent, there are five main reasons for voting for her instead of others running for Algonquin Township trustee. 

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Skillicorn files bill to offset Illinois sanctuary cities

By Carol Ostrow | Mar 6, 2017

Striving to clarify legalities in the nation’s evolving immigration regulations, State Representative Allen Skillicorn (R-Dundee) recently filed House Bill 2942 in an effort to counteract HB 426, which would allow non-compliance with current immigration policies.

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Lukasik conveys gratitude for Algonquin win

By Carol Ostrow | Mar 1, 2017

Cary resident and Republican Karen Lukasik thanked constituents after winning the GOP candidacy slot for Algonquin Township clerk in the jurisdiction’s primary election Tuesday.

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No party as GOP Nunda trustee hopefuls have it out

By Carol Ostrow | Feb 28, 2017

Six of the seven Republicans vying for four Nunda Township trustee seats lobbed charges at one another while touting their own achievements during a recent forum leading up to the primary election on Tuesday.

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Lukasik solicits support for Algonquin Township Clerk election

By Carol Ostrow | Feb 13, 2017

Longtime Cary resident and Republican challenger Karen Lukasik recently recapped her background in preparation for her bid of election as Algonquin Township Clerk, emphasizing both her experience and her ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently.

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Algonquin trustee contender Lawrence calls out nepotism

By Carol Ostrow | Feb 13, 2017

Blasting civic leaders for favoring family in hiring practices, Algonquin Township trustee candidate Rachael Lawrence is standing up to an archaic hiring tradition in her bid for trusteeship based on altruistic values.

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MCC curates faculty, permanent art for February show

By Carol Ostrow | Feb 8, 2017

In a double display open for exhibition this month, McHenry County College (MCC) features faculty artworks alongside additional varied creations from its permanent collection in two locations: the campus library and Building B’s Epping Gallery.

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Lawrence announces candidacy to serve Algonquin as trustee

By Carol Ostrow | Feb 6, 2017

Having learned the value of an honest day’s work in childhood, Rachael Lawrence took her work ethic to the next level with the recent disclosure of her candidacy for a spot as Algonquin Township trustee.

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IDOT schedules Route 31 public hearing for Feb. 8

By Carol Ostrow | Feb 2, 2017

To solicit public participation regarding road improvements for IL 31 in McHenry County, the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) has announced a public hearing 4-7 p.m. Feb. 8 at McHenry County College.

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Mobile vet opens Lake in the Hills animal clinic

By Carol Ostrow | Jan 30, 2017

Dr. Jason Olech, who makes house calls for furry and feathered friends via his Chicagoland Mobile Veterinary Services, plans to launch a permanent Lake in the Hills location in February, the Northwest Herald stated recently.

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Rogers runs 'cleanup' campaign for Dundee top highway spot; appearing Feb. 9

By Carol Ostrow | Jan 29, 2017

'Time to put out campaign signs and start cleaning up Dundee Township,' Michael Rogers, a 12-year Carpentersville resident and GOP candidate for Dundee Township’s highway commissioner position, recently stated via Facebook.

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McHenry City Council promotes 2 police officials

By Carol Ostrow | Jan 22, 2017

The McHenry City Council observed a double swearing-in ceremony for two experienced police department members with the mayor on hand at its meeting earlier this month, according to the 'Northwest Herald.'

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McHenry County clerk opposes Skillicorn’s tax freeze

By Carol Ostrow | Jan 22, 2017

Following his promised tax freeze initiative for Kane and McHenry counties, state Rep. Allen Skillicorn (R-Crystal Lake) faces resistance on his home turf, with his efforts challenged by McHenry County Clerk Chief Deputy Linda Fitzgerald.

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EPA names January Radon Action Month

By Carol Ostrow | Jan 22, 2017

McHenry County’s Department of Health (MCDH), located in Woodstock, encourages county residents to increase their awareness level about radon during January, officially designated by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) as national Radon Action Month.

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‘Tax-cutter’ Skillicorn officially files tax freeze petition, as promised

By Carol Ostrow | Jan 9, 2017

With a reputation for shaving troublesome taxes garnered via his years as an East Dundee trustee, newly elected Rep. Allen Skillicorn (R-66th District) recently filed a pair of petitions on behalf of two county jurisdictions.

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Handelsman pushes to prevent TIF expansion

By Carol Ostrow | Jan 1, 2017

Warning Woodstock dwellers of waylaid tax channels, school board candidate Susan Handelsman recently appealed to constituents via the McHenry County blog to contact their legislators and vocalize opposition to extending a downtown tax district’s timeline.