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Panel discussion to address Illinois' pension crisis

By McHenry Times | Sep 25, 2024

Our underfunded state pensions are the biggest reason that Illinois is one of the highest taxed states in the country. I’m going to be part of a panel hosted by the Better Government Association on October 15th to talk about how we can get out from under this burden.

Analysis: Crystal Lake Community Consolidated School District 47 administrators rank 313th highest in state for average salary in 2023

By McHenry Times | Sep 25, 2024

Administrators in Crystal Lake Community Consolidated School District 47 earn an average of $113,653 per year, ranking 313th highest in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

State Rep Steve Reick: 'The 2024 McHenry County Farm Stroll is a self-guided tour of McHenry County’s diversified family farms'

By McHenry Times | Sep 24, 2024

State Rep. Steve Reick highlighted an upcoming McHenry County event, saying, "There is no beginning or end of the tour, just choose the farms you wish to visit and go during the stroll’s time frame," in a Sept. 24 Facebook post.

McHenry County Farm Stroll offers self-guided tour of local family farms

By McHenry Times | Sep 24, 2024

McHenry County will host its annual Farm Stroll on September 24, 2024. The event is a self-guided tour of the county's diverse family farms. Participants can choose which farms to visit during the designated time frame, as there is no set route or schedule.

Inflation impacts efforts by local food banks as demand rises

By McHenry Times | Sep 24, 2024

Though National Food Bank Day, a day to recognize the important work of food banks in serving food-insecure families, was on September 6th, every day can be considered Food Bank Day. With inflation causing a significant rise in grocery prices, many more families are experiencing food insecurity.

2023: Community Unit School District 300 administrators rank 304th highest in state for average salary

By McHenry Times | Sep 23, 2024

Administrators in Community Unit School District 300 earn an average of $114,444 per year, ranking 304th highest in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Wilcox hosts Barks & Brews; addresses cyber threats and Bright Start changes

By McHenry Times | Sep 23, 2024

Senator Craig Wilcox hosted his annual Barks & Brews event at Kishwaukee Brewing Company in Woodstock last week. Attendees were greeted by a pen of mixed-breed puppies looking for forever homes, along with a few older dogs. The event featured casual conversations and craft brews, highlighted by the presence of K9s4U, a non-profit dog rescue based in McHenry.