Republicans in the Lake in the Hills Parade

Yesterday, McHenry County Blog showed the Lake in the Hills Parade entry for Democrats. Today, let’s look at Republicans. An old truck carrying a sign for GOP State’s Attorney candidate Patrick Kenneally was first. Right behind off to the north … Continue reading

Althoff & Others on Local Government Consolidation Bill

Here’s what State Senator Pam Althoff has posted on her Facebook page about House Bill 229, the bill that would allow the McHenry and Lake County Boards to absorb some local governments for which they appoint governing members: Here are … Continue reading

Karen McConnaughay Meets and Greets Local Republican Activists at Lakewood’s Lou Malnati’s

Kane County Board Chairman Karen McConnaughay brought her campaign for the Illinois State Senate to Lakewood’s Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria Thursday night. Nothing like free eats to bring out a crowd.  And Lou Manati’s pizza.  What a treat! The event featured … Continue reading

Republicans Hold Play Day Fundraiser

Yesterday was one of the biggest fundraisers for the McHenry County Republican Central Committee. My guess is that parking along the road during previous golf outings has led to the “No Parking” signs there now. Time was that late comers … Continue reading

Bill Brady to Appear at Mike Tryon’s Thursday Fund Raiser

State Rep. Mike Tryon’s campaign manager, Cheryl Meyer sent out an email to precinct committeemen announcing that Republican Party candidate for governor, State Senator Bill Brady, will attend the Crystal Laker’s Thursday evening fund raiser at D’Andrea’s. The banquet hall … Continue reading

Republicans Seek Crystal Lake Independence Day Parade Walkers Saturday

An email from Algonquin Township Republican Central Committee Chairman Karla Dobbeck: It’s Parade Time – support our slate and get some exercise too!! Please plan to walk in the Crystal Lake Fourth of July parade this Saturday! Come join the … Continue reading

Huntley School Principals Credit Kevin Rewerts for Heading Up 2004 Huntley School Tax Hike Referendum Committee

Yesterday, McHenry County Blog looked at Huntley School District 158 referendum leader Kevin Rewerts’ claim in a letter to the Daily Herald that he was not a leader in the 2004 effort. To quote him directly: ” I wasn’t a … Continue reading

Huntley School Principals Credit Kevin Rewerts for Heading Up 2004 Huntley School Tax Hike Referendum Committee

Yesterday, McHenry County Blog looked at Huntley School District 158 referendum leader Kevin Rewerts’ claim in a letter to the Daily Herald that he was not a leader in the 2004 effort. To quote him directly: ” I wasn’t a … Continue reading