The Politicians at Crystal Lake’s July 4th Parade

OK. You got me. It’s July 3rd. And it wasn’t sweltering hot.  I found the shade most of the hour and a half 90-something entry parade. The biggest political entry was Congressman Joe Walsh’s. He followed Congressman Don Manzullo and … Continue reading

Route 14 Businesses Honoring Honoring Sgt. Jason A. McLeod

My friend Pete Castillo and I were at Keith and Route 14 when the funeral procession of Sgt. Jason A. McLeod was driving to the cemetery. Police cars, fire engines, ambulances, the hearse, the limo with the family, motor cyclists … Continue reading