Patriots United Target Sex Trafficking

Last Saturday morning Patriots United held a breakfast attended by hundreds. Tables even overflowed into the exhibit room. I didn’t get a chance to take notes because I got drafted to take photos. One of these days, I’ll get around … Continue reading

Politicians at McHenry’s Fiesta Days Parade

The first indication of politics at McHenry’s 2013 Fiesta Days Parade was a man walking to the marshaling area wearing a Bill Prim for Sheriff tee shirt. I was on my way to Congressman Randy Hultgren’s Pre-Parade Reception at Perry … Continue reading

Slot Machine Win for Rural Bar Owners, Electronic Billboards Delayed Again

Two issues were considered for the second time at Tuesday night’s: slot machines at bars and restaurants in unincorporated McHenry County electronic billboards outside of municipalities Also called video poker machines, the electronic devices will be allowed after a 15-9 … Continue reading

Pro-Life Pig Roast at Irene Napier’s Farm

The annual Pro-Life Pig Roast was held again at Irene Napier’s farm on Valley View Road. There was a goodly crowd of supporters of the Pro-Life position. Old friends renewed acquaintances. Candidates from Lake courted voters. Lake County Republican Bob … Continue reading

Elected McHenry County Regional Supt. of Schools Joe Williams Decides Not to Take Office.

The Northwest Herald is reporting a double resignation at the top of the McHenry County Regional Superintendent of Schools office. Both current Supt. Gene Goeglein and Supt-Elect Joe Williams are resigning as of the end of this month in order … Continue reading

Patriots on Parade

There were lots of patriotic entries in Crystal Lake’s 4th of July Parades, but the most elaborate was that of Patriots United. A soaring American Eagle was the leading edge of the float. A non-partisan group that has sponsored public … Continue reading

Life Hike on a Beautiful Day

It’s a wonderful day to be alive. And, what a difference a week makes. Last Saturday was truly a miserable day! But the rowers still held their regatta on a choppy and often wet Crystal Lake. It was so bad, … Continue reading

Life Hike on a Beautiful Day

It’s a wonderful day to be alive. And, what a difference a week makes. Last Saturday was truly a miserable day! But the rowers still held their regatta on a choppy and often wet Crystal Lake. It was so bad, … Continue reading