Small Busineswoman Vents about Lack of McHenry County Obamacare Choice

From commenter Michelle under the article, “Obamacare Monopoly in McHenry County” comes her second comment on the subject: Last year, BCBS of Illinois discontinued their popular broad-based PPO for the individual market which was a plan that covered virtually all … Continue reading

Democratic Party Chairman Mike Bissett Comments on the Election

I asked McHenry County Democratic Party Chairman Mike Bissett for his take on the election.  His reply is below: “I’m sure it’s no coincidence that the Democratic candidates who worked the hardest won. “I’m proud of Nick Chirikos and Paula … Continue reading

How Is Your Town Ranked by Local Democrats?

McHenry County Democrats have sent out an imaginative post card based on the game of Monopoly. They obviously want people to think that McHenry County Republicans have a monopoly on local office. While that is not true—think of the Democrats … Continue reading

How Is Your Town Ranked by Local Democrats?

McHenry County Democrats have sent out an imaginative post card based on the game of Monopoly. They obviously want people to think that McHenry County Republicans have a monopoly on local office. While that is not true—think of the Democrats … Continue reading

Democrats Go for Republican Vulnerabilities – 4

I’m not sure what the last COMMUNITY CHEST substitution has to do with McHenry County Republicans. But, what the heck. This is a political piece and most won’t look at it as closely as I am. Let’s cut them some … Continue reading

Democrats Go for Republican Vulnerabilities – 4

I’m not sure what the last COMMUNITY CHEST substitution has to do with McHenry County Republicans. But, what the heck. This is a political piece and most won’t look at it as closely as I am. Let’s cut them some … Continue reading

Democrats Go for Republican Vulnerabilities – 3

Today we look at the third side of the McHenry County Monopoly board. Where the second CHANCE space usually appears after FREE PARING. the same man with his hands pulling out his pockets. SALESTAX$5000 The Dems could have done something … Continue reading

Democrats Go for Republican Vulnerabilities – 3

Today we look at the third side of the McHenry County Monopoly board. Where the second CHANCE space usually appears after FREE PARING. the same man with his hands pulling out his pockets. SALESTAX$5000 The Dems could have done something … Continue reading

Competitive Salaries versus Supply and Demand for Teachers

The teachers union in Huntley is saying that salaries are not competitive. The Huntley Education Association points to salaries in Unit District 300, east of Huntley and based in Carpentersville, while ignoring those in Unit District 200, immediately north in … Continue reading

Competitive Salaries versus Supply and Demand for Teachers

The teachers union in Huntley is saying that salaries are not competitive. The Huntley Education Association points to salaries in Unit District 300, east of Huntley and based in Carpentersville, while ignoring those in Unit District 200, immediately north in … Continue reading