Gregory Shaver

Quiet moments at the McHenry County Conservation District's Elizabeth Lake Nature Preserve Varga Archeological Site on Wednesday, March 6, 2024, The wetland area near Richmond along the Wisconsin border is composed of every stage of wetland. The area also a habitat for 29 species of native fish, 200 species of plant life, 55 species of birds, 15-20 butterfly species, and 20 state threatened and endangered species.

McHenry County digs out of its first significant snowstorm of the year.

The Crystal Lake South community came together Wednesday night to celebrate its state-champion boys soccer team in South’s theater.

People enjoy the fireworks show Sunday, July 2, 2023, at Crystal Lake’s Main Beach during Crystal Lake Annual Independence Day Celebration.

Children enjoy the music of Alina Celeste and her family band during the Crystal Lake Park District and Public Library's Summer Singalong for Kids on Wednesday, June 28, at Crystal Lake Main Beach.

People enjoy the Crystal Lake’s annual Independence Day Parade on Sunday, July 2, 2023 in Crystal Lake. This year’s parade feature close to 100 units.

People enjoy the Lakeside Festival on Friday, June 30, 2023, at the Dole and Lakeside Arts Park in Crystal Lake.

Members of the Cary-Grove football team practice Thursday, June 29, 2023, at Cary-Grove High School in Cary.

Members of the Marian Central football team practice Monday, June 26, 2023, at Marian Central Catholic High School in Woodstock.

Members of the Crystal Lake South football team practice Tuesday, June 27, 2023, at Crystal Lake South High School..

People enjoy the Summer Woodstock Farmers Market on Tuesday, Jane 20, 2023, at the Historic Woodstock Square. People were able to shop from over 40 of their favorite farms & producers for in-season food fresh produce, dairy, meats, breads, baked goods, spices, herbs, pasta, flowers, and more.

Area basketball teams compete Friday, June 23, 2023, in the Crystal Lake South Gary Collins Shootout, at the high school in Crystal Lake.

Children enjoy playing Wednesday, June 14, 2023, during Parachute Play at the McHenry Public Library. About 25 children took part in the play program at the library.

People celebrate Juneteenth Saturday, June 17, 2023, during McHenry County’s first Juneteenth celebration at the Historic Woodstock Square. The Juneteenth festival featured McHenry County College graduate Rodney Katushabe and Pastor Norval Brown of the Cary United Methodist Church, along with music from gospel singer Darlene Benton and jazz musician Ken Davis.

People enjoy the Woodstock PrideFest Parade on Sunday, June 11, 2023, around the historic Woodstock Square.