Kevin Newberry

The McHenry County Conservation District invites visitors to “Find Your Wild” and join its interactive journey through the county’s public open spaces all summer long in pursuit of fun prizes.

The Lake in the Hills Rotary Club has planted its fifth pollinator garden to help stem the loss of pollinators.

The shred event will be held Friday, June 27, at Joliet Memorial Stadium, 129th Infantry Drive, in Joliet.

The McHenry County Conservation District‘s Friday concert series continues on July 11.

The Forest Preserve District of Will County has announced contests and challenges for fishing, kayaking and sidewalk art in July.

Plano Library will host free community programs for kids and adults this summer. Summer Reading Program is underway.

The Kendall County Health Department recommends the following cooling centers for those who will be active outdoors during this period of intense heat.

Midwestern University's Downers Grove campus has been recognized as a Carnegie Research University

Elmhurst University has announced that Keri Anne Alioto as its new vice president of student affairs.

The Glen Ellyn Parks Foundation has launched a fundraising campaign to raise $800,000 to support enhanced amenities in Phase 1 of the Glen Ellyn Downtown Community Park.

The Glen Ellyn Park District has announced the return of Sensory Swim nights

Come out for BYOB Bingo, enjoy a Friday Food Truck event or celebrate Father's Day with free fishing days at Will County forest preserves.

Crystal Lake Mayor Haig Haleblian declared June Service League of Crystal Lake Centennial Month as the organization marks 100 years. A June 21 celebration is planned at The Dole.

The McHenry-Wonder Lake Lions Club recently awarded $13,000 to organizations serving the blind and visually impaired and other community organizations.

Joliet Public Schools District 86 has announced that 19 of its students have been named recipients of the Joliet Region Hawk Education Scholarship.