Kevin Newberry

The Forest Preserve District of Will County has announced its program schedule for the weeks of May 18 and May 25. Registration is available online at reconnectwithnature.org.

Crystal Lake's Memorial Day parade has been planned, and organizers are looking for photos of women veterans to feature.

Two opportunities to purchase plants – and support good causes – take place Saturday, May 16, by the Harvard Garden Club and at a church in Crystal Lake.

The sixth annual fundraiser for Luella’s Lodge in Sandwich will feature a bingo night and golf outing in June.

“It was just a magical moment, with that light and the bluebells. Something extra special," Michelle Wendling said of her award-winning photo taken at O’Hara Woods Preserve in Romeoville.

Here is a roundup of sports events for the Ogle County News.

The McHenry County Animal Control & Adoption Center will host three low-cost rabies vaccination and microchip drive-thru clinics for cats and dogs this spring.

Home State Bank in Crystal Lake has announced the hiring of a new vice president of retail banking who has deep ties to the McHenry County community.

The Village of Manhattan invites residents and visitors to attend the free, family event from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at Village Hall.

Start your morning with bird-friendly coffee before heading out to spot migrating warblers at 7 to 9 a.m. Saturday, May 9, at Isle a la Cache Museum in Romeoville

The event, themed “The Future is Bright,” brought together members of the USF community in Joliet.

The Illinois High School Association journalism state finals was held at Heartland Community College on Saturday, April 25.

Community High School District 155 Superintendent Neil Lesinski has been named the 2026 Superintendent of Distinction by the Kishwaukee Region of the Illinois Association of School Administrators.

The village of Huntley has announced the official launch of Shops on Main for its first full operating season, kicking off Friday, May 1.

The Providence Catholic High School team also captured its eighth consecutive regional championship in March, once again qualifying a full roster for the state competition.