Shaw Local News Network

The Merry Martha Club, a Leaf River service organization, is once again sponsoring a quilt raffle this spring.

The Lee County 4-H Program is thrilled to announce another season of the Jr. Gardener Special Interest (SPIN) Club, a club aimed at empowering young minds to explore the wonders of gardening.

Tipton's artwork will be showcased through April at the St. Charles Public Library.

Bureau Valley Elementary Schools are excited to invite families and community members to a special live performance by Farmer Jason, a Manlius native also known as Jason Ringenberg. The concert will take place on Friday, March 13, at 1 p.m. at Bureau Valley High School

Tom Melms has been named the Glen Ellyn Park District Volunteer of the Year.

Advocate Health Care partnered with the Chicago Bulls on Feb. 26 to provide a VIP experience for Amber Costa, a breast cancer survivor from Island Lake, during the Bulls game at the United Center.

Trixie is Save-A-Pet's pet of the week for March 5, 2026.

A coalition of more than 175 leaders gathered last month at the Lake County Regional Office of Education in Lake Forest to unveil a comprehensive Call to Action designed to address the county’s shortage of more than 16,000 homes.

The Lake County Health Department is warning residents about a scam targeting pet owners searching for lost animals.

Charges are pending against three juveniles in connection with a stolen vehicle, police say.

Woodland Community Consolidated School District 50 is accepting letters of interest and applications to fill a vacancy on the school board resulting from the resignation of Brianna Powvens.

The Lake County Forest Preserves’ Board of Commissioners on Feb, 11 approved the purchase of about 29.4 acres to expand Lakewood Forest Preserve in Wauconda.

The Ten Hotel will host its inaugural Bridal Expo on March 8 at 6161 W. Grand Ave., Gurnee.

The Lake County Retired Teachers Association will meet at noon Tuesday, March 10, at Lambs Farm Magnolia Cafe and Bakery in Libertyville

The Midwest Creation Fellowship presents John Dingess on March 9.