Cary

A month after Cary’s top village official moved out of state, the village opted to stay in-house and promote a department head to fill the role.

Cary Junior High seventh grader Vishrut Kinikar won the McHenry County spelling bee on Wednesday.

An unknown driver fled from a traffic stop and crashed into nearby homes, Crystal Lake police said.

Ten additional early voting locations opened across McHenry County on Monday ahead of the April 4 election.

A man accused of possessing more than 900 grams of fentanyl found in a truck in Cary last month pleaded not guilty to all charges Friday.

Those charged with felonies the week of March 5, 2023, by the Algonquin, Cary, Crystal Lake, Harvard, Island Lake, Johnsburg, McHenry, Richmond and Woodstock police departments, as well as the McHenry County Sheriff's Office.

A McHenry County grand jury indicted these people on the following charges the week of March 5, 2023.

The McHenry County Conservation District will receive $200,000 from a state matching grant to pave The Hollows walking path, with second grant creating accessible kayak/canoe launch.

Question: Do you believe the district needs to make any changes to improve DEI in your district? Answer: I view DEI as something that we can constantly improve upon. Read Deanna Darling's full election questionnaire here.

Christine Johnson, of Richmond-based Wild Trillium Farm, wants a federal farm bill that includes supports for small farmers and local food.

Question: Would you propose any changes to the curriculum? If so, what? Answer: I would like to see an increased focus on STEM across all grades. We have made strides in that area but I would like to see continued growth. Read Jason Janczak's full questionnaire here.

Founded in the late 1960s, the McHenry County Illinois Genealogical Society offers a number of resources and chances for people who are interested in tracing their roots to meet up. The group held its first in-person meeting on Thursday after a three-year hiatus.

Question: What projects or infrastructure would you look to address in your community and how would you do it? Answer: I would also like to work with other members of the board to attract new businesses to some of the neglected and vacated properties in Cary.

Question: What projects or infrastructure would you look to address in your community and how would you do it? Answer: We currently have numerous projects in process in our community and I am always open to future developers. Read Ellen McAlpine's questionnaire here.

Cold Blooded Parties has a new gallery location in McHenry, but will not sell reptiles, snakes and other animals. Instead, they plan to help educate owners on caring for these non-cuddly pets.