Wauconda, Illinois news and information from the Lake County Journal and Shaw Local News Network
Linda Alexandra of Wauconda writes a letter to the editor.
These two types of people sit in the same boat
A fire caused significant damage to an office building in Fox River Grove overnight Saturday night.
Do you consider yourself frugal or cheap? There are people who will spend plenty of money to get what they want. Many people feel money is no object, yet many are financially limited.
A 38-year-old man died Wednesday morning after driving an SUV into a detention pond at Garland Road and Main Street in Wauconda.
Fireworks, as well as festivals, food, parades and live music are in store around in McHenry County during the Fourth of July week – and beyond.
Are you motivated? Do you think that if you are, you also would be disciplined?
Holding on to a negative thought or hurt creates an internal feeling of discomfort that lingers inside the body and sits up straight in the mind.
Within a week of announcing the resuming of Lake Michigan patrols, the Lake County Sheriff’s Office Marine Unit saved the lives of two teen paddle boarders who went adrift.
Knowing that your friendly dog doesn’t bite is only an opinion; even a friendly dog could bite if the dog’s ear is pulled, or if being teased, or not feeling well
Children start the art of pretending somewhere between 18 months to 2 years after birth. Children create and design their very own imaginary friends. They enjoy conducting pretend tea parties and at times will even talk with their deceased relatives.
A huge cluster of people claim to be spiritual. Does the word “spiritual” mean of the spirit? If so, what spirit? There is nothing simple about being spiritual. It has several definitions.
Lake County Sheriff’s deputies de-escalated a tense situation involving a man threatening self-harm who was armed with a firearm, authorities said.
All people are not certain how to go about making a decision. Some people have to struggle and even will ask friends for advice. The big concern to some is if it will be the right or wrong decision.
It’s one thing to foster remembrance. It’s another to provoke action. Participants in the upcoming Mid-America Rolling Thunder Demonstration Parade will be out to accomplish both.
We experience times when we encounter passersby. Many people will smile, say hello or just nod their heads to acknowledge others going past them. Do all who pass by others return the amiable gesture? The answer is no
Are you opposed to tipping for services rendered? There are different views on tipping.
Two women were killed when the vehicle they were riding in turned in front of a dump truck Wednesday along Fairfield Road, authorities said. A third woman in their vehicle also was seriously injured.
The law of attraction has been written about, studied and also practiced. According to metaphysics, it has claimed that attitude can attract situations to match attitude.
The should and shouldn’t words, even without being spoken, are directors of actions to be or not to be taken.
Why do many businesspeople record such common outgoing personal greetings?
Neighbors can be helpful in certain situations. Some can be hurtful and cause much stress and will call the police for the most trivial things that eventually could lead to entering courtroom doors.
Lake County Sheriff’s Traffic Crash Investigators are investigating an early morning single-vehicle crash that resulted in critical injuries.
These three words can seem weak and undefined. Saying that you’re glad to see someone doesn’t sound as meaningful as being “pleased” or “happy” to see someone.
In the wake of a group of students being transported to Wauconda Middle School by an unlicensed bus driver, the company’s owner has been cited for allowing the employee to make trips, Lake County officials said Saturday.
The Lake County Housing Authority is responding to a fire that rendered John Kuester Manor in Wauconda unhabitable and displaced the residents of its 25 units.
Mirrors reflect light, maybe even much more? These reflectors are constructed from various materials and have several uses. Did you know that?
The upcoming total solar eclipse on April 8 has created a frenzy, with parts of central and southern Illinois gearing up for a tourism boom and special “eclipse glasses” flying off the shelves. Recent eclipses were also news stories – but nowhere near the level of today.
A Milwaukee man who was driving a bus with 50 juveniles headed for Wauconda Middle School after a school trip early Thursday was issued several citations including not having a valid commercial driver’s license, police said.
Jealousy and envy may sound alike but have different meanings.
A white lie is defined as harmless, trivial and often is told in order to avoid hurting or offending someone’s feelings or to avoid making the lie teller look undesirable. Coloring the truth is an excuse to avoid it.
People have said that they love someone but are not “in love.” What is the difference?
Welcome mats display a friendly gesture for others to see and feel the friendliness of the residents who place them at the entryway of their doors.
Within the past 30 years, it’s been stated that household pets are on the rise.
Keeping a diary and recording our grocery shopping experiences could be a fun idea.
The world is full of conditions and requirements. There are conditions involved with applying for a loan.
Bailee R. Parks, 18, is charged with aggravated battery causing great bodily harm and aggravated battery with a deadly weapon, both felonies, authorities said.
A familiar request is “please don’t say anything.” Also, asking someone “can you keep a secret?” often can generate a commitment from a curious and willing mind.
Each person has their own perception regarding how they perceive situations in everyday living.
Eight Illinois communities will share nearly $2.4 million in grants to expand access to outdoor recreation, Gov. JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Natural Resources announced recently.
Karma began in ancient India and often is talked about and shows up in many lives. Anyone who does good will receive good. Anyone who does bad will receive bad.
Wouldn’t you agree that it’s probably not likely that anyone would call and ask for help unless they were in dire straits and maybe not even when that time arises? For some folks, there could be an uncomfortable feeling asking for help, would you agree?
Years back, live people answered a ringing phone. In today’s times, live people may choose to answer the phone or otherwise let it ring into an outgoing voicemail to the caller, who may or may not leave a message.
Best friends are special friends that when needed will lend an ear and give support to the other half of the friendship. They at times can become a chauffeur, babysitter, money lender and are the holder of secrets that must never be shared with anyone.
People with tact and consideration would avoid that comment at all costs. It is rude and useless.
This comment sounds as if the speaker may not always be honest but now will be by offering a truthful statement. This statement should be avoided.
Tim Dempsey is McHenry County's truancy officer. He decided to start helping struggling families he's encountered on the job.
At the time encountered, some people are not having their best day, but will simply reply, “fine,” as an end-all answer being nondescript and avoiding any additional questions.
Wauconda High teacher Bob Gillen, 53, was killed in a crash; he'd been at Wauconda High since 1996. He taught math and was an athletic trainer.
There is a defined difference between being a people person and being people friendly