 To view the unofficial results from the
March 15 election, visit www.lakecountyclerk.info. Election results will not be final until 14 days after the
election allowing for late arriving ballots voted by mail to be tabulated. View results
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 Local agencies in Lake
County are working toward a coordinated county-wide paratransit service to meet
the transportation needs of seniors and individuals with disabilities. With new
partnerships, a federal grant and the support of Lake County, RTA and Pace, the
existing service in Central Lake County is expanding. Eligible residents in
Fremont, Libertyville and Shields Townships, including the Villages of
Libertyville and Mundelein will benefit from an expanded service area and times
that began on March 1, 2016. Watch this video to learn more.
For more information and
destinations included in the service area, view the Rider’s Guide.
View the Rider's Guide: RideLakeCounty |
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There
is also a coordinated service in the northwestern part of Lake County. Learn
more about the Ride Lake County West service here: View the Rider's Guide: RideLakeCounty |
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 The electronics recycling program offered by the Solid Waste Agency of Lake County may be discontinued due to a lack of funds as of May 1. SWALCO had subsidized the electronics recycling program with local tax dollars to comply with state law mandating electronics recycling and is evaluating options to keep the program operating. Watch this video to learn more.
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Take an online quiz to see how much you know
about weather alert radios, and get a chance to win one. The Weather Alert
Radios Save Lives contest is available on the Ready Illinois’ website and will run through March
31. A total of 100 weather alert radios will be awarded to participants who
register after reading information about the radios and complete a
five-question quiz. Take the
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Spring trail alerts
Although spring brings warmer trail-going weather, it also brings
increased rainfall, putting trails at greater risk for flooding. After
submerged sections dry, maintenance crews are quick to regrade and repair any
water damage. Check the
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Spring burn season
March and April are busy months for Lake County Forest Preserve burn crews as
they conduct controlled fires to revive natural areas. Fire is the most
efficient and economical tool for managing Lake County’s natural
communities, improving habitat by decreasing invasive plants, removing
dead leaves and exposing the seedbed to the sun. Learn more |
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Around the World in 180 Days: Adlai E. Stevenson II 1953 World
Tour
See never-before-seen photographs that document Adlai E. Stevenson II while on
assignment for Look magazine at the Lake County Discovery
Museum. Stevenson was hired to go on a six-month tour of Europe and Asia to
report on social, political, and economic conditions in over 30 countries.
Follow Stevenson as he meets with the young Queen Elizabeth II in England,
Prime Minister Nehru in India, Prime Minister Ben-Gurion in Israel and other
heads of state, interacts with local citizens, and sneaks out to visit local
markets, all while assuming the role as America’s unofficial diplomat to the
world. Learn more. |
Take the free prediabetes risk test
Learning if you are at risk to develop diabetes can be key to preventing
health problems such as heart disease, stroke and Type 2 diabetes. The Lake County Health
Department invites you to watch this
month’s Healthy Lake County and learn about a free prediabetes
screening test you can take to learn your risks. |
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Get
your pet vaccinated
Bring your pet to this year’s first low-cost pet vaccination clinic from 9 a.m.
to noon Saturday, March 26 at the Lake County Fairgrounds in Grayslake. These low-cost
pet vaccination clinics, offered by the Lake County Health Department offer a
convenient and affordable way to keep pets up to date on shots and rabies tags.
Check out more information
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Learn the “Beat the
Blame Game” from 6 to 8 p.m. April 14 at the College of Lake County in Grayslake.
The Lake County State’s
Attorney’s Office is
hosting this event in recognition of National Victim's Rights Week. This year's
theme, "Serving Victims Building Trust Restoring Hope" underscores
the importance of early intervention and victim services, which in turn begins
to restore their hope for healing and recovery. Learn more |
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Join the Zero Tolerance forum
The
public is invited to attend a forum titled, “Zero Tolerance for Domestic
Abusers” at 6 p.m. Wednesday, March 30 at the Mundelein Police Department, 221 N. Lake
St. Join Lake County State's Attorney Michael G. Nerheim, the Village of
Mundelein and more to learn about domestic abuse, sexual assault and sex
trafficking. Domestic violence survivors will also share their personal stories
of hardship and triumph in order for others to gain a better understanding of
these crimes in our society. The event is hosted by U.S. Congressman Bob Dold.
For information, call 847-793-8400.
Join coffee with the Mundelein mayor
The next Coffee with Village of Mundelein Mayor Steve Lentz will take place at 9 a.m. April 2 at Taste of Paris at 9 a.m. All residents are invited to attend.
Calling young writers! Join creative writing contest
Fourth- through eighth-graders are invited to join Cook Memorial Public Library's 10th annual Creative Writing Contest. Submit an original story or poem for a chance to win publication in the library’s literary magazine and an invitation to an exclusive signing party. Submit your entry before 6 p.m. April 1. More information
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