Lake County, along with our
nation and local communities, is facing a mental health crisis that affects the
individual, families, friends, neighbors, veterans, employers, schools,
hospitals, the criminal justice system, and more.
To address this growing problem
and strengthen mental health services across the county, Lake County Board
Chairman Aaron Lawlor and the Honorable Susan Garrett (former IL State
Senator, 29th District) will lead a new community-wide initiative focusing on
data-sharing and evidence-based practices to identify gaps and recommend a
sustainable continuum of care for this vulnerable population. Find Out More
August is the peak month for West Nile virus.
The disease can be transmitted by mosquitoes and is again present this summer
in Lake County. Hear from Mike Adam,
senior biologist at the Lake County Health Department, as he provides tips on
how to protect yourself from mosquitoes and an update on the presence of the Zika
virus. Watch Video
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If you have prescription drugs that need to be
thrown out, do it the safe and responsible way. As part of International
Overdose Awareness Day, which is Aug. 31, municipal police departments across
Lake County want residents to be aware of the disposal boxes
available. The Lake County Underage Drinking and Drug Prevention Task
Force disposal program in partnership with the Solid Waste Agency of Lake
County collected nearly 12,000 pounds of prescription medicine with an estimated street value of $750,000 in 2015. Find
a prescription drug disposal box near you.
As students return to the classroom, let’s make sure
they are safe this school year. This means keeping an eye on the road for
school buses and students walking to school, as well as making sure students
stay safe by using their technology in a responsible way. Watch this video as
the Lake County Sheriff’s Office give you tips to make sure students stay
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The second installment of your 2015 property tax bill is due Sept. 2. Please note, you received one bill in May, and you will not receive another bill for the second installment. If you have misplaced your second installment coupon, you can print a copy from the Treasurer's Office website by entering your PIN or address.
Check out an interactive tax bill to help you better understand what is included on your bill, and visit the Treasurer’s Office website to get answers to frequently asked questions, and see property tax payment options available to you.
The Lake County Merit Commission is currently accepting applications for the deputy sheriff position. Applicants must be a U.S. citizen and at least 21 years of age at the time of orientation, a high school graduate (or GED) and possess a valid driver's license. Apply Today |
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Lake County has installed its third FREE electric vehicle charging station! The new station is at the Lake County Court and Administrative Complex and is FREE to use for two hours per charge. The stations allow you to recharge plug-in electric vehicles, including all-electric cars, neighborhood electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids. Electric vehicle owners must have a ChargePoint membership to use the County’s charging stations. Learn more about the County’s charging stations, and check on charging station availability on ChargePoint’s website.
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The Lake County Children’s Advocacy Center recently broke ground for its
Healing Garden, a place to bring comfort to child victims of abuse. The
Children’s Advocacy Center works with the State’s Attorney’s Office and Lake
County police departments to investigate and help successfully prosecute
offenders of child abuse without causing further trauma to the child victim. Watch this video to learn more.
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Forest Preserve News
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Hike Lake
County Like to hike?
Enjoy summer sunshine and autumn colors while exploring designated Hike Lake
County trails. Complete seven hikes by Nov. 30, and you'll earn a reward.
Let your canine companion join in on the fun and they will earn a prize,
too. Learn more |
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Join the Fireman’s
Dance The annual Fireman’s Dance, hosted by the Antioch Firefighters Association
will take place from 5 p.m. to midnight Sept. 10. Enjoy live music, food and
more.
Come touch a truck at Lindenhurst Park District event Join the Touch a Truck event, hosted by the Lindenhurst Park District from 10 a.m. to noon Aug. 27 at the Lippert Community Center parking lot, 2200 E. Grass Lake Road. See, climb and explore vehicles including police vehicles, dump trucks and more.
Enjoy
music Thursdays in Antioch Check out the final concert as part of Antioch's It's Thursday Concert Series
as Melloncougar performs from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 18 at the William
E. Brook Memorial Entertainment Center, 900 Skidmore Drive, behind the east
side businesses on Main Street. More information
Visit
Antioch's farmers market Don't miss the Antioch farmers market, which is open from 3 to 7 p.m. every
Thursday through Sept. 29 at 845 Main St. in downtown Antioch. The market features
products from produce to flowers and much more. More information
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