Forrestville Valley School District holds end-of-year awards ceremony

Blarney Island celebrates 125 years of ‘Fun in the Sun’

Blarney Island, the legendary restaurant, bar and concert destination located a mile offshore and in the middle of Grass Lake on the famed Chain O’ Lakes, proudly celebrates its 125th anniversary in 2026—marking a legacy officially spanning half the age of the United States.

Forest Preserves team up with brewer for history on tap

For the third consecutive year, the Lake County Forest Preserves has partnered with Harbor Brewing Company in Lake Villa to create a limited-edition beer inspired by early brewing traditions and enhanced by America’s favorite fruit.

Gurnee artist among area artists in new exhibit

“A Spring Triplet” brings a vibrant fine art celebration of the season to Northfield and the surrounding area. It includes Gurnee's Kendra Kett.

Lake County to conduct hearing on data center temporary moratorium

As interest in data center development continues to grow nationwide, the Lake County Board on June 9 adopted a resolution to initiate a public hearing on a proposed temporary moratorium on data centers in unincorporated Lake County.

Lake County PrideFest planned for Saturday

The Lake County PrideFest will take place June 20 at the Round Lake Beach Civic Center. Activities will run from noon to 8 p.m.