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IDNR Shuts Down Recreational Boating On Fox River
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources has temporarily shut down recreational boating on the Fox River, according to a letter posted by the IDNR today. High water levels, swift currents, floating debris and submerged structures in the Fox all contributed to the decision, which was recommended by Cpt Joshua Mooi of the IDNR and approved by Director Natalie Phelps-Finnie.
Country Thunder Wisconsin: Everything To Know Before You Go
It's almost time again for the party in Twin Lakes, Wisconsin with 4-days of music and fun at Country Thunder. Tickets are still available to experience dozens of performances from Country Music's best, including Eric Church, Lainey Wilson, Bailey Zimmerman, Koe Wetzel, and Rock Star's Nickelback will join the Country Thunder Wisconsin lineup this year.
Illinois Issues Restricted Boating Area on Fox River Due to Hazardous Conditions
Springfield, IL – The Illinois Department of Natural Resources has issued a Restricted Boating Area on the Fox River from Pistakee Lake to the Bridge Street Bridge in Millington, effective Wednesday at 8:00 a.m. According to the department, high water levels, swift currents, floating debris, submerged structures, and piers...
Lake County Fair ready to celebrate 95th annual event
Lake County Fair organizers say their 2024 edition will be of “Olympic proportions,” featuring everything “from Ferris wheels to funnel cakes” … along with lots of musical acts, motocross, monster trucks, a demolition derby, bull riding, pig races and livestock competitions. All events are free...
Your Hometown – Wauconda, July 25
WGN Radio shines a spotlight on the village of Wauconda for July’s Your Hometown series. Tune-in Thursday, July 25 to hear all about it. Your Hometown featuring Wauconda is sponsored by the Illinois Lottery – doing good and supporting Illinois communities. And by McDonald’s and the Village of Wauconda.
Lake County Traffic Alert: Route 22 Closed After Diesel Spill
Lake County, IL – Route 22 is currently closed between Kelsey Road and Harbor Road in unincorporated Barrington following a traffic crash that resulted in a significant diesel spill. According to the Lake County Sheriff’s Office, the incident occurred early Friday morning. A large amount of diesel fuel was...
Our Place, July 17, 2024
Lake Geneva is now without a city administrator. In need of help finding one soon, a city administer recruitment proposal with GovHR/MGT was discussed and voted on at the city council meeting, and with a unanimous vote GovHR/MGT will be providing the services related to an interim city administrator and with the selection of a permanent city administrator.
Living Here, July 17, 2024
LIVING HERE – Lisa Otto, feature reporter. Lake Geneva City Council votes to charge a non-profit organization that applied for a complimentary one-time use of the Riviera Ballroom. Allen Dennis, with MYAC on behalf of Midwest Young Artists, filed the request for an event, as he has done in...
Walworth County Department Of Health And Human Services
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Front Page, July 17, 2024
The City of Milwaukee will be busy during the Republican National Convention, and some other Wisconsin destinations are expecting new crowds in their towns as well. About an hour south of the main convention, Lake Geneva will be a secondary hub for the RNC, with some delegates taking advantage of our popular summer destination.
Local girls honored in Gold Award Class of 2024 by Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois
The Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois (GSNI) announced its 2024 class of Gold Award Girl Scouts, according to a press release. The Gold Award is the highest achievement that can be earned in Girl Scouts. The 2024 class of Gold Award Girl Scouts features eight recipients: Sachi Arora of Lake...
Little Gems, July 17, 2024
Lake Geneva’s new Harbor Master Erick Nicia gave his report and introduction at last week’s Piers, Harbors, and Lakefront meeting. Nicia took over the harbor master duties last month as the previous harbor master Steve Russell ended his position on June 17th. Erick graduated from Badger High School in 2013 and lives in Waukesha. He is currently a graduate student of environmental public health at UW Milwaukee. Nicia is a medical sergeant in the Wisconsin Army National Guard. Erick looks forward to meeting and serving the residents of Lake Geneva and creating a safe and inviting lakefront environment.
Mundelein (Illinois) district plans $199.5 million overhaul of high school
The Mundelein (Illinois) High School District again will seek voter approval to pay for improvements at the 63-year-old facility, but at a reduced amount. The Daily Herald reports that voters will be asked in November to approve a $149.5 million bond oproposal. The money would be used at Mundelein High School to replace aging infrastructure, upgrade instructional spaces, make safety and security improvements, and address overcrowding.
NORAD F-35 intercepts three planes in restricted airspace during RNC
EAST TROY, Wis. — NORAD F-35 fighter jets intercepted three planes in two days that flew into the restricted airspace near Milwaukee during the Republican National Convention. "Milwaukee approach, you are about to enter a TFR [temporary flight restriction]," Milwaukee Air Traffic Control can be heard speaking to pilots...
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