Category: News
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Burn ban until further notice, includes sparklers
Save the sparklers and fire works for another week, they are not allowed in Twin Lakes until further notice. No bon fires, or open fires of any kind including burning trash is not allowed. Cooking fires in a grill is allowed. Residents are urged to be extremely vigilant at this time. THE DNR has rated…
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Fishing 101 scheduled for July 6 in Silver Lake
Dennis Rodefer, a member of the Citizens for Growth in Silver Lake, will be hosting a learn to fish workshop and fishing expedition on Friday, July 6 and Saturday, July 7. On Friday, Rodfer will be teaching Fishing 101 at the village hall from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. All children ages 5 to 15…
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After Dark in the Park is June 29
Head to Old Settler’s Park, 24100 75th St. Paddock Lake on Friday, June 29, to see “The Muppets” beginning at dusk. Event admission is $5 per person and includes one complimentary soda and box of popcorn. Children 6 and under are free. Tickets will be available at the event. Be sure to bring lawn chairs,…
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SLFD to host Fireman’s Festival July 6 and 7
This year’s Silver Lake Fireman’s Festival, set for July 6 and 7, will feature Bella Cain, the 2012 (WAMI) Wisconsin Area Music Industry Country Group of the Year. Bella Cain will perform Friday, July 6, at 9 p.m. The annual Fireman’s Festival will be held at Schmalfeldt Park in Silver Lake. The two-day event offers…
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Gear up for Paddock Lake’s July 4 bike parade
Did you know the first Village of Paddock Lake Fourth of July bike parade was held on July 3, 1994? A lot has changed since then. While this year’s parade will be held on Wednesday, July 4, this year no motorized floats will be allowed. This year’s theme is, Go Green! No floats allowed,…
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Get your fest on! Libertyfest opens tonight
By Annette Newcomb ~ Editor It all starts tonight. Libertyfest grounds at Lance Park in Twin Lakes opens at 5 p.m. Tonight will be a teaser of things to come Saturday, says organizers. Movie in the Park begins at dusk with “Puss in Boots.” This free event is held every other Friday in the amphitheater. Dress…
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Centegra opens cooling sations
The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory for noon to 8 p.m. today for McHenry County and in response; Centegra Health System is opening cooling stations throughout the area. Temperatures are expected to reach 100 to 105 degrees and the heat index may reach between 105 and 110 degrees. Centegra encourages residents to…
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Burning ban issued for all Kenosha County Parks
A burning ban is in effect at all Kenosha County Parks and will remain in place until further notice, Kenosha County Parks Operations General Manager Jonathan Rudie said Thursday. The burning ban reflects a recommendation by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, which has placed Southeastern Wisconsin under a “Very High” fire condition warning. The…
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Johnsburg announces cooling area locations
A Heat Advisory is in effect for our area. Temperatures today are expected to rise above 100 degrees and moderate humidity levels will keep peak heat index readings in the 105-110 degree range. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. Drink plenty of fluids and stay in an air conditioned room if…
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Burn bans continue; no fireworks in Lake County
Unusually dry weather across northeastern Illinois has led to increased risk for wildfires, and has resulted in several significant brush and grass fires in Lake County over the past week. Therefore, the Lake County Fire Chiefs Association and the Lake County Emergency Management Agency are warning residents to celebrate safely over the Fourth of July…