Category: News
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It’s hot out there! Heat awareness could save your life
Heat can kill. That’s why Wisconsin Emergency Management and the National Weather Service are reminding people of the dangers associated with extreme heat and to promote safety measures on Wisconsin Heat Awareness Day which is today, June 14. In 2011, excessive heat claimed five lives and injured more than 100 people in Wisconsin during the…
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Twin Lakes voters should head to Lakewood School Tuesday
Due to the expected larger than usual turnout, Twin Lakes voters should go to Lakewood School on Tuesday, June 5, to cast votes in the Partisan Recall Election for the Offices of Governor and Lieutenant Governor. Lakewood School is located at 1218 Wilmot Avenue. Polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. …
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Record breaking heat expected Sunday and Monday
The National Weather Service has issued a hazardous weather outlook for our area: RECORD-TYING OR RECORD-BREAKING HEAT IS EXPECTED TODAY WELL INLAND FROM LAKE MICHIGAN AFTER THE PASSAGE OF A WARM FRONT. THE LAKE BREEZE WILL KEEP HIGH TEMPERATURES IN THE 80S OVER THE LAKE COUNTIES WITH THE EXCEPTION OF WESTERN RACINE AND WESTERN KENOSHA…
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No call list deadline is Thursday, May 31
Four times a year you get a chance to put your name on a list-for free-that is supposed to keep telemarketers from calling you. Deadline is Thursday, May 31. The list keeps most telemarketers from calling people who are registered. People who have not registered in more than two years will need to do it…
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Richmond/Spring Grove Chamber to host Business After Five
The Richmond/Spring Grove Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Business After Five event on Thursday, May 31, from 5 p.m. to 7p.m. at Doyle’s Pub and Eatery, located at the corner of Route 12 and 5604 Mill Street, Richmond. This is a marketing and networking event for those who find it difficult to leave work…
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McHenry County Bicycle Club celebrates 30th annual Udder Century Ride
The McHenry County Bicycle Club invites bicycle enthusiasts of all ages to join them for an udderly good time at their 30th Annual Udder Century on Sunday, June 3 (rain or shine). Start and end the ride at Donley’s Wild West Town, 8512 S. Union Road, Union, Ill. Pedal along flat to rolling…
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Historical Society selects theme for Heritage Fair
The McHenry County Historical Society presents its 27th Annual Heritage Fair on Sunday July 8, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the museum grounds at 6422 Main Street in Union. The theme this year is “Hats Off to Hometowns.” Visitors are encouraged to wear fun and unique-themed hats while visiting the fair. There is…
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Richmond American Legion Auxiliary flag sale
Members of the Richmond American Legion Auxiliary are selling all-weather nylon American flags with embroidered stars in the following sizes: 3×5 feet for $23, 4×6 feet for $32 and 5×8 feet for $43. Tax is included on all prices and all flags are made in the USA. To order or for more information, call…
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Richmond/Spring Grove Chamber to host bus to Cubs/Brewers game
Plan on joining the Richmond/Spring Grove Chamber of Commerce on Thursday, June 7 for a full day of food, adult beverages, and Cubs/Brewers baseball at Miller Park in Milwaukee. Raffles and games are planned for the trip and as always, fabulous tailgate munchies. Due to the “adult beverages,” the Chamber requests that all participants are…
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Tri-County Pro Rodeo set for July 27, 28
The Harvard Chamber of Commerce and Industry, along with the City of Harvard Events Committee, are pleased to announce that they will be holding the Second Annual Tri-County Pro Rodeo on July 27 and 28 at Milky Way Park, Harvard, Rte. 173 west of Rte. 14, 7:30 p.m. both nights. Come see cowboys, bull riders,…