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News from November 2023

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Lake Forest school board president: Spreading out payment of referendum will ‘simplify the formula for the taxpayers’

By Lake County Gazette | Nov 21, 2023

Lake Forest District 115 School Board President John Noble said choosing a longer debt payment plan for the recent referendum will “simplify the formula for the taxpayers, so that taxpayers are equally contributing over the life of 20 years to the value of that assets that's happening in the community.”

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Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science continues to mandate “COVID” mRNA injections

By Lake County Gazette | Nov 21, 2023

Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science in North Chicago, Illinois, still requires students to have “COVID” mRNA injections to attend their classes.

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Lake Forest Podcast hosts: Ald. Rummel should ‘stay out of the kitchen’ if she can’t stand the heat

By Lake County Gazette | Nov 21, 2023

Podcast host Joe Weiss said “the expression on Alderman Rummel's face, Melanie Rummel's face, the vitriol, the hatred, the redness in her face at that moment, it was as if you were like killing one of her children.”

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Illinois State Senator, Dan McConchie, Expresses Gratitude on Thanksgiving

By Lake County Gazette | Nov 21, 2023

As Thanksgiving approaches, Illinois State Senator, Dan McConchie, took the opportunity to express his gratitude and appreciation to his constituents. In a heartfelt message, Senator McConchie conveyed his thanks and reflected on the importance of coming together as a community during this holiday season."It is an honor to serve you as your Senator, and I am deeply thankful for that," Senator McConchie stated. He acknowledged the privilege he feels in representing the people of Illinois and expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to address the issues that matter most...

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Planes, Trains, & Automobiles: A Thanksgiving Classic Filmed in Illinois

By Lake County Gazette | Nov 21, 2023

Nov 21, 2023"Planes, Trains, & Automobiles" is a Thanksgiving classic that many Illinoisans enjoy watching year after year. The film, directed by John Hughes and starring Steve Martin and the late John Candy, features various locations in Illinois. While the story begins in New York and takes the characters on a wild journey, several scenes were actually shot in different parts of Illinois.One notable location in the movie is the "Edelen's Braidwood Inn," where the characters Neal Page and Del Griffith find a hotel room. Interestingly, this inn is located in Braidwood,...

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City of Lake Forest Cemetery Commission met October 25

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Nov 21, 2023

City of Lake Forest Cemetery Commission met 5 p.m. Wednesday, October 25.

City of Highland Park City Council met Oct. 23

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 21, 2023

City of Highland Park City Council met Monday, Oct. 23

Lake County Public Works and Transportation Committee met Oct. 18

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 21, 2023

Lake County Public Works and Transportation Committee met Monday, Oct. 18

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Lake Forest podcast hosts: Mayor Randy Tack ‘is doing a great job’ despite being a ‘total jerk’

By Lake County Gazette | Nov 20, 2023

Podcast host Joe Weiss said Mayor Randy Tack’s “personality is fine” and “he’s nice.”

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Lake Forest College continues to mandate “COVID” mRNA injections

By Lake County Gazette | Nov 20, 2023

Lake Forest College in Lake Forest, Illinois, continues to require “COVID” mRNA injections for students to attend their classes.

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Lake Forest podcast hosts: ‘Communities were bipartisan’ before the Democrat party took over

By Lake County Gazette | Nov 20, 2023

Podcast host Joe Weiss said “there was a time when those communities were bipartisan,” referring to the Lake Forest area.

Lake County Financial & Administrative Committee met Oct. 19

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 20, 2023

Lake County Financial & Administrative Committee met Thursday, Oct. 19

Village of Antioch Police Pension Board met Oct. 17

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 20, 2023

Village of Antioch Police Pension Board met Tuesday, Oct. 17

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Highland Park reminds community of location to display public opinion

By Lake County Gazette | Nov 19, 2023

Community members can put up a display in a specific location set aside for the expression of public opinion in Highland Park after obtaining a permit. The policy was established in 2005 to ensure equal access to public spaces for all residents.

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Highland Park, Vernon Hills joined stand against hate

By Lake County Gazette | Nov 19, 2023

The City of Highland Park and the Village of Vernon Hills joined 33 other cities and villages across the region to stand United Against Hate, sharing a joint statement with a core shared value: unequivocal condemnation of all acts of hate. This movement follows the recent rise in hateful rhetoric and behavior globally.

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CPKC Holiday Train coming to Viking Park in Village of Gurnee

By Lake County Gazette | Nov 19, 2023

The Canadian Pacific Kansas City Holiday Train will visit Viking Park at 4374 Old Grand Ave. in the Village of Gurnee. This festive event is scheduled to occur on Sunday, Dec. 3.

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Village of Mundelein celebrates mural at Lions Skate Park

By Lake County Gazette | Nov 19, 2023

The Village of Mundelein, in a ceremony steeped in community spirit, unveiled a new mural at the Lions Skate Park, crafted by renowned local artist Amanda E. Gross. This latest addition to the village's public art collection is much more than mere decoration; it is a vibrant tapestry that tells stories of Mundelein's rich heritage.

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Prairie State sales taxes: Vernon Hills residents paid 42nd-largest sum in August

By Lake County Gazette | Nov 19, 2023

Vernon Hills residents paid $1.7 million in sales taxes, the 42nd highest total paid per municipality in August.

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On Saturday, November 18, former Westlake Christian Academy standout Helen Snetsinger’s college team won in an NJCAA game

By Lake County Gazette | Nov 19, 2023

The game took place in Grayslake, Illinois.

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Hawaii Baptist Academy standout Careah Baitlon’s college team lost in NCAA D3 game on Saturday, November 18

By Lake County Gazette | Nov 19, 2023

The Lake Forest Foresters lost 52-68 in their NCAA D3 game against the Marian Sabres on Saturday, November 18.