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Amanda Teschky, former Vernon Hills High School softball player will compete with her collegiate team for the NCAA D3 Softball Championship

By Lake County Gazette | May 15, 2024

Her team enters the tournament as a number three seed.

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The NCAA D3 Softball Championship Tournament is ready to begin with the collegiate team of former Newton Community High School Josie Grunloh participating

By Lake County Gazette | May 15, 2024

First game takes place on Thursday, May 16.

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The NCAA D3 Softball Championship Tournament is ready to begin with the collegiate team of former Elmwood Park High School Alyssa Craig participating

By Lake County Gazette | May 15, 2024

They open the tournament against Calvin Knights.

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Former Richmond Burton Community High School standout Rachel Baker’s collegiate team to play for NCAA D3 Softball Championship starting Thursday, May 16

By Lake County Gazette | May 15, 2024

Her team enters the tournament as a number two seed.

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Jesse Klicker, former Richmond Burton Community High School softball player will compete with her collegiate team for the NCAA D3 Softball Championship

By Lake County Gazette | May 15, 2024

First game takes place on Thursday, May 16.

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Maggie Baumstark, former Glenbrook South High School softball player will compete with her collegiate team for the NCAA D3 Softball Championship

By Lake County Gazette | May 15, 2024

They open the tournament against Greenville Panthers.

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Former Valmeyer High School standout Philip Reinhardt’s collegiate team to play for NCAA D2 Baseball Championship starting Thursday, May 16

By Lake County Gazette | May 15, 2024

First game takes place on Thursday, May 16.

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Former Adlai E. Stevenson High School standout Casey Kedzierski’s collegiate team to play for NCAA D2 Baseball Championship starting Thursday, May 16

By Lake County Gazette | May 15, 2024

They open the tournament against Maryville Saints.

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Zach Fell, former Adlai E. Stevenson High School baseball player will compete with his collegiate team for the NCAA D2 Baseball Championship

By Lake County Gazette | May 15, 2024

His team enters the tournament as a number two seed.

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Former Grayslake Central High School standout Nate Mieszkowski’s collegiate team to play for NCAA D2 Baseball Championship starting Thursday, May 16

By Lake County Gazette | May 15, 2024

His team enters the tournament as a number two seed.

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Henry Kusiak, former Grant Community High School baseball player will compete with his collegiate team for the NCAA D2 Baseball Championship

By Lake County Gazette | May 15, 2024

First game takes place on Thursday, May 16.

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Michael Moore, former Vernon Hills High School baseball player will compete with his collegiate team for the NCAA D2 Baseball Championship

By Lake County Gazette | May 15, 2024

They open the tournament against Harding Bisons.

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2021-22 School Year: Average school administrator earns 95.5% more than teachers in Winthrop Harbor School District 1

By Lake County Gazette | May 14, 2024

The average school administrator’s salary in Winthrop Harbor School District 1 was $108,782 during the 2021-22 school year, while teaching salaries averaged $55,655, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Rep. Schneider: ‘It's really about community’

By Lake County Gazette | May 14, 2024

Brad Schneider, representing the 10th District of Illinois in the U.S. House of Representatives, said community is importance of, highlighting the district's diversity and underscoring the crucial role of local businesses, schools, and public services in strengthening towns and benefiting the state and nation. Schneider was on a recent episode of the Lake Forest podcast.

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Prairie State taxes: Libertyville residents rank 62nd in total sales taxes paid for February

By Lake County Gazette | May 14, 2024

Libertyville residents paid $1.2 million in sales taxes, ranking 62nd in total sales taxes paid per municipality in February.

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Cuba Township hosts successful community service event

By Lake County Gazette | May 14, 2024

Residents of Cuba Township participated in a service event on May 14, 2024. The township distributed free compost provided by SWALCO, as well as mulch. This initiative was supported by the Barrington Countryside Fire Protection District and the Barrington Fire Department, who contributed to replenishing the Cuba Township Food Pantry.

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IDOT seeks public input on Illinois 120 road improvement plans

By Lake County Gazette | May 14, 2024

The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) is soliciting public feedback on the preliminary engineering and environmental study for improvements to Illinois 120 (Belvidere Road), between Illinois 60 and Almond Road in Lake County. The proposed enhancements aim to address safety issues and cater to current and projected travel demands.

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What happened to the median home valuation price in Lake County in April 2024 compared to April 2023?

By Lake County Gazette | May 13, 2024

In April, the median sale price of a home in Lake County rose by $30,000 from the same period in the previous year, while total sales increased by 10.4%.

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Rep. Weber engages with local leaders on Parks Day at the Capitol

By Lake County Gazette | May 13, 2024

In a recent series of events, Representative Weber was seen actively participating in the Illinois House of Representatives. The representative also took time to engage with local leaders who were visiting Springfield for Parks Day at the Capitol. This day is dedicated to highlighting the work of local Park Districts, Forest Preserves, and Conservation Districts.

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How much more does an administrator earn than teachers in Fremont School District 79 in 2021-22 school year?

By Lake County Gazette | May 13, 2024

The average school administrator’s salary in Fremont School District 79 was $110,197 during the 2021-22 school year, while teaching salaries averaged $72,650, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.