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Lake County Gazette

Tuesday, September 9, 2025

News from August 2025

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1 gas station in cities throughout Lake County had the cheapest E85 gas in week ending Aug. 23

By S. A. Matos | Aug 31, 2025

The only price of E85 gas in cities throughout Lake County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 23, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Lake County (Lake Forest - Lake Bluff- Knollwood) Events Lake County 09.15-09.28

By Lake County Gazette | Aug 31, 2025

Lake County (Lake Forest - Lake Bluff- Knollwood) Events Lake County 09.15-09.28

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Fiscal Year 2024 Debt Report: Zion Elementary School District 6’s outstanding debt hit $3.1 million

By M. W. Laws | Aug 31, 2025

Zion Elementary School District 6's outstanding school debt reached $3.1 million as of fiscal year 2024, according to the Illinois State Board of Education, or about $148,289 per student.

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Inside Glenkirk—an Illinois DOGE Profile

By N. K. Snyder | Aug 31, 2025

Glenkirk, a tax-exempt nonprofit that receives significant public funding to perform services also offered by the state, was approved to receive three grants totaling $1,600,000 in FY2024 for infrastructure improvements, according to passed legislation data extracted from the Illinois General Assembly’s FY2024 budget (Public Act 102-6 0698, Public Act 103-0006).

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Fab Lab class gives Coal City students hands-on experience with community projects

By Lake County Gazette | Aug 31, 2025

Students in Mr. Micetich’s Woods 3 “Fab Lab” class at Coal City Community Unit School District 1 are engaging in practical projects that serve both their school and the broader community.

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Coal City schools welcome youngest students as new academic year begins

By Lake County Gazette | Aug 31, 2025

Coal City Community Unit School District 1 has welcomed its youngest students back to school for the new academic year.

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Coal City schools offer athletic passes for upcoming academic year

By Lake County Gazette | Aug 31, 2025

Coaler fans will have the opportunity to purchase athletic passes for the 2025-2026 school year.

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Safe2Help Illinois provides confidential reporting for Collinsville schools

By Lake County Gazette | Aug 31, 2025

Safe2Help Illinois is a statewide program designed to provide students, teachers, staff, and parents with a confidential way to report school safety concerns.

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Round Lake schools announce Labor Day closure for all offices and buildings

By Lake County Gazette | Aug 31, 2025

All district offices and buildings of Round Lake Community Unit School District 116 will be closed on Monday, September 1, in observance of Labor Day.

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Grayslake Central teacher receives state grant for new PE equipment

By Lake County Gazette | Aug 31, 2025

This fall, John David, Life Fitness Department Chair at Grayslake Central High School, will be recognized by the Northeastern District of the Illinois Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance (NED IAHPERD) after securing a...

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Lake Forest High School adopts visible student ID policy for enhanced safety

By Lake County Gazette | Aug 31, 2025

Lake Forest High School will introduce a new policy this fall requiring all students and staff to wear visible, school-issued IDs and lanyards during the school day and on school-provided transportation.

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Granite City schools announce early dismissal for August 27

By Lake County Gazette | Aug 31, 2025

Granite City Community Unit School District 9 has announced that all district buildings will dismiss students one hour early on Wednesday, August 27, following the regular Wednesday schedule.

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Lake Forest College upgrades security with new cameras and card readers across campus

By Lake County Gazette | Aug 31, 2025

Information Technology Services at Lake Forest College, in partnership with Public Safety and Facilities Management, has completed a comprehensive upgrade of the campus security system ahead of the upcoming academic year.

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Diamond Lake School District releases welcome back newsletter for new school year

By Lake County Gazette | Aug 31, 2025

The Diamond Lake School District 76 has released its "Welcome Back to School Diamond Edge Edition Newsletter" for the 2025-26 academic year.

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United Township High School District announces events and club meetings for late August

By Lake County Gazette | Aug 31, 2025

The United Township High School District 30 released its daily announcements for August 26, 2025, outlining several events and opportunities for students.

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Illini Bluffs CUSD 327 launches unified monthly newsletter for all district schools

By Lake County Gazette | Aug 31, 2025

Illini Bluffs Community Unit School District 327 has introduced a new format for its monthly newsletter, combining updates from Illini Bluffs Elementary School, Middle School, and High School into a single publication.

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East Elementary second graders start school year with enthusiasm

By Lake County Gazette | Aug 31, 2025

East Elementary second graders in Mr. Cabrero’s class began Back-to-School week with enthusiasm, highlighting the atmosphere of community and confidence promoted in Zion Elementary School District 6 classrooms.

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PreK students begin first day at Zion Elementary schools for new academic year

By Lake County Gazette | Aug 31, 2025

The 2025–2026 school year began for PreK students in Zion Elementary School District 6, with young learners starting their first day filled with curiosity and excitement.

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LFHS Boosters offer paid student concessions manager roles for campus events

By Lake County Gazette | Aug 31, 2025

The LFHS Boosters are seeking students to fill the role of Student Concessions Managers at both East and West Campus.

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Lake Barrington announces free community event Barn Stomp & Brews for October

By Lake County Gazette | Aug 31, 2025

The Village of Lake Barrington has announced that the annual Barn Stomp & Brews event will take place on Saturday, October 4, 2025, from 4 to 8 p.m. at Freier Farm, located at 23585 N Kelsey Road in Lake Barrington.