May, 2025 Stories | Lake County Gazette

Highland Park embraces dandelions as part of environmental strategy

By Lake County Gazette | May 1, 2025

Spring often brings dandelions to the forefront in parks, prompting some to wonder about the Park District's approach to managing these yellow flowers.

District 181 celebrates staff appreciation week

By Lake County Gazette | May 1, 2025

As the school year progresses, District 181 takes a moment to recognize its staff during Staff Appreciation Week.

Diamond Edge Newsletter announces Day of the Child celebration

By Lake County Gazette | May 1, 2025

The April edition of the Diamond Edge Newsletter has been released, highlighting several key updates and events.

City of Lake Forest Zoning Board of Appeals met April 28

By Corazon L. Gonzales | May 1, 2025

City of Lake Forest Zoning Board of Appeals met 6:30 p.m. Monday, April 28

Coal City Theatre Department earns IHSMTA nominations for "Sweeney Todd

By Lake County Gazette | May 1, 2025

Coal City Theatre Department's production of "Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street" has earned two nominations for the Illinois High School Musical Theatre Awards (IHSMTA)--Best Production and Best Performer in an Actor Role.

School announces key dates for seniors and upcoming events

By Lake County Gazette | May 1, 2025

On April 29, 2025, several announcements were made addressing various school activities and events.

St. Elmo Elementary announces Family Movie Night sponsored by Student Council and PTO

By Lake County Gazette | May 1, 2025

St. Elmo Elementary School's Student Council and the Parent-Teacher Organization (PTO) are sponsoring a Family Movie Night.

Community input sought in search for new Sprague School principal

By Lake County Gazette | May 1, 2025

The search for the next principal of Laura B. Sprague School for the 2025-2026 school year has commenced.

Mundelein announces business license renewal steps

By Lake County Gazette | May 1, 2025

Business Registration Renewal Date: Apr 29, 2025 Mundelein Business Renewals Business Owners: Please check your business email for instructions and links to complete the steps for your business license renewal!

Hydrant flushing suspended until summer after water tower project

By Lake County Gazette | May 1, 2025

Hydrant flushing in the Village has been temporarily suspended, according to an update on April 29, 2025.

Grayslake D127 students prepare for Spring Plant Sale & Festival

By Lake County Gazette | May 1, 2025

Students in Jeff Miller’s Engineering a Sustainable Future class at Grayslake D127 are preparing for the annual Spring Plant Sale and Farm Festival, bringing classroom learning to life at Prairie Crossing Farm.

Leadership change announced for Oak Crest and Kenneth Murphy Elementary Schools

By Lake County Gazette | May 1, 2025

Dr. Denise Wilcox announced a leadership change at Kenneth Murphy and Oak Crest Elementary Schools on Apr 28, 2025.

GCSD9 to celebrate Arbor Day with tree planting event

By Lake County Gazette | May 1, 2025

Granite City Community Unit School District #9 (GCSD9) is collaborating with The celebration and tree planting at Maryville 1-2 Education Center begins at "We are excited to partner with GCSD9 to celebrate Arbor Day by planting Nine trees will be...

Lake Forest College's Nu Rho Psi chapter hosts event on brain-social media link

By Lake County Gazette | May 1, 2025

On March 20, 2025, the Lake Forest College chapter of Nu Rho Psi hosted "Demure Perspectives on Social Media," an interactive educational event examining the relationship between the brain and social media.

Lake County announces completion of US 41 and Stearns School Road intersection project

By Lake County Gazette | May 1, 2025

Lake County has announced the completion of the US 41 at Stearns School Road intersection project, marking the occasion with a gathering of local officials in north-central Lake County.

Lake County hosts free STI education events

By Lake County Gazette | May 1, 2025

Lake County has announced that the Health Department and Community Health Center, in collaboration with partners, will hold free community events to raise awareness and provide education about sexually transmitted infections (STIs).