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Test expectations: How many Lake Forest School District 67 students failed to meet ELA IAR expectations in 2023-24 school year?

By Lake County Gazette | Jul 1, 2025

In the 2023-24 school year, 32% of Lake Forest School District 67 students failed the ELA portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

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School event this July in Lake County

By Lake County Gazette | Jul 1, 2025

The following event is scheduled to take place in Lake County this month.

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ZESD 6 teachers participate in statewide computer science conference

By Lake County Gazette | Jul 1, 2025

Last week, teachers from ZCMS, SPMS, West, and Elmwood represented ZESD 6 at the Computer Science Professional Development Conference in Springfield.

LilyRose Cockrum awarded inaugural Alma Irene Aitch Scholarship

By Lake County Gazette | Jul 1, 2025

Granite City High School's 2025 graduate LilyRose Cockrum has been named a recipient of the inaugural Alma Irene Aitch Scholarship for Madison County Illinois High School Seniors.

Village issues reminders ahead of Fourth of July parade

By Lake County Gazette | Jul 1, 2025

The village has issued important reminders for the upcoming July 4th parade, emphasizing parking regulations and road closures to ensure a smooth event.

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Highland Park revives "Sweet Ticket" program rewarding kids' positive behavior

By Lake County Gazette | Jul 1, 2025

Children in Highland Park have the opportunity to earn a free dessert this summer through positive actions and safe choices.

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Vernon Hills announces Fourth of July celebration schedule

By Lake County Gazette | Jul 1, 2025

The Village of Vernon Hills will celebrate the Independence Day holiday on Friday, July 4, with a series of events: - 8:30 a.m. – Deerpath/Parade Route closes - 9 a.m. – Parade steps off from Countryside Fire - 7 p.m. – DJ Dance Party at Century...

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New restaurant opens at Sunset Valley Golf Club in Highland Park

By Lake County Gazette | Jul 1, 2025

Highland Park golfers and food enthusiasts have reason to celebrate with the opening of a new restaurant at Sunset Valley Golf Club.

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Highland Park celebrates Parks & Recreation Month with focus on community connection

By Lake County Gazette | Jul 1, 2025

July is Park and Recreation Month, and this year’s theme, “Build Together, Play Together,“ focuses on celebrating how parks create inclusive spaces.

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New bill reflects updated water and sewer rates effective May 1

By Lake County Gazette | Jul 1, 2025

Water and sewer bills reflecting the May 1 rate adjustment will be arriving soon.

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Rep. McLaughlin: 'We need lower taxes & competitive costs for businesses in Illinois'

By Lake County Gazette | Jun 30, 2025

Martin McLaughlin, House Representative of Illinois, has emphasized the need for lower taxes and improved cost competitiveness for businesses in the state.

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Aptakisic-Tripp Community Consolidated School District 102: How many students failed ELA test in 2023-24 school year?

By Lake County Gazette | Jun 30, 2025

In the 2023-24 school year, 33.8% of Aptakisic-Tripp Community Consolidated School District 102 students failed the ELA portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

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2024: Grayslake Consolidated Community School District 46 administrators rank 240th highest in state for average salary

By Lake County Gazette | Jun 30, 2025

Administrators in Grayslake Consolidated Community School District 46 earn an average of $122,686 per year, ranking 240th highest in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

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7 H-1B petitions approved for employers classified under Construction industry across Lake County Gazette publication area during 2024

By Lake County Gazette | Jun 30, 2025

In 2024, 87.5% of H-1B petitions filed by Construction employers across Lake County Gazette publication area were approved, according to data from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Prairie State sales taxes: Vernon Hills residents paid 40th-largest sum per municipality in 2024

By Lake County Gazette | Jun 30, 2025

Vernon Hills residents paid just over $22.1 million in sales taxes, the 40th highest total paid per municipality in 2024.

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Road closures on Slocum Lake Road begin July 2 for infrastructure project

By Lake County Gazette | Jun 30, 2025

Starting Wednesday, July 2, there will be daily road closures on Slocum Lake Road from Brown Street to Osage Street.

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CUSD10 announces online student registration opening for July

By Lake County Gazette | Jun 30, 2025

The annual CUSD10 Online Student Registration window for the 2025-2026 school year will open at 6:00 PM on July 7, 2025.

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Cheapest diesel in cities across Lake County in week ending June 21

By Lake County Gazette | Jun 29, 2025

The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Lake County was found at two gas stations in the week ending June 21, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Wauconda Community Unit School District 118 administrators rank 232nd highest in state for average salary in 2024

By Lake County Gazette | Jun 29, 2025

Administrators in Wauconda Community Unit School District 118 earn an average of $123,533 per year, ranking 232nd highest in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

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Prairie State sales taxes: Waukegan residents paid 24th-largest sum per municipality in 2024

By Lake County Gazette | Jun 29, 2025

Waukegan residents paid just over $27.9 million in sales taxes, the 24th highest total paid per municipality in 2024.