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2023: Rondout School District 72 administrators rank 61st highest in state for average salary

By Lake County Gazette | Sep 25, 2024

Administrators in Rondout School District 72 earn an average of $144,096 per year, ranking 61st highest in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Local Government Meeting today in Lake County

By Lake County Gazette | Sep 25, 2024

Lake County City Council Meeting starting at 7 pm today — here's what you need to know!

Lake Forest School District 67 administrators rank 53rd highest in state for average salary in 2023

By Lake County Gazette | Sep 24, 2024

Administrators in Lake Forest School District 67 earn an average of $146,072 per year, ranking 53rd highest in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Gurnee responsible for 25th-highest sales tax revenue in Illinois during June

By Lake County Gazette | Sep 24, 2024

Gurnee residents paid $2.3 million in sales taxes, the 25th highest total paid per municipality in June.

Carris launches new ad targeting incumbent Brad Schneider's refusal to debate

By Lake County Gazette | Sep 24, 2024

The Jim Carris campaign has launched a new radio ad aimed at voters in Illinois' 10th Congressional District, focusing on the incumbent Congressman Brad Schneider's refusal to debate. This move comes as part of an intensified voter outreach effort with just 40 days remaining before Election Day.

New policy approach needed in Springfield, critics say

By Lake County Gazette | Sep 24, 2024

The policies implemented under the “progressive” banner have driven families and businesses out of the state, left children struggling in failing schools, and fueled an alarming rise in crime.

IDOT opens applications for winter snow removal jobs

By Lake County Gazette | Sep 24, 2024

The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) is now accepting applications for seasonal positions to assist with snow and ice removal. Applications for Winter Salaried Highway Maintainers, also known as Monthly Snowbirds, must be submitted online by Monday, Sept. 30. Applicants can find the posting by typing their county of preference into the search bar on the job site.

McHenry County leaders endorse Carris for Congress

By Lake County Gazette | Sep 24, 2024

Jim Carris, the Republican nominee for Congress in Illinois’ 10th District, has received endorsements from McHenry County Board Chairman Michael Buehler and Board Members Tracie Von Bergen and Carl Kamienski. These endorsements underline Carris' commitment to addressing economic concerns and the future of families in McHenry County, which is now part of the 10th Congressional District.

Analysis: Lake Bluff Elementary School District 65 administrators rank 43rd highest in state for average salary in 2023

By Lake County Gazette | Sep 23, 2024

Administrators in Lake Bluff Elementary School District 65 earn an average of $150,401 per year, ranking 43rd highest in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

City of Lake Forest Zoning Board of Appeals met September 23

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Sep 23, 2024

City of Lake Forest Zoning Board of Appeals met 6:30 p.m. Monday, September 23.

Government event this week in Lake County: Sept. 22-28

By Lake County Gazette | Sep 23, 2024

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

Lake County honors K9 Dax after passing

By Lake County Gazette | Sep 23, 2024

On March 3, while apprehending a person who had committed several felonies and was fleeing, K9 Dax was injured, which resulted in temporary paralysis to his hindquarters. K9 Dax went through intensive physical therapy following the injury; however, his team of veterinarians determined that for his physical well-being, Dax would not be able to return to active duty.