Lake County Gazette

As Principal Appreciation Month is observed, Hinsdale Community Consolidated School District 181 is highlighting the work of its building leaders, including Principals, Assistant Principals, and Pupil Service Administrators (PSAs).

Caseyville Road near high school closed for vocational center construction

Caseyville Road near Collinsville High School will be closed to through traffic from Monday, October 27 through Friday, October 31.

East Elementary uses PBIS program to teach positive behavior with music and movies

By D. G. Delgado | Oct 21, 2025

East Elementary School held an event on Wednesday’s early release day to teach students about positive behavior through the PBIS program.

Libertyville seeks community input for Sunrise Rotary Park playground update

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission in Libertyville is seeking public input on the design for an updated playground at Sunrise Rotary Park.

Zoning Board of Appeals to livestream October 16, 2025 meeting

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold its meeting on October 16, 2025, at City Hall located at 1707 St. Johns Ave.

Warren-Newport Public Library promotes financial literacy resources for Financial Planning Month

October is National Financial Planning Month, and the Warren-Newport Public Library (WNPL) is highlighting the financial resources available to its cardholders.

Warren-Newport Public Library warns of new book delays after Baker & Taylor closure

On October 6, Baker & Taylor, a major supplier of books to schools, bookstores, and libraries across the United States, including Warren-Newport Public Library, announced it will cease operations.

Bestselling author Ethan Kross speaks at D181 Foundation community event

District 181 hosted a Community Speaker Series event featuring bestselling author Ethan Kross on October 8 at Hinsdale Middle School.

GLMV Chamber launches coat drive to benefit area veterans

The GLMV Chamber of Commerce has launched its annual Winter Coat Drive for Vets, with collection bins available throughout the region until November 20.

Lake Bluff Library reports further delays after closure of major book distributor

The Lake Bluff Public Library has announced that it is experiencing further delays in receiving and processing new books and materials following the decision by Baker & Taylor, one of its main distributors, to cease operations.

Antioch Community High School names Zolan Schieler October Student of the Month

Zolan Schieler has been named the October Student of the Month at Antioch Community High School (ACHS).

Collinsville school district to host mobile food market with St. Louis Area Foodbank

By E. K. Fitzgerald | Oct 21, 2025

Collinsville Community Unit School District 10 (CUSD 10) will partner with the St. Louis Area Foodbank to host a Mobile Food Market on Friday, October 17, 2025.

Vernon Hills sets trick-or-treat hours and issues Halloween safety reminders

The Village of Vernon Hills has announced the recommended hours for trick-or-treating this year.

Village reschedules natural resources meeting, adds special session for services committee

The Natural Resources Committee meeting originally set for October 21 has been moved to November 4.

Lake Forest College hosts Homecoming and Reunion Weekend with over 1,100 attendees

The annual Homecoming and Reunion Weekend at Lake Forest College took place on October 10 and 11, 2025, bringing together more than 1,100 participants for a series of events on campus.

United Township High School announces Pre-ACT day and student activity updates