Kevin Newberry

Joliet West High School recognized 69 of its students as Illinois State Scholars at its Board of Education meeting on Feb. 18.

Joliet Central High School recognized 22 of its students as Illinois State Scholars at its Board of Education meeting on Feb. 18.

Two Plainfield School District middle school Special Olympic basketball teams will compete in the state championship games this weekend.

The SEASPAR-Kiwanis Aktion Club will hold spaghetti dinner fundraiser on March 3

The Lombard Garden Club is accepting applications for its 2025 college scholarships.

Vocalist Maureen Christine and woodwind artist Michael Bazan will perform “Music from the 1980s and More” at McHenry County College Feb. 16.

Patrick Gorniak has been an employee of the city of McHenry for 40 years. This year, he received the local chamber's highest honor.

Joliet Public Schools District 86 has announced its Students of the Month for January.

The American Red Cross is holding a blood drive from 1 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 12 at the University of St. Francis’ St. Clare campus in Joliet.

Crystal Lake and Algonquin police among local departments that will be conducting special patrols throughout Super Bowl weekend.

West Suburban Community Pantry will present its annual fundraiser, the Chefs’ Culinary Celebration, on Feb. 23

The Crystal Lake Food Pantry has announced the appointment of Jason Weisenberger as its executive director.

Downers Grove Grade School District 58 is seeking applicants to fill a vacancy on its board of education following the resignation of Gregory Harris

Offering strategies for overcoming challenges is the subject of the next GPS Parent Series in Spanish

Registration for activities featured in the for the Glen Ellyn Park District’s 2025 Spring Playbook and Summer Camp Guide begin Feb. 1 for residents and Feb. 8 for non-residents.