"It is my sincere hope that Mark [Kownick] will continue his work for as long as he is willing," Jack Schaffer of Cary writes in a letter to the editor.

"The idea that those people who drive electric vehicles are not paying taxes like those who drive gas cars is simply wrong.”

"Frank McClatchey is a livelong friend as we both grew up in McHenry. I know through many conversations that he would be the best choice for alderman of the 3rd Ward," Kent Thomas of McHenry writes in a letter to the editor.

"I have known Frank McClatchey since we were kids growing up in McHenry," Lolly Meyer of McHenry writes in a letter to the editor.

Although "telephobia" may be something that seems like a new phenomenon for younger generations, it's something that some of us have had to deal with for many years.

Commitments – romantic or regulatory – are hard to come by these days. Just ask the Department of Homeland Security, which is charged with overseeing our nation’s Real ID program.

It can be frustrating to see a commonsense proposal stall (for now) seemingly because it doesn’t solve a problem it wasn’t created to address.

"As a lifelong resident of Crystal Lake, Devon is a proven leader with a deep commitment to our community and a prudent vision for strengthening our schools now and into the future," Michael K. Smith of Crystal Lake writes in a letter to the editor.

Georgia, Iowa, Kentucky, Montana, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania and Utah have some form of taxes on electricity used as fuel.

"Devon’s personal and professional skills, along with her role as a parent in the district, make her an ideal candidate," Ryan P. Farrell of Lakewood writes in a letter to the editor.

"As Coral Township’s election is nearing on April 1, I want to share my experience with Cindy Rafkind, an exceptional candidate for trustee," Leonard Haluch of Huntley writes in a letter to the editor.

"Heather is committed to running the Marengo Township office in an efficient and frugal manner while providing taxpayers the most bang for their buck," Steven L. Weskerna of Tomahawk, Wisconsin, writes in a letter to the editor.

"Renee Hill, a Coral Township trustee candidate, has been a strong advocate for all township residents for the past four years," Kathleen Carr of Marengo writes in a letter to the editor.

"I admire anyone who is willing to run for public office and anyone who is willing to serve, but right now, for the future of our community and our quality of life, I urge you to support these four candidates," Sue Low Meyer of McHenry writes in a letter to the editor.

"I have been very impressed over the years by the sound fiscal management of the current board, including the incredible exterior sports complex recently completed WITHOUT raising our taxes," Mark Majercik of Johnsburg writes in a letter to the editor.