Grandwood Park Lifestyle
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Casey farm property near Libertyville to become a collaboration hub for agriculture, food industries
Apr 21, 2022 1:53 PM - A portion of the Civil War-era Casey family farm north of Libertyville will become part of the region's first campus for agricultural innovation and education. -
Earth Day 2022: Celebrate with cleanups, tree planting, hikes, crafts and more
Apr 19, 2022 3:16 PM - It's time to show a little love to Mother Nature. Earth Day is Friday, April 22, and Arbor Day follows on April 29. Here are some local events to mark the occasion. -
Benedictine University to host Sikh harvest festival to help raise awareness about culture
Apr 11, 2022 5:00 AM - The rise in hate crimes against the Sikh community prompted Manmohan Kaur of Naperville, a professor of mathematics at Benedictine University in Lisle, to apply for a grant from Interfaith America to promote healing.
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Rep. Schneider accepting submissions for congressional art contest
Apr 7, 2022 6:00 AM - Members of Congress across Illinois and the nation are holding annual art competitions this spring -- and U.S. Rep. Brad Schneider of Highland Park is no exception. -
Annual 5K/10K Run & Walk helps Northern Illinois Food Bank feed families
Apr 3, 2022 8:54 AM - No one should have to go hungry. But that is the reality for many households during these tough economic times. Even in the suburbs. The Northern Illinois Food Bank, with distribution centers in Geneva, Park City, Rockford and Joliet, works to make sure everyone has enough food to put on the table. -
Good News Sunday: Elgin Area Men's Shed helps retirees connect, give back to the community
Mar 27, 2022 7:20 AM - The Elgin Area Men's Shed is a place where older men -- and women -- can get together and socialize while also doing projects that benefit the community. -
Sheriff's dog aids in arrest of rape suspect in Grayslake
Mar 25, 2022 7:20 PM - A Lake County sheriff's dog assisted in the peaceful arrest of a rape suspect Friday in Grayslake, sheriff's police said. -
How Lake County forest preserves supported visitors during the pandemic
Mar 25, 2022 6:00 AM - Just over two years into the COVID-19 pandemic, the forest preserves feel more important than ever. While so much was closed, the preserves and trails remained open -- every day from 6:30 a.m. to sunset -- providing refuge, peace and solace.
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'I felt like I had to do something': Volunteers in Grant Township pack donations destined for Ukraine
Mar 19, 2022 8:55 PM - Volunteers accepted donations of medical supplies, food, new clothing and other essentials destined for Ukraine during a drop-off event at the Grant Township office in Ingleside Saturday. -
Sheriff's police, dog rescue woman who got stuck in freezing water near Antioch
Mar 17, 2022 6:11 PM - Lake County sheriff's deputies and a police dog rescued a woman stuck in frigid water and suffering symptoms of hypothermia Thursday morning near Antioch, potentially saving her life.
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