Lake County News Sun

Iconic Miller’s Dog n Suds giving memories since 1967

Thu, 23 May 2013 14:30:01 -0500

If the nostalgia of car hops and car-side service floats your boat, head on over to the iconic Miller’s Dog n Suds Drive-In at the corner of Rollins Road and Washington Street near the Chain O’ Lakes.

Marriage Licenses

Sat, 25 May 2013 02:13:05 -0500

The following have applied for and been issued marriage licenses by the Lake County clerk’s office:

Divorces

Sat, 25 May 2013 02:18:26 -0500

The following couples were recently granted divorces in Lake County Circuit Court:

God Bless America

Sat, 25 May 2013 02:13:17 -0500

A “God Bless America Day” assembly was held in the Boehm Center at St. Patrick’s School in Wadsworth Thursday, May 23.

5 Things to Do for Memorial Day

Sat, 25 May 2013 02:19:08 -0500

A Memorial Day Parade will be held at 10 a.m. at Grand Avenue and Genesee Street in downtown Waukegan

Wheel Barrow wants to roll into your life

Sat, 25 May 2013 02:12:56 -0500

I was found in a shed with my kittens. I got to enjoy the good life in one of Save-a-Pet’s foster homes while I was taking care of my babies.

Newly renovated Vernon Library to offer comfort, new equipment

Fri, 24 May 2013 15:10:31 -0500

LINCOLNSHIRE — When the Vernon Area Public Library closed its doors at 5 p.m. Tuesday, May 21 it was the last time patrons got to see a dinosaur, according to Catherine Savage, communications director for the Library District.

Missing plaque honoring soldier killed in action reappears

Fri, 24 May 2013 08:50:47 -0500

He was born in Washington, D.C., grew up in a military family and is buried in Arlington National Cemetery, a casualty of the Vietnam War. But U.S. Army Sgt. Richard Scott McFarland put down some roots in Lake County in the late 1960s, when his family was stationed at Fort Sheridan.

Library Notes

Fri, 24 May 2013 02:47:25 -0500

Working from the new Food Pyramid, “MY Pyramid” for preschoolers, the Lake County Farm Bureau will illustrate how to “Eat right,” “Exercise,” and “Have fun” May 26 at Waukegan Public Library.

Memorial Day services to honor fallen heroes

Sat, 25 May 2013 08:39:31 -0500

Monday is Memorial Day, which honors those who have fallen in wars defending the nation.

Memorial Day Ceremony at CLC

Thu, 23 May 2013 10:31:47 -0500

The annual College of Lake County Memorial Day ceremony will begin at noon May 24 in Grayslake.

Full-fat cheese the secret to a healthy quesadilla

Wed, 22 May 2013 02:53:16 -0500

At heart, a quesadilla is pretty much a Mexican grilled cheese. Take a tortilla, stuff it with something savory, add some cheese, fold it in half and toast it. It’s also pretty delicious.

North Chicago High students put final touch on car crash

Thu, 23 May 2013 07:46:01 -0500

A group of North Chicago High School art students were involved in a car crash on Sheridan Road last week but no injuries were reported. The students weren’t actually in an accident. They painted a mural depicting a car crash on the north and south sides of the North Chicago firm Collision Solution

School Notes

Thu, 23 May 2013 02:46:43 -0500

The Rotary Club of Waukegan recognized the city’s top graduating high school seniors week during it’s May membership meeting.

Library Notes

Thu, 23 May 2013 02:50:46 -0500

Sing along with guitarist and singer Dick Eastman as he plays all of your favorite music from bands like The Monkees, Mamas and Papas, The Eagles and more May 30 at Fox Lake District Library.

Gardener works to create ‘edible landscapes’

Thu, 23 May 2013 02:51:08 -0500

The rapid growth and popularity of the local, organic food movement is on display in North Barrington resident Carl Alguire’s backyard.