It made sense for the couple to open a new shop as Kathy describes herself as an adventurous cook, recreating favorite restaurant dishes and always opening the house for celebrations and family dinners. Additionally, Tom stated that he is so committed to his grill that his snow shoveling routine includes a cleaning path to it.

The blaze left many of the encampment’s residents without shelter or personal belongings. While the exact cause of the fire is still under investigation, it has spurred an extraordinary response from the local community.

The flooding arrived with little warning on the afternoon of Dec. 5, as frigid temperatures caused a water sprinkler system pipe to freeze and burst causing extensive damage to parts of the facility.

Fortunately, staff stated that there were no animals present in the room where the flooding occurred. While the many animals currently at the shelter are safe and dry, AHS faces a long road ahead as repairs to the damaged areas are looking to cost around 40-$50,000.

According to village staff, Ordinance (O)2023-06.28 provided the final PUD (Planned Unit Development) approval and a special use permit for the drive-through food service establishment. However, circumstances have changed as the lot’s owner, Amit Patel, is no longer moving forward with The Human Bean in that tenant space.

Mosser alleges that on Dec. 7, at around 1 a.m., Elgin Police officers responded to French’s residence for a reported stabbing. Upon arrival at the scene, officers located the deceased body of DreAnna D.

Barr added that HHS was also recognized with the 2024 AP Access Award, which reflects a school’s commitment to encouraging low-income and underrepresented minority students to take AP courses.

According to Freese’s campaign website, she comes from a family of first responders and law enforcement, with her father having served as both a firefighter and a police officer.

According to Barr, the EKG course is a non-credit certification program offered during the school day at the high school and at no charge to students.

The decision, made at the Nov. 21 Village Board meeting, comes amid growing concerns over rider, motorist, and pedestrian safety and improper use of these increasingly popular modes of transportation.

According to the IAFF, this year, Local 4790 decided to get creative by blending two important causes—Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Hispanic Heritage Month—into one powerful design. The T-shirts feature “La Catrina,” also known as La Calavera Catrina, one of the most recognizable symbols of the Dia de los Muertos holiday.

On Nov. 18, students from the Dundee Crown High School (DCHS) theatre program received the news that Illinois Theatre Association representatives witnessed their most recent production of the murder mystery comedy Deadline and wanted the cast of the school’s play to perform the show at the university’s Theatre Festival in January.

On Nov. 5, assistant state’s attorneys (ASAs) visited each polling place in the county to ensure compliance with the Illinois Election Code and to advise election judges of their availability to provide legal assistance as necessary, stated Mosser.

Of the nine complaints, almost half were related to electioneering activity, with the remainder comprising of a range of other concerns.

After having heard all three options, Board members agreed that Option Two would be the best option for the village considering it would absorb 66% or $125,300 of the new construction in Huntley.

While Option Two would represent a $188,817 or a 3.6% increase from 2023, it would still meet the village’s policy of keeping the tax rate low while meeting the village’s policy of funding the Police Pension.

In a recent statement made by the park district, it was revealed that many residents who reside within its boundaries answered “yes” to the bond referendum request to raise revenue to improve, equip, and maintain parks and facilities including the renovation and addition of new amenities and playgrounds at several district parks.

According to village staff, the 2024 estimated Rate Setting Equalized Assessed Valuation (EAV) increased by 14.7% from last year. The growth in EAV is attributable to the appreciation of existing properties and new construction. The EAV of new construction totals 2% of the total EAV and could provide $125,300 in additional financial resources using the current tax rate.

Authorities state that the driver of a Freightliner semi was headed eastbound on Miller Road approaching Route 31, while the driver of the second semi—a Mack truck—was driving southbound on Route 31.

The event will feature remarks from JBSS board members and staff, local village officials, and members of the Huntley Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, and Chamber Ambassadors. The ribbon cutting will mark the official opening of the facility, highlighting JBSS’s continued growth.

Participants can choose from two ticket options—$30 for the alcohol option and $22 for the non-alcohol option—which include: seven unique breakfast items from local restaurants (pancake, donut, breakfast sandwich, bacon, homemade muffin, fruit, and granola bar).

“We are excited to be in another project with our longtime client, Rush Truck Centers,” said President of Geis Development Conrad Geis. “We strive to bring the best quality product to our clients and remain a trusted partner with each company.”

Despite the loss of their home, things would soon take a positive turn for the family on Oct. 18, when Mac was found hiding inside a wall of their house.

Lieutenant Kenneth “Ken” Larsen, a 21.5-year veteran of the Huntley Fire Protection District, passed away on Oct. 9 at the age of 54, after an arduous battle against occupational cancer.

“Firefighter cancer is a real thing we have been dealing with for years.