“This will be the last Huntley Memorial Day parade,” Post 673 Commander-elect Mike Stojak told the crowd gathered at the Huntley Gazebo. “I am here again to bring realization to the meaning of Memorial Day. It is not a day of celebration, rather a day to remember those who have given their lives in defense of the freedoms of this great country.”

According to a Huntley Area Chamber of Commerce press release, there were many public officials and residents who attended the event, including representatives from the Huntley Village Board of Trustees, the Huntley Park District Board and park staff.

Coach's Park is a tribute to the many dedicated coaches who have generously dedicated their time and experience in the community.

Despite giving ribbon-cutting ceremony attendees a sneak peek of its facility, Huntley’s newest restaurant, located at 12860 Route 47, did not officially open for business until May 22.

According to a press release, franchise owners Madison Burroughs and Mark Michalak stated that they would hold a grand opening and fundraiser from May 22 to May 26 to support Huntley area schools.

The replica, named “The Wall That Heals,” began its procession journey at the Harley-Davidson dealership located at 2235 S Eastwood Drive in Woodstock. According to a press release from the Huntley Police Department, the escort traveled south on Route 47 before turning east onto Algonquin Road.

The ISAWWA Water Ambassador Program was created to increase public perception, knowledge, and consumer education of the water industry, according to village staff. Participating water agencies accomplish the program goals each year by communicating educational articles and graphics to their customers through their websites, social media channels, and publications.

On June 3, families and community members will have the opportunity to enter the library’s “Read, Renew, Repeat” Summer Reading Challenge, where children, teens, and adults can participate for a chance to win prizes.

Surjan will serve as the new principal for Conley Elementary School, replacing current principal Anna Hoyou, who will be taking on a new role in the learning and innovation department as a director of curriculum and instruction at the D158 office.

The youngest of them played had a scrimmage while waiting for the junior varsity and varsity battles with Cary-Grove to reach halftime. Then the signal came for the approximately 20 players to take the field.

“We have seen a lot of good growth in recent years,” Dan Pupich, president of Huntley Youth Lacrosse League, said. “We used to not have enough girls for separate teams, but we combined with Crystal Lake and Hampshire.”

Huntley High School social studies teacher and traveling program group leader Anne Sharkey said, "This is one of our favorite days at HHS. Our program begins at HHS with a big group meeting at about 9 a.m., and then the students tour the building and shadow classes for the rest of the day."

The grand opening ceremony drew crowds of eager shoppers, local officials, and sustainability advocates, all eager to witness the fruition of 11 years of planning and hard work.

The restoration project is led by Desert Rat’s owner, Mike Kellner, who first found the plane chopped up into pieces back in 1984 in an overgrown field near Bangor, Maine, according to Desert Rat restoration volunteer, Bill Stanczak.

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According to the district’s Director of Communications and Public Engagement Denise Barr, Castans has an extensive background in athletics, coaching, and educational leadership. Additionally, she brings along a wealth of experience and a passion for students that will help her succeed in her new position.

Castans has spent her entire career at D158, starting as a physical education teacher at Marlowe Middle School in 2009 until 2017.

Schwan, 75, beat four opponents to earn the gold medal. He edged Randy Scott of Griffin, Georgia (who lives at a Del Webb community) for the senior singles skill 4.0 crown in the finals as thousands looked on. Schwan won the first game, 11-3, then the second, 11-8.

This year, however, northern Illinois can expect to see the emergence of Brood XIII, the brood with the reputation for being the largest emergence for periodical cicadas in the state. Additionally, Brood XIII and XIX will be emerging throughout much of Illinois at the same time.

According to Ken Johnson, a horticulture educator with the University of Illinois Extension program, the emergence of two periodical cicada broods will be the first time this has happened since 1803, and will not happen again until 2245.

The game called Huntley-opoly is a monopoly-style game that features well-known Huntley properties and landmarks making the game a much more personal experience for those residing in the village. However, most will be surprised to know that Hasbro, the company behind the official Monopoly board game, is not involved in creating Huntley-opoly.

Huntley Deputy Police Chief Amy Williams praised the progress that has been made in not focusing on people's disabilities but abilities with the focus of the movement on more inclusion. She said there has been great support for the Law Enforcement Torch Run in Huntley.

The next total solar eclipse across the United States won’t occur until 2045. Northwestern Medicine Huntley Hospital made sure to make this day extra special for some of its youngest patients by providing a pair of sunglasses for all babies currently at the hospital.

The Second Annual First Responders Chili Cook-off at Sew Hop'd Brewery and Tap Room in Huntley supported future endeavors of the Huntley Community School District 158 Education Foundation. About 250 people attended, according to organizers.

“It was definitely a success as we had the place packed and were able to raise funds for scholarships,” D158 Education Foundation event organizer Steve Lulofs said.

The Inaugural Chris Pacana Memorial 3-on-3 Youth Basketball Tournament for boys and girls first through eighth graders will be held on April 6. It will benefit American Diabetes Association (ADA). Pacana was a long-time park district employee who passed away Jan. 1, 2023 at age 61.

The games will get started at 9 a.m.,