According to a press release statement, the homebuilder hosted a groundbreaking ceremony in late November that celebrated the start of construction on two model homes, which will be finished for a Feb. 1 grand opening event that will also mark the official start of sales within the Fieldstone subdivision of Huntley.

For $50 annually or $30 semi-annually, readers will enjoy a growing amount of news content and more variety than our current news options. This enhanced coverage will include local, regional, national, and at times global news items. It's an exciting time to take part in this transition as My Huntley News continues to grow into the most trusted and leading local news source in the area!

From left: Jason, Charlie, Jon, Ellie and Carrie Giambarberre of Huntley. There were visits by Santa Claus, a Grinch, other holiday favorite character, face painting, games and more. Education Foundation Vice President Rich Bobby, who played a Grinch, said efforts of the group include scholarships, support of educational projects requested by teachers, the Robotics program at Marlowe Middle School and more.

Students talked with Huntley business owners whose careers ranged from finance, to real estate and veterinarian. They learned about housing, 401Ks, and importance of good credit, to name a few topics covered. Students researched the careers for salary and education information and selected such factors as the family situation, housing, child care and other costs.

The Foundation has carefully curated baskets that include an enticing assortment of items, ensuring there is something for everyone, according to a press release statement.

With this year’s event promising to be the most exciting one yet, some of the highlights of the 2023 Holiday Baskets include:

A $200 cash basket, a travel basket completed with Airpods and travel accessories, lottery tickets, a necklace from Patrick Michael Jewelers, dining out coupons to local restaurants, grocery store coupons, gas gift cards, a Bluey basket for younger children, and Minecraft Lego sets.

Go Huntley encourages residents to walk 30 minutes each day for a healthy lifestyle. Northwestern Medicine Foundation is the main sponsor of the Go Huntley campaign.

Participants on the Thursday walk received a Go Huntley t-shirt. Officials said they are working on a date and location indoors for December.

The park district is looking for a group of individuals who are passionate about health and walking to volunteer and lead our new community health program called Go Huntley.

Huntley American Legion Post 673 Commander Pat Conley gave remarks, and flags were presented and retired.

"Veterans Day was originally called Armistice Day because the armistice was signed to end World War I, on the 11th day, of the 11th month, at the 11th hour in 1918," Conley said. "It's an honor to speak at Veterans Day.

59-year-old McHenry resident Brian Daleske feared he could be developing pneumonia and decided to visit a doctor after having experienced a chronic cough for a few weeks.

Once his doctor listened to his lungs, Daleske was told that some x-rays of his chest needed to be taken.

For $50 annually or $30 semi-annually, readers will enjoy a growing amount of news content and more variety than our current news options.

Oct. 31 marked the 60th anniversary of HB708 which was passed in 1965 and enabled the creation of mental health boards to carry out the provisions under HB708—also known as the Community Mental Health Act (CMHA).

Following the introduction of the CMHA, voters of McHenry County passed a referendum in 1967 to establish the McHenry County Mental Health Board which has since provided funding for mental health, substance use disorders, and intellectual/developmental disabilities.

As some might recall, back in June, petitioners for the Coral Street Firehouse development came before the Village Board to discuss potential delays in having the building ready for occupancy due to some unforeseen circumstances involving building materials.

Tom’s Farm in Huntley, Illinois

From their Farm Market and Bakery to their Gift Shop, Google Reviews gives Huntley’s own Tom’s Farm a rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 855 reviews.

The community features 96 units with spacious one- and two-bedroom, pet-friendly options available to its residents. Melody Living also features elements such as a private dining room, party spaces available for reservation, an onsite restaurant and a bistro/bar with three meals included daily, valet services, a patio and courtyard with outdoor walking paths, a fire pit outdoor fireplace, and a life-size outdoor chess board.

For $50 annually or $30 semi-annually, readers will enjoy a growing amount of news content and more variety than our current news options. This enhanced coverage will include local, regional, national, and at times global news items. It's an exciting time to take part in this transition as My Huntley News continues to grow into the most trusted and leading local news source in the area!

This season, Willis is a freshman contributing to the McHenry County College Scots, a junior college power building for another run at the NJCAA Volleyball National Tournament. MCC, under the direction of Kyle McCall, finished ninth at the Cedar Rapids, Iowa nationals.

“Willis is doing well,” McCall said. “She has moved into the starting role on the right side for us.”

For $50 annually or $30 semi-annually, readers will enjoy a growing amount of news content and more variety than our current news options. This enhanced coverage will include local, regional, national, and at times global news items. It's an exciting time to take part in this transition as My Huntley News continues to grow into the most trusted and leading local news source in the area!

True North came forward with conceptual renderings for the redevelopment of the building, which will see it be converted to accommodate it for restaurant use.

A deadline date of Jan. 27 was set for the invitation of alternative bids and proposals for the former Village Hall building, but no other propositions from developers were submitted.

In a July 2022 Village Board meeting, Hamra Enterprises, a nationwide, family-owned, restaurant operator headquartered in Springfield, Missouri, came before trustees to present new final Planned Unit Development (PUD) plans for the construction of a 3,500 square-foot Panera Bread restaurant to be located on 1.87 acres of Outlot 5 of the Huntley Grove Commercial Subdivision.

Seniors Zach Rogers, left and Taylor Casey were named winners when Huntley's homecoming court royalty was recognized at halftime of the Sept. 22 football game.

Court members were also: freshmen class Kaitlin Bower and Isabella Fulk; sophomore class Amani Herrera and Jeniah Slaughter; junior class Victor Adeoye and Braylon Bower; senior class Casey, Gabriel De La Paz, Vicky Evtimov, Zack Garifo, Jack Laughlin, Ashlyn Pauwels, Sophie Thompson and Zach Zuzzio.

Formed in 2013, the Independants (spelled that way in a newspaper article more than 150 years ago) follow 1858 rules. That means no gloves, lemon-peel baseballs (stitches meet at the top), no pitched balls from the “hurler” and called strikes only if “striker” swings and misses. A ball caught on the first bounce is considered an out and a ball is ruled fair or foul based solely on where it first touches the ground.