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Nov 04, 2024 12:29 PM
Ecologists from the Lake County Forest Preserves are testing an experimental treatment to protect Blanding’s turtles from a dangerous, potentially fatal fungal disease.
Oct 18, 2024 12:16 PM
An anonymous private foundation and Wintrust Financial Corporation, a financial services company founded in Lake County, have together donated $1.5 million to endow two popular forest preserves.
The Lake County Forest Preserves' Horizons magazine recently received four prestigious awards from two esteemed competitions.
At its October 9 meeting, the Lake County Forest Preserves Board of Commissioners approved the purchase of about 13.2 acres to expand Greenbelt Forest Preserve in North Chicago.
© Tim Elliott
Oct 09, 2024 10:25 AM
To advance its 100-Year Vision for Lake County, preserve and restore our natural lands, and expand community outreach and education, the Lake County Forest Preserves Board of Commissioners approved the 2025 fiscal year budget.
Aug 14, 2024 04:48 PM
The Lake County Forest Preserves Board of Commissioners approved the purchase of about 41 acres in Antioch Township, known as the Fogel property, at its regular board meeting on Wednesday, August 14.
Jul 29, 2024 02:33 PM
Afrofest is taking place from 12–8 pm, Saturday, August 17, at Greenbelt Cultural Center in North Chicago. The event is a vibrant celebration of African culture and heritage.
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