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Fox Family, Special Visitor And A Jungle Cat: IL In Photos

This week's photo roundup from across Illinois.

Reader Beth Spitkovsky submitted this photo of a fox family living behind her house in Darien. She said, "They've become my favorite subjects lately!"
Reader Beth Spitkovsky submitted this photo of a fox family living behind her house in Darien. She said, "They've become my favorite subjects lately!" (Photo by Beth Spitkovsky)

ILLINOIS — Take a look through this set of images from across Illinois. We're seeing many great opportunities for readers to get some memorable photographs throughout the state this spring.

To have your photo featured on Patch, send it to Eric DeGrechie at eric.degrechie@patch.com. We just ask that you make sure the photo you send is one you have taken personally, and allow Patch to use on all platforms. Include your name for credit and a brief description of the photo, including where it was taken.

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Jenny Joz, of Lake in the Hills, sent in this photo she took of a special visitor meeting her cat.

Cynthia Shevokas captured this image of a chipmunk getting a treat.

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Dottie Fishman photographed the aftermath of a microburst that tore through Streamwood Oaks Golf Course earlier this week. She said it was one of a few uprooted tress.

Hillary Carroll of Orland Park sent in this photo she took of Banksy lounging in the home office/plant room. She called him a "true jungle cat at heart."


Thank you for all the beautiful photo submissions!

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