COVID-19 Outbreaks At Schools + LITH Rotary Donation: Digest

ALGONQUIN AND LAKE IN THE HILLS, IL — From a slew of outbreaks reported in McHenry County schools over the past month to news of a generous donation made by the Lake in the Hills rotary to a local animal rescue, we've got a roundup of the latest news from recent days.

Get caught up on top stories from the Algonquin and Lake in the Hills area in our daily digest.

First, upcoming weather:

• Monday: Clear throughout the day. High: 84 Low: 55.
• Tuesday: Clear throughout the day. High: 74 Low: 53.

Here are the top stories from the Algonquin and Lake In The Hills from recent days:

1. 15 COVID-19 outbreaks reported in McHenry County schools this month; 2 reported in Lake County schools (Lake and McHenry County Scanner)
2. Lake in the Hills Rotary Club gives donations to local animal rescues (Chicago Daily Herald)
3. Village Of Lake In The Hills: Fall Seasonal Reminders (Press Release Desk)
4. East Dundee man guilty in fatal shooting of 27-year-old while attempting to purchase illegal gun (FOX 32 Chicago)
5. Love wine and shopping? Barrington Wine Walk returns Oct. 9 (Chicago Daily Herald)
6. 1 Seriously Injured In I-90 Shooting (Algonquin-Lake In The Hills Patch)
7. Salvation Army hopes free music program can open doors for kids (Daily Herald)
8. Two Armed Teens Shot During Carjacking Attempt at Golf Rd and Roselle Rd, Hoffman Estates (arlingtoncardinal.com)
9. Suspect Charged with Murder After Stabbing Victim 50 Times on Hill Drive Near Knoll Ln, Hoffman Estates (arlingtoncardinal.com)
10. McHenry County's mass vaccination clinic in McHenry stops offering vaccines (Lake and McHenry County Scanner)
11. Driver seriously injured in shooting on I-90 near Hoffman Estates (Daily Herald)
12. Barrington farm showcases dozens of alpacas (Daily Herald)
13. McHenry man wanted for shooting at victim during armed robbery taken into custody (Lake and McHenry County Scanner)
14. McHenry County Government: OSCAR SANCHEZ JR. SENTENCED TO 3.5 YEARS IN THE ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS (Press Release Desk)
15. Stolen Auto Crash on I-90 WEST, Driver Flees on Foot, Captured Brandt Drive Near Hoffman Estates, Elgin (arlingtoncardinal.com)
16. IDPH downgrades Advocate Sherman Hospital's trauma center designation amid anesthesiologist shortage (Daily Herald)
17. Woodstock man arrested for grooming minor through internet, traveling to meet her in Crystal Lake (Lake and McHenry County Scanner)
18. Oktoberfest continues in Island Lake (Daily Herald)
19. Hoffman Estates man charged with fatally stabbing acquaintance more than 50 times (Chicago Daily Herald)
20. Elgin crime on positive trend despite recent incidents (Chicago Daily Herald)
21. Deer Park Town Center Hosts Ninth Annual Jazz & Wine Festival (Chicago Daily Herald)
22. Drunk driving charges filed against man who caused crash that killed woman, dog near Woodstock (Lake and McHenry County Scanner)
23. Village of Cary accepts $500,000 donation for community plaza, police drone (Daily Herald)
24. Police arrest juvenile who brought BB gun to Crystal Lake elementary school, shot other kids (Lake and McHenry County Scanner)
25. McHenry County Government: McHenry COVID-19 Mass Vaccination Site To Discontinue Offering Vaccinations (Press Release Desk)

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Coming up in Algonquin-Lake In The Hills:

Tuesday, September 28

• Board of Education Meeting - Cusd 300 (6:30 PM)

Algonquin-Lake In The Hills Patch Notebook

• McHenry County Sheriff's Office: "Take it from K9 Bo - shake off the week and enjoy the weekend! #thatfridayfeeling" (Facebook)
• McHenry County Sheriffs Office: "Take it from K9 Bo - shake off the week and enjoy the weekend. #thatfridayfeeling" (Instagram)
• McHenry County Historical Society: "Still seen along some rural roadsides in McHenry County are small cemeteries whose still standing markers display a personal history of many of the county’s early residents. As seen in this 1890’s photograph of the Miller Monument Compan..." (Facebook)
• McHenry County Conservation District: "Watch your step! You may spot amphibians in fall like this eastern tiger salamander as they prefer the cooler, damper weather. This one was spotted making its way across the parking lot at Lost Valley Visitor Center by our Natural Re..." (Facebook)
• Algonquin Argonauts: "ARGOS HOMECOMING WEEKEND!! Gilbert’s Elementary Field, See you there!" (Facebook)
• McHenry County Animal Control & Adoption Center: "We had a great week last week thanks to our adopters 2 dogs (including Ranger!!), 2 kittens, 1 cat, and 2 ferrets were adopted! Kitten season continues here at MCAC! Stay on the look out for our adoptable kittens if you're looking t..." (Facebook)
• The Environmental Defenders of McHenry County: "And so it begins! The books have been unloaded, sorted, and arranged with a big crew of volunteers. A huge thanks to all of them! And now we're ready for you to come shop! We're at the Algonquin Twp. Road Dist. garage starting tomorrow f..." (Facebook)
• Algonquin Argonauts: "Another fantastic Pep Rally to get out players and parents ready for this upcoming weekend. This continues to be one of our best events to recognize our players and provides them an opportunity to have some fun and hang out with all the ..." (Facebook)
• McHenry County College: "Want to spend less time studying and get better grades? MCC's Sage Learning Center is here to help with free tutoring and learning and retention specialists to assist you with your study skills, organization, and time-management skills. ..." (Facebook)
• Algonquin Argonauts: "We are excited to be welcomed into the Chamber of Commerce!" (Facebook)
• Lake in the Hills/Algonquin Jr. Eagles Youth Football: "Congratulations Players of the Week!! Go Jr Eagles" (Facebook)
• Algonquin Argonauts: "Special shout out to our 8th graders who celebrated their last homecoming weekend with the Argos! We can’t wait to see the great things you continue to do!" (Facebook)
• Algonquin Argonauts: "Great job to all our cheer teams at the Pep Rally! Way to get the crowd excited and kick off a great homecoming weekend!! Go Argos!" (Facebook)
• Algonquin Area Youth Organization (AAYO): "Great job Algonquin Attack All-Star team for crushing their second game Sunday 13-6!" (Facebook)
• McHenry County Conservation District: "Big thanks to all of our brewers, food trucks, sponsors, and guests who came out to The Great Outdoors Beer Trail this Saturday! We hope you all had as much fun as we did! Special thanks to: Sponsors: Obenauf Auction Service, Inc, Gyps..." (Facebook)
• McHenry County Historical Society: "Kathy Render of the McHenry Co Master Gardeners will be discussing the flowers and vegetables planted in the Gannon log cabin garden during the 44th Annual Cider Fest on October 3 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Gannon log cabin and garden ar..." (Facebook)
• Visit McHenry County, Illinois: "Movie night at the airport returns! Kick off spooky season with Monsters, Inc. at the Lake in the Hills 3CK Airport on October 1st! Concessions with snacks, drinks and glow fun will be available. Pack your chairs, blankets and a picnic d..." (Facebook)
• Village of Algonquin, Illinois: "Traffic accident: Please avoid Randall Road and Corporate Parkway due to a traffic accident. Traffic backups and detours are expected for the next hour. Northbound Randall Road should use Huntley Road and/or Longmeadow Parkway as a det..." (Facebook)
• McHenry County College: "“Language, Literature, and Learning: Calling for Latinx Inclusion” will be presented both virtually and in person at MCC’s Conference Center (Rooms A211, 213, 215) this Thursday, September 30, at 6 p.m. The session is free and open to th..." (Facebook)
• Algonquin Argonauts: "$1000 Grand Prize Raffle!!!!" (Facebook)
• Algonquin Argonauts: "ArgoNation get please vote for Will Seibert, he has been nominated as the Defensive Player of the Week!" (Facebook)
• Village of Lake in the Hills: "Did you know? Anyone in good health who is at least 16 years old and at least 110 pounds may donate blood every 56 days or every two months. Join us to make a lifesaving donation at our Thursday, September 30 mobile blood drive. ..." (Facebook)
• Algonquin Police Department: "⚠️Traffic accident: Please avoid Randall Road and Corporate Parkway due to a traffic accident. Traffic backups and detours are expected for the next hour. Northbound Randall Road should use Huntley Road and/or Longmeadow Parkway as a det..." (Facebook)
• McHenry County Animal Control & Adoption Center: "Clifford is ready for a boop on the nose – and a forever home! This sweet boy came in as a stray but went unclaimed. Now, at 8 years old, he’s ready to put his adventurous single dog days behind him and settle down with a forever fam. Cl..." (Facebook)
• Algonquin Area Public Library District: "Your kid(s) could be stylin' this week! Pick up your FREE 80s sunglasses till 10/03. #aapldphotos #coolshades #kidscrafts" (Facebook)
• Habitat for Humanity ReStore - Woodstock: "Turn your next DIY project into a success at the #HabitatReStore. You can find a wide range of building materials – and the proceeds help #HabitatforHumanity partner with local families to build an affordable place to live. #ReStoreChica..." (Facebook)
• Algonquin/Lake in the Hills Chamber of Commerce: "Help welcome our newest member to the Chamber! Heaven's Best Carpet Cleaning has a unique method of carpet cleaning that allows your carpet to dry within 1 hour. They also do tile and grout, rugs, upholstery, leather, hardwood, marble an..." (Facebook)

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