Top Stories of 2016 in Lake Forest and Lake Bluff

LAKE FOREST, IL - Before we dive into what is sure to be a news-filled 2017, let’s take a look at some local stories that turned the most heads in Lake Forest and Lake Bluff in 2016.

Bald Eagle Moves to Town: A one-year-old National bird was hit by a car in South Carolina and found its way to the Wildlife Discovery Center in Lake Forest.

Photo Company Alters Senior Yearbook Pictures at LFHS: A company contracting with the school admitted to photo alterations that included raised cheeks, narrowed necks, resized chins and one ear was completely airbrushed out of one photo.

Daily Grind Butcher Shop Reopens in Lake Forest: The Daily Grind, which lost its lease in Lake Bluff and closed in January of 2015, opened at its new spot in Lake Forest at 1 Market Square.

Sex Offender Charged Amid Investigation Into Church Volunteer: A sex offender from Lake Bluff was charged with two felony violations in November after an investigation began into a registered sex offender allegedly volunteering at a Lake Forest church.

Brunswick Leaves Lake Forest for Mettawa: One of Lake Forest’s largest companies announced plans to leave town and relocate its headquarters in nearby Mettawa.

Grainger Named Best Place to Work for LGBT Equality: The Lake Forest-based company was recognized for its welcoming atmosphere and benefits package offered to LGBT employees.