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Stay informed about your Lake County Forest Preserves by reading the latest news items below.

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Our Public Affairs division is happy to assist journalists and photo editors with stories, fact checks, photo requests, preserve tours and interviews with our experts. Members of the media may also subscribe to receive our news releases and photo opportunities via email.

Kim Mikus Croke, Media & Community Relations Specialist, office 847-968-3202, cell 224-244-0583, email


 

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We host two blogs, written by our professional staff, to help you learn about Lake County Nature and Lake County History.

 
 
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Oct 18, 2021 09:37 AM

Buffalo Creek Project Earns Award

The Lake County Forest Preserve District received the Regional Resilience Award for its collaborative work on a $9.7 million project to expand the Buffalo Creek Reservoir and increase the region’s resiliency against flooding.

 
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Oct 13, 2021 10:13 AM

2022 Budget Approved

The Lake County Forest Preserve Board of Commissioners approved the fiscal year 2022 budget at its October 12 meeting.

 
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Aug 26, 2021 12:43 PM

Rare Hummingbird Spotted in Lake County

A rare hummingbird, reportedly seen only once before in Illinois, was spotted at the backyard bird feeder of Jeanna Cristino, communications specialist at the Lake County Forest Preserves.

 
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Jul 22, 2021 04:28 PM

Lake County Forest Preserves Earns Two National Awards

Lake Villa residents Joyce and George Proper were awarded the Outstanding Volunteer award.The Growing Through Change project at Grant Woods Forest Preserve earned the Conservation Award.

 
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Jul 20, 2021 08:43 AM

Lake County Forest Preserves Leads the Way for Net-zero Buildings

As stewards of healthy landscapes and proponents of climate resiliency, officials at the Lake County Forest Preserves altered their Capital Improvement Plan to prioritize and accelerate current net-zero building goals and lead the way for others.

 
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May 29, 2021 03:39 PM

Now Open! Enjoy Local Craft Brews and Scenic Lake Views

We're excited to announce the opening of the new outdoor Beer Garden at Independence Grove, starting this Saturday, May 29. The Beer Garden features a variety of local craft brews on tap, and packaged snacks and other beverages.

 
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May 18, 2021 05:00 PM

Subscribe to DunnTV on YouTube

The new channel features videos about the Dunn Museum's collections, exhibits, programming, Lake County history, and other information.

 
 
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