Green Fox River | Train Hits Car | 45% Of Seniors Vaccinated

Miss a day, miss a lot, so take a moment to catch up on some of the past week's headlines from across McHenry County and nearby news of interest.

45% Of McHenry Co. Seniors Receive Vaccine

"Much has changed in a year since our first reported case," said Melissa Adamson, McHenry County Department of Health Public Health Administrator. "We've learned what works to reduce the spread of virus and we now have a vaccine. The end to this pandemic seems to get closer with each administered vaccine, but we cannot lose sight of the danger of this virus by looking too far ahead."

McHenry ShamRocks Fest A Go; Parade Cancelled

While this year's event will look a bit different, the St. Patrick's Day show will go on this weekend in McHenry. Here's what you need to know if you go.

Algonquin, LITH To Get $651K In Transportation Grants

The funds, which will be selected and managed locally with financial oversight by IDOT, include road and bridge improvements, traffic signal upgrades, new storm sewers and bike paths, sidewalk replacements and other long-term maintenance needs.

Crystal Lake Woman Pleads Guilty In DUI That Killed Algonquin Man

A woman who was driving drunk and fled the scene after striking and killing an Algonquin motorcyclist and injuring the victim's wife in Crystal Lake in 2019 has pleaded guilty. She is now behind bars as she awaits sentencing.

McHenry Co. Sheriff Bill Prim Will Not Seek Reelection

Prim will finish up his final term but will not run for re-election this fall.

Car Hit By Train After Driver Followed GPS Onto Tracks: Police

Thankfully, the driver was not injured in the incident this past week along the Metra tracks on the Northwest line.

Traffic & Weather

Algonquin-Lake In The Hills Weekend Weather Forecast

Temps in the 50s on Saturday and 40s on Sunday.

Randall Road Construction Could Wrap Up In June

There is a light at the end of the tunnel for those who are sick of construction along Randall Road in Algonquin.

Route 14 Bridge Work Begins Next Week In Cary

Drivers should expect delays as bridge work gets underway Monday.

Half Marathon To Cause Traffic Delays In Cary

Traffic could be slow-going Sunday as well in Cary as runners take to the streets for the March Madness Half Marathon.

Stories That Made Us Smile

• COVID Survivor Gets Shot From Doc Who Helped Save Him
• 'She Has A Loving, Helping Heart': Crystal Lake Hero
• Crystal Lake Hero 'Always Looking To Give Back'
• Algonquin-Lake In The Hills Pets Up For Adoption: Aspen, Veuve & More

Mark Your Calendar

• McHenry County Virtual Human Race: Registration is Open
• Crystal Lake Park District Hosts Flash Firewood Sale March 27
• First-Ever Tulip Fest Coming To Richardson Farm in April

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Also Worth a Read

• Carpentersville Will Not Get Mass Vaccination Site
• Gator Reported In Fox River Was A Prop: Police
• Cary Police Seek Info In Trespassing Incident
• New Businesses Meet Increased Community Needs During Pandemic
• Smoking Machine Found Inside Warehouse: Fire Officials
• 3,000 Grams Of Pot, $13K Found In Woodstock Home: Police
• Beer Garden Coming To Lake Co. Forest Preserve, Beach Will Close
• Lake Co. Board Passes Controversial Gas Tax

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