Top Stories on Lake Zurich Patch: Week of March 18

Rejected Developer Gets Another Shot at Downtown Lake Zurich

In a split decision, the Lake Zurich village board agreed to entertain a presentation by John Breugelmans of ARDE at the next village board meeting.

Vision for Vacancy: Kmart

The 88,000 sq. ft. retail space on Rand Road in Lake Zurich has been vacant for a decade. What do you think would be the next best business here? 

Developer Wants to Finish Townhomes in Downtown Lake Zurich

M/I Homes secured a contract to finish the 19 remaining lots at the stagnant Somerset townhome development. 

Rift Splits Lake Zurich Youth Football into 2 Leagues

LZHS Football Coach Dave Profitt says he supports both leagues as long as safety, fun and good coaching are the priorities. 

Lake Zurich Ebay Scammer Charged with Felony Theft

Lake County Sheriff’s police say Deer Park business owner sold motorhome, but did not deliver it.

Lake Zurich Fire/Rescue reports minimal damage.

St. Patrick's Day Crackdown Results in 4 Drunk Driving Arrests

Lake Zurich Police Department announces St. Patrick’s Day Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over Crackdown results.

‘God Bless Every Single Person Who Helped That Kid’

Good Samaritan recalls details of citizens and rescue workers who helped 11-year-old boy hit by a Metra train in Barrington. 

Lake Zurich High School Drill Team Wins at State

The Varsity team won first place in the Tall Flag competition.