Latest: Check Hospital Capacity In Vernon Hills Area

Here's how the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has affected hospital capacity in Lake County and across IL.

Vernon Hills Park District: Sullivan Community Center July 5

The Sullivan Community Center will be open from 9 am-3 pm on Monday, July 5.

Vernon Hills Park District: Key To The Parks Challenge July 1-31

Sully is challenging kids to visit 10 Vernon Hills parks during the month of July! Play on the playgrounds, ride your bike on the paths, ...

4th Of July Pool Safety: Tips To Prevent Drowning In Vernon Hills

Swimming pool dangers persist, especially for children, in Vernon Hills.

Vernon Hills Park District: District ADA Transition Plan Update

The Park District is in the process of updating it's American w/Disabilities Act (ADA) Transition Plan. This plan is a formal document t ...

Vernon Hills Park District: Outdoor Grilling Is Temporarily Prohibited

The current drought conditions has caused the turf in District parks to go dormant. The extremely dry conditions is a hazard for open fl ...

Vernon Hills Park District: Outdoor Mask Requirement Eliminated

Persons are not required to wear masks outdoors when visiting District parks and outdoor facilities. This pertains to children enrolled ...

Vernon Hills Park District: Family Aquatic Center Eliminates Reservations

Beginning June 16, reservations are not required for public swim at the Family Aquatic Center. Guests will pay a daily admission fee at ...

Vernon Hills Park District: Sneak Peak At The FAC!

The Family Aquatic Center is opening on June 11 from 10 am-12:30 pm for a swim session. Registration is required. Click Here. The aquati ...

Local Family Celebrates SOILL Impact at Fundraiser June 7

Tickets are available for the dinner portion of the golf charity pro-am, including an inspiring program, raffles and live entertainment.

Vernon Hills Park District: Mask Requirement Changes For Vaccinated Individuals

In response to Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker's Executive Order 2021-10, fully vaccinated individuals are no longer required to wear ma ...

Vernon Hills Park District: Kids Around The World

Vernon Hills Park District partnered with Kids Around the World, an organization that partners with playground manufacturers, playground ...

Vernon Hills Park District: Vernon Hills Park District Announced As Finalist For The 2021 National Gold Medal Awards In Parks And Recreation

The American Academy for Park and Recreation Administration (AAPRA) announced today that Vernon Hills Park District has been selected as ...

Vernon Hills Park District: Hawthorn District 73 Opens Kindergarten Registration For 2021-2022

Registration i s now open for all incoming Hawthorn School District 73 kindergarten students for the 2021-2022 school year. Kindergarten ...

Enter ‘Beauty of the 51st District’ Photo Contest

Showcase the beauty of the 51st District through photography.

Lyrid Meteor Shower Peak: When To See Fireballs In Vernon Hills

The Lyrids peak is a perfect start to Earth Day in Vernon Hills. Known for fireballs, the meteor shower overlaps with the Eta Aquariids.

Deerpath Park Pickleball Courts Closed April 18: Vernon Hills Park District

The pickleball courts located in Deerpath Park will be closed to the public on Sunday, April 18 from 9 am-3 pm due to a tournament.

Blood Donations Needed In Vernon Hills Area: Red Cross Drive Coming Up Soon

The Red Cross is holding a blood drive in the Vernon Hills area soon.

Vernon Hills Park District: Century Park Playground

The playground in Century Park is being replaced this summer. Additionally, new playground unitary surfacing will be installed. The new ...

Vernon Hills Park District: Summer Day Camp Guide

Park District staff are planning a fun-filled day camp experience for kids in preschool through seventh grade. Registration opens for Ve ...

Vernon Hills Park District: State Of Illinois Bridge To Phase 5 Plan

The Governor announced yesterday that Illinois will operate with a metrics-based pathway toward the fifth and final phase of the Restore ...

Vernon Hills Park District: Vernon Hills Park District Awarded PARC Grant

On March 16, 2021 the Governor announced more than $24.9 million for Park and Recreational Facility Construction Program (PARC) grants t ...

Vernon Hills Park District: Vernon Hills Park District Awarded PARC Grant

On March 16, 2021 the Governor announced more than $24.9 million for Park and Recreational Facility Construction Program (PARC) grants t ...

Vernon Hills Park District: Bocce Ball Court Is Closed

The Bocce Ball Court in Century Park is closed for maintenance. The court will be resurfaced and is scheduled to reopen in late April.

Vernon Hills Park District: School’s Day Out Spring Break

The Vernon Hills Park District is offering a spring break program for students in grades K-5. The program is offered from 7:30 am-5:30 a ...

Grants for Organizations Making a Difference in Buffalo Grove

One-time grants of up to $2,500 can be awarded to charitable, faith-based or non-profit organizations. The deadline to apply is May 30, 2021

Buffalo Grove Rotary Club Mobile Food Pantry THIS Saturday

The club has partnered with the Northern Illinois Food Bank to provide a mobile food pantry to feed up to 200 families in need.

IL City Is Among Money’s Best Places To Live In 2020

The 50 Best Places To Live offer great jobs, safe streets and homes you can really afford, according to the new ranking.

Buffalo Grove Rotary Hosts Virtual Duck Race Fundraiser

Sponsorships are still available and duck tickets are on sale for the fundraiser normally held in-person during BG Days.

GiveNKind Hits $2 Million Mark in Donated Goods to Nonprofits

This Buffalo Grove-based organization collects, warehouses and distributes new and gently used items to nonprofits that can utilize them.

‘My New Mask’: Park District Manager Writes Pandemic Book For Kids

Christa Lawrence showed her husband a video, and he suggested she turn it into a book, so she did.

New Construction Homes For Sale in Vernon Hills - June 2020

There are currently 38 new construction homes for sale in Vernon Hills.

Single Family Homes For Sale in Vernon Hills, Illinois

There are currently 115 single family homes for sale in Vernon Hills

Vernon Hills Park District Is Finalist For National Award

The Vernon Hills Park District is a finalist for the 2020 National Gold Medal Awards for Excellence in Park and Recreation Management.

Deerpath - May 2020

Deerpath is a single family home neighborhood

During tough economic times, retirement experts offer free advice

Amid COVID-19, Jigar Doshi of Vernon Hills, along with Bentron Financial Group colleagues, to give counsel, `Packing for Retirement’ book

Townhomes & Condos For Sale in Vernon Hills, Illinois - May 2020

There are currently 68 townhomes & condos for sale in Vernon Hills.

Hawthorn Elementary School North, Vernon Hills, Illinois

Hawthorn Elementary School North is a K-5 school

Top 10 Most Expensive Streets in Vernon Hills

The following are the Top 10 most expensive streets in Vernon Hills.

Vernon Hills Heroes: Let's Recognize Those Making A Difference

We all know someone who's making a difference in this difficult time. Let's give them some of the recognition they deserve.

Travel Like A Local: Submit Your Town For Our 2018 Travel Guide

Whether you've got the best brewery around or a music festival that rivals Coachella, tell us why your town should be a destination in 2018.