The 62nd annual McHenry County Fair Talent Contest will take place on Friday August 7, starting at 7pm. The contest is open to anyone 21 years old and younger who lives in or attends school in McHenry County. There are cash prizes, and the winners of the Junior (age 14 and under) and Senior (ages […]
Donors make Woodstock July 4 fireworks possible Woodstock’s Fourth of July Fireworks will light up the skies at dusk Monday, July 4, at Emricson Park. To park inside the park, use the South Street entrance. The fee is $10. Walk-ins can enter either the Jackson or South street entrances. Donations will be accepted to help […]
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