Gurnee Mills Arson Case | Gas Tax OK'd | More Shots For Seniors

Grayslake IL

12 March, 2021

3:25 PM

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Miss a day, miss a lot, so take a moment to catch up on some of the past week's headlines from across Lake County and nearby news of interest. Over Half Of Lake County Seniors Have Gotten A COVID-19 Vaccine About 51 percent of Lake County residents over age 65 have received at least once dose of a vaccine, public health officials said Thursday. Lake Co. Board Passes Controversial Gas Tax The board approved a tax that will add 4 cents to every gallon purchased at the pumps in Lake Co. The new tax takes effect July 1. Grayslake Gets Nod For Solar Power Efforts SolSmart has given the village a bronze designation for its efforts to make it easier for businesses, residents to access solar energy. Beer Garden Coming To Independence Grove, Beach Will Close The beach at Independence Grove Forest Preserve in Libertyville will not reopen this summer. Instead, a beer garden will take its place. How Coronavirus Affected Bankruptcies In Grayslake AreaHere's how the pandemic affected bankruptcies in Lake County. Experts warn of a likely surge in coming years. Woman, Teen Set Gurnee Mills Bathroom On Fire: PoliceA Zion woman and a juvenile were both charged after police say the two set a bathroom on fire at Gurnee Mills mall, causing significant damage. Traffic & Weather Libertyville Weekend Weather Forecast Temps in the 50s on Saturday and 40s on Sunday. Stearns School Road To Close March 15 To safely accommodate construction of a new bridge over I-94 and to reduce the duration of work, the Stearns School Road Bridge will be closed to traffic for nine months. Stories That Made Us Smile COVID Survivor Gets Shot From Doc Who Helped Save HimAdopt A Pet From Grayslake Area Shelters: See New PetsGrayslake Heroes: Help Recognize Those Making A Difference Mark Your Calendar First-Ever Tulip Fest Coming To Richardson Farm in AprilMalls Offer Free Selfies With Easter BunnyGrayslake Arts Alliance Pop-Up Art ShowFamily Easter Egg Hunt Do you have an event you'd like featured on the Grayslake Patch calendar? Add it here. Also Worth a Read Rittenhouse Trial Delayed At Least 7 MonthsGrayslake To Get $229K In Transportation GrantsArchitect Sells Lake Bluff Home He Designed For $2.1 MillionCar Hit By Train After Driver Followed GPS Onto Tracks: PoliceMcHenry ShamRocks Fest A Go; Parade CancelledGator Reported In Fox River Was A Prop: PoliceLincolnwood Native Merrick Garland Confirmed As Attorney GeneralNorthwestern Professor Nominated Assistant Secretary Of TreasuryCollege Of Lake County Transforms College Automotive ProgramsDistrict 113 COVID-19 Cases Contracted Outside School: Officials ALSO ON PATCH Learn how to post events, letter and articles on Patch with a user accountLike us on Facebook: Libertyville - Grayslake - Vernon Hills - Highland Park - Winnetka-Glencoe - Lake Forest - Deerfield For more local stories, subscribe to Patch to receive daily newsletters and breaking news alerts or download the iPhone or Android app.