Community briefs

or higher on a four-point scale for courses taken during the term.

Local students that were included on the list are:

• Emma Berg of Antioch

• Katharine Kanwischer of Antioch

• Katie Vilardi of Antioch

Carthage College honors fall Dean’s List honorees

Carthage College recently announced its fall 2022 Dean’s List honorees. Dean’s list honors are accorded to Carthage students who achieve a minimum 3.5 grade-point average while carrying at least 14 credit hours during a semester.

Local students included on the list are:

• Haley Aitken of Antioch

• Jennifer Ambre of Antioch

• Jerianne Bonaguidi of Antioch

• Christiana Buchino of Antioch

• Riley Conway of Antioch

• Colin Conway of Antioch

• Daniel Dadivas of Antioch

• Roberto Dominguez of Antioch

• Jackson Gutke of Antioch

• Jacob Jackson of Antioch

• Rodolfo Martinez of Antioch

• Carly McLaughlin of Antioch

• Jane Marie McQueen of Antioch

• Emily Parchment of Antioch

• Clair Patrick of Antioch

• Jana Paulsen of Antioch

• Thomas Van Sickle of Antioch

• Kayleigh Wieska of Antioch

• Kylie Wilson of Antioch

UW-Whitewater announces 2022 winter graduates

The following students earned degrees from the University of WisconsinWhitewater at winter commencement, held December 17, 2022.

Samantha Knab of Antioch graduated Summa Cum Laude with a degree in Elementary Education –BSE.

Kayla Spera of Antioch graduated with a degree in Elementary Education –BSE.

MCCD hosting annual Festival of the Sugar Maples

The flowing of the maple sap is a sure sign that spring is just around the corner. Celebrate the change of seasons at McHenry County Conservation District’s Festival of the Sugar Maples, March 4, 5 & 6 and March 11, 12 & 13, from 10 a.m.–3 p.m. at Coral Woods Conservation Area, 7400 Somerset Drive in Marengo.

Since 1979, the Conservation District has educated thousands of visitors and school groups about the process of turning the sap from maple trees into delicious maple syrup. This unique opportunity teaches the fascinating history of maple sugaring and the evolution of the sap collection process. Tours begin every 15 minutes, last approximately one hour and involve a half-mile hike through the woods. All ages are welcome. Dress for the weather. No pets please.

This is a free event, but pre-registration is required. Visitors can pick up a spile and tap their own tree.

Pure maple syrup, maple leaf shaped cookie cutters and maple flavored candies, syrup straws, cream spread and cookies will be available for purchase.

This year ’s event is made possible in part by a generous donation from Amerigas propane and Lakes Realty Group.

For more information and to register for the event visit MCCD.me/FSM.

Spaghetti dinner set for February 23

The Nippersink Middle School Music Department will be holding their annual spaghetti dinner on Febrary 23 from 5-7 p.m.

Adult meal cost is $10 in advance or $12 at the door, children 5th grade to 5 years are $5 and under 5 years is free. Carry out is available for $1.00 extra.

Raffle tickets will be sold for $1 each or 6 for $5. Entertainment will be provided by the NMS choir and band.

The Nippersink Middle School is located at 10006 Main Street in Richmond.

Native shrub and tree sale date announced

The Friends of Volo Bog are taking order for their Native Shrub and Tree Sale until Friday, May 5 at 3 p.m.

Pick-up will be May 13 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Volo Bog SNA parking lot behind the visitor center. Plants will be tagged for your convenience to pick up.

Volo Bog State Natural Area is located at 28478 W. Brandenburg Road, Ingleside.

Order forms can be found online at www.FriendsofVoloBog.org.

Program in need of volunteers

The ‘Birds in my Neighborhood®’ program is in need of volunteers. There is no special bird knowledge needed and training will be provided.

Birds in my Neighborhood is a volunteer-driven science-based program for grades 2 through 5 that helps students see nature in their community through the observation of birds. Volunteers help run the program by working with teachers to schedule two classroom visits

Lake County Sheriff’s arrest bulletin

The Lake County Sheriff’s Dept. reported the following arrests in Lake County. Suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Jan. 10

Ruben Cruz-Mercado, 49, Beach Park, was cited for no driver’s license;

Jan. 11

Arturo Perez-Martinez, 30, Round Lake Beach, was cited for a warrant arrest: violating an order of protection;

Michael T. Casserly, 40, Northbrook, was cited for driving while license suspended, improper transportation of cannabis, and unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia;

Cameron J. Dreyer, 35, McHenry, was cited for battery;

Joseph L. Keeling, 32, Fox Lake, was cited for a warrant arrest: violating an order of protection and DUI – drugs;

Zachary M. Quist, 45, Beach Park, was cited for DUI – alcohol, driving while license suspended and no insurance;