Peter Austin has been a cornerstone of McHenry County leadership for two decades. As County Administrator and longtime board member of the MCEDC Board of Directors since 2005, Peter’s steady guidance in County operations has been instrumental in strengthening the local economy, supporting...

August 26, 2025 McHenry Music Festival returns to Petersen Park   Once again, three days of music are coming to Petersen Park in McHenry – with the profits going to fund community improvement...

August 19, 2025 Apple picking season is (almost) upon us!   Fall is still a month away, but apple picking season will be here before you know it! McHenry County is home to some of the best you-pick...

August 5, 2025 Make the most of summer in McHenry County before it’s gone Summer’s officially halfway through, and our children are getting ready in the coming weeks to go back to school....

July 22, 2025 Richardson Corn Maze pays tribute to Back to the Future Richardson Adventure Park’s legendary corn maze is offering you a chance to go back in time, without the need for a DeLorean and...

July 8, 2025 McHenry Fiesta Days is getting underway!   McHenry Fiesta Days is returning for its 77th year! And besides being one of McHenry County’s most storied festivals, it’s one of...

July 1, 2025 Get ready for Rockin’ Rotary Ribfest!   If this photograph made you stop, drop and drool, make sure to add the Rockin’ Rotary Rib Fest to your calendar! The annual four-day...

June 24, 2025   Independence Day doesn’t just mean celebrating our great nation’s birthday – it means the return of the Lakeside Festival at the Dole! Starting Thursday, July 3 and lasting through...