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I attended the soft opening on June 27th with my 2-year-old grandkids, and they put the playground through its paces—two thumbs up from them!

You can now enjoy this free, fully accessible playground at 2041 N. Orchard Lane, Round Lake Beach, open during our soft launch.

What’s a soft opening? The Parks Department is still wrapping up a few final touches. Fencing and safety barriers are being installed, but they didn’t want to keep you waiting.

Mark your calendars for the Grand Opening on Saturday, August 16, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Bring the whole family to this free event—no registration needed.

Hero Park is an inclusive playground with a splash pad, designed so ALL kids—whether they have disabilities or critical illnesses or not—can play side by side without barriers.

Visit the Round Lake Area Park District website for more info about Hero Park and other programing!

https://www.rlapd.org/

Excellent job, Round Lake Area Park District!

#roundlakeparks #EveryoneIsaHero #allinclusiveplay

After years of teamwork and vision, the new Lake County Regional Operations and Communications (ROC) Facility is officially open—a game changer for public safety.

I had the chance to attend the ribbon cutting and tour the facility, and it’s impressive. Located in Libertyville, the ROC brings together 911 dispatch (LakeComm), the Lake County Emergency Management Agency (LCEMA), and the Joint Emergency Telephone System Board under one roof. This means faster response times, better coordination during emergencies, and a stronger system for all of us.

Several speakers marked the occasion, including Congressman Brad Schneider and LakeComm Executive Director Jason Kern, who both spoke about the long-term collaboration and impact of this project.

Round Lake is proud to be part of this regional effort. Our Village Administrator, Brandy Schroff, serves on the executive board and as treasurer, helping lead the way on this important collaboration.

The building is built to stay running through major storms and power outages. It’s also Lake County’s first Net Zero facility, powered by over 1,900 solar panels and a geothermal energy system.

This is more than just a new building. It’s a major investment in keeping our communities safe.

Village of Round Lake Residents. The time has come for the long anticipated but not excited to see water rate increase.

The Village has gone to great lengths to get the information and prior warning out not all residents for the past 6-8 months. (Maybe longer)

Peace

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Come help us welcome Tamalitos Don Juan to Round Lake with their official Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on Saturday, June 28 at 11:00 AM! 

 1817 S Cedar Lake Rd, Round Lake, IL 60073
 First 50 guests get one taco, one tamal, and a sample of agua fresca — on the house!

Please note: Cash only while they work on setting up card payments.

Let’s show our support for local businesses and celebrate this exciting new addition to our community!

#RibbonCutting #GrandOpening #SupportLocal #RoundLakeForward #MayorInAttendance #TamalitosDonJuan

Event Details:

* Date: June 25th
* Time: 1:00 PM to 5:30 PM
* Location: Police Department Community Room at 751 W. Townline Rd, Round Lake

Whether you’re a first-time donor or a seasoned supporter, your contribution is vital. You can schedule a convenient time for your donation, or simply walk in—we welcome both! Every donation makes a difference.

Help us make this event a success by spreading the word and bringing friends and family along. Together, we can give the gift of life.

You can drop in during that time or schedule your appointment today to ensure a smooth and quick donation experience.

Thank you for your support!

Bring your board, bring your crew, and let’s make Asylum the heart of our skate community. Come check it out, support a local spot, and spread the word—let’s ride! 

#asylumskatepark #supportlocal #SkateRoundLake #SkateRoundLake #asylumskateshop

Good morning friends!

We are looking for 4-6 more people to help distribute food for this event. It is well organized and is actually fun! Many hands make light work and you get a personal gold star from yourself for helping

Reach out to Joe, leave a comment or just show up, time commitment is up to you… 15 minutes, 2 hours, we aren’t picky.

Let’s go!

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Today, we pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our nation. Memorial Day is more than a long weekend—it’s a solemn reminder of the price of freedom.

Here in Round Lake, we are grateful for the sacrifices made by our service members and their families. Let us carry their legacy forward by living with purpose, compassion, and unity.

If you’re looking for a meaningful way to reflect with your family, I encourage you to read America’s White Table by Margot Theis Raven. It’s a powerful and moving story that beautifully explains the symbolism of the white table—a tribute to our POWs and MIAs—and helps instill respect and understanding in younger generations.
Whether you’re attending a ceremony, spending time with loved ones, or simply pausing for a moment of silence, let’s never forget those who made the ultimate sacrifice.

Thank you to all who have served. We remember. We honor. We will never forget.

Brian Brubaker

#MemorialDay#RoundLakeIL#HonorAndRemember#americaswhitetable