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Wildflower Lake shoreline erosion repairs being discussed

There are two ways to take care of the Wildflower Lake shoreline in Sun City.

One of them is to prevent erosion by installing rocks or other hard material at the water’s edge. The other is to make the shoreline accessible and safe for persons of all ages so they can enjoy fishing and walking along the shoreline.

Local teen collecting orthotic braces for people of developing countries

In an effort to assist people with physical limitations in developing countries, a local Hampshire, IL teenager, Sarah Carr, is collecting used orthotic braces used to treat scoliosis.

Board meeting addresses maintenance updates, hours of operation

The following is a report on the actions taken and the items discussed at the May 18 Sun City board of directors meeting. About 50 residents and governance volunteers attended the sessions in Drendel Ballroom in Prairie Lodge.

Healthy Eating, part 2: Healthy foods you can say “Yes” to!

With so many foods to choose from, which ones are the best for a healthy summer menu?

Farmers Market returns to Dhamer Square

The turnout was good Saturday for this year’s first Outdoor Huntley’s Farmers Market returned to its traditional Dhamer Square venue.

Just another day at the office — for an angel

I wanted to buy Patty a little something to remember us by, but when I turned around, she was gone.

An interview with Mark Dwyer, part 1

The American Horticultural Society has recognized the Rotary Botanical Gardens, located in Janesville Wisconsin as one of the best botanic gardens in the Midwest. This winter I had the opportunity to attend a seminar given by Mark Dwyer, Director of Horticulture for the Rotary Botanical Gardens.

Not Your Mother’s Pancakes

We could review a typical breakfast joint, but we are sure you would fall fast asleep before you finished reading the article. In an attempt to shake things up a bit, we traveled to Crystal Lake to try Richard Walker’s Pancake House.

People helping people

One of the top priorities for Huntley Community Radio is to keep the community informed and connected. So far in 2016, it has been easy to see the success of 101.5 FM out in the public as well as on the air.

Check These Out: June 2, 2016

Today found me in the Biography section which, by the way, is enormous. Because early June will bring a Kenny Rogers personality/tribute band to Sun City, I thought I’d check out his 2012 memoir to see if I can gain a bit of insight to some of his songs.

X-MEN Apocalypse, you got that right

This is the eighth in a series of films about the X-Men. The original was released in the year 2000, and every twelve to twenty four months another one comes out. The next one is scheduled for 2017. I admit I’d not seen any of them until now, although I’ve seen plenty of trailers and snippets on TV.

Ask an Angel: June 2, 2016

I have to admit I have been questioning my driving ability. While I can’t fathom the thought of giving it up totally, I’ve made some steps to limit my driving. I don’t drive at night, for example.

Old’s Cool ready to jump-start summer at Trio Grille

The garden is in bloom, the robin chicks are out of the nest, and the Cubs and Sox are still winning — but you can’t really call it summer until Sun City’s favorite party and dance band, OLD’S COOL, hits the stage.

Garbage Disposal Problem

Last week my garbage disposer stopped chopping. It just buzzed. Now it doesn’t make any noise. Do I need to replace it?

Village sets high standards for water treatment

Sun City receives its household water from the Village of Huntley’s system of five deep wells (1,500 feet down) and four water treatment plants. The Sun Day recently talked with Village Engineer Tim Farrell, and Water and Sewer Superintendent Steve Zonta.

Leading the way through the road less traveled

I think one of the most dangerous vehicular situations you can find yourself driving in is a funeral procession.

They’re kind of like being part of a freight train, only without guard rails, dinging lights, and the threat of about a million tons of rolling iron to keep other drivers at bay.

The Prairie Singers, a history

In a choral group, the people that lead make all the difference.

Board reaches decision in garage sale case

After a community-wide survey, hours of research and discussion, and several months of meetings, there will not be a garage sale of any kind in Sun City.

In business blooming

The Sun Day has been reporting about Huntley’s spectacular economic growth for the past decade. But there seems to be no end to it. The village’s economic boom roars on.

Healthy Eating Part 1: Savor the flavor  

Obesity has become a major problem of epidemic proportion in the U.S. today. This growing disease is found among all age groups. Thus, the every five-year findings of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) published dietary guidelines become critical knowledge for all of us to absorb.

Wisdom and youth create sports radio magic

I consider myself a sports enthusiast and believe there is nothing more entertaining than sports talk radio. Whether your team is winning or losing, sports always create something to talk about.

Here comes the Sun-Tones

Barbershop singing is one of the nation’s most popular pastimes, and Sun City is no exception.

Sometimes the best way to honor the vote is to sink it

Democracy can be frustrating — especially when you hold a free election, expecting the citizenry to vote according to their time-honored conservative principles, but they instead cast a landslide of cartoonishly absurd ballots.

Check These Out: May 19, 2016

For several hours a week, I work at the Huntley Library re-shelving items. During this process, opportunity presents itself for me to peruse materials I’d not see while looking on my own. Very often I say to myself, oh, that looks interesting … and then I keep it or jot down the info. I’ll share some with you that pique my interest.

Ask the Woodchucks: May 19, 2016

Our house was built in 1999 or 2000. The center bay window gas leaked out and condensation is inside. Can we find out who made the windows so I can buy a replacement? This is a Del Webb house. The garage door has windows. The two side windows of the bay are good. The inside frame opening is 46 ¾” wide by 70 ¾” high.

Summer program – Part 2

This summer features a 9-week video series “A Global Quest” The Truth About Cancer

Hang Your Hat: May 19, 2016

Letters for the week of May 19.