Lake Forest-Lake Bluff Election Round-Up

Here's what you need to know from the Nov. 6 election.

Here's a round-up of Patch's election coverage on the races that matter most to Lake Forest and Lake Bluff.  Schneider Beats Dold in 10th District Race: Democrat Schneider defeats Republican Dold by a very narrow margin.  Nerheim Defeats Kennedy in Lake County State's Attorney Race: Republican Mike Nerheim defeated Democrat Chris Kennedy in the narrow race for Lake County State's Attorney by a margin of 51.03% to 48.97%. With 415 out of 415 precincts reported, including absentee and early voting ballots, Nerheim won. Drury Wins IL 58th District State House Race: Scott Drury has won the 58th District State House race against Mark Shaw. At the time of publication, he led by 11% of the vote.  Did you know you can receive the most important …

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Keep Tabs on the Wisconsin Primary

Will Romney sweep to victory in the Badger state?

The Sunday Cartoon

If Mitt Wanted to Sing Again, Here's a Tune for Illinois

Maybe he wasn't singing, but when he left Illinois, Romney's campaign was humming.

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Less Than 25 Percent of Lake County Voters go to Polls

Good weather, contested races not enough to stir interest.

  Voter turnout in Tuesday’s primary in Lake County echoed the low turnout throughout Illinois, even on a day when temperatures soared into the 80s. Just 23.46 percent of registered voters exercised their right to vote. Lake County Clerk Willard Helander said voter turnout for primaries is historically lighter than the general election. However, Helander said she was surprised that voters did not turnout for the 10th Congressional district race. The 10th district runs through most of Lake County. “That was surprising. It was a four-way race and well financed. I expected far more people to be out and interested,” she said. Helander was surprised that more people pulled a Republican ballot than Democrat. “My personal opinion is that people …

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March 2012 Primary Liveblog

Patch readers and editors will discuss presidential, congressional and state election results as they roll in. The live blog starts at 7 p.m.

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Nerheim is 'Best Candidate' for State's Attorney

Letter to the editor

  I recently received a direct mail piece from Louise Hayes and was upset to read her opinion regarding Republican candidate, Mike Nerheim. Ms. Hayes, who I know to be only a part-time Attorney in the Lake County State's Attorney’s Office, indicates in her mailer that Mike Nerheim puts the public at risk because of his occupation as a Criminal Defense Attorney. I am a 25 year veteran of Law Enforcement and my Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 66, unanimously endorsed Mike Nerheim in his candidacy for Lake County State's Attorney. I was well aware of Mike's current occupation when the endorsement was made. I am also aware of his extensive and therefore well rounded experience as a prosecutor, civil and municipal attorney.   Ms. Hayes seems to…

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Presidential Hopeful Gingrich Plans Stop in Far North Suburb

Will make several stops in the Barrington area next week as part of Illinois tour.

  Former U.S. Speaker of the House and Republican Presidential Candidate Newt Gingrich will make a Barrington appearance next week as part of his campaign tour. On Wednesday, March 14, Gingrich will hold a rally at 3 p.m. at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont. After the rally, he will travel by police motorcade to Barrington Hills Country Club where a reception will be held with Gingrich and his wife, Callista Gingrich at 5 p.m. A fundraising event will immediately follow. There is a $500 per person minimum contribution.  Those interested in attending should contact Ashley Fischer, afischer@newt.org, (615) 642-0702. Thursday, March 15, Gingrich will make an appearance at Barrington High School to speak with students, …

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District 12 Candidates: Need a Plan to Fix Roads in Unincorporated Areas

Lake Forest pair answer questions at League of Women Voters/Patch forum.

  While Sunday's Candidate Forum at the Lake Forest-Lake Bluff Senior Center focused primarily on Lake County positions, Scott Helton and Mike Rummel had an opportunity to present themselves as the hometown boys running for the Republican nomination for the District 12 seat on the Lake County Board. District 12 represents Lake Forest, Knollwood, and portions of Highland Park and Deerfield. Rummel has lived in Lake Forest for 28 years, and served as an alderman and mayor of the city. Helton moved to Lake Forest more than a decade ago after serving on the village baord for 12 years in Glenview. The seem to agree on several issues, but perhaps different ways to get there based on their experiences. Here is a cross-section of questions the two…

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Ed Brill

7:03 am on Tuesday, March 6, 2012

Regarding Scott Helton's responses on the golf course - there was NEVER a $30 million proposal to build a course. The current 9-hole compromise proposal has been costed in the $8-10 million range. Also, I am not sure what area he refers to as "within" but there is no golf course at Fort Sheridan. If he means nearby, there are indeed other public courses.   more ›

Live Blog: Lake County Candidate Forum from Lake Forest

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