Time to fall back this weekend! While many clocks will adjust automatically at 2 a.m. Sunday, there still are some that won't, including microwaves, ovens and cars. Enjoy your extra hour of sleep and be especially careful on the roads during the evening with an early nightfall.

Halloween is almost here! Trick-or-treating is allowed from 2 to 8 pm Saturday, Oct. 31. Residents giving out candy should turn their exterior lights on. Keeping front lights off is suggested to indicate your home is not a candy stop. Thank you for making the day fun and safe! 🧡

After Halloween, compost your pumpkins! Flood Brothers Disposal & Recycling Services will offer pumpkin recycling. Find the containers at Sunset Park and 600 E. Oak Street from Oct. 30 to Nov. 13. Thanks for helping the environment! #PumpkinComposting #GoGreen #LoveYourPlanet

A new traffic pattern on Randall Road will begin at some point later this week according to the McHenry County Division of Transportation. S/B traffic will shift west onto the new pavement. Please watch for this lane configuration and stay informed at randallroad.info.

Early voting begins now in the Community Room at Village Hall, 600 Harvest Gate, and runs through Nov. 2. There also is a ballot drop box in the Community Room. For more election information, including a link to the McHenry County Clerk’s web page, visit lith.org/elections.

On Oct. 23, Public Works begins the draw down of Woods Creek Lake and Goose Lake to enable an inspection of the dams. The draw down, inspection and lake recovery process will take approximately three weeks. Questions? Call Public Works at 847-960-7500.

Today is International ShakeOut Day when millions of people participate in earthquake drills at precisely 10:15 am. Earthquakes can happen anywhere, so being prepared is key. Review your emergency plan, secure heavy objects and get your emergency kit ready. #GreatShakeOut

Please join us in welcoming Nate to the Village of Lake in the Hills! 🎉

Apply for General Utility Worker I at Public Works. The position performs semi-skilled to skilled assistance with maintenance and repair of Village infrastructure including streets, rights-of-way, airport and parks. Get details and apply by Oct. 25 at lith.org/jobs.

Time to vote for the 2026 Gordon Larsen Business of the Year! Here are the finalists based on merit and impact: ✅ Algonquin Academy of Dance ✅ Elite Laser & Skin Spa ✅ First National Bank of Omaha ✅ Slim & Eddie’s Barber Company Vote by Oct. 30 at surveymonkey.com/r/VFRZWBX.

The Illinois General Election is Tuesday, Nov. 3. Early voting will occur at Village Hall from Oct. 19 to Nov. 2. For election information and early voting hours, including a link to the McHenry County Clerk’s web page, visit lith.org/elections.

Are you a dedicated member of the Caffeine Club? ☕ Happy International Coffee Day! It's time for your second cup. #InternationalCoffeeDay #CoffeeLover #ButFirstCoffee

We warn residents and businesses of a scam involving fraudulent emails sent to Planning & Zoning petitioners in many communities. Scammers grab public details and send fake emails requesting fees. Don’t hesitate to verify a Village email by calling Village Hall at 847-960-7400.

Please note that the next Village Board meeting, originally scheduled for Oct. 8, will now take place on Tuesday, Oct. 6. The time remains the same at 7:30 pm at Village Hall, 600 Harvest Gate.

LITH has 2 stops on Naturally McHenry's bakery trail that starts Thursday! The tasty stops are Konrad's Bakery and Elle's Deli & Bagels. Visit all 11 bakeries from Oct. 1 to Feb. 14 to enter a drawing for gift cards! Check in using the Naturally McHenry app and on-site QR codes.

We've entered the final week for nominations for the 2026 Gordon Larsen Business of the Year Award! The deadline is this Friday, Sept. 25. Public voting occurs online Oct. 6-31. Visit lith.org/gordonlarsen to learn more and submit a nomination!

A heads-up for those who drive on Randall Road. A new traffic pattern starts Tuesday, according to the McHenry County Division of Transportation. NB traffic will shift to newly constructed lanes on the west side. Drivers must use caution. Stay informed at randallroad.info.

Stay connected to the Village! In addition to social media, a great way to stay informed is to subscribe to our Resident Insider e-newsletter. It gets emailed twice a month on Mondays, giving you timely updates on local events and key developments. Visit lith.org/our-village/publica….

On this 25th anniversary of 9/11, our Village joins communities across the nation in honoring the innocent lives lost, the first responders who made the ultimate sacrifice, and the countless families forever changed that day. We will never forget. 💓 #NeverForget #September11

Please note that Village contractor Clarke will perform a Village-wide adult mosquito control application on Friday evening, Sept. 11, weather permitting. Thank you.