http://www.mchenrycountymagazine.comen-usPenny Keck has used her roots and medical background to open a Crystal Lake business that offers uniforms for medical, public safety, security and culinary personnel. http://nwherald.com/2013/04/29/not-necessarily-uniform/agx88z3/http://nwherald.com/2013/04/29/not-necessarily-uniform/agx88z3/Wed, 01 May 2013 12:00:00 GMTFind out how Dr. Lindy Rucks, who owns her own dental practice in Lakewood, balances work with family time with her husband and three small girls. http://nwherald.com/2013/04/29/drill-sergeant/aysxzby/http://nwherald.com/2013/04/29/drill-sergeant/aysxzby/Wed, 01 May 2013 12:00:00 GMTMeet Dina Frigo of Huntley as we pay tribute to the single mothers in McHenry County. http://nwherald.com/2013/04/29/success-lives-next-door-salute-to-single-moms/a7qdjzg/http://nwherald.com/2013/04/29/success-lives-next-door-salute-to-single-moms/a7qdjzg/Wed, 01 May 2013 12:00:00 GMTMeet seven influential female leaders of McHenry County as we introduce you to the winners of the second annual McHenry County Magazine Women of Distinction. http://nwherald.com/2013/04/29/meet-the-2013-women-of-distinction/a51dd89/http://nwherald.com/2013/04/29/meet-the-2013-women-of-distinction/a51dd89/Wed, 01 May 2013 12:00:00 GMTParents, what do you do when your college grad moves back home? http://nwherald.com/2013/04/30/when-the-empty-nest-fills-up-again/ae9xgyz/http://nwherald.com/2013/04/30/when-the-empty-nest-fills-up-again/ae9xgyz/Wed, 01 May 2013 12:00:00 GMTStay-at-home mother Michelle Stien says moms gotta stick together. http://nwherald.com/2013/04/30/write-this-down-the-real-mothers-of-mchenry-county/a2emsu4/http://nwherald.com/2013/04/30/write-this-down-the-real-mothers-of-mchenry-county/a2emsu4/Wed, 01 May 2013 12:00:00 GMTStay-at-home mother Michelle Stien has a confession to make — she’s addicted to home parties! http://nwherald.com/2013/03/29/write-this-down-confessions-of-a-home-party-fanatic/a2emsu4/http://nwherald.com/2013/03/29/write-this-down-confessions-of-a-home-party-fanatic/a2emsu4/Mon, 01 Apr 2013 12:00:00 GMTLocal businesses are passed down through generations. Learn more about the companies started by the Ahrens and Donleys. http://nwherald.com/2013/02/26/success-lives-next-door-family-focused/ajxk2fv/http://nwherald.com/2013/02/26/success-lives-next-door-family-focused/ajxk2fv/Fri, 01 Mar 2013 13:00:00 GMTStay-at-home mom Michelle Stien writes about the difficulties of keeping house with two little ones — and a husband — underfoot. http://nwherald.com/2013/02/27/clean-sweep/a2emsu4/http://nwherald.com/2013/02/27/clean-sweep/a2emsu4/Fri, 01 Mar 2013 13:00:00 GMTSt. Patrick’s Day is just around the corner. What types of family-friendly activities are available in McHenry County? http://nwherald.com/2013/02/27/fun-o-the-irish/abu60rj/http://nwherald.com/2013/02/27/fun-o-the-irish/abu60rj/Fri, 01 Mar 2013 13:00:00 GMTGene and Marie Marino of Huntley have been married 63 years, and they share the secrets that helped them raise their six children. http://nwherald.com/2013/01/29/success-lives-next-door-a-beautiful-life-together/aegd5qx/http://nwherald.com/2013/01/29/success-lives-next-door-a-beautiful-life-together/aegd5qx/Fri, 01 Feb 2013 13:00:00 GMTBefore they were Mr. and Mrs. Voss, Cheryl and Steve met online. http://nwherald.com/2013/01/30/loves-tangled-web/a5sorg3/http://nwherald.com/2013/01/30/loves-tangled-web/a5sorg3/Fri, 01 Feb 2013 13:00:00 GMTHere’s how Michelle Stien, a stay-at-home mother of two, sees the relationship between men and women. http://nwherald.com/2013/01/31/write-this-down-men-dont-overdraw-your-account/a2emsu4/http://nwherald.com/2013/01/31/write-this-down-men-dont-overdraw-your-account/a2emsu4/Fri, 01 Feb 2013 13:00:00 GMTHow can parents protect their children from online threats? http://nwherald.com/2013/01/31/watching-the-web/afx0wog/http://nwherald.com/2013/01/31/watching-the-web/afx0wog/Fri, 01 Feb 2013 13:00:00 GMTIf traditional gym workouts don’t seem appealing, try one of these unconventional methods of fitness. http://nwherald.com/2012/12/26/think-outside-the-gym/avim0qr/http://nwherald.com/2012/12/26/think-outside-the-gym/avim0qr/Tue, 01 Jan 2013 13:00:00 GMTMichelle Stien, a stay-at-home mother of two, offers five tips for getting in the mood to exercise. http://nwherald.com/2012/12/27/write-this-down-exercise/a2emsu4/http://nwherald.com/2012/12/27/write-this-down-exercise/a2emsu4/Tue, 01 Jan 2013 13:00:00 GMTFor years, the Kearns of Crystal Lake have taken advantage of family fitness time at Centegra Health Bridge Fitness Centers. http://nwherald.com/2012/12/27/success-lives-next-door-family-fitness/a7lptsu/http://nwherald.com/2012/12/27/success-lives-next-door-family-fitness/a7lptsu/Tue, 01 Jan 2013 13:00:00 GMTFind the right gifts for the athlete in your family, the environmentalist — even the mother-in-law — with these suggestions from McHenry County shops. http://nwherald.com/2012/11/26/gifted-matters/amwos0o/http://nwherald.com/2012/11/26/gifted-matters/amwos0o/Sat, 01 Dec 2012 13:00:00 GMTThe furry friend you have at home needs holiday presents, too, right? http://nwherald.com/2012/11/26/festive-furry-friends/alzxptl/http://nwherald.com/2012/11/26/festive-furry-friends/alzxptl/Sat, 01 Dec 2012 13:00:00 GMTNo matter where you live in McHenry County, there are plenty of holiday and winter-related events throughout the area to take part in.http://nwherald.com/2012/11/27/a-month-of-fun/al5qe1d/http://nwherald.com/2012/11/27/a-month-of-fun/al5qe1d/Sat, 01 Dec 2012 13:00:00 GMT