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🌿 Happy Bodhi Day
Today, we join those who celebrate Bodhi Day, honoring the enlightenment of Siddhartha Gautama, who became the Buddha. 🌸
Bodhi Day is a time for reflection, mindfulness, and compassion — values that inspire peace and understanding in our communities.
December 8, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day
Today, we honor and remember the brave service members and civilians who lost their lives on December 7, 1941.
Their courage and sacrifice remind us of the strength and resilience that define our nation. May we never forget their legacy of heroism.
December 7, 2025 at 4:01 PM
🗳️ Have you made your vote plan?
With the March 17, 2026, General Primary Election coming up, now’s the perfect time to get prepared! Whether you’re a first-time voter or a seasoned one, creating a plan helps ensure your voice is heard.
📲 Go to www.lakecountyil.gov/351/Voter-Po...
December 4, 2025 at 3:15 PM
🎨✨ We have a winner!
Check out our latest press release announcing the 2026 “I Voted” Sticker Contest winner!
We’re proud to highlight the creativity and talent of Lake County’s young artists. 🗳️💫
Read the full announcement here ➡️ bit.ly/4ounJGG
December 2, 2025 at 9:07 PM
🦃 Thanksgiving Is Just Around the Corner! 🦃
As we get ready to celebrate Thanksgiving, the Lake County Clerk’s Office reminds residents that our office will be closed on Thursday, November 27th, and Friday, November 28th.
We’ll reopen on Monday, December 1st, at 8:30 am.
November 27, 2025 at 2:03 PM
✨🎄 Holiday Cheer Is Here! 🎄✨
The Lake County Clerk’s Office will be closed on the following dates as we celebrate the holiday season:
📅 Thursday, November 27
📅 Friday, November 28
📅 Wednesday, December 24
📅 Thursday, December 25
📅 Wednesday, December 31 at 3pm
📅 Thursday, January 1
November 25, 2025 at 7:30 PM
🦃 Thanksgiving Is Just Around the Corner! 🦃
As we get ready to celebrate Thanksgiving, the Lake County Clerk’s Office reminds residents that our office will be closed on Thursday, November 27th, and Friday, November 28th in observance of the holiday.
We’ll reopen on Monday, December 1st, at 8:30 am.
November 21, 2025 at 3:31 PM
📰 Check Out Our Newest Newsletter!
Stay informed with the latest updates from the Lake County Clerk’s Office. From election information to important service reminders, we’ve got everything you need to stay connected.
👉 Read it here: bit.ly/4r041Fv
November 17, 2025 at 5:04 PM
🌾 November is Native American Heritage Month 🌾
This month, we honor and celebrate the rich histories, diverse cultures, and enduring traditions of Native peoples across the United States.
It’s a time to recognize the many contributions Native Americans have made—and continue to make.
November 14, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Honoring Our Heroes This Veterans Day
Today, we pause to honor the brave men and women who have served our country with courage, dedication, and love for freedom. 💙
Their sacrifices — and the sacrifices of their families.
November 11, 2025 at 3:04 PM
Tomorrow, the Lake County Clerk’s Office will hold a ballot placement lottery at 11:00 a.m. to determine the order in which candidates’ names will appear on the March 17, 2026, General Primary Election ballot.
Location: Lake County Clerk’s Office, 18 N. County Street, Waukegan, IL
November 10, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Past due 2025 property taxes (due June 4 & Sept. 4) must be paid to the Lake County Treasurer’s Office by Nov. 12, 2025.
Starting Nov. 13, unpaid taxes will be sold at the Annual Tax Sale and can then only be paid to the Lake County Clerk’s Tax Redemption Department.
November 5, 2025 at 6:02 PM
Candidate filing will be available until 5:00 pm.
Make sure you check the 2026 Candidate’s Guide (bit.ly/4o09JoL) and our website (bit.ly/4o3FHAs) for filing requirements, maps, and all necessary forms.
November 3, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Candidate filing will be available until 5:00 pm.
Make sure you check the 2026 Candidate’s Guide (bit.ly/4o09JoL) and our website (bit.ly/4o3FHAs) for filing requirements, maps, and all necessary forms.
November 3, 2025 at 3:00 PM
⏰🍂 Don’t forget! Daylight Savings Time ends this weekend. Set your clocks back one hour before you go to bed on Saturday, November 2.
Check your voter registration, explore early voting options, or learn more about our services at ➡️ lakecountyclerk.info
November 2, 2025 at 3:01 PM
🕯️💐 Today, we honor Day of the Dead, a time to remember and celebrate the lives of our loved ones who have passed. This beautiful tradition reminds us that while they may be gone, their memory lives on in our hearts and stories.
November 1, 2025 at 2:02 PM
🎃👻 Spooky fun at the Lake County Clerk’s Office!
Our team got into the Halloween spirit with creative costumes, laughter, and plenty of festive fun! From classic witches to movie icons, it was great to see everyone’s creativity shine.
October 31, 2025 at 10:33 PM
🎃👻 Happy Halloween from the Lake County Clerk’s Office! While you’re out enjoying tricks and treats, don’t forget—there’s nothing scarier than missing your chance to vote.
✅🗳️ Be ready for Election Day at www.lakecountyil.gov/4926/County-.... 🍬✨
October 31, 2025 at 2:06 PM
🎉Congratulations and thank you to:
Kathryn - 35 years of service
Jacob - 30 years of service
Claudia - 20 years of service
Evelyn - 20 years of service
Kenny - 20 years of service
October 27, 2025 at 6:04 PM
🎨 Calling all Lake County K–12 students! 🗳️
Design the official 2026 “I Voted” sticker! 🎉
Theme: “Lake County Votes!”
Use red, white, and blue with the hashtag #lakecountyvotes

📅 Deadline: November 14th, 2025
🖌️ Submit here: bit.ly/47rFwsM
October 26, 2025 at 12:01 AM
🗳️ Candidate Petition Filing Opens Oct 27 – Nov 3, 2025
Are you thinking about running for public office in Lake County? This upcoming Monday is the first day to file your candidate petition packets with the Lake County Clerk’s Office for the 2026 Primary Election.
October 24, 2025 at 10:02 PM
🪔✨ Happy Diwali! Today we celebrate the Festival of Lights, a time of joy, reflection, and hope. May this season bring brightness, peace, and prosperity to all who observe.
At the Lake County Clerk’s Office, we honor the diverse traditions in our community.
October 20, 2025 at 2:18 PM
📰 Check out our latest press release for our "I Voted" sticker contest from the Lake County Clerk’s Office!
Read it here ➡️http://bit.ly/4oK57mX
#LakeCountyClerk #LakeCountyIL #LakeCountyVotes
October 17, 2025 at 2:11 PM
🚗 The Illinois Secretary of State Mobile Unit visited Lake County on October 11!
We were proud to host the Mobile Unit, which served 40 appointments — helping residents renew driver’s licenses, obtain REAL IDs, state IDs, and more.
October 15, 2025 at 2:58 PM
Today, on Indigenous Peoples’ Day, the Lake County Clerk’s Office is closed as we honor and celebrate the rich history, cultures, and contributions of Native peoples.
We will reopen Tuesday, October 14 at 8:30 AM
#IndigenousPeoplesDay #LakeCountyClerk
October 13, 2025 at 2:04 PM