Lake County

Residents of the Forest Lake area in Florence County, South Carolina, are rallying against a proposed rezoning and calling on county officials to create a new conservation zoning category. Locals argue stronger protections are needed for the lake and surrounding natural habitat, and want planning rules that would prevent incompatible development rather than relying on case-by-case rezoning fights.

Voters in Lake County, Ohio, will consider a range of existing levies on the ballot in the 2026 election. The items, which typically fund services such as schools, safety forces, libraries and senior programs, must be renewed or replaced by residents to maintain current funding levels. Coverage from local outlet the News-Herald is outlining which levies communities across the county will vote on.

Discount retailer Burlington has opened a new store in Lake Forest, California. The Orange County Register reported the opening in its local business status update column. The store adds to the retailer's Southern California footprint and gives Lake Forest shoppers another off-price option alongside nearby competitors.