Kill Carp Adventure

07/26/2026

‼️Please send us any and all pictures or videos you took at last nights event, we would love to see them!‼️

Wow… that’s really all I can say.

Even though I was completely exhausted after yesterday, I could barely sleep last night. I’ve never done an event quite like Grayslake Summer Nights, and I honestly wasn’t prepared for just how incredible this community would be.

I’m not originally from Grayslake. I didn’t grow up here. But last night, you would’ve thought it was the Fourth of July. The streets were packed, the energy was unbelievable, and the support you all showed us was something I’ll never forget.

Was it stressful? Absolutely. When you’re responsible for feeding that many people, you feel every bit of that pressure. But there’s something special about seeing people smile, watching families enjoy a meal together, and knowing you get to be a small part of their night. That’s why we do what we do.

Some of you may have even seen my little guy running around in his tiny chef’s coat. He was excited from the moment he woke up yesterday, and getting to share that experience with him made the night even more meaningful.

After everything was packed up, we didn’t get back to the shop until almost 1:00 this morning. Today starts with breakfast with my family, then it’s right back to the shop to get the meat case filled and ready for all of you.

We’ll be opening today at 10:00 a.m., and we’ll have the counter stocked with some of the best fresh cuts around.

From the bottom of my heart, thank you. Thank you for shopping with Tony’s. Thank you for supporting our small family business. Thank you for waiting patiently in line while we figured things out. It was our first time doing an event like this, and your kindness meant more than you know.

To anyone reading this who has never experienced Grayslake or one of its many community events, do yourself a favor and come spend a day here. Get involved. Meet the people. Support the small businesses. You’ll quickly understand why so many of us are proud to call this place home.

Grayslake deserves to be known nationwide as one of the most picturesque small towns in America—not just because of how beautiful it is, but because of the people who make this community what it is.

And we have one more goal…

We want people to know that when they hear the name Grayslake, they think of the best damn butcher shop around.

Thank you for showing us so much love. We don’t take a single bit of it for granted. I may not have been born here, but my heart is here now. We’re proud to be part of this community, and we’re not going anywhere.

We’re just getting started.

06/29/2026

04/23/2026

04/01/2026

Ha the local Italian club is nextdoor to us. They would never drain the lake for this. But it’s pretty funny. They killed the last owner of my house. And the same family almost killed me the same way ha.

***Update*** We just checked our calendar and realized it's April Fool's Day! Thanks for playing along, we had a blast with it. Hope you enjoyed it as well. ***

🚨 BREAKING: Officials Propose Draining Round Lake to Investigate Century-Old Organized Crime Activity

LAKE COUNTY, IL — Local officials in Lake County confirmed this morning that a preliminary proposal is under review to temporarily drain Round Lake as part of a large-scale investigation into unsolved criminal activity dating back to the Prohibition era.

The proposal follows what officials describe as a recent “anomaly scan” of the lakebed, which reportedly identified several objects of interest beneath the surface. While no official confirmation has been made, early speculation suggests the findings could be linked to organized crime operations that were active throughout the region during the 1920s and 1930s.

During that time, the Round Lake area and nearby Chain O’Lakes were widely known as recreational retreats for individuals traveling from Chicago. Historians have long documented that members of various criminal organizations maintained seasonal homes in the area, taking advantage of the lakes, remote access points, and overlapping jurisdictions.

“This region was uniquely positioned,” one consultant familiar with the discussions said. “You had quick access to Chicago, water routes, and a rural landscape that made it easy to move without drawing attention.”

According to early details, the proposal would involve a controlled reduction of water levels over several weeks, allowing forensic teams to conduct a systematic examination of the lakebed. Officials emphasized that no final decision has been made and that environmental impact studies would be required before any action could move forward.

Residents in Round Lake and surrounding communities reacted quickly to the news.

“I’ve heard stories my whole life about what’s out there,” said one longtime resident. “But I never thought anyone would actually try to go looking.”

Environmental advocates have also raised concerns, noting that Round Lake supports local wildlife, recreation, and property values tied to the water.

Despite the uncertainty, some historians believe the potential discovery of physical evidence could reshape understanding of organized crime activity in Lake County during the Prohibition era.

“If even a portion of these reports are accurate, this could be one of the most significant local historical investigations in decades,” another expert said.

Officials say more information is expected to be released in the near future as the situation develops.

03/18/2026