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Robert Luerssen of McHenry tries to keep cool as he trims the hedges on his property along Green Street on Tuesday, July 17, 2018 in McHenry. Luerssen, a retired police officer, grooms his hedges about two times each week. "I have to keep it trimmed so drivers can see the oncoming traffic," Luerssen said.