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Consumers Credit Union hosts free car-buying seminar
Consumers Credit Union submission
Sep 21, 2012 1:15 PM - Consumers Credit Union is hosting a "Car Buying Made Easy - Know Before You Go" seminar. Attendees will learn how to get the best value on their purchase, the best price on their trade in and even show how to evaluate whether taking 0 percent interest or the manufacturer's rebate is best for you.
Cerebral palsy doesn't stop son, mom from training
By JOSE MARTINEZ
Sep 14, 2012 1:25 PM - When Vickie Hoefer sets off on her daily three-mile neighborhood run, her son is keeping pace beside her. For most, the run wouldn't be much of a challenge. But for Terry, a 19-year-old with cerebral palsy who relies on a motorized wheelchair, it's an exercise of perseverance and will. Vickie started running to get healthy. It wasn't long before Terry was asking to join her.
From vintage to vavoom, some fall decor trends
By Kim Cook
Sep 13, 2012 9:35 PM - With nods to nostalgia, exotic motifs and tailored contemporary looks, the fall season in decor has lots to inspire home decorators. A warm palette of garnet, plum, sapphire, olive, chocolate, mustard and cream mixes with soft yet textural fabrics and muted metallics as our focus moves back indoors.
Chicago teachers strike will continue Tuesday
Associated Press
Sep 13, 2012 7:31 AM - For the first time in a quarter-century, Chicago teachers walked out of the classroom Monday, taking a bitter contract dispute over evaluations and job security to the streets of the nation's third-largest city -- and to a national audience -- less than a week after most schools opened for fall. The walkout forced hundreds of thousands of parents to scramble for a place to send idle children and created an unwelcome political distraction for Mayor Rahm Emanuel.
Running on the river: Fox Valley Marathon
By Susan Klovstad
Sep 11, 2012 5:35 PM - Although registration is closed for the Fox Valley Marathon, Half Marathon and Fall Final 20, spectators are encouraged to come and cheer for their favorite runners. "Last year we had over 1,000 spectators, mostly family and friends (of the runners)," said Tony Andracki, media relations coordinator for the event, which starts at 7 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 16 in St. Charles.
Batavia's dynamic duo running on all cylinders
By Craig Brueske
Sep 11, 2012 5:11 PM - With one-third of the high school football regular season already in the books, this is a good opportunity to review some of the early happenings.
Tips for turning lunch box drudgery into a pleasant picnic
By Elizabeth Karmel
Sep 11, 2012 4:20 PM - When you think of lunch as an opportunity to pack a special meal, it can go from dull to delicious! I learned long ago that I would be happier if I brought the foods that I like to eat from home instead of hoping that the cafeteria or nearby food court would satisfy me.
Gorp-stuffed apples

Sep 11, 2012 4:19 PM - Gorp-stuffed apples make a nice treat for children and adults.
9/11 victims, heroes honored at Des Plaines ceremony
Daily Herald report
Sep 11, 2012 12:50 PM - Northwest suburban police, firefighters, veterans and dignitaries gathered on the Maryville Academy campus in Des Plaines this morning to mark the 11th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks and honor the victims and heroes of that day.
Elgin council will consider creating Parks and Rec Foundation
By Tara García Mathewson
Sep 11, 2012 12:22 PM - With a board chosen and bylaws drafted, the Elgin Parks and Recreation Foundation is just a couple steps away from reality. City council members will consider the nonprofit's creation at its committee of the whole meeting Wednesday, after which it can be registered with the state and the Internal Revenue Service. Mark Seigle, an inaugural board member, said the mission of the foundation is to strengthen the community, assure accessibility and enhance the quality of life for all Elginites, regardless of income.

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