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COD, faculty may be headed to mediation
College of DuPage President Robert Breuder says it’s likely a collective bargaining session with the college faculty association could go to mediation, now that 11 months have passed since negotiations began.Last Updated Feb 22, 2012 10:58 PM -
COD approves tuition increase
Updated Feb 22, 2012 5:30 PMCiting uncertainties in state funding, increased employee costs, declining enrollment and higher building expenses, College of DuPage board members have approved a 3 percent tuition increase, maintaining the Glen Ellyn-based school’s status as the...
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COD board OKs plan to transfer jurisdiction
Updated Feb 22, 2012 12:15 AMWhether jurisdictional control of the College of DuPage campus will be transferred from the village of Glen Ellyn to DuPage County is one-third of the way from becoming reality. The college’s board of trustees voted unanimously Tuesday to approve a...
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Sandack unhappy with ‘mystery opponent’ in 81st House race
Updated Feb 20, 2012 5:41 PMOne would think having a rarely seen or heard from opponent in a state legislative race would help your chances. But Sen. Ron Sandack said his opponent’s “stealth tactics” only keep him looking over his shoulder in their GOP primary race for the newly...
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- The cast of "On Golden Pond" at Wheaton Drama is receiving positive reviews from local audiences. (Standing, L-R): Deven Ferber of Lombard as Bill Ray; Drew Beasley of Wheaton as Billy Ray; Vincent Scalone of Lisle as Charlie Martin; (seated, L-R): Jennifer Ciombor of Wheaton as Chelsea Thayer Wayne; Steve Blount of Wheaton as Norman Thayer, Jr.; Georgia Hamilton of Wheaton as Ethel Thayer. "On Golden Pond" tickets and information at http://www.wheatondrama.org Ken Beach
- From left: Kristin Morris of Chicago, Hannah Klose of Naperville, Anthony Berg of Addison, Amy Royle of Downers Grove, and Cesar Gonzales of Glendale Heights rehearse a scene from "Bad Seed". This thriller opens Jan. 27 at Wheaton Drama. Http://www.wheatondrama.org Steven Merkel
- Friendly neighbors, a loving couple, and a perfect young lady present the appearance of domestic tranquility in "Bad Seed", opening January 27 at Wheaton Drama's Playhouse 111. Shown here are (from left) Monica Breedlove (played by Kristin Morris), Rhoda Penmark (played by Hannah Klose), Emory Wages (played by Anthony Berg), Christine Penmark (played by Amy Royle), and Kenneth Penmark (played by Cesar Gonzales). Ken Beach
- The cast of "Incorruptible" commits to the irreverent humor of Michael Hollinger's comedy, on stage at Playhouse 111 through Oct. 9. From left, Janette Spink (Elgin), Jay Pauer (Wheaton), Lars Timpa (Wood Dale), Jake Disser (Glen Ellyn), Rob Reinalda (Mount Prospect), Ben Aylesworth (Bolingbrook), Christina Fleetwood (Downers Grove), Annie Walker-Bright (Wheaton). Visit www.wheatondrama.org Ken Beach
- Thirteen members of the Choral-Aires Chorus recently showed support for chorus members, families and friends battling breast cancer by participating in the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure in Lombard. The chorus, based in Elmhurst, led all other community teams in fundraising efforts, raising more than $3,000 to fight breast cancer. Lindsey Herza
- Amy Royle of Downers Grove is playing Christine Penmark and Kristin Morris of Chicago is playing her chatty neighbor, Monica Breedlove, in "Bad Seed" at Wheaton Drama. While Christine is beginning to have concerns about the true nature of her daughter, Monica is charmed by Rhoda and enjoys giving her presents. Ken Beach
- WWII Navy veteran Chuck Scheckel is surrounded by his family and Mayor Mike Kwasman following the recent city of West Chicago Council meeting in which he was honored. Krista Coltrin
- Moira Dowell and Bill Noll at Grand Teton National Park. The Sierra Club is presenting a program by Moira Dowell on her experience of bicycling the Great Parks Route at 7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 10, at the Glen Ellyn Public Library, 400 Duane, Glen Ellyn. Moira Dowell
- Since 1909 when W.D. Boyce brought scouting to America, the guiding principles of the Boy Scouts of America has remained the same; preparing young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Scout Law. Deicke Scout Shop, which is operated by the Boy Scouts of America Three Fires Council, supports the mission of scouting through its large inventory of uniforms, camping equipment, achievement recognitions and more. Plus, the shop serves as a resource center for information and registration of upcoming group outings and activities of the Three Fires Council. In 2010, 357 Eagle Scouts, 16,304 Cub Scouts, 6,574 Boy Scouts, 708 Venturers, and 1,547 Explorers were registered members; plus the Council is proud to serve one of the largest special needs packs in the country. Deicke Scout Shop, which is located at 155 West Roosevelt Road has become a regional destination, bringing scouting families from all over the western suburbs to West Chicago. Krista Coltrin
- 14-year old Elisa Maguigad of Downers Grove will share stage time with elite dancers from the world famous Moscow Ballet in a Dec. 10 performance of "The Great Russian Nutcracker" at the Rosemont Theatre. This is the fifth year the talented dancer has been asked to perform with the Moscow Ballet.
- Nearly 500 residents of Lombard's International Village Apartments celebrated the grand opening of the property's newly renovated clubhouse at a June 29 event hosted by owners F&F Realty. The Club IV Kick Off Celebration featured a barbeque with food from Glen Ellyn's Glen Prairie Fine Food & Drink, a band, face painter, caricature artist, fire hula hooper, plus a long list of raffles and other giveaways. The new 13,000-square-foot clubhouse includes a beautiful party room that residents can rent for private events, a kids play room, a business center with computers and WiFi, and a wide variety of recreation options such as indoor and outdoor pools, group fitness studio, exercise equipment, tennis, volleyball, ping pong, billiards and more. Al Zayed, Zayed Photography
- Chicago / Lombard local Kelsey Montanez beat thousands of contestants to get a Golden Ticket to Hollywood on "American Idol" season 11 Mark Montanez
- Jack Smith of Bloomingdale is playing Leroy and Hannah Klose of Naperville is playing Rhoda Penmark in the thriller, "Bad Seed", opening January 27 at Wheaton Drama's Playhouse 111. Ken Beach
- Whole Foods presented a check for $10,348.92 to People's Resource Center on Valentine's Day at Whole Foods, 151 Rice Lake Square, Wheaton. L to R: Susan Manning (PRC staff), Carl Gartner (Whole Foods store team leader), Jennifer Williamson (PRC staff), and Theresa Collins (Whole Foods cashier). Theresa's check-out lane alone was responsible for raising several thousand dollars. Since 1975, People's Resource Center has been bringing neighbors together to respond to hunger and poverty in DuPage County. With a team of over 1,000 volunteers, they offer nutritious food and other basic necessities like clothes and rent assistance for people facing tough times. People's Resource Center
- William White explains to Daniel Hoff, Dawn Mattson and Linda Mattson how the VetDog program has enhanced his life. William has had his Labrador Retriever VetDog, Rudy, for a few years. Rudy helps him swim and get out of the pool and with everyday activities. William lost his arm and leg while serving as a Sergeant in the Marines. The Wood Dale VFW Post #2149 is trying to raise funds to obtain a VetDog for another Illinois veteran in need. You can help the Wood Dale VFW secure a VetDog for one of our Illinois veterans. Send your contributions to: VFW Men’s Auxiliary Post 2149, Attn: D. Mattson Fund, 510 Georgetown Square, Wood Dale, IL, 60191. For more information please call 630-766-0334. Rick Bellgardt
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