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A simple action plan to reduce your risk of cancerFeb 11, 2013 12:00 AM
February is National Cancer Prevention Month and the DuPage County Health Department encourages residents to focus on what is most important to prevent cancer and get healthy.
COD Offers New Biomedical Engineering Technology Degree Feb 11, 2013 12:00 AM
College of DuPage is offering a new Biomedical Engineering Technology degree for students pursuing careers as electronic technicians in hospitals,
February ‘Images’ Highlights 3+1 Programs, Visiting ChefFeb 11, 2013 12:00 AM
“Images,” College of DuPage’s monthly one-half hour television show, features in its February edition segments on the College’s innovative 3+1 programs, highlights from a recent event with visiting Chef Paul Virant and a cooking segment with Culinary Professor Chris Thielman.
COD Chamber Singers Invited to Choral Festivals This SpringFeb 11, 2013 12:00 AM
The College of DuPage Chamber Singers have been invited to perform at two choral festivals this spring.
New Philharmonic gets three-concert reprieve Feb 11, 2013 12:00 AM
A 36-year-old professional orchestra that appeared to be playing its last note at the College of DuPage is getting an encore. College officials have agreed to give the New Philharmonic orchestra a 3-concert season in 2013-14 after receiving letters and emails from patrons upset that the 80-member ensemble might have given its final curtain call at a January concert. The orchestra had been performing at the college's McAninch Arts Center in Glen Ellyn until this season, when a $35 million renovation project began that forced the orchestra to schedule concerts off-campus.
'Ashes to Go' idea expands internationally Feb 11, 2013 12:00 AM
Episcopal church leaders across the suburbs, the nation, and even the world on Wednesday will help commuters at train stations mark the beginning of Lent with a visible symbol of human mortality — ashes, via a movement called Ashes to Go. "Churches in the Chicago area have made a real effort to invite other people to do this," said the Rev. Emily Mellott of Calvary Episcopal Church in Lombard.
Tax increase questions on several DuPage ballotsFeb 10, 2013 12:00 AM
Voters in several DuPage County communities will weigh in this spring on an array of ballot questions from governmental entities, including five that are seeking more tax money.
Images: The Week in Pictures Feb 10, 2013 12:00 AM
This edition of The Week in Pictures features a dads and daughters dance, kids science projects, and cold and snowy weather.
Kids have snowy fun at Lombard Winter Carnival Feb 9, 2013 12:00 AM
The Lombard Park District’s annual Winter Carnival gave families plenty of ways to celebrate the snowy season Saturday afternoon with a sled hill, s’mores and games at Sunset Knoll recreation center.
Learn about 'Cemetery Sleuthing for Ancestors' Feb. 16Feb 8, 2013 12:00 AM
Kathy Kult will share tips for ancestors in cemeteries effectively, recording what one finds.Join the Computer-Assisted Genealogy Group of Northern Illinois (CAGGNI) as she shares tips for searching for your departed ancestors in cemeteries and effectively recording what you find.
Community Members Invited to Take a Seat at Midwestern University’s Mini-Medical School Feb 8, 2013 12:00 AM
Community members can learn about current topics in healthcare at Midwestern University’s Mini-Medical School. The Mini-Medical School will be held from 6:30 to 8:15 PM on February 21st, February 28th, March 7th, and March 14th at the University’s campus located at 555 31st Street in Downers Grove.
Gallery Theater sets audition dates for spring productionFeb 8, 2013 12:00 AM
Gallery Theater of West Chicago has announced audition dates for its upcoming spring production of "Over the River and Through the Woods" at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 19 and Thursday, Feb. 21. Callbacks, if necessary, will be on Sunday, Feb. 24, at 4 p.m.
Zepeda leads Lake Park to victory Feb 8, 2013 12:00 AM
Defense does it for Glenbard East Feb 8, 2013 12:00 AM
Led by Marvin Grant-Clark’s game-high 17 points with two others scoring in double digits and a defense that put the clamps on a very good offense, it was no surprise after Glenbard East’s 66-51 win over visiting Naperville North on Friday that talk was about overall team play and defense. “Defense is the key. If we get our stops, the offense is going to come,” Grant-Clark said. “I thought we were very unselfish.” Mike Kjeldsen followed Grant-Clark with 16 points and Tahron Harvey had 13.
Suspect called ‘Beauty Salon’ bandit faces charges in DuPage Feb 8, 2013 12:00 AM
An Evanston man whom authorities dubbed the “Beauty Salon” robber is facing additional criminal charges in connection with the robbery of four DuPage County businesses. Jason Logsdon, 41, of 900 Chicago Ave., was charged Friday with the DuPage robberies.
Dist. 44 art showcased at Lombard Village HallFeb 7, 2013 12:00 AM
LOMBARD, Illinois— Artwork of District 44 students will be showcased in the Village Hall Community Room beginning February 27 through the end of March.
Lilac Time craft fair accepting applicationsFeb 7, 2013 12:00 AM
LOMBARD, Illinois—The annual Lilac Time Art & Craft Fair planning has been underway for several weeks now. With the event slated for Sunday, May 5, committee members have been meeting to jury the applications received thus far…but there's still time!
COD Career Fair attracts 500Feb 7, 2013 12:00 AM
More than 500 job seekers attended the inaugural College of DuPage, Daily Herald Career Fair on Saturday, Feb. 2.
COD to hold 2013-2014 New Philharmonic seasonFeb 7, 2013 12:00 AM
College of DuPage has announced that it will present a 2013-2014 New Philharmonic season while the McAninch Arts Center continues renovations.
Free federal, state tax help at College of DuPageFeb 7, 2013 12:00 AM
College of DuPage is offering free assistance with electronic preparation of state and federal tax returns on Saturday mornings Feb. 16 through April 6 at the College’s Glen Ellyn campus.