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CN100 Game of the Week: Boys Basketball - Maine South vs. New TrierFeb 11, 2013 12:00 AM
It's a CSL showdown on the CN100 Game of the Week.
Oakton students raise awareness about violence against women Feb 11, 2013 12:00 AM
Oakton Community College students will join in the "One Billion Rising" global campaign to raise awareness about violence against women and girls this Valentine's Day. The college's Women's and Gender Studies Program is joining organizations from more than 160 countries worldwide to participate in the campaign calling for one billion men and women to raise awareness about violence against women.
Kotowski a central player in gun debateFeb 10, 2013 12:00 AM
Before being elected to the state Senate, Democrat Dan Kotowski of Park Ridge was a visible player in the emotional debate over guns in Illinois. Kotowski worked for six years as the executive director for the Illinois Council Against Handgun Violence, making him one of the state’s top gun control lobbyists. Now, as both sides are set to clash on the issue in 2013, Kotowski could have a key role in that debate.
League of Women Voters Celebrates 93nd BirthdayFeb 9, 2013 12:00 AM
The League of Women Voters is elated today to celebrate our 93rd anniversary. Since our founding in 1920, the League has worked tirelessly to protect and uphold the constitutional right to vote, a right that composes the very foundation of our democracy.
DCFS places Maine West educators on child abuse, neglect registry Feb 9, 2013 12:00 AM
The Department of Children and Family Services has validated several claims of abuse and neglect filed against two Maine West educators following allegations of hazing in the school’s sports program and put their names on a state list of child abusers which is accessible to employers. The department’s investigation concluded Jan. 30.
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.
Village Church of Barrington to host Stephen Ministry Workshop Mar 2Feb 8, 2013 12:00 AM
This workshop is an excellent opportunity for church leaders and other members to learn about the Stephen Series, a ministry system that equips and mobilizes laypeople for effective caring ministry.
Guerin Prep senior to play Division 1 Football for Western MichiganFeb 8, 2013 12:00 AM
Guerin Prep congratulates senior Kristof Ifkovits, who signed his letter of intent to play Division 1 football with Western Michigan University.
Arlington Heights Orthodontist Dr. Yarmolyuk Celebrates Open HouseFeb 7, 2013 12:00 AM
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL, January 21, 2013 --Arlington Heights orthodontist, Dr. Yarmolyuk, hosted an open house at his practice Orthodontic Experts for all local dental professionals and friends on January 19th. The warm and energetic atmosphere at Orthodontic Experts could be experienced firsthand during this open house event. The guests had an opportunity to tour the facility and learn about its features and types of treatment that is provided by Dr. Yarmolyuk and his team.
Northwest Symphony Orchestra concert Feb. 10 with dueling trumpetsFeb 7, 2013 12:00 AM
The award winning Northwest Symphony Orchestra will present the second concert of its 61st season on Sunday, February 10, at 3:30 PM at the Theatre for the Performing Arts at Maine West High School, 1755 S. Wolf Road in Des Plaines.
Second fired Maine West coach in hazing case files appeal Feb 7, 2013 12:00 AM
Fired Maine West High School freshman soccer coach Emilio Rodriguez has requested a hearing to appeal his dismissal over allegations of hazing among team members, Maine Township High School District 207 spokesman Dave Beery said Thursday. Rodriguez, a tenured teacher in the applied arts and technology department, was the second Maine West coach to be fired over the hazing scandal. His dismissal in late January came more than a month after the school board fired head boys varsity soccer coach Michael Divincenzo after accusations surfaced that senior members of the soccer team hazed freshman teammates.
Free manicures with mammograms on Mondays in March at Holy Family Medical CenterFeb 6, 2013 12:00 AM
Schedule a mammogram on any Monday in March and receive a free mini-manicure at Holy Family Medical Center
Des Plaines Camera Club Presents “Flash - Small Unit, Big Impact” Feb 5, 2013 12:00 AM
Don Chen presentation on the key features/operations of flash unit will be explained such as: TTL, sync speed, flash exposure compensation (FEC), high speed sync, first/second curtain sync
Don't Forget about your eyesFeb 5, 2013 12:00 AM
January was devoted to informing people about the importance of eye care, but it doesn’t stop there. There are many ways you can help keep promoting eye care health.
Two Promotions in the Des Plaines Police Department Feb 5, 2013 12:00 AM
Two members of the Des Plaines Police Department were promoted at the Monday, February 4, 2013, City Council Meeting at Des Plaines City Hall, 1420 Miner Street.
Experience the Boomers Like a VIP in the ALL-NEW Executive ClubFeb 5, 2013 12:00 AM
Be the first to join the Schaumburg Boomers exclusive Executive Club where you can own individual seats in one of our lavish luxury suites with food and beverage included all for one low price for the 2013 season. The Boomers have turned one luxury suite into the swanky summer home of some of Schaumburg and the surrounding area’s most successful businesses. A season pass to the Executive Club includes premium indoor and outdoor seating for all 51 games plus a rotating menu of decadent buffet food and non-alcoholic beverages included for the low price of roughly $39 per game per seat.
Suburbs rise, join billion dancing women to change world Feb 5, 2013 12:00 AM
On the most romantic day of the year, groups around the suburbs will rise up, speak out and dance as part of a worldwide effort to end violence against women. Says 71-year-old Mary Shesgreen, one of the organizers and a longtime member of Fox Valley Citizens for Peace and Justice: "Dancing feels wonderful. It feels liberating. It feels empowering. It's aesthetically expressive. Dance is a very strong and liberating force."
Exhibition showcases works by Oakton art faculty Feb 5, 2013 12:00 AM
The Koehnline Museum is holding a free gala reception from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 7, for a new exhibition by two of Oakton Community College's senior faculty members who will be retiring after long careers with the art department.
Local chorus offers Singing Valentines to the western suburbsFeb 4, 2013 12:00 AM
This Valentine’s Day, give the gift of a love song to that someone special in your life. The award-winning Sweet Adelines Chorus, the Choral-Aires, is offering Singing Valentines throughout Chicago’s western suburbs from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Thursday, February 14.
Verber’s impact was widespread in high school sports Feb 4, 2013 12:00 AM
There are not many coaches from the Chicago suburbs who can say they were part of an IHSA state basketball championship team. But that's what happened for George Verber as an assistant to Maine South coach Quitman Sullins when the Hawks won the 1979 Class AA state title. Verber, who died from leukemia on Jan. 22, went on to become the head coach at Maine West for three seasons and led the Warriors to a conference championship in the 1981-82 season. That was the same year Derril Kipp took over the girls basketball program at Maine West. "He helped teach our kids the 1-3-1 defense we used in 1985 when we beat Maine South to go downstate," said Kipp, a Hall of Fame coach. "Maine South was No. 1 in state and we beat them in the Conant supersectional."