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Taugner, Lake Park edge closer to UEC title May 15, 2013 12:00 AM
The few times Christian Taugner finds himself in a jam, he always manages to find that extra gear. It's not a pretty sight for opponents. Behind another masterful pitching performance from its senior ace, Lake Park moved a step closer to the Upstate Eight Conference baseball title with Tuesday's 6-0 victory over Waubonsie Valley in Roselle.
Best bets: Characters welcome at Anime Central May 14, 2013 12:00 AM
Anime Central 2013, the Midwest's largest convention of Japanese animation and manga, returns for a weekend-long bash at Rosemont's Donald E. Stephens Convention Center. Scale a 25-foot rock wall, balance on a paddle board and more during the JustPlay! Sports & Rec Festival at the Carol Stream Town Center. See works created by artists on the autism spectrum in the exhibit “Brilliance of Autism” at the Art Museo in the InterContinental Chicago O’Hare.
Parking meters thing of the past in downtown Aurora May 14, 2013 12:00 AM
Parking meters in downtown Aurora are history. Literally. The last remaining meter was symbolically removed and given to the Aurora Historical Society on Tuesday as the city transitioned to a free parking system. Signs designating areas allowing parking for 90 minutes or two, three, six or 10 hours have been posted throughout the streets surrounding Stolp Island, and residents now can adjust to the new regulations.
Glenbard South still unbeaten in conference May 14, 2013 12:00 AM
Lake Park overcomes lull May 14, 2013 12:00 AM
Lake Park got off to a fast start in all three sets in volleyball Tuesday against conference rival and host Waubonsie Valley. Then the Warriors battled back into contention three times, but the Lancers held them off in two of the three sets for a 25-21, 22-25, 25-18 victory in the Upstate Eight Conference Valley Division clash.
Images: Daily Herald prep photos of the week May 14, 2013 12:00 AM
The Prep Photos of the Week gallery includes the best high school sports pictures by Daily Herald photographers. This week's gallery features photos from water polo, track, baseball, softball, gymnastics, volleyball and soccer.
Naper Settlement’s ‘Celebration of Craft Beer’ features hops and liquid historyMay 14, 2013 12:00 AM
Naper Settlement is brewing up some great summer fun during the third annual Celebration of Craft Beer from 6:30-9:30 p.m. Saturday, June 1 at 523 S. Webster St., Naperville.
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Life not the same for Hoffman mother as GiGi's Playhouse expands May 13, 2013 12:00 AM
Kukec's People featuresNancy Gianni, who started Hoffman Estates-based Gigi's Playhouse, a facility for children with Down Syndrome. Her daughter, now 10, was the inspiration for what now has turned into a national chain of playhouses that help both children and adults with Down's.
10 charged in two-day Aurora prostitution sting May 13, 2013 12:00 AM
Six women and four men face charges following a two-day prostitution sting staged last week by Aurora police officers. The operation, which was staged Wednesday and Thursday at an undisclosed private residence in Aurora, targeted several different online sites known for advertising sexual services.
Tri-Cities police reports May 13, 2013 12:00 AM
Robert G. Byland, 19, of Batavia, was charged at 6:15 a.m. Sunday with illegal consumption of alcohol by a minor, criminal damage to property, failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident and possession of drug paraphernalia in the 1000 block of Winnebago Trail, according to a police report.
Naperville Central clinches share of DVC title May 13, 2013 12:00 AM
Neuqua Valley edges Lake Park May 13, 2013 12:00 AM
Cattenhead a hit for Glenbard South May 13, 2013 12:00 AM
To say Ashton Cattenhead has been a pleasant surprise for Glenbard South only tells half the story. It was a surprise she's even here. Cattenhead played for Glenbard South's freshman team two years ago, then moved to Huntley her sophomore year. Julie Fonda, the Raiders softball coach, didn't realize Cattenhead was back until she bumped into her in the hallway last fall.
Youthful St. Charles North searching for consistency May 13, 2013 12:00 AM
Perhaps St. Charles North baseball coach Todd Genke should have figured this would be a challenging season when the team's annual trip to downstate Marion was shortened due to a late-March snowstorm. Whatever the case, it definitely has not been business as usual for the North Stars this season.
CN100 Game of the Week: Girls 3A Metea Valley Regional ChampionshipMay 13, 2013 12:00 AM
A trip to sectionals will be on the line at the Metra Valley regional championship on the CN100 Game of the Week.
West Chicago's Community Art Banner Project Answers A Question of Balance From the Perspective of Eleven ArtistsMay 13, 2013 12:00 AM
West Chicago's Community Art Banner Project Answers A Question of Balance From the Perspective of Eleven Artists
May Out to Lunch in Downtown ElginMay 13, 2013 12:00 AM
On Monday, May 20, DNA has invited representatives from cities in the Fox Valley to discuss our downtowns' development successes and challenges, share strategies and take a brief tour of downtown Elgin. Presentation begins at 10AM at Gail Borden Public Library with buffet lunch at Noon at Danny's Pizza on Douglas.
Aurora Central Catholic Junior Scores a Perfect 36May 13, 2013 12:00 AM
Michael Foley, junior at Aurora Central Catholic, scores a perfect 36 on the ACT.
AID thanks donors at open house May 13, 2013 12:00 AM
The Association for Individual Development hosted an open house for current and potential business and recycling partners, as well as the general public. The AID workshop and recycling program allows individuals with disabilities the opportunity to perform meaningful work and develop job skills.