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Do pols represent you or the NRA? May 24, 2013 12:00 AM
A Lombard letter to the editor: Those senators who voted against the bill expanding background checks for gun purchases are telling us that they are satisfied with the way things are now. The occasional massacre of innocents in schools, theatres, stores, parades and businesses is OK, so long as the NRA and gun fanatics (since most gun owners would not mind common sense gun control) can do whatever they wish however they want.
8-foot chaparral sculpture finds home at College of DuPage May 24, 2013 12:00 AM
Students rushing to class at College of DuPage may have been in such a hurry that they missed it: an 8-foot bronze sculpture of a chaparral has been installed on the school's Glen Ellyn campus. The chaparral, also known as a roadrunner, isn't common to Illinois, but it has been the COD mascot since the school's founding in 1967 when students hustled to and from 40 various leased classroom sites throughout DuPage County.
Media Communications Specialist offers tips for branding yourself as an Industry ExpertMay 24, 2013 12:00 AM
April Neill, President of April Neill Public Relations shares six tips for positioning yourself, or your business, as the go-to expert in your industry.
Village of Lombard Fire Department Alerts Businesses of Wireless Radio Transmission Availability for Direct Connect Fire AlarmsMay 24, 2013 12:00 AM
LOMBARD, Illinois— The Lombard Fire Department would like to alert businesses of the availability of improved technology in regard to wireless radio transmission for direct connect fire alarms. The upgrade includes changing the current fire alarm communications equipment to radio technology.
Volunteer Community Members Sought For Lombard Board CommitteesMay 24, 2013 12:00 AM
LOMBARD, Illinois—The Village of Lombard is seeking community members for its committees of the Village Board.
Villa Park cops seek man who grabbed 13-year-old girl May 23, 2013 12:00 AM
Police are searching for a man who grabbed a 13-year-old girl by the arm after asking her for money and offering her drugs while she walked to school Thursday morning in Villa Park, authorities said. The encounter occurred about 8 a.m. near Westmore Avenue and Terrace Street.
Rescued Lombard ducklings survive four-day sewer saga May 23, 2013 12:00 AM
Perseverance paid off in one Lombard resident's quest to rescue a group of tiny ducklings trapped in a storm sewer. Ginger Frey enlisted the help of police, public works, PETA, Willowbrook Wildlife Center and finally the Lombard Fire Department — all in the name of four ducklings so small they fell between the grates of a sewer not far from Lombard Lagoon. "They're so scared, it's getting cold at night, and they're really, really tiny," Frey said.
Ventrella pitches Lisle into sectional final May 23, 2013 12:00 AM
DuPage baseball roundup
St. Charles East's Starai baffles Glenbard EastMay 23, 2013 12:00 AM
The beauty of baseball can largely be found in its unique nomenclature. “His uncle Charlie was pretty good today,” St. Charles East coach Len Asquini said after starting pitcher Matt Starai earned a complete-game 2-1 victory over Glenbard East Thursday afternoon at the Class 4A Geneva regional semifinal.
Waterleaf Restaurant Hosts Bethel Heights Vineyard Wine Dinner May 30May 23, 2013 12:00 AM
Waterleaf restaurant in Glen Ellyn will host a Bethel Heights Vineyard wine dinner on Thursday, May 30, which will feature four wines from one of Oregon’s select wineries. Bethel Heights co-owner Jessie Casteel will complete the evening by being on hand to enjoy this exquisite dinner paired with the wines from her vineyard.
College of DuPage and Adjunct Association Approve Two-Year Contract ExtensionMay 23, 2013 12:00 AM
College of DuPage adjunct faculty will receive a two-year contract extension under an agreement approved by the COD Board of Trustees and the COD Adjuncts Association (CODAA).
COD Celebrates 21st Annual GED CommencementMay 23, 2013 12:00 AM
College of DuPage’s Adult Basic Education/General Education Development office honored 82 recipients of their newly earned GED certificates at a ceremony held May 18.
West Chicago Mayor and Police Chief Recognize Citizens for Life Saving ActionsMay 23, 2013 12:00 AM
On Monday, May 20 2013, West Chicago Mayor Ruben Pineda and Police Chief Laz Perez recognized two West Chicago residents for their actions after a neighbor’s house caught fire. They presented the two with the first ever Citizen Life Saving Award at the City Council meeting in front of council members, family, friends, and the grateful family they helped save.
Learn More about College of DuPage Admissions at DuPage Area Libraries May 23, 2013 12:00 AM
In addition, Nackovic will be giving a presentation entitled “Resources for the Unemployed and Career Changers: Accessing Federal Retraining Monies, Financial Aid, Scholarships and the Programs and Services Available to Adults Returning to School” at 7 p.m. on Wed., Oct. 9, at the Thomas Ford
NEDSRA Summer Fishing Derby-June 9thMay 23, 2013 12:00 AM
Summer Fishing Derby June 9th , Sunday 3:00pm to 6:00pm Terrace View Park Lake 22W063 Hodges Road Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181 -------------------------- Oakbrook Terrace Park District and NEDSRA will hold its 23rd annual Summer Kickoff & Fishing Derby on June 9th. This FREE EVENT is held on the day that the State of Illinois does not require a fishing license.
Lombard shooting range reopening after snall fire May 22, 2013 12:00 AM
A Lombard shooting range is reopening Thursday in the wake of a fire that sent three employees to a hospital to be treated for smoke inhalation. Article 2 Gun Range at 250 Cortland Ave. is aiming to reopen its shooting ranges at 3 p.m. after repairing areas damaged by the fire.
Glenbard students view mock DUI crash May 22, 2013 12:00 AM
Members of the Carol Stream police and fire protection districts staged a mock DUI crash scene Wednesday at Glenbard North High School to raise student awareness of alcohol use, particularly during prom season.
Former Glenbard East student accused of shooting threat May 22, 2013 12:00 AM
A former Glenbard East student stands accused of planning to commit a mass shooting at the Lombard high school's graduation ceremony, authorities said Wednesday. Michael Santoro, 19, of Lombard, has been charged with disorderly conduct for planning the attack, possession of ammunition without a firearm owners identification card and unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia. He was taken into custody Tuesday and appeared Wednesday in bond court.
Jourdan can’t save Glenbard South May 22, 2013 12:00 AM
Glenbard South senior goalkeeper Dana Jourdan couldn't do much more to keep her team in its match against Fenwick during Wednesday's Class 2A Riverside-Brookfield sectional semifinal.
Health Department closed on Memorial DayMay 22, 2013 12:00 AM
The DuPage County Health Department’s Public Health Centers in Addison, Lombard, West Chicago, Westmont and Wheaton will be closed Monday, May 27, 2013, in observance of Memorial Day.