All Stories from July 3, 2011 (Change date)
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Fireflies: nature’s light showJul 03, 2011 6:00 am - The fireworks of the Fourth of July will burst in a crescendo of color in the sky while crowds “ooh!” and “aah!” There will be another light show, too — a quieter and l...
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College of Lake County stages ‘Oliver!’Jul 03, 2011 6:00 am - Take a quick trip to 19th century London by attending one of the most beloved British musicals, “Oliver!” at the College of Lake County. The departments of theater, mus...
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What's likely in store for BlagojevichJul 03, 2011 6:00 am - An eight-digit number affixed to his prison clothes, a job scrubbing toilets or mopping floors at 12 cents an hour, his incessant jogging confined to a prison yard. Most...
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New travel passes mean more choices, less moneyJul 03, 2011 6:00 am - NEW YORK — Skip lines, pay less and get your money back for tickets you bought but didn't use? Not a bad vacation, if you do the research ahead of time. That's the goal ...
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Art in the garden: Gardening for hummingbirdsJul 03, 2011 1:25 am - Imagine your garden from the perspective of a hummingbird. If you were one of these beautiful little birds, what would be your criteria in your search for a new home? Ÿ ...
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Treasures in your attic: Bisque-headed doll’s value hinges on size, clothingJul 03, 2011 1:00 am - Q. Enclosed is a photograph of a bride doll I purchased years ago at a yard sale. It is marked “Made in Germany Armand Marseille 390.” It has a closed mouth, pierced ear...
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Images: Cubs vs. Sox at Wrigley Field, game threeJul 03, 2011 1:00 am - ...
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The Sensible Home: Select air conditioner carefullyJul 03, 2011 12:30 am - Q. My central air conditioner is 16 years old, noisy and probably inefficient. I want to replace it with a quiet, efficient model. What are the best ones available f...
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July in the garden: Moist spring makes July good for shrub trimmingJul 03, 2011 12:19 am - Cool and moist conditions throughout spring have been great for the early flowers and have brought on lots of tree and shrub growth. Early July is a good time to prune y...
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Dist. 73 insensitive to tax payersJul 03, 2011 12:00 am - Per School District 73 Superintendent Sue Zook’s presentation at the June 13 District 73 xchool board meeting and per the District 73 website, the expected School Distri...