All Stories from February 17, 2012 (Change date)
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Spellman's Scorecard: Blackhawks, Illini and moreFeb 17, 2012 4:30 am - Elder skatesmen: Yes, it's finally over with Thursday night's 4-2 victory over the Rangers. But one of the most upsetting aspects of watching the Blackhawks' n...
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Incentives fuel sales tax boost in Vernon HillsFeb 17, 2012 4:30 am - An incentive-driven upswing in sales tax and strong financial bottom line bode well for Vernon Hills, according to longtime Mayor Roger Byrne. The introduction of afford...
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OTB plans on track in Hoffman EstatesFeb 17, 2012 4:30 am - After years of talks, an off-track betting facility may finally land in Hoffman Estates by the fall. The final site plan for a restaurant that would offer OTB in the vil...
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Local emergency alert service sees growthFeb 17, 2012 4:30 am - Jacob Hargrave of Grayslake and Glenn Graham of Vernon Hills are planning to grow EverybodySafe.com, a site that allows first-responders and hospital personnel to quickl...
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Rolling Meadows students meet first ladyFeb 17, 2012 4:30 am - A group of Rolling Meadows High School students visiting Washington, D.C. got the surprise of a lifetime Thursday when they met first lady Michelle Obama and first dog B...
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Don’t harm patients in Medicaid reformFeb 17, 2012 4:00 am - The state’s Medicaid program is a tempting target for budget cutters during this spring’s General Assembly session. The Illinois Hospital Association (IHA) is asking sta...
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The new Lego ‘women’Feb 17, 2012 4:00 am - My sons are aghast at what we call the new “Lady Legos.” So am I. They think our favorite toy manufacturer’s new “Friends” line of building kits aimed at girls is “stupi...
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Lincoln found his way to ChristianityFeb 17, 2012 4:00 am - Mr. Lorimer, in his letter of Feb. 10, seems to voice the confusion of some concerning Abraham Lincoln’s spirituality. While I do not claim to be an expert on the ...
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When did bus driver have physical?Feb 17, 2012 4:00 am - When discussing the accident involving the school bus near Big Rock, I found it to be a Class C license when carrying passengers. I have friends that have CDL licenses a...
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Ashamed to live amid activist judgesFeb 17, 2012 4:00 am - I am appalled by the federal appeals court decision to usurp the power and will of the people by striking down Proposition 8 which defines “marriage” as the union of one...