Lifestyle Stories from December 4, 2015 (Change date)
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Try planting bulbs in containersDec 04, 2015 5:00 am - For a unique bulb display in spring, plant bulbs in containers. It is possible to layer bulbs in the container to create a dramatic display of bulbs. Keep the containers...
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Wee veggies: Giving thanks for small blessingsDec 04, 2015 5:00 am - My Brussels sprouts are looking underdeveloped, to say the least. They're slow to size up this year, as are those of several neighbors, even the farmer down the road. ...
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Night life events: Will you meet Krampus or St. Nick at Hofbrauhaus Saturday?Dec 04, 2015 5:00 am - Krampus at Hofbrauhaus On the naughty list? Expect a visit from Krampus, the Germanic folklore beast, between 6 and 9 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 5, at Hofbrauhaus in Rose...
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Schaumburg's Escape caters to carnivores, cocktail loversDec 04, 2015 5:00 am - With Drink Nightclub down the street, the opening of Escape Lounge & Sports Bar on Sept. 24 has turned Algonquin Road into a destination for Schaumburg residents and oth...
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$100 to lift spirits of friend who suffered strokeDec 04, 2015 4:30 am - Today's winner of a $100 bill through the Believe Project is Julie Schwartz of Buffalo Grove. Here is an excerpt of her story: "My friend could really use a Believe enve...
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Are baby boomers causing shortage in real-estate listings?Dec 04, 2015 1:00 am - WASHINGTON - They rocked at Woodstock, marched in protest on campus, distrusted authority, and then as adults, took out mortgages and bought lots of real estate. But now...
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How to keep pests out of your home during colder monthsDec 04, 2015 12:01 am - When temperatures drop, pests may seek warmth exactly where you don't want them - in your home! Here are some tips for keeping critters out of your house this fall and w...
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Clothes dryer vent buckets are not to codeDec 04, 2015 12:00 am - Q. I remember an article you wrote many years ago about vent buckets not being allowed for clothes dryers. My condo has no outside vent for the dryer, so I've always use...
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Grayslake Central students collect 50,000 pounds of foodDec 04, 2015 12:00 am - Grayslake Central High School students collected more than 50,000 pounds of food during the school's 23rd annual food drive. Student Council and Public Service Practicum...
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Veterans Conservation Corps announces winter projectsDec 04, 2015 12:00 am - A kiosk and bird houses are the winter projects for the Volunteer Veterans Conservation Corp, which allows veterans to continue serving their country by assisting with a...