Lifestyle Stories from April 1, 2020
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Hold the caring touch, friendly conversation: It's food only from Meals on Wheels
Apr 3, 2020 7:32 PM - There was a time when Meals on Wheels provided food to older residents, people with disabilities and those in need, along with so much more like a caring touch, a friendly conversation and a helping hand. But all of those extras are being pulled back in this age of the COVID-19 pandemic. For now, it's just the meals. -
Local chiropractors host WINGS donation drive
Apr 3, 2020 12:53 PM - The mission of WINGS is to "provide housing, integrated services, education and advocacy to end domestic violence," and Sleigh Family Chiropractic in Arlington Heights will be hosting its fourth annual donation drive to benefit individuals served by the nonprofit. -
Lake Forest Resident Steps Up to Help with COVID-19 Crisis
Apr 2, 2020 12:38 PM - Last week Lake Forest resident Steve Platcow was listening to the news about the ongoing medical supply shortages across the country, when he suddenly remembered he had several hazmat suits sitting in storage. -
How to manage stress during the coronavirus pandemic
Apr 2, 2020 8:23 AM - With the legalization of cannabis in Illinois, it may be tempting to turn to marijuana -- as well as tobacco and alcohol -- as a way to manage anxiety during the coronavirus pandemic. -
Keep your distance, Lake County forest preserve visitors told, or preserves will close
Apr 2, 2020 8:08 AM - Lake County forest preserves and trails are open, but officials warn that can quickly change if visitors don't practice safe distancing. -
Morton Arboretum closing after visitors flout social distancing warnings
Apr 2, 2020 8:05 AM - The Morton Arboretum will close its doors after visitors failed to adhere to social distancing guidelines. -
E-learning will serve students well for years to comeApr 2, 2020 7:43 AM - Glenbard High School District 87 Superintendent David Larson says the e-learning being used during the COVID-10 pandemic will serve students well for years to come.
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'It was delightful,' seniors say of first video chat in COVID-19 times
Apr 1, 2020 5:35 PM - Staff members at the Vines Senior Homes in Elgin have been trying to make sure the 62 residents communicate with their families, including with video chats, which many residents had never experienced. -
Demand for grocery delivery service creates long waitlists -- how stores are trying to fix that
Apr 1, 2020 5:21 PM - With millions of Americans stuck in their homes because of the coronavirus pandemic, demand for grocery-store delivery and even curbside pickup services has skyrocketed -- resulting in waitlists of a week or more at many stores in the suburbs. -
NASA call for astronauts draws 12,000 spaceflight hopefuls
Apr 1, 2020 3:12 PM - NASA's latest call for astronauts has drawn 12,000 spaceflight hopefuls
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