Lifestyle
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Winterize by sharpening tools, mounding rosesDec 02, 2023 5:00 am - Sharpen and clean your garden tools before putting them away for the season. Sharpen spades with an electric hand grinder and put the bevel on the inside edge of the spa...
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A dozen fresh-picked holiday gift ideas for gardeners
Dec 02, 2023 5:00 am - The best holiday gifts for gardeners are the ones that keep their minds in the dirt, even during the off-season. These gardening and garden-themed gifts will sow the see...
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What to know about kidney condition in kids that can cause pain, swellingDec 02, 2023 5:00 am - The human kidney filters blood to make urine. After urine is made, it goes into a funnel-shaped portion of the kidney called the collecting system. When this part of th...
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Suburban Skyview: Woodfield Mall parking lot completely full on Black FridayDec 02, 2023 5:00 am - Black Friday was hectic inside the packed interior of Woodfield Mall in Schaumburg, and outside nearly every one of the 10,000 parking spots was taken by midafternoon. I...
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Browning evergreens? What you need to know
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After a long month of home repairs, I'm ready for the holidaysDec 02, 2023 5:00 am - Well, I think my house has been totally repaired (for now), so I'm ready for the December holidays. Christmas, in my case. November was a marathon “month of repairs.” On...
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Helping people regain independence is the goal of Lazarus HouseDec 02, 2023 4:30 am - As the name implies, the aim of Lazarus House is one of renewal. “The goal is to help individuals find their way back to independent living,” said Sue King, a developmen...
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Race to the finish: Record numbers participate in Arlington Heights' annual Santa RunDec 02, 2023 12:00 am - This story has been updated to correct the spelling of Cari Wilkins' name. Running enthusiast Jonathan Roberts spent months preparing for the Rotary Club of Arlingt...
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Fund set up to help independent living center residents after fire in NapervilleDec 01, 2023 10:00 pm - A recent fire at Naperville's Katharine Manor Apartments, a facility managed by the Illinois Independent Living Center, has caused significant damage and distress to its...
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'We are aware of the problem': Kane County working to fix EV charging station in GenevaDec 01, 2023 5:00 am - Because I currently don't have much interest in an electric vehicle doesn't mean I won't be driving one years from now. Still, the current disinterest creates a lack of ...