Columns
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Lester: Elk Grove Township confident building isn't contaminatedDec 05, 2016 4:00 am - Elk Grove Township's supervisor tells me he's confident of getting an all-clear from the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency if the township runs into trouble s...
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Catchings makes winning contribution to unity through sportDec 05, 2016 12:00 am - Former Stevenson standout Tamika Catchings helped the Patriots win the Class AA state championship in 1995. She helped Tennessee win a national championship in 1998 and ...
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Rozner: Selig in the Hall of Fame is just wrongDec 05, 2016 12:00 am - Each December when the Hall of Fame player ballot arrives in the mailbox, included is a list of rules. States Rule No. 5, "Voting shall be based upon the player's record...
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Buffalo Grove's Akiyoshi excels in spite of POTS challengeDec 05, 2016 12:00 am - Many of those who followed area girls volleyball the past few years knew Buffalo Grove's Kiarra Akiyoshi was one of the top liberos in the Mid-Suburban League. What many...
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Where to see Santa along Randall RoadDec 04, 2016 10:00 pm - If you still need to get your Christmas list to the man in red, there will be plenty of chances to spot Santa at businesses up and down the Randall Road corridor in the ...
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Imrem: For one game, the Bears' formula worked to perfectionDec 04, 2016 4:01 pm - The blueprint for the Bears' future was on display Sunday in Soldier Field. Do nothing until the final couple minutes of the first half. Then discover the forward pass f...
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How to get your résumé past the machinesDec 04, 2016 6:14 am - Question from readers, everywhere (paraphrased): How do I write a résumé that will get me hired? Answer: I have a confession: The shame of my first résumé - savaged by a...
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Having a younger boss could hurt job performance, productivityDec 04, 2016 6:13 am - It's an awkward experience so relatable - the older employee who works for a younger boss - that Hollywood has made movies about it. Remember Dennis Quaid's incredulous ...
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Fire-building tips for fireplacesDec 04, 2016 5:00 am - Q. I added a blower and will use my fireplace often this year. I have had a problem getting fires started. What is the best way to lay a fire and get it started without ...
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A look at some long-vacant stores and restaurants in the Tri-CitiesDec 04, 2016 5:00 am - It is troubling to see some of the bigger retail locations in the area sit empty for a long time. We've mentioned those fairly regularly in this column, from the Charles...