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What to do about son's inattention at schoolFeb 06, 2017 10:00 pm - Q. My son turned 5 right before the school year started. He's clever and capable, but really struggling to sit still, pay attention, perform on command, etc. We've been ...
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Classic cars: Boyhood memory builds Studebaker loyaltyFeb 06, 2017 5:00 am - Rick Shafer's favorite childhood memory was motoring along I-90 and looking out the family car window to see two speeding blurs blow past. Those blurs were two new 1963 ...
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In Transit: Chicago Auto Show roars into town SaturdayFeb 06, 2017 4:30 am - On the hunt for a roomy, fuel-efficient, sexy, turbocharged, sweet ride that corners like a magnet on steel with cup holders and a collision-warning system? You can sear...
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Conference gives artists taste of the business worldFeb 06, 2017 12:00 am - The core idea behind the SEA program is to help rising artists – dancers, writers, singers or something else – discover the business principles they will need to survive...
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Kruse still contributing as Carthage wins a big oneFeb 06, 2017 12:00 am - When he played at Lake Zurich High School, Brad Kruse was called a 'coaches' dream' by Billy Pitcher. "He does every drill and every possession at 100 percent," said the...
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Wheeling readies new group for Hall of FameFeb 06, 2017 12:00 am - Wheeling High School has set the date for the induction of its 2017 class to its Athletic Hall of Fame. The ceremony to honor the newest members will take place at halft...
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Besties Girls Spa opens in Geneva CommonsFeb 05, 2017 10:00 pm - You may start to notice more little girls all dolled up in fancy hair, sparkling makeup and pretty polished hands shopping at the Geneva Commons mall. If so, they've lik...
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Top four spots for wings in the Tri-CitiesFeb 05, 2017 10:00 pm - We don't have to call this another "search" for a great food item, but if you want to weigh in, be sure to share your thoughts by sending me a note. But one of my loyal ...
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How to handle birthdays after Mom's deathFeb 05, 2017 10:00 pm - Adapted from a recent online discussion. Q. It's my birthday today, and my first since my mom passed away last year. I am lucky to have a lot of friends and family, so I...
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East Dundee church hopes to receive comfort dog soonFeb 05, 2017 10:00 pm - When the Immanuel Lutheran Church's congregation receives its comfort dog this year, it will have little time to nap. The golden retriever will be kept busy consoling vi...