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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...
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Imrem: Oh, to be hated like the PatriotsFeb 05, 2017 5:01 pm - Reports leading up to Super Bowl LI were that the New England Patriots are the most hated team in the NFL, if not in all of sports. Consider that paragraph in the contex...
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What's expected of employers, employees during blizzards?Feb 05, 2017 6:16 am - Q: I am a non-exempt health care worker and am confused as to my obligations when inclement weather such as hurricanes and snowstorms is predicted. In the past, the hour...
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Column on Geneva library referendum sparks questionsFeb 05, 2017 6:00 am - Column on Geneva library referendum sparks questions
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Consider a kit when building a sunroomFeb 05, 2017 5:00 am - Q. We think adding a sunroom would give us more space and assist with winter heating our house. What design factors should we consider when building one from a kit or fr...