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Firm takes spot along State StreetMar 11, 2008 11:00 pm - Jim Dorn says his previous business office was "boring" because it was located in a secluded Rolling Meadows office park "where everyone blended together." Dorn and his ...
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Yo, candidate. Don't call me. I'll call youMar 11, 2008 11:00 pm - Hey, political guys and gals, listen to this: Click. Buzzzzzzzzz… And don't call back. Please. That's the message from a Huntley resident after she was inundated with re...
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Brunswick Zone XL strikes fancy of locals -- before openingMar 11, 2008 11:00 pm - It's already all the rage, and it doesn't even officially open until Wednesday. But it seems the opening of the new Brunswick Zone XL along Randall Road is much anticipa...
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Cooking to pleaseMar 11, 2008 11:00 pm - Food Network stars like Paula Dean and Bobby Flay have no impact on Tom Francis. Inspiration for his cooking, not to mention life, comes from his wife of 15 years, JoAnn...
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Be smart about how you use tax refundMar 11, 2008 11:00 pm - WASHINGTON -- For years I've been begging people not to use tax withholding as a forced savings tool. I understand the reasoning. Times are tight and people want some fi...
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Pingree Grove's top official also a Mr. MomMar 11, 2008 11:00 pm - If you're walking the streets of Pingree Grove during the day, you might want to make sure you're not doing anything foolish. That's because you may bump into Village Pr...
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A leaner take on Grandma's tuna casseroleMar 11, 2008 11:00 pm - Nicolle Carfagnini of Palatine wrote: "I made the mac and cheese recipe two weeks ago, and it was phenomenal!" Thank you, Nicolle. The love for mac and cheese knows few ...
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The snack itself is problem, not how late you eat itMar 11, 2008 11:00 pm - Q. Does food eaten at night turn to fat more easily? A. If eating in the evening causes weight gain, then it's hard to explain the low incidence of obesity in European c...
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For new wine outlets, there's no place like homeMar 11, 2008 11:00 pm - One of the great joys of visiting Italy is spending time in its regional enotecas, which are kind of living museums of the local wines. You can stay for hours, chatting ...
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Stand-up coaching job by SitterMar 11, 2008 11:00 pm - DEKALB -- OK, so it ended here Tuesday night for the Elgin Maroons. Or maybe it's just beginning. Four months ago, everyone knew the talent the Elgin High boys basketbal...