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If Olympics come here, Des Plaines wants to be a partJan 17, 2008 10:00 pm - With Chicago bidding for the 2016 Olympics, suburbs are likely to host some events. Des Plaines wants to be one of them. Mayor Tony Arredia said Thursday that Schaumbu...
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Contrasts in governing experience in presidential raceJan 17, 2008 10:00 pm - It was fascinating to watch the three top contenders for the Democratic nomination discuss their concept of the presidency during Tuesday night's MSNBC debate in Las Veg...
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Proposed cultural arts venue lingers on Bartlett agendaJan 17, 2008 10:00 pm - A cultural arts center in Bartlett would provide a forum for all kinds of community theater. And residents are already getting a taste of one potential genre: drama. The...
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Officer's 35 years of protecting Schaumburg sets recordJan 17, 2008 10:00 pm - Schaumburg this month is honoring the 35th service anniversary of the man who's become the village's longest-serving police officer. Officer Paul Schnetz, a native of Ho...
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Eaton deserves award for restoring Falcons' programJan 17, 2008 10:00 pm - Maybe David Eaton should toss his hat into the presidential race. After turning around the Wheaton North girls basketball program in four years, perhaps he could do the ...
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Streamwood's Mark makes herself heard loud and clearJan 17, 2008 10:00 pm - Ryanne Mark has more drive than Detroit. The 17-year-old Streamwood High senior competed in a mini-triathalon last summer with her athletic mom, Tammi. She plays year-ro...
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Veterinarian on wheelsJan 17, 2008 10:00 pm - Veterinarian Lisa McIntyre makes house calls. The Naperville native is filling a niche by offering veterinary services at her clients homes. Over the summer, McIntyre st...
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Animal clinic's event makes microchipping pet a little easierJan 17, 2008 10:00 pm - A veterinarian in town is offering a way to ease the anxiety when a pet goes missing. Loving Care Animal Clinic can place a microchip under a pet's skin with a number li...
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Misleading headline explained by teacher after student inquiryJan 17, 2008 10:00 pm - Along with never-ending examples of the Hapsburg family's imprint on western civilization, my favorite high school history teacher drilled into me a certain outlook on l...
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Chef prefers home styleJan 17, 2008 10:00 pm - Lifelong Long Grove resident Tim Almy thought his hometown was in need of a restaurant offering a quick, quality meal. He recently opened an eatery at 132 Old McHenry R...