Columns
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How the Internet will change libraries is at the front of my mindSep 22, 2007 11:00 pm - One could make the case that libraries as we know them are an endangered species. Ordinary people are saying, "In the age of the Internet, when everyone has a computer,...
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Hey ref, you're right -- it's a jungle out thereSep 22, 2007 11:00 pm - It was supposed to be a meeting of youth sports coaches to discuss new rules and procedures. That's how it started. But it quickly took a turn for the worst. After prese...
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Walt Disney World Resort looking for a few good momsSep 22, 2007 11:00 pm - Is a trip to Walt Disney World Resort your idea of the perfect family vacation? Do you know where to find the one and only campfire marshmallow roast at Walt Disney Worl...
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Aldridge provides glimmer of hope for offenseSep 22, 2007 11:00 pm - SOUTH BEND, Ind. -- Of all the horrendous statistics replayed throughout last week, none dropped more jaws than Notre Dame's rushing average. The Fighting Irish entered ...
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Sharing my anger over a pathetically political amendmentSep 22, 2007 11:00 pm - It's always great to get reader reaction to my Sunday columns. Even better when I come in on a Monday to find my e-mail box bulging with replies to something I wrote. Th...
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Web site weighs in on off season in EuropeSep 22, 2007 11:00 pm - Rick Steves has a great Web site full of tips for European travel. Go to www.ricksteves.com/plan/ tips/whentogo.htm for a helpful set of tips on why to go when. He cover...
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Scoring fashion pointsSep 22, 2007 11:00 pm - Performance wear designed to wick sweat off the body is leaping from the sports field to the classroom. Youth sports venues and high school athletes have seen the buzz o...
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Sweet harmony at WrigleySep 22, 2007 11:00 pm - On a day when the list of Cubs stars includes Sam Fuld -- Sam Fuld? -- hardly anything could be wrong in Wrigleyville. Oh, maybe the two goofs outside on Clark Street co...
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Personal property may not be tied to businessSep 22, 2007 11:00 pm - Q. My husband and I have owned our home for over 30 years. Recently, his business has gone downhill and he now owes a bunch of money to a number of people. These are p...
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Travel industry has become maze of inconvenient conveniencesSep 22, 2007 11:00 pm - The travel industry is sinking billions of dollars into technology such as online booking tools, check-in kiosks and phone systems that recognize your voice, promising i...