Lifestyle Columns
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Condo sale closed without board’s knowledge: Who should pay assessments?Feb 25, 2026 4:54 pm - The closing of a unit in our association occurred without the board’s knowledge. Is the new owner responsible for the prior owner’s unpaid assessments?
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Spring cleaning? Do’s and don’ts for dropping off items at donation centersFeb 25, 2026 10:19 am - For those doing some spring cleaning and decluttering, here are some do’s and don’ts for donating items to organizations such as Salvation Army and Goodwill.
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The gift of new problems — at work and in lifeFeb 25, 2026 8:33 am - It appears that there are many new dilemmas facing employers today — in addition to the complex nuances of the old standard ones. I’ve decided to view these dilemmas as a gift rather than a burden.
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One pan and 25 minutes is all you need for Bowtie Turkey with CabbageFeb 25, 2026 5:08 am - If you are looking for a healthy dinner that uses just one pan and arrives at the dinner table quickly, look no further than One Pan Bowtie Turkey with Cabbage.
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Early March is a good time for pruning fruit treesFeb 24, 2026 4:42 pm - Prune fruit trees in our area between late February and early March before the buds begin to swell. The branching habits are easy to see, and the weather is generally more conducive to outdoor work.
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Owner afraid to get a building permitFeb 24, 2026 10:55 am - A homeowner wants to convert the garage of her 100-year-old house to a bedroom, but is hesitant to apply for a building permit because the property might not be able to meet modern codes.
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What’s the difference between removing an officer and a board member on an association?Feb 18, 2026 11:17 am - The declaration for our association discusses removal of officers and removal of board members. There are different procedures for both. Isn’t an officer a board member?
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Forget the frosting: Bake the design right into your cake with this Patterned Swiss RollFeb 18, 2026 5:58 am - It’s Penny Kazmier’s birthday. This year she made herself a Patterned Swiss Roll, complete with Happy Birthday message and a multicolored candles design.
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All in one place: How Geneva library staff planned new Aging Well collectionFeb 18, 2026 3:00 am - The Geneva Library’s new Aging Well collection aims to be a one-stop shop for older patrons’ needs and interests.
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Tips on composting to improve garden soil and starting seeds for annualsFeb 17, 2026 2:21 pm - Chicago Botanic Garden director Tim Johnson shares tips on composting to improve garden soil and starting seeds for slow-growing annuals.
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