Algonquin Opinion
-
Soapbox: Wise cancellationOct 12, 2007 11:00 pm - Yes, the Air Expo in Lake in the Hills has run for 22 years in celebration and promotion of the village's airport. But no, public officials can't ignore that the celebra...
-
Even for maligned marathon, half-full glass close at handOct 10, 2007 11:00 pm - If the Cubs could hit with men on base, the clear failings of this year's marathon would have been relegated to a front-page footnote. For the purposes of this column, I...
-
Demand more cash for Elgin resurfacingOct 09, 2007 11:00 pm - A couple of months ago, the Elgin City Council convened in a secluded location to prioritize the city budget direction for 2008 and beyond. Proudly announced were the to...
-
Blackwater ran deep and dark for years on current fearOct 07, 2007 11:00 pm - "Gentlemen, welcome to Baghdad." That was the announcement that came over the jetliner's loudspeaker as we landed in Iraq. The captain rightly used the word "gentlemen" ...
-
Soapbox: Quit packing east sideOct 05, 2007 11:00 pm - No doubt Elgin City Council members will point to the $275,000 to $325,000 value of the 14 homes proposed on the 3-acre former YMCA property as reason to approve such a...
-
GOP could stand to review Coolidge's principlesOct 04, 2007 11:00 pm - WOODSTOCK, VT. -- The Wall Street Journal reports that Republicans may soon lose the votes of some economic conservatives. In part, it's because of the unending war and ...
-
Residents have voice in MCCD's plansOct 02, 2007 11:00 pm - Open space has been proven to lower stress, improve public health and contribute to a sense of community. In addition, the natural areas of the McHenry County Conservat...
-
Soapbox: Fix Randall nowSep 28, 2007 11:00 pm - Yes, it's frustrating to think more construction may be in store for Randall Road in St. Charles this year. But it's a good idea for St. Charles officials to strike a de...
-
Soapbox: Killer state lapse?Sep 28, 2007 11:00 pm - A fatal three-vehicle crash Wednesday at the dangerous intersection of Shales Parkway and Route 20 in Elgin left traffic snarled over much of the city for much of the da...
-
Chuck goes from obscurity to eternity in just monthsSep 23, 2007 11:00 pm - Suddenly, and without warning, the unthinkable has happened. Chuck is the new Jacob. It isn't official yet, but judging by the painful rash of current movies and TV show...