Lake Zurich Opinion
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The SoapboxAug 27, 2011 5:00 am - At last, a memorial: We and other organizations have long called for a memorial marking the deadliest airliner accident on U.S. soil. Finally, 32 years after Flight 191 ...
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We need a fresh start on CongressAug 22, 2011 4:00 am - When my computer stops working, I can reboot it and it works again. When my cell phone stops working, I can reboot it and it works again. When my TV stops working, I can...
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Community organizing a noble pursuitAug 21, 2011 5:00 am - Regardless of the many crises we find ourselves in these days, I will always be proud to be an American. My father (and also my oldest sister) became an American citizen...
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Why don’t police tranquilize dogs?Aug 20, 2011 5:00 am - In regard to an Aug. 8 article by Tara Garcia Mathewson, I found the story very disturbing. I was sad that the little poodle died, but I was also sad that the Elgin poli...
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Time for tollway users to speak upAug 18, 2011 5:00 am - Today, suburban commuters get a chance to be heard. We hope they take advantage of it. The Illinois Toll Highway Authority begins a public hearing process on its 15-year...
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Route 53 extension vital for growthAug 18, 2011 4:00 am - It’s no surprise that our region ranks among the worst in the nation for traffic congestion, because we experience it every day. If you travel in Lake County, you also k...
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No peace until driver is foundAug 17, 2011 5:00 am - Three weeks ago, at approximately 9:15 p.m. July 22, a lovely and popular 18-year-old female, Gabriella Drozdz, was struck and killed by a hit-and-run driver. The driver...
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DuPage benefits trim a wise modelAug 15, 2011 4:00 am - It’s never easy to have your pay or benefits trimmed. Too many of us know that all too well. In that regard, we empathize with the DuPage County employees who will see t...
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Afghanistan is not ‘right’ warAug 13, 2011 4:00 am - The “right” war? Just because President Obama uttered those words during his campaign does not make it the “right” war. In fact, in my humble opinion President Bush shou...
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Thanks to all from rescue teamAug 13, 2011 4:00 am - I had a small stroke on Sunday, July 24, and took myself to the Northwest Hospital Clinic via my SUV. The NW Clinic staff immediately called 911 and the Lake Zurich Fire...