Mettawa Lifestyle
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Waukegan's Paul Klonowski helps keep Des Plaines River clean and healthyNov 23, 2022 5:00 am - As trash collector in chief for nearly 15 years, Paul Klonowski has volunteered and directed efforts to remove tons of debris from the roughly 33 miles the Des Plaines R...
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'He inspired us': Fundraiser in Palatine will honor manager of Stevenson state champsNov 23, 2022 12:00 am - As former Stevenson High School basketball star Jalen Brunson climbed the ladder of success to the NBA, he had a special teammate guiding him on his journey. Nathan Halt...
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U.S. Rep. Schneider collecting holiday cards for service membersNov 21, 2022 12:00 am - U.S. Rep. Brad Schneider has launched a "Holiday Cards for Heroes" program to collect cards U.S. service members. Constituents in the 10th Congressional District can dro...
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A historical landmark: 12 facts about Adlai Stevenson's home in MettawaNov 18, 2022 5:00 am - Known as "the man from Libertyville," Adlai E. Stevenson II (1900-65) was an influential political figure in the United States and abroad. He served as governor of Illi...
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Nicor Gas gives grants to 24 nonprofits for basic needs and energy assistanceNov 14, 2022 10:00 pm - Nicor Gas is announcing $100,000 in grants to support the basic needs of our customers including food, clothing and shelter through community organizations across its se...
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Green projects at schools: They teach about combating climate change and actually do it, tooNov 14, 2022 4:30 am - As schools adopt green-minded projects, the use of solar panel arrays, rooftop gardens and cafeteria composting serve a dual function: They reduce schools' carbon footpr...
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Neighbors in the news: Retired colonel from Antioch inducted in ROTC Hall of FameOct 27, 2022 6:00 am - • Col. (Ret.) Paul J. Hettich of Antioch was inducted into the 2022 class of the U.S. Army ROTC National Hall of Fame. The induction ceremony was conducted at the Marrio...
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Vernon Hills teen creates nonprofit to tutor younger students for math competitions and moreOct 24, 2022 5:30 am - Vernon Hills teen Kandarp Vadia always had a wonder for learning math and a passion for teaching. He's been involved in math competitions since fourth grade and now focu...
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Pino Farina Band builds a haven from the world's madness with new single, Hey Nonny release showsOct 20, 2022 6:00 am - The Pino Farina Band's newest single, "Microsun," out Friday, was in the works nearly five years ago, but it feels like it could have been written yesterday. Farina...
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On November 17th in Libertyville: 'Can You Afford to Retire?'Oct 17, 2022 11:00 pm - Can you afford to retire? Depending on your situation, it's a simple question that you may welcome with a sense of accomplishment or receive with more than a little conc...