Mettawa Opinion
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Former BG manager: Jan Sirabian is a top-notch clerkMar 06, 2011 11:00 pm - In the next several weeks, culminating on April 5th, voters in Buffalo Grove will elect a new village president, four trustees and village clerk. Only the 2-year trustee...
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Maybe unions now understand votersMar 04, 2011 10:00 pm - Union protesters in Madison are understandably upset because something they currently have through their government (the right to bargain collectively, attractive pay/be...
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No change needed on Stevenson High school boardFeb 26, 2011 10:00 pm - Every day I listened to the news and heard about the heated race for mayor of the city of Chicago. However, in our own community, we have an approaching election that ce...
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Tax hike votes were not courageousFeb 08, 2011 11:00 pm - Some people are characterizing our elected officials as ‘courageous' for passing the largest tax hike in terms of percentage and dollars in state history, saying that ra...
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Small gestures of good, bad leave lasting marks on kidsJan 30, 2011 11:00 pm - A smart kid with good grades, Michael Spivak came from a supportive family and had just celebrated a successful bar mitzvah that ushered him into manhood. But he still w...
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Please keep pressure on Deer ParkJan 15, 2011 10:00 pm - Thank you for keeping the Muddy Paws tragedy in front of the community. The public is relying on your resources and reporting to keep it informed on the details of the t...
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Soapbox: Always thinking of the trailsJan 14, 2011 3:00 pm - An example to treasure: While politicians often obsess over keeping their jobs, West Chicago Treasurer Don Early wants to eliminate his. He recognizes the original ...
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State reps should challenge leadersJan 10, 2011 10:00 pm - Undeniably, Michael Madigan has effectively positioned himself as the most powerful political force in Illinois. He has led the Illinois House for over 20 years, and any...
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A little sharing could go a long wayJan 01, 2011 10:00 pm - While winter break gave students and teachers a reprieve from the daily routine, officials from some suburban districts took no break from thinking about ways to use tax...
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Recognizing diversity as a strengthDec 29, 2010 10:00 pm - The dawning of the suburbs half a century ago saw a migration of middle-class whites seeking economic prosperity and a place to lay their heads at night. Suburbia and ho...