Vernon Hills Opinion
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Cupcakes, Cookies & Coffee for CollegeFeb 05, 2013 4:00 am - Join us for an incredible event called Cupcakes, Cookies and Coffee for College — an event to raise money for Harper College Education Foundation scholarships, benefitin...
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Hire a vet to protect schoolsFeb 03, 2013 4:00 am - There is a lot of discussion about how much additional security is needed in schools to protect our children from recent tragedies. Have the police present? Arm and trai...
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The SoapboxJan 12, 2013 4:00 am - Salute to nerdy pursuits: Stevenson High School graduate Rachel Cliburn was doing research at Baylor University when she looked at a scientific journal and thought, “It’...
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Holidays don’t void church-state separationJan 04, 2013 3:19 pm - I felt compelled to respond to Nathan Solak’s Dec. 20 letter titled “What’s so offensive about a Christmas tree?” I like Christmas trees, but some statements by Mr. Sola...
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We should encourage licensed drivingJan 03, 2013 4:00 am - The question of immigration reform is an emotional and difficult one, and one in which the federal government must play the lead role. As a nation, we must secure our bo...
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Leadership Team, people behind it, simply inspiringDec 23, 2012 4:00 am - How about some words on a topic that might be inspirational as we close in on the Christmas holiday? For more than a decade, the Daily Herald has formally honored our hi...
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The SoapboxDec 22, 2012 4:00 am - Still moving: The tragic case of Elgin High School teacher Carolyn Gilbert, spotlighted through Daily Herald reports, led to state legislation that should make teachers...
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Editorial: Plan wisely for tablet use in schoolsDec 11, 2012 4:00 am - School-issued tablets, notebooks and other digital devices are filling the backpacks of thousands of suburban students, and it’s a trend not likely to slow. “There’s no ...
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Decorations brighten everyone’s holidaysDec 09, 2012 4:00 am - Please take the time to put your outdoor decorations up for the holidays. The neighborhoods take on a certain charm that is sure to make you smile. Seeing the sporadic ...
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Autism society grants are availableDec 07, 2012 4:00 am - To all parents with special needs young adults and especially adults with autism, Harper College in Palatine, through their Continuing Education department, will be offe...