Cook County Lifestyle
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A veteran volunteer proves you're never too old to volunteerJun 30, 2016 11:00 pm - Whether it be Veterans Day, Memorial Day or Flag Day, Myron Petrakis age 94, is front and center when it comes to making sure that those who gave their life in service t...
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Surprise winner in WACO's Mayors' Cup ChallengeJun 30, 2016 11:00 pm - The Woodfield Area Children's Organization congratulates the Village of Rosemont for winning the Mayors' Cup Challenge at WACO's 23rd annual Golf Classic last week. Team...
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Constable: Ex-Harper dean's stories as Wrigley usher rebound with CubsJun 30, 2016 5:39 am - When Buffalo Grove author Bruce Bohrer's "Best Seat In The House! Diary of a Wrigley Field Usher" was published in 2014, the Chicago Cubs were in last place, with key pl...
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Fox Valley communities ready for Fourth of July festsJun 30, 2016 1:00 am - Events such as parades, free concerts, pie-eating contests and fireworks give Fourth of July festivals in the Fox Valley a small-town feel, even when there are several t...
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Buffalo Grove family bringing back 'Joey's Angels' charity golf outingJun 30, 2016 1:00 am - The “J ANGELS” vanity license plates on Larry Mix's SUV aren't new. They're just another reminder that the spirit of Joey Mix keeps on truckin'. After Joey died as a res...
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AID's inaugural Color Burst 5K a huge successJun 29, 2016 11:00 pm - The Association for Individual Development hosted a "Color Burst 5K Fun Run & Roll" on Sunday, June 26, to raise funds for programs and services benefiting more than 5,0...
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Local CrossFit athletes to join in 'Row Raiser' for Special Olympics IllinoisJun 29, 2016 11:00 pm - Special Olympics Illinois has teamed with 12 workout facilities around the state for a statewide fundraiser called "Row Raiser" that challenges teams of 10 to pull a dis...
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Beanstalk Toyland & Bookstore Partners With Families Halping FamiliesJun 29, 2016 11:00 pm - HIGHLAND PARK, IL (JULY, 2016) - Beanstalk Toyland & Bookstore in Downtown Highland Park is partnering with Families Helping Families to support the School Supply Charit...
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How traffic light signals could help you eat healthierJun 29, 2016 11:00 pm - Imagine eating out and seeing a green light on your menu to signify low calorie content. Think this would affect what you order? New research suggests this traffic-light...
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Great Western Freedom 4 adds Diaper Dash, Kids DashJun 29, 2016 5:30 am - People of all ages can race to the finish line or stroll along the LeRoy Oakes Forest Preserve in St. Charles during the Lazarus House's 10th annual Great Western Freedo...