McHenry County Opinion
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House fire opens eyes to generosityJun 21, 2010 11:00 pm - It was one year ago, and at the time, none of us realized that what started as a frightening, awful event would actually serve as a positive experience for us as a famil...
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Kirk best man for U.S. SenateJun 21, 2010 11:00 pm - As a military veteran, I was and continue to be a supporter of Mark Kirk and his bid for U.S. Senate against Alexi Giannoulias. Kirk's 21-year career as a member of the ...
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Track, with Stabler, good for suburbsJun 20, 2010 11:00 pm - Regardless of how you feel about the issue of slots at the track, the undisputed fact is that Arlington Park has helped to improve the economic vitality of our community...
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Johnson needs to put 'we' before 'I'Jun 20, 2010 11:00 pm - In a recent article in the Neighbor section, Mayor Johnson of Elk Grove promised to build a fountain for any business that brings as much revenue to the village as Alexi...
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Help yourself and Earth; get out of carJun 20, 2010 11:00 pm - I would like to thank you for your editorial on Tuesday, June 15 regarding "What we all can do about the oil spill." However, I was surprised that you did not encourage ...
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Can't see the forest for the ... buckthornJun 20, 2010 11:00 pm - My name is Richard Gross, I teach biology at Conant High School. To Mr. Kelly's question, "Who in their right mind decided to undertake such a project?" (May 17 Neighbor...
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A teachable moment about energyJun 20, 2010 11:00 pm - The Gulf of Mexico oil spill continues to generate anger and angst but also provides a teachable moment to discuss some key truths about the future of energy in America:...
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There's nothing better than making musicJun 20, 2010 11:00 pm - This is my response to a remark overheard following the Memorial Day observance held at St. Peter Church on Monday, May 31, referring to members of the Spring Valley Con...
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Salute Inc. run/walk another big successJun 20, 2010 11:00 pm - Salute IncOn May 30th, Salute, Inc. held its seventh annual Run/Walk in Arlington Heights and it was a great success. Each year we hold this event to not only run and wa...
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Employers: A little respect could go a long wayJun 20, 2010 11:00 pm - In today's tough job market, some employers really lack respect and courtesy for people who are looking for a full-time job, even in the teaching profession. I recently ...