McHenry County Opinion
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Saturday SoapboxApr 17, 2009 11:00 pm - Both sides of the tracks: When government entities cooperate, the taxpayers win. This week the Barrington Countryside and Lake Zurich fire protection districts agreed to...
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Courts, police must heed warning signsApr 05, 2009 11:00 pm - It must be incredibly difficult for a judge, police officer or prosecutor to wade through the acrimonious charges that fly about in many a divorce. And it must be parti...
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Say 'no' to Cary schoolsMar 28, 2009 11:00 pm - Cary Elementary District 26 is asking voters for permission to borrow $17 million for improvements to operations and facilities within the district. The tax hike would ...
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Saturday SoapboxMar 27, 2009 11:00 pm - Congratulations, Chargers! Thank you to the Dundee-Crown High School Chargers who reminded us what heart and grit can do when combined with teamwork. After stunning No. ...
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Support ECC's building planMar 25, 2009 11:00 pm - Right now jobs are scarce for constructions workers, plumbers and other skilled laborers. Though I'm lucky enough to have a job right now, many of my friends and co-work...
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Incumbent, newcomer strong choices for critical days aheadMar 24, 2009 11:00 pm - At a time when community colleges are the economical choice for many, the next steps McHenry County College takes are crucial. The board has two 6-year seats open. Findi...
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ECC expansion will create jobs now and laterMar 24, 2009 11:00 pm - In this sluggish economic climate, one of the best things we can do for our local economy is to keep our communities working. That's why I'm supporting the Elgin Communi...
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Skala for Huntley Dist. 158Mar 21, 2009 11:00 pm - Many an elected official or candidate for public office has made a mistake at some point in his or her career. The final judgment often stems not from the mistake itself...
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Keep Cary village board intactMar 19, 2009 11:00 pm - The village of Cary is enjoying something not too many cities or towns can claim these days - financial strength. With leadership from current board members Steve Adams,...
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If you see wrong, blow the whistleMar 11, 2009 11:00 pm - What would you do if you thought your boss was breaking the law? Would you look the other way ... or would you blow the whistle? What if you were only 22 and needed that...