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The F.W. Muller House is on the campus of the Arlington Heights Historical Society.

Arlington Heights Historical Museum artifacts hold plenty of mysteries

Unusual bottles and a Victorian-era desk are among the items Dan Schoeneberg, administrator of the Arlington Heights Historical Society, finds most interesting in the museum's exhibits.
Video attached to article Continental Restaurant owner Pete Panayiotou and his daughter, Arai Panayiotou, show off the new flowers purchased by customers at the Buffalo Grove eatery. Last week someone stole flower pots from the restaurant’s outdoor dining area.

Customers rally around Continental Restaurant in Buffalo Grove after flower theft

During his 25 years serving customers at the Continental Restaurant in Buffalo Grove, Pete Panayiotou has earned a reputation for giving back to the community. But after someone stole the flowers outside his popular eatery, it was the community that gave back to him.
The Daily Herald Archive, Assignment # 35,281, Dave Tonge photo: Bridge players fill the Des Plaines YMCA to play cards in March of 1975.

Images: Through the Film Magnifier: Bill Veeck, George Hamilton, Bridge Club, Stateville Prison riot and more

See vintage Daily Herald images of Bill Veeck, George Hamilton, Des Plaines bridge club, Stateville Prison riot and more in the latest Through the Film Magnifier gallery.
Erich Mancow Muller and Roger Stone on Friday.

Feder: Mancow parties with Roger Stone after Trump commutes sentence

When Chicago radio personality Erich Mancow Muller flew down to Florida last week he thought he'd be attending a pity party for his friend Roger Stone, who was set to begin serving a 40-month prison sentence for lying to Congress and witness intimidation.
Comedian Esther Povitsky returns to her hometown of Skokie for her Comedy Central standup special “Esther Povitsky: Hot For My Name” airing on Friday, July 17.
Comedian Esther Povitsky taps her Skokie roots for Comedy Central special
Skokie native Esther Povitsky stars in the Comedy Central special "Esther Povitsky: Hot For My Name," which airs on Friday, July 17. And she brings her parents along for the ride.
Geoff Edgers spoke with Kareem Abdul-Jabbar on June 12 for “Stuck With Geoff” on Instagram.
A sports legend's view on opening America's eyes
Recently, national arts reporter Geoff Edgers chatted with basketball legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, the NBA's all-time scoring leader, an activist and author. Here are a few excerpts from their conversation.
Anais Bueno and Greig Matthews dance in the Joffrey Ballet’s 2019 production of “The Nutcracker.”
For ballet companies, 'Nutcracker' loss is heartbreaking blow
Joffrey Ballet dancer Victoria Jaiani hadn't performed for three months as a result of pandemic shutdowns, and she was doubtful she'd dance this fall. But when her bosses announced the unthinkable -- canceling "The Nutcracker" -- she lost it. "I sobbed and sobbed," said Jaiani.
Wahlburgers has decided to delay the opening of its St. Charles location until the end of July to ensure it’s ready to offer guests “the best dining experience possible,” officials said in a statement.
Wahlburgers delays opening of St. Charles restaurant
After hinting that its new St. Charles restaurant would begin operating next week, Wahlburgers has decided to postpone the opening of its first suburban location until the end of the month.
Author Colson Whitehead became the first fiction writer to win Pulitzer Prizes for back-to-back novels. “The Nickel Boys,” his follow-up to “Underground Railroad,” won the Pulitzer in April and recently came out in paperback. He also managed to finish a crime novel, with the working title “Harlem Shuffle,” that he began more than a year ago.
It's been an eventful year for Pulitzer Prize winner Colson Whitehead
Even sheltering in place, Colson Whitehead has had an eventful year. Whitehead became the first fiction writer to win Pulitzers for back-to-back novels, "Underground Railroad" and "The Nickel Boys," which won the Pulitzer in May and is now out in paperback. He also managed to finish a crime novel, with the working title "Harlem Shuffle," that he had begun more than a year ago.
Andy Samberg and Cristin Milioti star in “Palm Springs.”
'Palm Springs' arrives for the Groundhog Days of quarantine
Though most of the films that have debuted during the pandemic never got to screen for packed movie houses, "Palm Springs" had the kind of premiere filmmakers dream of at the Sundance Film Festival in January, where it drew big laughs, enthusiastic reviews and a record deal for the festival.
Tom Hanks stars in the new World War II film “Greyhound.”
Tom Hanks on COVID-19, 'Greyhound' and wartime mentality
Since contracting COVID-19 in March, Tom Hanks has been busy. After recovering, he hosted a from-home episode of "Saturday Night Live." And he saw his new World War II naval drama "Greyhound" steered from theatrical release by Sony Pictures to Apple TV+ -- the streaming service's biggest movie yet.
Jackie Gleeson is one of many entertainers who love golf almost as much as they do performing.
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I always wondered what it was like to golf with those Hollywood legends who are identified with the sport almost as much as they are with showbiz!
                                                                                                                                                                                                                       
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The Daily Herald Archive, Assignment # 35,281, Dave Tonge photo: Bridge players fill the Des Plaines YMCA to play cards in March of 1975.
Through the Film Magnifier: Bill Veeck, George Hamilton, Bridge Club, Stateville Prison riot and more
The Daily Herald Archives, Assignment # 57,729, Barry Jarvinen photo: Women taking part in an aerobic dance class at Pioneer Park in Arlington Heights in March of 1981.
Through the Film Magnifier: Doug Buffone, Cloris Leachman, draft registration, aerobics class and more
The Daily Herald Archive, Assignment # 57,481, Bob Ringham photo: Indiana University men’s basketball coach Bobby Knight talking with future NBA superstar Isiah Thomas, then a sophomore guard, during a game against Northwestern University in Evanston in February of 1981. Indiana went on to win the NCAA tournament by defeating North Carolina in the finals. Isiah Thomas was named the tournament most outstanding player.
Through the Film Magnifier: Isiah Thomas, bagpippers, Willowbrook Ballroom and more
The Daily Herald Archives, Assignment # 71,836, Dave Tonge photo: On the very last day of Arlington High School on June 8, 1984, Athletic Director Russ Attis presides over the last bell and last flag lowering ceremony. In 1985 Christian Liberty Academy of Prospect Heights purchased the school and continues to operate from that location.
Through the Film Magnifier: Ringo Starr, Arlington High School, Bill Murray, Memorial Day and more
The Daily Herald Archives, Assignment # 4,270, Bob Finch photo: Roselle Jaycees and Roselle firemen faced off in a donkey baseball game at Lake Park High School in July of 1966. The donkeys, with names such as “Bad News,” “Castro,” “Elmer Fudd.” “Khrushchev,” and Beetle Bailey,” were provided by Bob Crosby’s Baseball Donkeys in Chippewa Falls, WI.
Through the Film Magnifier: Donkey baseball, FBI raid, sidewalk art, Robert Redford and more
The Daily Herald Archives, Assignment # 4,209, Larry Cameron photo: Professional golf legend Arnold Palmer waits to putt during the Western Open at the Medinah Country Club in June of 1966. The tournament was won by Billy Casper with a 283, one under par.
Through the Film Magnifier: Arnold Palmer, Bears training camp, Mustang Ranch fire and more
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