Lifestyle
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Suburban Cook County resident has year’s first human case of West Nile virusJul 17, 2024 2:13 pm - The Illinois Department of Public Health has identified the first human case of West Nile virus so far this year, the agency said Wednesday.
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Enjoy Highwood Days and Taco Fest through July 21Jul 17, 2024 1:54 pm - The annual Highwood Days and Taco Fest events, presented by Celebrate Highwood, are back, both running concurrently through Sunday, July 21. The Highwood Days Carnival will take place in the Downtown Highwood Metra Station Parking Lot, while Taco Fest will take place in Everts Park, 111 North Ave.
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Kids learn caring, kindness, love at Aurora church campJul 17, 2024 12:44 pm - Michelle Curiel was the guest preacher at Wesley United Methodist Church in Aurora. In a sermon, the church's children and families director reflected on the church's third annual free camp she led June 24-27. Pastor Tammy Scott assisted at the service.
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Ben Tatar & the Tatar Tots bring high-energy show for kids to Arlington HeightsJul 17, 2024 12:15 pm - The Arlington Heights Park District presented a concert for kids by Ben Tatar & the Tatar Tots on Tuesday at North School Park.
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Bring balance to your life with self controlJul 17, 2024 11:48 am - Annettee Budzban says we need to practice self control to bring balance to our lives.
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Gary UMC in Wheaton to host August blood driveJul 17, 2024 11:31 am - During the summer months, the need for blood is great. Walk-ins are welcome at the blood drive on Wednesday, Aug. 21, at Gary United Methodist Church in Wheaton.
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Carolyn Hax: Wife’s ‘executive dysfunction’ leaves spouse stuck with choresJul 17, 2024 10:30 am - Wife and husband wer diagnosed with ADHD symptom executive dysfunction. He was able to get treated, but she didn’t like the side effects. Now he is stuck doing all of the household chores. Carolyn Hax says it may be time for her to seek other treatment.
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Ask the doctors: Recognizing and addressing heat-related dangersJul 17, 2024 1:03 am - Skin flushing and sweating are the first signs your body is overheating, and trying to cool itself down. If clammy skin and nausea start, heat exhaustion may be the cause. Why everyone should know how to treat it and when to seek help.
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Holy Trinity St. Vincent de Paul prepares for its first Friends of the Poor WalkJul 16, 2024 11:34 pm - The first Friends of the Poor Walk fundraiser will take place on Saturday, Sept. 28, at Veteran’s Memorial Park in Westmont. This special event will be a morning of walking, snacks, music, face painting and more for many to enjo
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Is your lamp the right size? There’s an equation for that.
Jul 16, 2024 9:22 pm - When choosing lamps, it’s easy to get caught up in the aesthetics. But you also need to consider the size of the lamp, the surface it will sit on and how you will use it.