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How much protein do you really need?

Ellie Krieger
Jan 07, 2025 5:01 am - A trip around the grocery store shows the word “protein” slapped on practically everything — protein potato chips, protein waffles, protein cookies and protein snack bars galore. But while the protein marketing push may be getting out of hand, there is solid evidence that we may benefit from getting more than the recommended dietary allowance (RDA).
Elgin church celebrates music heritage in hymn festival Jan. 19

Submitted by Carla Vanatta
Jan 07, 2025 12:13 am - Christ the Lord Lutheran Church in Elgin is hosting the first of three 2025 Hymn Festivals on Jan. 19, tracing church music from the Reformation to the present.
Asbestos insulation not disclosed to buyers

By Barry Stone
Jan 06, 2025 10:09 pm - New owners are dismayed to discover asbestos insulation on the air ducts. They’re worried about their health and want to know if the home inspector or sellers are liable for nondisclosure.
After 16 years of writing about wine, columnist says farewell

Dave McIntyre
Jan 06, 2025 11:22 am - Columnist Dave McIntyre reflects on how wine and our perspective of it have changed in the 16 years he’s been writing for the The Washington Post.
The dill of a lifetime? In a nation that’s enduring its own sour patch, the pickle dominated 2024

By TED ANTHONY
Jan 06, 2025 11:20 am - At the intersection of health and edginess, traditionalism and hipsterism, the pickle in 2024 found itself at the center of the American culinary scene.
Carolyn Hax: Does friendship trump political differences?

By Carolyn Hax
Jan 06, 2025 10:38 am - Political differences have shown longtime friends’ true colors and have caused ugly arguments over their racist views. Should the friendships be dissolved over this? Carolyn Hax says misogyny and racism are not “political disagreements,” they’re terrible values.
Suburban Skyview: Island Lake star still shining bright after 60 years

By Paul Valade
Jan 05, 2025 6:00 am - The Island Lake lighted star has been shining bright for almost 60 years. Sitting on top of the 110-foot tower along Route 176 near Roberts Road, the star is a focal point each holiday season.
The outlook for health care in 2025

By Teri (Dreher) Frykenberg
Jan 04, 2025 9:35 am - As 2025 gets underway, innovation and uncertainty are likely to shape health care trends this year. Look for an increased focused on wellness, more technology for diagnosis and treatment and an uptick in drug costs.
Sick season is in full force. What the latest CDC figures show

By MIKE STOBBE
Jan 04, 2025 9:34 am - The holidays came with a side of flu for many Americans, with 40 states reporting high or very high levels of illness last week, according to the latest government health data.
Grief & healing: Starting a new year

By Susan Anderson-Khleif
Jan 04, 2025 6:15 am - The beginning of a new year gives us a great opportunity to reflect and look ahead. On New Year’s Day, and during the first week, I always take some time each day to think about the year ahead. And the past too.

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