Lifestyle
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Flu cases are rising with a strain that makes older people sicker
Jan 01, 2026 4:21 pm - Cases of influenza in the United States are rising, driven by a new strain that public health officials worry current vaccines may not protect against as effectively.
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Pet rescues sound alarm for more foster homes throughout suburbsJan 01, 2026 2:33 pm - Officials from suburban pet rescue groups say there is a growing need for more foster homes in the region.
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Huntley church to offer new member gatheringJan 01, 2026 12:28 am - Shepherd of the Prairie Lutheran Church is hosting a new member gathering on Feb. 15, giving prospective members a chance to learn about the church and its ministry.
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Are proxies counted toward a quorum at association meeting?Dec 31, 2025 3:10 pm - Very few owners attend the annual meeting of our association; most contribute via a proxy. Are the proxies counted toward a quorum?
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How to make a plan for your money in 2026
Dec 31, 2025 10:03 am - The Associated Press spoke with people who are making financial resolutions for 2026. Here’s a look at what they’re planning and how you can draw inspiration for your own resolutions.
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Huntley church offers Bible study on Book of JamesDec 31, 2025 12:35 am - Pastor Mark Boster will conduct a seven-week Bible study on the Book of James, titled "Finding Your Place and Purpose in Christ," on Wednesdays from Jan. 7 to Feb. 18 at Shepherd of Prairie Lutheran Church in Huntley.
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Immigration battle, Kirk assassination among top stories of 2025Dec 30, 2025 11:05 pm - The reaction to conservative activist Charlie Kirk’s murder, immigration enforcement efforts and the conclusion to a decades-old disappearance were among the top suburban stories of 2025.
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Tips to clear a cluttered homeDec 30, 2025 6:55 pm - Keeping kitchen counters clear of unnecessary items can save the room from succumbing to clutter. The dawn of a new year is often characterized as a chance to wipe the slate clean and start anew.
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Burning wood emits more than fossil fuels. Here’s how to build a better fire.
Dec 30, 2025 6:37 pm - Burning wood emits more carbon and particulates than gas or coal. That doesn’t mean we should extinguish fireside nights. But we can dramatically improve what we burn and where we source it. Here’s how to burn better (and why electricity is still the hottest thing around).
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Too cold outside? Look for indoor garden tasksDec 30, 2025 5:53 pm - It’s cold outside, but gardeners can keep busy with maintenance or preparation tasks, such as checking on vegetables in winter storage, shopping for seeds, organizing your garage or tending to bulbs that you’re forcing to bloom indoors, such as paperwhite narcissus.