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Finding God in the classic film ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’

By the Rev. Greg Asimakoupoulos, Special to the Daily Herald
Dec 09, 2025 9:49 pm - The Rev. Greg Asimakoupoulos discusses the classic film "It's a Wonderful Life" and how it contains subtle references and metaphors related to Christian faith and values.
Can condo association charge for copies of documents?

By Matthew Moodhe
Dec 09, 2025 4:48 pm - I recently requested copies of our condominium association’s monthly financial statement. My request was initially denied, then they said I’d have to pay $10 for the two-page document.
Houseplants don’t need as much water in winter

By Tim Johnson
Dec 09, 2025 12:20 pm - I keep plants in my office window through the winter and appreciate having them while outside, the garden is dormant.
A pared-back White House Christmas — with a Trump Lego portrait

By Rachel Kurzius
Dec 09, 2025 11:40 am - If the call across the land is for a more maximalist Christmas, first lady Melania Trump did not heed it. In her first holiday back in charge of White House decor, she presented a straightforward, even understated — at least by White House standards — look on a tour that has been halved in size.
California man marks his 15,000th spin on Disneyland’s ‘Cars’ ride

By AMY TAXIN
Dec 09, 2025 6:42 am - For a Disneyland enthusiast who marked his 15,000th spin Monday on an auto-racing attraction inspired by the animated film “Cars,” it’s not about winning. It’s about the ride.
Buyers demand new roof from sellers

By Barry Stone
Dec 09, 2025 6:15 am - Before we sold our house, I repaired a roof leak. The home inspector did not find any problems with the roof. But after the buyers moved in, two roof leaks occurred. Now they want us to pay for a new roof.
This simple polenta and mushroom dish will elevate your holiday table

By KATIE WORKMAN
Dec 09, 2025 5:29 am - This simple recipe is a marriage of two even simpler foods that add up to one flavorful appetizer, main dish or side. It’s a great addition to a holiday table, a cheery little side dish, or a center-of-the-plate offering for the vegetarians in the house.
How to talk about wine like a normal person

By Emily Saladino
Dec 09, 2025 5:22 am - It’s entirely possible to talk about wine in straightforward, everyday language that’s easy to follow. In other words, technical fluency isn’t a prerequisite for appreciating what’s in your glass. By focusing on concepts such as weight, budget, broad flavor categories and even vibe, everyone can find wines they’ll love.
German bakers bring Christmas specialty to life with rich tradition (no margarine allowed)

By KIRSTEN GRIESHABER
Dec 09, 2025 5:10 am - Bakers in the eastern German city of Dresden have been making stollen for Christmas for hundreds of years. The traditional pastry, made only for the Advent season, combines buttery yeast dough with golden raisins, candied lemon and orange peel and almonds. Strict rules govern its production, including a ban on margarine and artificial additives.
‘Longest Night’ service on new date, Dec. 22, at Gary UMC in Wheaton

Submitted by Janet Mathis
Dec 09, 2025 12:28 am - Gary United Methodist Church in Wheaton is offering a Longest Night service on Dec. 22 to provide a time to remember loved ones, share hurting places with God, or step aside from the stresses of the season.

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