Lifestyle
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No matter how you spell it, pawpaws are the largest edible fruit native to the U.S.Sep 22, 2024 4:00 am - Pawpaw trees produce the largest edible fruit native to the United States. When ripe in late August to early September, the greenish yellow fruit can be six inches in length, with a tasty yellow pulp encasing several dark brown seeds.
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Grief & healing: Reinventing holidays as times changeSep 21, 2024 7:45 am - The holidays with family are ever-changing, so as you prepare for your next big gathering, take a bit of time to prepare for your family’s changing lifestyles.
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See portrayal of Florence Nightingale at Wheaton church Oct. 20Sep 20, 2024 3:04 pm - Hope Presbyterian Church in Wheaton will be hosting an encore presentation by Megan Wells on the story of Florence Nightingale.
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Mortgage rates are coming down — and homebuyers are ready to pounce
Sep 20, 2024 1:41 pm - For Americans mulling a home purchase, this week’s interest rate cut meant just one thing: It’s time to get back in the game. The Federal Reserve lowered interest rates b...
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Carve the perfect pumpkin at Rolling Meadows Park DistrictSep 20, 2024 1:31 pm - Make the “cut” at Rolling Meadows Park District’s Family Pumpkin Carving.
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Carolyn Hax: Should mom tell adult daughter to rethink girls’ weekend?
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Elmhurst’s Bethel UCC to host ReDeck the Halls and moreSep 19, 2024 9:46 pm - Bethel United Church of Christ in Elmhurst will host “ReDeck the Halls & More,” its annual holiday decor sale, on Oct. 11-12.
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Violation fines should come after written notice and hearingSep 19, 2024 6:00 pm - Is your board handling violation fines properly? Illinois law allows the board to levy a fine for a violation of the declaration or rules, after providing written notice of a violation and an opportunity for a hearing. Further, the decision to levy a fine must be made at an open board meeting.
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Huntley girl pays it forward: It took blood donations and a stem cell transplant to save her lifeSep 19, 2024 4:41 pm - Alexa Lamonica, who underwent a life-saving stem cell transplant as an infant, has made it her goal to give back to the community after surviving severe combined immunodeficiency disease, often referred to as "bubble boy" disease.
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Bathroom lighting options can save moneySep 19, 2024 4:40 pm - People don’t often think about lighting and efficiency when it comes to bathroom remodeling, it is as important a factor as installing the proper vanity or plumbing fixtures.