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Moving Picture: Harper's award-winning acting instructor Kevin LongApr 05, 2013 4:00 am - Kevin Long believes acting is about verbs. The Harper College director of theater instructs actors to focus on being active — to effect change in other characters onstag...
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Naperville CEO a good friend to those with autismApr 01, 2013 8:19 am - Troy Biegun, a 40-year-old with autism spectrum disorder, is preparing to move into his first apartment with the help of Naperville-based Little Friends Inc., a private ...
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B.R. Ryall YMCA launches annual fundraising campaignMar 29, 2013 12:52 pm - With no money, no car, and a life-changing disease, Bruce, a member of B.R. Ryall YMCA of Northwestern DuPage County, refused to feel sorry for his circumstances and dec...
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PADS Lake County to host SleepOut for Shelter at CarmelMar 29, 2013 12:33 pm - SleepOut for Shelter, an awareness event and fundraiser that is part of an ongoing effort by PADS Lake County to end homelessness, is set for Saturday, May 11, at Carmel...
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Moving Picture: South Elgin handyman stays plenty busyMar 29, 2013 10:00 am - Thirteen years ago, John Tyree found his dream job. He knew it would be the perfect fit for him — days filled with a variety of hands-on projects, his office would ofte...
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Volunteers sought for Volo Bog, Moraine Hills and McHenry DamMar 28, 2013 3:57 pm - Volo Bog State Natural Area in Ingleside and Moraine Hills State Park and McHenry Dam in McHenry are seeking volunteers for the following positions: Ÿ Docent/Interpretiv...
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Glen Ellyn presents annual Community AwardsMar 28, 2013 11:24 am - Thirteen individuals and one nonprofit organization recently were honored with Glen Ellyn Community Awards in recognition of their service to the community, officials sa...
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If your cat stops using the litter box, there is a reasonMar 28, 2013 11:06 am - Does your cat sometimes have trouble finding the litter box? Actually, does he/she have trouble using the litter box? Cats that stop using the litter box or start sprayi...
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Grayslake Heritage Center & Museum to host photo contest, exhibitMar 27, 2013 12:49 pm - Grayslake-area amateur photographers are invited to showcase their talent at the Grayslake Heritage Center & Museum this spring. The museum will display photographs by ...
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Lombard disability services agency strives for normalcy after crashMar 27, 2013 10:37 am - One moment on the roads last April made a lasting impact on a Lombard social services agency that provides day programming for adults with developmental disabilities. T...