Kerry Lester
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ECC candidates square off on fiscal responsibilityMar 15, 2009 11:00 pm - Three of the four candidates running for two Elgin Community College trustee seats all say fiscal responsibility is a vital campaign issue. But ask them just how the col...
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Spelling out special education changes in U-46Mar 14, 2009 11:00 pm - You're a parent of one of Elgin Area School District U-46's 5,000-plus special education students. As part of next year's efforts to reduce expenses by $17 million, you'...
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U-46 unveils a lean budgetMar 12, 2009 11:00 pm - On the heels of announcing 348 positions would be cut, Elgin Area School District U-46 unveiled a tentative 2009-10 budget Thursday night. School officials say the $425 ...
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Nature Ridge serves up some fun at school fairMar 12, 2009 11:00 pm - Nature Ridge Elementary will host its annual Fun Fair from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, March 14, at the school, 899 Westridge Blvd., Bartlett. Cost is free, though nominal ...
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School district U-46 to cut 350 jobs next school yearMar 11, 2009 11:00 pm - Nearly 350 Elgin Area School District U-46 employees are learning their jobs have been eliminated as part of an effort to reduce spending by $17 million next school year...
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ECC bond sale supporters hope voters see value of college updatesMar 11, 2009 11:00 pm - Leo Nelson knew he was preaching to the choir Wednesday morning. So, the president of the Elgin Area Chamber of Commerce gave supporters of Elgin Community College's $1...
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U-46 teachers question plans for study skills courseMar 10, 2009 11:00 pm - Union officials say implementing a new study skills course could endanger Elgin Area School District U-46's music, art and consumer science classes, as well as the jobs ...
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ECC looks to green up auto program with hybrid carsMar 09, 2009 11:00 pm - Elgin Community College is weighing spending some green to teach green technology. The board of trustees will vote Tuesday to purchase two hybrid cars for its 250-studen...
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Dog saved by Lake Zurich firefightersMar 06, 2009 10:00 pm - A dog was rescued by Lake Zurich firefighters after falling through the ice on a subdivision's pond Friday. Firefighters responded to an 11:38 a.m. call that a dog named...
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Man drives motorcycle into Gages LakeMar 06, 2009 10:00 pm - A man fell through the ice on Gages Lake Friday evening after driving on the partially frozen water with his motorcycle, officials said. Capt. John Cokefair said Graysla...