Kim Mikus
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Sonic opens in Lake Zurich MondayAug 27, 2009 11:00 pm - The owners of Sonic, known for its nostalgic 1950s-style system of ordering, announced the Lake Zurich location will open Monday, Aug. 31. The growing chain with its che...
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Suburban companies fight to keep customersAug 25, 2009 11:00 pm - A machine shop that has operated in the suburbs for more than 60 years is suffering, like most companies of its kind, as more and more work is sent to China. Sister comp...
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New drive-through brews popular Italian coffeeAug 24, 2009 11:00 pm - Lavazza, a popular Italian coffee, is now being served at a Villa Park drive-through coffee establishment. Teodor Denev, who has an extensive background in hospitality m...
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Suburban liquor stores warn of looming liquor tax increaseAug 22, 2009 11:00 pm - Patrick McDonnell plans to stock up on beer, rum and other beverages before hosting a bash at his home following an annual golf outing next month. Kristine Knutson holds...
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Cash for Clunkers weekend advice: Prepare to wait and call aheadAug 21, 2009 11:00 pm - If you're considering cashing in on the Cash for Clunkers program before it ends Monday, patience will be essential, car dealership managers say. "It will be very busy. ...
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European bread bakery heats up in WheelingAug 20, 2009 11:00 pm - A new family-operated bakery in Wheeling features a blend of fresh European and American items including breads, coffee cakes and strudel. The House of Bread opened last...
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Barrington shop focuses on organic and natural productsAug 17, 2009 11:00 pm - After operating a business cleaning suburban houses for more than 20 years, Judy Zabielski believed the chemicals from the cleaning products were causing her fatigue. Th...
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Report: Families behind on back-to-school shopping to doAug 17, 2009 11:00 pm - Have you finished your back to school shopping? If the answer is "no," you're not alone. If it makes you feel better, most parents still have a lot of shopping left to g...
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Big crowds continue at new, big WalmartAug 07, 2009 11:00 pm - Large crowds of shoppers watching their pocketbooks are expected to continue to swarm the newest suburban Walmart Supercenter this weekend. Police have been on hand to a...
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Rabid bat found in Barrington home; fourth in Lake County this yearAug 07, 2009 11:00 pm - The discovery of a rabid bat in a Barrington home spurred the Lake County Health Department Thursday to issue a warning urging residents to avoid contact with bats. A to...