Mick Zawislak
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Vernon Hills gets to budget nitty-grittyMar 14, 2009 11:00 pm - Students who participate in government day in Vernon Hills won't receive food or T-shirts next time, a gesture that will be temporarily discontinued because of budget cu...
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New life for old Libertyville dealershipMar 13, 2009 11:00 pm - A mothballed Libertyville car dealership could see new life as a retail center with space for four restaurants. A visit to the former Miller-Krueger Dodge site at Milwau...
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Minding the stores a priority for Vernon Hills candidatesMar 12, 2009 11:00 pm - With a massive commercial base, Vernon Hills is in better financial position than some communities. Business provides more than half the village's money for day-to-day e...
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New business claim challenged in LibertyvilleMar 11, 2009 11:00 pm - The Libertyville mayoral race generated some heat Wednesday with a disputed claim the village attracted 100 new businesses last year. Local attorney Terry Weppler said n...
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Vernon Hills parks boss retiringMar 10, 2009 11:00 pm - Sitting in his rapidly emptying office, Larry DeGraaf, executive director of the Vernon Hills Park District, admits feeling a bit uncertain about being out of work. Grow...
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Grayslake forum focuses on assessmentsMar 08, 2009 11:00 pm - Township assessor may not be the most glamorous elected post, but the duties have a direct impact on every property owner. The public is invited to get insight and opini...
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Rare Cranberry Lake natural area takes on new lifeMar 08, 2009 11:00 pm - For much of its modern existence, Cranberry Lake has been hidden from the public by buckthorn, honeysuckle and other invasive species. "A lot of people didn't realize th...
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Mettawa voters have packed ballotsMar 06, 2009 10:00 pm - Having a referendum on the ballot that doesn't involve parks or schools is uncommon in most communities. But on April 7, Mettawa voters will have three advisory question...
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Lake Co. fair book moves onlineMar 05, 2009 10:00 pm - The Lake County Fair may be a long-standing celebration of agriculture but there's always room for more green. For the first time, the annual fair book will be available...
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Senior needs trumps space for Vernon Hills centerMar 04, 2009 10:00 pm - The buildings may not be a good fit physically, but Vernon Hills trustees say the need for affordable senior housing trumps any site limitation. Overruling concerns of t...