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Gurnee salon gives suburban veterans a new look
Nov 14, 2018 8:55 PM - Earlier this week, veterans in Lake County and across the country were honored for their past sacrifices and achievements in service to their country. On Wednesday, six of them were honored in a more forward-looking manner -- with free makeovers. -
Four out of five caregivers could use your support
Nov 14, 2018 2:24 PM - During National Family Caregivers Month, the Alzheimer's Association offers tips on helping out caregivers, including asking to help with chores such as picking up groceries or doing some cooking or cleaning. -
Brighten the holidays for Prospect Hts. fire victims
Nov 14, 2018 11:43 AM - Kolssak Funeral Home in Wheeling hopes to brigten the holiday season by collecting donation of lights, Christmas trees, wreaths and other decorations for the families who lost everything in the massive Prospect Heights condo fire in July. -
Lutheran churches in the suburbs mobilize to help hurricane victims in Florida
Nov 14, 2018 6:00 AM - Volunteers from several suburban churches, along with representatives and comfort dogs from Lutheran Church Charities, are headed to Florida to provide comfort and assistance to those affected by Hurricane Michael.
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Barrington youth team for blood drive, bone marrow registryNov 14, 2018 11:09 AM - Although separated by 10 years, Barrington's Carter Bailey and Max Lewis are on a mission to raise awareness about the importance of blood donation and the Be the Match Marrow Registry.
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Elgin Area Chamber to honor five volunteers at Community Thanksgiving Luncheon Nov. 20
Nov 14, 2018 9:39 PM - In the spirit of the season, the Elgin Area Chamber will give thanks to five outstanding local volunteers at its annual Community Thanksgiving Luncheon on Tuesday, Nov. 20. The program will weave "thanks" and "giving" through storytelling as guests begin the holiday season through this longstanding community tradition. -
Zengeler Cleaners renews commitment to Glass Slipper ProjectNov 14, 2018 9:25 AM - Zengeler Cleaners recently announced the renewal of its long-term partnership with the Glass Slipper Project, which helps thousands of northern Illinois high school women experience the joy of prom.
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Naperville Sunrise Rotary seeks grant applicationsNov 13, 2018 8:42 AM - The Rotary Club of Naperville Sunrise is currently seeking proposals for programs and services that support the Naperville community's teens and young adults.
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Elmhurst College president tops Real Men Wear Pink fundraiser
Nov 13, 2018 3:58 PM - The American Cancer Society has named Elmhurst College President Troy D. VanAken the top fundraiser of the Real Men Wear Pink campaign of DuPage County. -
Imagination Ball to mark Community Foundation WeekNov 13, 2018 1:00 AM - The DuPage Foundation will join nearly 800 other community foundations across the country to celebrate Community Foundation Week, Nov. 12-18.
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