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Tax time—Illinois property taxes comparatively higher than other states
Monday, June 25, 2007

Illinois’ per capita property tax collections were ranked the ninth highest among all 50 states by the Tax Foundation, a Washington, D.C.-based nonprofit taxpayer education organization.

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‘No business like show business’
Monday, June 25, 2007

Variety show brings community together

Monarch Landing ommunity members and taff showcased their talents nd shared some laughs at a esident-produced variety show ast month.

Honoring our troops
Monday, June 25, 2007

Veterans talk about the meaning of Memorial Day

With military men and women continuing to lose their lives in Iraq every week, Memorial Day seems less about looking back— and more about looking forward.

Lighten up— Summer is the perfect season for healthy eating
Monday, June 25, 2007

During the hot and sticky dog days of summer, the last thing you want to do is heat up your house by turning on the oven to prepare a meal. Fortunately, summer offers a bounty of fresh fruits and vegetables that make perfect light, healthy meals.

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Home alone—keep your house safe when you travel
Monday, June 25, 2007

Whether you head for the beach or cross state lines to visit family and friends, summer is the season for travel. But before you pack your bags, there are a number of things you should do to make sure your house stays safe and secure while you’re on the road.

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From Hope to Harlem
Monday, June 25, 2007

Author Janis Kearney shares her insights on Bill Clinton

When Janis Kearney was growing up in Gould, Ark., in a family of 19 children, she could not have imagined that her career would take her all the way to the White House—but she’s not a bit surprised that it did.

Ten Tips to Sell Your House
Friday, June 15, 2007

Spring is historically the best season to sell a house. The warmer weather draws more people out to open houses, and many families prefer to move over the summer when children are out of school.

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Staying the course
Monday, May 14, 2007

The right fitness routine can improve your golf game

For many people, warmer spring temperatures are a signal to dust off the clubs and hit the golf course. A favorite pastime of both men and women of all ages, golf is an excellent way to get some fresh air and sunlight, spend quality time with friends and family, and even get some exercise.

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Pop Culture 101
Monday, May 14, 2007

Lake Forest College brings lecture series to Sedgebrook

Did you know that the Beatles began as a rhythm and blues cover band? Or that they filmed what would later be recognized as the first music video?

Hybrid hype
Monday, May 14, 2007

Eco-friendly autos protect the planet and save you cash

In the last issue, we discussed alternative methods of transportation to save money at the gas pump. One increasingly popular way to cut gas costs—and do your part to reduce global warming pollution and American dependence on foreign oil—is to drive a hybrid car.