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Friday, July 4, 2008
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Sparky the fire dog waves to his fans in 1985, when parade participants were still allowed to ride atop firetrucks. (Courtesy of Janet Wilmoth)
Lisle has had some amazing Fourth of July parades in its history. Lisle residents have seen the Shriners - a fraternal organization that supports Shriners Hospitals for Children - in small racing cars, on tall unicycles and dressed as clowns. We've had musical parades with bands brought in from several schools across the Midwest, marching up Main Street and down Route 53.




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Jeep Compass expands the brand

I have to admit that I was not the biggest fan of Jeep’s decision to enter into a new segment last year when they launched the Compass. The idea of a wagonlike “urban Jeep” with front-wheel drive, carlike handling and lack of the legendary Jeep trail rated prowess had me thinking that this was a big gamble on Jeep’s part.


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Find a farmers market near you
Fresh vegetables, organic meats, baked goodies – one can't think of summer without thinking of the local farmers markets, which are just getting under way. Our interactive map will help you find the location and hours of all the markets across four counties.
Interactive map: Area farmers markets

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Field Day puts radio team to the test
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Protest aims to place 'chainers' in doghouse
They came; they ate; they metamorphosed
Orders of protection can be sought online
BUSINESS Briefs
EJ&E sale foes seek Congressional help
In Brief
Residents can check out Lisle Library's new look
Eyes to the Skies festival ready for 28th takeoff
And the award goes to ... me?
State law change ends up shortchanging DuPage fund
Former Book Nook starts new chapter
Sun Calendar
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Electric vehicle drivers sport a grin when they cruise by a gas station. When the price of gas goes up another dollar, they're about the only ones smiling. "Hobbyists and people who care about the environment want electric cars for more than one reason," said John Emde, a member of the Fox Valley Electric Auto Association.

High-voltage rides in high demand
PHOTOS: Making electric cars


Gifted athletes come in many forms: from the football star and baseball ace to the basketball phenom and soccer standout.

The Challenge of the Champions lived up to its billing for the most part June 25 as the all-star club team didn't have a lot of room for error against the private school from Nagasaki, Japan.



The freedom to grill as we please
Readers have weighed in after The Sun wondered where they stand on the issue of charcoal vs. gas for grilling fuel. The debate is sometimes passionate.






Unhappy at work? Mom might know best
Sam Glenn followed some wise counsel when he found himself in a bad job situation - his mother told him, first, don't quit. And second, to have a frank chat with his boss at the small computer communications firm where he worked.



Farmers may reap benefits from flood woes
Cache of treasures gives each Potbelly store its tone
Secondhand still comes first for decor shop
Top dog? Wiener rivalry heats up


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