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ChildServ resumes immigration services

Sat, 5 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

To help immigrants navigate the process of becoming a naturalized U.S. citizen, a nonprofit family service agency in Waukegan has hired a new immigration specialist to provide low-cost assistance in Waukegan, Round Lake and Mundelein. ChildServ initiated its citizenship and immigration program in Lake County 15 years ago, but had been without an immigration specialist since January.

Club Calendar

Sat, 5 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

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Around Illinois

Sat, 5 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

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Chicago's Finest

Sat, 5 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

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Golden memories bind nurses of '58

Fri, 4 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

The young women who graduated from the St. Therese School of Nursing in 1958 marched, white caps on their heads, into a health care future they could not have predicted: "the pill," HMOs, the closing of their beloved hospital. But in the insular three years the student nurses lived and studied in the 150-room school attached to the former St. Therese Hospital in Waukegan, they formed a bond that has lasted five decades.

Graduates

Fri, 4 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

Illinois Wesleyan University, Bloomington

Baseball and Social Security: More than just numbers

By Valrea Thompson Social Security Administration — Fri, 4 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

Baseball is America's pastime. It's also game known for its numbers. Joe DiMaggio's 56-game hitting streak, Cal Ripken's record of 2,632 consecutive games played and Hank Aaron's 755 career home runs all tell stories much larger than the numbers themselves. Mention any one of these numbers to a baseball fan and you're sure to call to mind memories and anecdotes.

90-year-old golfer still in the swing

BY CHARLIE ADELMAN cadelman@scn1.com — Thu, 3 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

Marie Sisolak only had one wish as she celebrated her 90th birthday on Tuesday at the Bonnie Brook Golf Club. "I just want to swing my club and still be on the golf course," she said. This might seem extreme for a woman of her age, but for Sisolak, golf is not just a sport, but a lifestyle.

Here & Now

Thu, 3 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

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Service News

Thu, 3 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

Air Force Airman Blair Colbert , daughter of Consuela and Peter Colbert of Waukegan; Air Force Airman Ryan Jesse , son of Michael Jesse of Winthrop Harbor; Air Force Airman 1st Class Carter Mitol , son of Tom and Karen Zimmerman of Deer Park; Air Force Airman Jonathan Garrett , son of Diane Curry of Waukegan; Air Force Airman Kristopher Jamieson , son of Toni Jamieson of Evanston and Bradley Jamieson of Waukegan, graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas. Colbert is a 2006 graduate of Waukegan High School. Jesse is a 2006 graduate of Zion-Benton Township High School. Garrett is a 2007 graduate of Waukegan High School.

Antioch woman has passion for restoration

BY DIANA KUYPER Special to the News-Sun — Wed, 2 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

Art restoration is a passion for SuzAnne Grube-Eames of Antioch. She worked in Lake Forest for 11 years restoring art, including priceless items by Picasso and Renoir, before she worked in a gallery in Chicago and helped found the framing department at the College of Lake County.

Lake Villa Library tops 1 million checkouts

Tue, 1 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

Lake Villa District Library Director Bob Watson says he believes libraries have personalities. If so, the Lake Villa library must have an engaging one, because for the first time it has posted a fiscal year circulation of over one million, which is considered a milestone for a district with a population estimated at less than 40,000.

Senior Help

Tue, 1 Jul 2008 04:00 CST

Medical information

Pet clinic good medicine for owners, too

BY KENDRICK MARSHALL kmarshall@scn1.com — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

North Chicago resident Elette Anderson said she was overjoyed to able to get an affordable examination for her "kids." While her dog "Giggles" might not like the idea of getting annual vaccinations, Anderson is relieved that the low-cost pet clinic at the Foss Park Golf Course on Saturday made it a little easier on the wallet.

5 Questions: Denise Lease

Mon, 30 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Music has always been at the center of Denise Lease's life. The 35-year-old Naperville woman took piano lessons in the Suzuki method from the age of 3 through high school.

Health Calendar

Mon, 30 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

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Store in Grayslake an ethical endeavor

Sat, 28 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

One of the most ethical companies in the world is doing business here. Ten Thousand Villages, which sells handmade gifts, jewelry and home decor crafted by Third World artisans, was recognized earlier this month for its fair trade and sustainable economic and environmental practices by Forbes magazine and the Ethisphere Institute.

Marriage licenses

Sat, 28 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

The following couples have applied for and been issued marriage licenses by the Lake County clerk's office:

Recovering Lake Villa cancer victim captains Relay for Life team

Fri, 27 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

It's not even July yet, and it's already been the year of a lifetime for Kristen Salomon. In January, the 15-year-old Lake Villa girl was diagnosed with a rare form of germ cell cancer. She underwent surgery to have a five-pound tumor removed from an ovary and underwent seven weeks of chemotherapy while maintaining her place on the Grayslake North honor roll.

Service News

Fri, 27 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Navy Seaman Aaron Slingerland , son of Susan Slingerland of Fort Myers, Fla., and David Slingerland of Lincolnshire; Navy Seaman Apprentice Thomas Cuellar , son of Belinda Cuellar of Chula Vista, Calif. and Tom Knox of Waukegan; Navy Seaman Jonathan Joyce-Clark , son of Thora and Nicholas Joyce-Clark of Highland Park; Navy Seaman Recruit Stefon Pawlowski , son of Vera and Albert Pawlowski of Lake Villa; Navy Seaman Recruit Christopher Cooper , son of Denise and Jimmie Cooper of Beach Park; Navy Seaman Recruit Kyle Keeton , son of Gail and Toy Keeton of Zion; Navy Seaman Jonathan Norlin , son of Kathy and Carl Norlin of Lindenhurst; Navy Seaman Jason Kilpatrick , son of Joyce and Larry Kilpatrick of Gurnee; Navy Seaman Apprentice Nicole Purdy , daughter of Joanne Purdy of Hanover Park and Darryl Purdy of Gurnee; Navy Seaman Recruit Nicole Velez; and Navy Seaman Recruit Joseph Romano, son of Karen and Gary Romano of Antioch , completed U.S. Navy basic training at Recruit Training Command, Great Lakes.

Gurnee woman pushes 'cozy books'

BY CHARLIE ADELMAN cadelman@scn1.com — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

If the typical Stephen King novel leaves you too petrified to go to bed at night, Gurnee's Diana Vickery is hoping her Web site dedicated to "cozy books" will help people find some tame, yet enthralling, reading. Vickery's Web site, cozylibrary.com , caters to fans of cozy books, a term to describe mostly mystery novels free from strong language, explicit sex and heavy violence.

Monster rummage sale starts Thursday

By Diana Kuyper special to the news-sun — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

St. Peter Catholic Church and School will hold its 48th annual rummage sale Thursday through Sunday. It is the second-biggest sale in Lake County and one of the top five in the state, according to Claudette Skvarce, who is returning this year to organize the sale after a four-year absence.

Wedding planners: Put Social Security on your list

By Valrea Thompson Social Security Administration — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

If you are a bride-to-be planning a wedding, there's so much to do: get the dress; choose a caterer; book a venue; select the flowers. But there's one more important thing you may need to put on your list: contact Social Security if there's going to be a name change.

Camp teaches elementary students science

Tue, 24 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Several VCRs, computers and clock radios found their final resting place this week in a classroom at the hands of grade school students. While they were getting a closer look at the inner workings of the appliances, they were also culling them for parts to create machines to pop a water balloon at Camp Invention at W.C. Petty School.

Lil' Kellie wants all your kisses

Tue, 24 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

I don't know where to begin and wish I could tell you my whole story. My original family gave me up because one of their kids apparently developed allergies.

Savvy Senior: Some comfort bicycles for aging boomers

Tue, 24 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Dear Savvy Senior: I saw your "Today" show segment last month on popular bicycles for baby boomers and wanted to find out where I can find the list of bikes you talked about. Also, what makes a good bike for boomers? -- Easy Rider

Senior Health

Tue, 24 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

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Extreme makeover for Waukegan school

BY KENDRICK MARSHALL kmarshall@scn1.com — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Even though classes have been over for nearly a month, staff at Glenwood Elementary School were already hard at work Saturday preparing for next year. However, school administrators were not going over lesson plans, ordering books or supplies. They were knee-deep in paint, soap, and dirt in an attempt to brighten things up at the school.

Julie Thresh: Realtor

Mon, 23 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Julie Thresh has always enjoyed looking at houses. She also likes working with people. So it was only a matter of time before she found a way to meld those two interests together into a satisfying career.

Mehta: Bone marrow testing

BY NILESH MEHTA, MD drnileshdmehta@gmail.com. — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Recently, I saw a 50-year-old white male patient who was found to have mild anemia ( low red blood cells) by his primary care physician. When I reviewed his blood tests, it became apparent that not only was he mildly anemic, but he also had a low white blood count.

Health Calendar

Mon, 23 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Blood Drives

Anchorage: Flat visitor season anticipated in Alaska

BY RACHEL D'ORO The Associated Press — Sun, 22 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

With runaway fuel prices, it's somehow fitting that Jim and Wilma Fowler's Airstream Safari sports a green sign, "Alaska or Bust," on the back window of the 25-foot travel trailer. The couple's friends were flabbergasted that they were driving 3,800 miles to Alaska from Oak Park, Calif., for a three-month trek in their son's adopted state.

Hundreds of seniors take part in Mini Olympics

Sat, 21 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

A little rain wasn't enough to dampen the spirits of more than 300 senior citizens and other nursing home residents Friday as part of the 30th annual Mini Olympics at Hinkston Park. Participants putt golf balls, fling Frisbees, toss bean bags and try to throw small hoops onto pegs while also enjoying dancing to a DJ, snacks and a huge lunch.

Walk down memory lane at Waukegan's tour of homes

Sat, 21 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Familiar landmarks and modest but popular 20th century architectural styles will be on display Sunday during the Waukegan Historical Society's annual Tour of Homes (1 p.m. to 5 p.m.; $12 in advance, $14 at the start).

Around Illinois

Sat, 21 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

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Federal program produces homegrown bilingual teachers

Fri, 20 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

After working as a paraprofessional in Waukegan Public Schools for six years, Edith Martinez of Waukegan became a teacher after completing a federal program for local school districts to grow their own bilingual teachers to overcome shortages.

Service News

Fri, 20 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Army Pvt. Scott Paugel , son of Margie Paugel of Zion, has graduated from the Infantryman One Station Unit Training at Fort Benning, Columbus, Ga. The training consists of Basic Infantry Training and Advanced Individual Training.

Home-grown

BY CHARLIE ADELMAN cadelman@scn1.com — Thu, 19 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

As I made my way to Grayslake on Wednesday for the weekly farmers market, I tried to think if I had ever actually been to a farmers market before. I tried to imagine what this market would look like. I pictured elderly farmers in plaid shirts with missing teeth peddling jelly and milk while basket-toting women wearing bonnets shopped for goods.

Here & Now

Thu, 19 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

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Wall-to-wall art at Genesee

By Jessica Vander Velde SPECIAL TO THE NEWS-SUN — Wed, 18 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

The Genesee Theatre's walls had been empty since it reopened in 2004. Administrators didn't want to clutter them with just anything. Then in two days, about 100 pieces of art were brought in, filling the first three stories of the theater. Robert Morris College loaned the paintings, graphic designs and sculptures made by students and faculty.

Dean's List

Wed, 18 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

The following students were recently named to the dean's list at their respective schools:

Act of kindness

By Monifa Thomas Sun-Times News Group — Tue, 17 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Riding a bike cross-country with a group of people she barely knows. That's how Andrea Clark of Mundelein is spending her summer. It's all in an effort to raise $100,000 for cancer research.

Introducing Diante

Tue, 17 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

I'm told my first name should be play and my last name love: that's what some of my friends around here say about my personality.

Divvying up the family belongings

Tue, 17 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Dear Savvy Senior: Do you have any suggestions on the best way to divide up your parent's personal possessions after they're gone? My parents, both in their 70s, are still living. How will we handle a house full of stuff when they eventually pass away. -- Splitting Heirs

Senior Help

Tue, 17 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

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Rummaging treasures for a good cause

BY KENDRICK MARSHALL kmarshall@scn1.com — Mon, 16 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

The Breakfast Exchange Club of Gurnee wanted to bring a little bit of Iowa to Lake County on Saturday. While Iowa is known for the setting of the hit movie "Field of Dreams" -- and lately of some serious flooding -- Kim Weidner could only think of garage sales. Taking the idea from a successful garage sale held in Waterloo, Iowa, Weidner decided it would be nice to hold a similar event at Woodland Middle School.

Mehta: Men get breast cancer too

BY NILESH MEHTA, MD drnileshdmehta@gmail.com. — Mon, 16 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Breast cancer is just not a woman's disease. Male breast cancer is a disease that can have potentially devastating consequences.

Health Calendar

Mon, 16 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Blood Drives

Antioch students raise $5,553 for cancer research

Sat, 14 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

By solving math workbook problems, Antioch Elementary School students raised $5,553.63 for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in Memphis, Tenn., said Principal Judy Hamilton. Through St. Jude's Math-A-Thon, students get sponsors that pledge to give a few cents for every math problem the students solve.

Farmer's Markets

Sat, 14 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Deerfield: Metra parking lot, northwest corner of Robert York Avenue and Deerfield Road. Hours are 7 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturdays June 14 through Oct. 11. Details, (847) 945-5000.

Around Illinois

Sat, 14 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Art

Round Lake Beach businessman is 'Molotov the Gypsy' on weekends

JESSICA VANDER VELDE Special to the News-Sun — Fri, 13 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Brent Allan eats fire on weekends. Allan is a marketing consultant in Round Lake Beach during the week, but when he dons his colorful gypsy outfit, he's Molotov the Gypsy. He performs at festivals across the Midwest, eating fire, cracking jokes and performing magic. As Molotov the Gypsy, he's a lot bolder and a bit more disgusting.

Woodland kids raise $3,200 in honor of fellow student

BY CHARLIE ADELMAN cadelman@scn1.com — Thu, 12 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

On Wednesday morning at Woodland Intermediate School, students got to escape from the classroom and literally jump for a fund-raiser that raised over $3,200 for muscular dystrophy. Hosted by the school and the Muscular Dystrophy Association, the "Jump for Jerry" was held in honor of fourth-grader Tommy Odishoo.

Dean's List

Thu, 12 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

The following students were recently named to the dean's list at their respective schools:

Club Calendar

Thu, 12 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

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Here & Now

Thu, 12 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

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Club Calendar

Thu, 12 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

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Popular Gurnee community garden expands

Wed, 11 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Most people call it the Mother Rudd House, but Greg Alderson points out that the ancestral property on Kilbourne Road was much more than just a place to live -- it was a working farm dating back to the 1840s. This in mind, Alderson pointed out that the spot is perfect for a new use in the 2000s: a community garden.

Antioch Elementary kids celebrate last day of school

Tue, 10 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

The giant octopus maze was Zachary Besson's favorite activity on Monday when Antioch Elementary School celebrated the end of the school year by having its annual Field Day, organized by the PTO. Students like Besson look forward to the day all year when the whole school day is given over to playing Twister, racing tricycles, going through obstacle courses and running around having a field day.

Cook's Corner

Tue, 10 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Botanic Gardens: 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe. Chef Series with free demonstrations at 1:30 and 2:30 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays through Oct. 5. Michael Samuels and Meg Bowman of Whole Foods Market in Northbrook on June 14. Jeff Muldrow of Ba Pensiero in Evanston on June 15. Details, (847) 835-6829. Someone's in the Kitchen: 522 N. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville. Lunch & Learn with Father's Day Lunch at noon June 13. Cost is $40. Chef Kim Bisk with Viva Venezuela! at 6:30 p.m. June 18. Cost is $65. Lunch & Learn at noon June 20 with Panini, the Ultimate Grilled Sandwich. Cost is $35. Details, (847) 816-9511.

Patchwork of quilters

Mon, 9 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

If you like to take perfectly fine pieces of cloth, cut them into small pieces and then sew them back together again, you are not alone. The Northern Lake County Quilters' Guild has been meeting monthly since the mid-1980s. The group has also donated hundreds of quilts to premature babies in hospitals, injured soldiers returning from Iraq, and Hurricane Katrina victims.

This Father's Day, help your dad save $3,600

Mon, 9 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

It may be that your father has always been there to provide advice, whether he was showing you how to throw the perfect pitch or cast a fishing line. Maybe he told you how to dress for your job interview or encouraged you to save for financial goals in your life, such as a car, a house and retirement.

Senior Centers

Mon, 9 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Antioch

Senior Help

Mon, 9 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Medical information

Senior Health

Mon, 9 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Wheelchairs

How to keep your own medical records

Mon, 9 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Dear Savvy Senior: To keep up with all the different doctors I see and medications I take, a friend recently suggested I start keeping my own medical records at home, but I'm not sure where to start. Can you offer any tips or suggestions on the best way to go about doing this? -- Unorganized Annie

Health Calendar

Mon, 9 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Blood Drive

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Mon, 9 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

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Survivors mark five years being cancer-free

By Judith Masterson JMASTERSON@SCN1.COM — Sat, 7 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

There is no happiness like kicking cancer. Jennifer Duch, 34, of Gurnee, beamed while cradling five pink roses, one for every year she has survived since a diagnosis of malignancy in her breast. "I feel wonderful," she said, standing with 104 other five-year cancer survivors at the annual tree planting ceremony held in their honor by Cancer Treatment Centers of America.

Club Calendar

Sat, 7 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

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Farmer's Markets

Sat, 7 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Deerfield: Metra parking lot, northwest corner of Robert York Avenue and Deerfield Road. Hours are 7 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturdays June 14 through Oct. 11. Details, (847) 945-5000.

Chicago's Finest

Sat, 7 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

Adventure

Gurnee teen a skilled technocrat

BY CHARLIE ADELMAN cadelman@scn1.com — Fri, 6 Jun 2008 04:00 CST

While most high school students' summers involve a run-of-the-mill, minimum- wage job and some fun on the weekends, Warren Township High School senior, Vladimir Jouravlev has other plans. At the end of June, Jouravlev, 17, will travel to Kansas City to compete in the week-long SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference -- a national competition to showcase the talents of career and technical education students.