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OK, Grafton, let's behave

Maybe it’s time to call in Jo Frost to straighten things out in Grafton Township.
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McCaleb: D-26 can’t count on hitting lottery

Cary District 26 school board members realize that a tax increase referendum has as much chance of passing as the Cleveland Browns do of scoring another offensive touchdown this season.

Dear Gott: Patient suffers shingles of the eye

Dear Dr. Gott: I am a 73-year-old female on no regular medications. I recently noticed a burning sensation on my face near my right eye. Within a day or so, my eyelid started swelling and became red and painful. I immediately called my physician and was seen that same day. I was diagnosed with shingles of the eye. The doctor gave me eye drops and pills to take every day. She said because I had come in before the infection had taken a real hold, I should expect to get better within a few weeks. Thankfully, I did, but it was painful.

Dear Abby: Heavy girl happy as she is

Dear Abby: I’m 32 and a “large girl.” I am also intelligent, witty and fun to be around. I make friends wherever I go.

Wyss: Forming informed opinion never easier

In newsrooms across the country, journalists like me – the ones who actually remember dummy and paste-up days – are working with an enthusiastic younger bunch who’ve grown up with the Internet, blogs and the like.

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» Bears Insider - A Chicago Bears blog featuring news, info and analysis
Bears Insider - A Chicago Bears blog featuring news, info and analysis

Wolfe's season ends

The Bears placed running back Garrett Wolfe on injured reserve Friday, which effectively ends his season.
» Everymom
Everymom

For Lucas

A fundraiser this weekend will raise money for a Woodstock family as well as epilepsy awareness.
» Payoff Pitch
Payoff Pitch

Cubs re-sign Grabow

As expected, the Cubs announced Friday that they had agreed to a two-year contract extension with relief pitcher John Grabow.
» Huntley Blog
Huntley Blog

Christmas coming to the Square

The village's annual 'Christmas on the Square' event is set for Dec. 5, complete with holiday caroling and a Santa sighting.

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