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Grayslake teen starts 'don't-text-and-drive' public campaign

While stopped at a Grayslake trafifc light, Michele Bauman scrolled through her text messages on her cell phone. When the light turned green, she hit the accelerator, bumping the car in front of her. Neither Bauman nor her son, William, who was in the car, was injured, but both were shaken after the ... Read More »

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Opinion

Off the deep end: You sure can't win 'em all, but you can try

We’re close friends with a couple, Doris and Harold. They’re a pair who will do anything for you, including providing free entertainment. They don’t sing, dance or tell joke ... Read More »

Off the deep end: In sickness and in health, for better or for worse

My husband and I have differing views of medicating ourselves. His: “I will only take something if I get hit by a truck the size of Kansas.” Mine: “I think I’m going to g ... Read More »

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Tom's Cookbook Library: Celebrating Italy's culinary richness

Well-traveled Tesssa Kiros was born in London to a Finnish mother and Greek-Cypriot father, lived in South Africa until she turned 18 and has spent time cooking in Australia, ... Read More »

Lakelife

Volo Auto Museum showroom speaks kids’ language

The Volo Auto Museum’s latest addition is nearing completion, and its theme is decidedly Disney — with a dash of Looney thrown in for good measure. Ariel has her waterfall. Be ... Read More »

Great Lakes Bulletin

Budweiser Clydesdales visit NSGL

   More than 500 people went to Constitution Field May 16 for a nice afternoon out and a chance to see some of the world’s most famous horses.     The Clydesdales, the horses ... Read More »

FaceTime

Meet Dan and Nancy Cappello, Wings, Etc., Antioch

The love for everything sports is what propelled Dan and Nancy Cappello into the business of chicken wings. The Antioch couple opened a sports-themed restaurant and pub called ... Read More »

Blogs

4 myths of carpal tunnel

Doctors for USA WEEKEND Myth: Achy wrists mean you’ve got it. In fact, many conditions, such as arthritis or tendinitis, could cause wrist and hand pain. Your doctor will tak ... Read More »

Get ready for summer!

Doctors for USA WEEKEND Don't read while you eat. No watching TV either, or playing on your iPad, or doing anything that diverts attention from your dish — staying focused ma ... Read More »

Lake Co. Magazine

Getting Carded

Jenny Sweeney of Libertyville has seen tremendous success with her company, Jenny Sweeney Designs, which creates quirky handmade cards, custom invitations and more. ... Read More »

    Real Estate

    Get this look: Furnishing the bathroom

    The bathroom is one of the humblest and undoubtedly hardworking rooms in the house. But just because the space is utilitarian, doesn’t mean it should be lacking in style. ... Read More »

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