Donkeys add a challenge to basketball

SANDWICH — “New Directions in Syncopation” will be presented by the Chicago Tap Theatre on stage at the Sandwich Opera House at 8 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 25. “The troupe’s goal ... Read More »

SOMONAUK – The state of Somonauk School District will be discussed in a public meeting from 6 to 7:30 p.m., Thursday, March 1 at Somonauk Middle School. The evening will begi ... Read More »

DeKALB – Several area students were among those earning degrees at the end of the fall 2011 semester at Northern Illinois University. Earning a master of science in nursing w ... Read More »

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As another week of the spring session passed, legislative committees met and talks with the governor’s office occurred regarding ways to balance the budget.  The governor is l ... Read More »

The General Assembly began its spring session with committee meetings, bill filings and the governor’s State of the State address. Usually the governor’s address sets out his ... Read More »

The Sandwich Park District would like to thank Diamond Limousine, Walmart, Best Western Plus Timber Creek Inn and Suites, Jabez Elder Care, A’s Restaurant, and Johnny K’s for ... Read More »

Thank you, thank you, thank you to all of you that donated to Drew’s 8th Annual Christmas Book Collection. Due to your kindness and generosity, we were able to deliver more th ... Read More »

Carrots originated in Holland and, up until about 500 years ago, were always purple. Has anyone seen a purple carrot in their lifetime? Carrots are quite nutritious containin ... Read More »

Italy has long been considered a world power when it comes to food. After spending several months in Florence attending culinary school and working in a restaurant, I learned ... Read More »

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DeKALB – The Northern Illinois women’s basketball team’s usual tough defense was not at the top of its game as Eastern Michigan shot 44.8 percent from the field to earn a 77-57 win on Saturday afternoon in a Mid-American Conference West Division game at the NIU Convocation Center. ... Read More »

American English is simply the best Beatles band tribute story of our time. At the inception of the band, they were voted number one by thousands of Beatles fans as winners of sound a like contests at Beatlefest for three consecutive years. Their demand here and abroad, coupled with their spectacular fan base, anchored them into a professional setting, and launched them into larger venues and theaters worldwide. ... Read More »

If you’re renting an apartment and you wonder why the landlord charges a high security deposit, it could be because they’ve been burned by inconsiderate tenants who trashed rental units, moved out in the middle of the night or perhaps left an awful mess in what is considered an important investment by the owner. ... Read More »

If you’re planning on building a custom home in a new development or remodeling a home in an older neighborhood, you’ll likely find your plans subject to design review. ... Read More »