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It’s all about listening ... and doing the silverware
A few days ago, on June 16, I turned 40. Oh, not 40 years old. Rather, I celebrated 40 years of marriage to my bride, Tia.
Learning to Grow in St. Charles: Hydrangeas prove perennial favorites
Many people have at least one hydrangea, and some have several. After some experience growing them, their aficionados will branch out and ad…
Good Natured in St. Charles: Like all good fathers, male fish pitch in
This week, in honor of fathers everywhere, let’s take a look at some of the most devoted papas our area has to offer. A word of warning thou…
Funds for Batavia High School football fireworks better spent on academics
To the editor:Having fireworks at Batavia High School football games is a horrible idea. The money c…
Good Natured in St. Charles: Robins thrive on suburban amenities
“Aw, crud.”Those were the words I uttered a few days ago when I stepped outside my office to take th…
Discover your St. Charles Library: Supporting the library through volunteerism
Today’s libraries thrive due to of the support of its community, staff and volunteers. The St. Charles Public Library is fortunate to have t…
Oh, baby, I got the buyin’ a new car blues
My wife and I just bought a new car. Well, actually, we’re leasing it.That’s like getting married on…
Taxpayers left out of lawmakers' celebration
By any objective measure, this session of the state legislature was a tour de force for new Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker.
Geneva District 304 board, administration need to support teachers, not discipline them
To the editor:How should Geneva District 304's administration and school board heal wounds and move …
Good Natured in St. Charles: Mimicry of catbird extends beyond feline name
“Mew.”The sound was soft and, at first, easy to overlook. But the longer I spent along the tree line…
