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Court ruling mixed bag for company, tax collectors
The state Supreme Court agreed Hartney Fuel Oil Co. should get back $23 million in taxes it was ordered to pay after it moved its headquarters to a small village without a local sales tax. But in the bigger picture, the court sided with tax collectors, agreeing state law didnt permit firms to avoid taxes through such maneuvers.
No injuries in Naperville apartment building fire
No one was injured in a fire at a Naperville apartment building Friday that left more than $250,000 in damage and three of the apartments uninhabitable, authorities said. Firefighters responded just after 2 p.m. to the 1400 block of Fairway Drive and found smoke coming from the roof of the building, officials said, and as crews entered the building, they reported smoke on the buildings upper...
Baby Jesus figurine stolen in Batavia
A baby Jesus figurine was stolen from a Batavia front yard just a few days before Christmas, authorities said. According to police, the theft occurred at 8:45 p.m. on Dec. 22 on the 500 block of South Forest Avenue. A resident of the home said someone inside saw a man take the decoration from the front yard and run away.
Arlington Heights security guard appears on "Jeopardy!"
Jerry Slowik says he's always been good at taking tests, from his perfect score on the SAT in high school to the near-perfect 34 he earned on the ACT. Some 10 years later, the Arlington Heights resident is on TV and making money for being so good at answering questions — or in this case — giving his answers in the form of a question.
Moving Picture: Firefighting in Rolling Meadows rookie's blood
John Loesch Jr. might be a rookie firefighter at the Rolling Meadows Fire Department, but his name is well-known at the fire house. His grandfather Ted Loesch worked in the department for 38 years, and his father, John Sr., is still on the job. He gets his fair share of the grunt work being the new guy, but firefighting is in his blood.
Retired teachers sue state over pension law
A group of Illinois school administrators and retired teachers filed a class-action lawsuit Friday seeking to have the new law aimed at eliminating Illinois worst-in-the-nation pension shortfall thrown out, a long-anticipated move that is expected to delay implementation of the sweeping measure.
1.3 million lose unemployment benefits Saturday
Restoring up to 47 extra weeks of benefits through 2014 would cost $19 billion, according to the Congressional Budget office.House Democrats led by Reps. Sander Levin of Michigan and Chris Van Hollen of Maryland sought to include an extension through March by offsetting the costs with potential farm bill savings. They were rebuffed.
Lutheran General finds, stops bacteria source
Advocate Lutheran General Hospital in Park Ridge is asking patients who had a specific procedure earlier this year to be screened for a potential infection thats highly resistant to antibiotics. It's assuring the general public that the procedure has now been made completely safe.
Union chief says Boeings latest offer a $1 billion gain
Boeing has vowed to build the companys new 777X airplane in the Puget Sound if the Machinists agree to the new contract.
Textron: Too soon to say if Beechcraft faces cuts
Textron Inc.s CEO said Friday that his aviation companys $1.4 billion purchase of Beechcraft Corp. will require restructuring and optimization of costs. But how the deal will affect thousands of employees at Beechcrafts home base in Kansas, and elsewhere, remains unclear.
Denver distributes recreational pot sales licenses
The licensed sellers went through a state and local licensing process that included public hearings to ask neighbors about shop locations. Owners also underwent more than a dozen fire and building inspections for each shop.
Gambler rewards cabbie who returned $300,000
A poker player who left $300,000 in the back seat of a Las Vegas taxi made good on his promise this week, handing over a $10,000 reward to the honest cabbie who returned the stash.
Police file: Newtown gunman was obsessed with violence
In a letter accompanying the files, Reuben F. Bradford, commissioner of the state Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection, wrote that much of the report was disturbing but that it also showed teachers trying to protect their children, law enforcement officials putting themselves in harms way, and dispatchers working calmly and efficiently.
Driver survives 300-foot plunge off cliff
PALOS VERDES ESTATES, Calif. A driver who plunged 300 feet off of a Southern California ocean cliff was rescued after firefighters waded into the surf to free him from the car.KNBC-TV says the 19-year-old man was hospitalized in critical condition and told paramedics that he intentionally drove of the cliff in the Bluff Cove area of Palos Verdes Estates.
Worker dies from injuries at Vernon Hills mall
A man working as part of a demolition crew died hours after he was hit by falling concrete from a facade at Westfield Hawthorn shopping center in Vernon Hills, authorities said. Lake County Coroner Thomas Rudd said Patrick J. OReilly, 25, of Palos Park, died from multiple crush injuries Friday morning at Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville.
Stateville intake center focus of prison crowding
Inside what could be Illinois most important correctional facility its main inmate intake center hundreds of newly convicted prisoners are sleeping in a gym, a health care unit, converted common spaces and staging areas next to bus garages after they arrive from county jails, The Associated Press has learned.
No bond for teen accused in decapitation
Bond was denied Friday for a Chicago teenager charged with murder after prosecutors said he killed his aunts boyfriend, cut off the mans head and left it on her bed as a Christmas present.
U of I graduate makes naming-rights donation
The University of Illinois has announced the first donation to secure naming rights for a section of its basketball arena in Champaign. Alumnus John Giuliani, CEO of ValueClick Inc., has committed to paying $5 million for naming rights to a planned 10,000-square-foot premium seating space called the Traditions Club.
Cheetahs kill white-tailed deer at National Zoo
No witnesses saw the deer entering the cheetah habitat other than the cheetahs.Deer are plentiful in Rock Creek Park, which borders the zoo. The National Park Service has used sharpshooters to control the deer population.
Military sex assault reports jump by 50 percent
According to the latest numbers, the increase in reports across the services ranges from a low of about 45 percent for the Air Force to a high of 86 percent for the Marines, the smallest service. The Navy had an increase of 46 percent and the Army, by far the largest military service, had a 50 percent jump.
3 longtime Buffalo Grove employees retire
Buffalo Grove has bid goodbye to three longtime employees. Deputy Building Commissioner Carol Berman, Deputy Village Clerk Carol Lieber and Deputy Public Works Director Rick Kuhl were honored at a recent village board meeting.
American boy, 9, youngest to reach Aconcagua summit
Aconcaguas previous record-holder was Matthew Moniz of Boulder, Colorado, who was 10 when he reached the summit in 2008. There was one younger boy who climbed the lower slopes of Aconcagua, Garcia noted: An Inca boy was sacrificed some 500 years ago at 16,400 feet on Piramide, one of the mountains lower peaks. Scientific tests on the mummy, recovered in 1985, put his age at about 7.
State police to give concealed carry update
Illinois State Police plan to let the public know what they can expect as concealed carry of firearms comes to the state. State police plan a news conference Monday in Chicago, where theyll outline the application process.
Recycle holiday lights in Mundelein
Mundelein area residents can recycle old holiday lights at several locations from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. weekdays through Jan. 31.
Part of Thompson Center evacuated
Illinois State Police say nothing was found after the concourse of the Thompson Center in downtown Chicago was evacuated due to a suspicious package.
Stevenson High wants to leave Lake Countys special district
Lake Countys regional board of education soon could decide if Stevenson High School can withdraw from a cooperative agency that provides special-education services.
Cook County sheriffs patrols watching for DUI
Cook County Sheriffs Police will be conducting significant enforcement efforts in coming days, focusing on DUI violators and seat belt violations. Sheriffs Police will conduct DUI enforcement on the night of Saturday, Dec. 28, in county patrol areas. On Jan. 3 and Jan. 4, Sheriffs police officers will be conducting extra patrols focused on seat belt enforcement.
Swine flu detected in Illinois
Flu viruses are spreading in Illinois, and the leading strain thats being detected in lab tests is H1N1. Thats the same swine flu strain that caused a pandemic in 2009. This years influenza vaccine protects against the H1N1 strain, and vaccine supplies are good.
Who in the Sam Hill can claim gift lost in Geneva?
Samantha, were you expecting something from your uncle for Christmas, in Geneva? Former alderman Sam Hill may have it, as a lost gift turned up in his yard.
New Years Day polar plunges could be extra frigid
The coldest temperatures are expected in the Dakotas, Minnesota and Wisconsin, as well as in a band across upper New York, Connecticut, Vermont and Maine, said Denny VanCleve, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service. High temperatures there will likely be in the single digits Wednesday, he said.
Suspect in Pa. jewelry robbery arrested in Chicago
Chicago police have arrested a man who is suspected of taking part in a $1 million jewelry robbery in western Pennsylvania.
Hanover Township toy drive benefits local families
More than 730 families received gifts this year as a result of the Hanover Township Toy Drive and Sponsor-a-Family programs, officials said.
Cook County clerk to do 1st marriage of 2014
Cook County Clerk David will preside over the first Cook County marriage of 2014, at about 9 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 2. A tradition for more than 20 years, Orr marries the couple who get the first marriage license of the year, who also get gifts donated by local businesses.
Police: No beer led to ceramic squirrel stabbing
The Charleston County Sheriffs office says in a report that officers found a man covered with blood when they arrived at 44-year-old Helen Williams North Charleston home early Wednesday. She told investigators the man fell and cut himself, but she couldnt explain why her hands and clothes were also bloody.
Artist helps make cards for childrens hospital
Kids had the chance to create artwork and spread holiday cheer Friday at the Vernon Area Library District in Lincolnshire. Children in kindergarten through second grade worked with artist Christine Thornton of Mount Prospect to create New Years greeting cards for kids at Ann and Robert H. Lurie Childrens Hospital of Chicago. Its a nice chance for them to give back to kids who are having a...
Bridge projects planned for DuPage, Kane
The state has announced plans to spend more than $10.1 million on separate bridge projects in Kane and DuPage counties. The largest of the two projects will replace the bridge carrying Indian Trail Road over the Fox River in Aurora. Meanwhile, more than $416,000 will be spent repairing the Route 83 bridge that spans Salt Creek in Villa Park.
Island Lake talking gambling
Video gambling machines are banned in Island Lake, but village officials may reconsider their stance on the controversial issue.
Algonquins Art on Fox seeking early signups
Hoping to attract talent for Algonquins summer Art on the Fox festival, officials have put out a call for artists to register now and get a discount. Early-bird registration expires Jan. 15 and comes with a $25 discount on booths that typically cost $135. Art on the Fox is an outdoor, fine arts show held at Riverfront Park, scheduled for June 14-15. Were doing some push right now to see if...
2013: The year in photos
As 2013 comes to a close, we would like to share some of our photographers' favorite pictures of the year. The photos on this page (and there will be more coming tomorrow, with a focus on high school sports) run the gamut from the humorous to the poignant.
Hard Water Classic coming to Blackwell Forest Preserve
Ice-fishing enthusiasts can test their skills and compete for prizes in the Hard Water Classic tournament from noon to 3 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 11, at Blackwell Forest Preserve on Butterfield Road just west of Winfield Road near Warrenville.
Have fun at Lakewood preserve near Wauconda
Kids of all ages are encouraged to attend a free outdoor play date on Jan. 20 at the Lakewood Forest Preserve near Wauconda.
May Whitney pupils in Schoolhouse Rock Live Jr.
Students at Lake Zurich Unit District 95s May Whitney Elementary School will be performing Schoolhouse Rock Live Jr. onstage next month. Fourth- and fifth-graders from May Whitney will perform at Middle School North on Saturday, Jan. 11, at 7 p.m. and Sunday, Jan. 12, at 2 p.m. Tickets are $5 for adults and $3 for children ages 4 and older. Children 3 and younger are free.
Northwest suburban police blotter
Thieves stole four tires and chrome rims between Dec. 14 from a 2012 Chevrolet Malibu in an apartment lot on the 1800 block of West Palm Drive in Mount Prospect. Value was estimated at $2,000.
N.Y. judge rules NSA phone surveillance is legal
A federal judge on Friday found that the National Security Agency's bulk collection of millions of Americans' telephone records is legal and a valuable part of the nation's arsenal to counter the threat of terrorism. U.S. District Judge William Pauley said in a written opinion that the program "represents the government's counter-punch" to eliminate...
1946 train crash to be memorialized in Naperville sculpture
The 45 people who died almost seven decades ago in a train crash in Naperville are set to be memorialized next spring as a public art group unveils a sculpture by a Naperville native and railroad subcontractor. "People coming together to help each other is really what I want to focus on," artist Paul Kuhn said.
Naperville's Ribfest to donate $548,000 to charity
More than $500,000 will be making its way to the bank accounts of 52 Naperville-area nonprofits and social service agencies as a result of last summer's Ribfest. The festival drew more than 150,000 people over five days for fireworks, music and 13 varieties of ribs. Organizers this week said it raised $548,000 for groups that work to prevent child abuse and domestic violence.
Our photographers share some of their favorite images of 2013
The Daily Herald's DuPage County photo staff share some of their favorite pictures of the year.
Marklund proposal faces opposition in Bloomingdale
Concerns about traffic have prompted Bloomingdale's plan commission to recommend the village board reject a proposal by Marklund to expand a school for children with autism.
NORAD Tracks Santa logs 19.58 million web visits
PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. The North American Aerospace Defense Commands Santa-tracking program logged 19.58 million unique visitors to its website on Christmas Eve. NORAD said Thursday that volunteers answered 117,371 calls from children seeking information on the jolly old elfs whereabouts. First lady Michelle Obama was among the programs 1,200 volunteers.
Police file on Newtown shooting to be released
The planned release Friday of thousands of pages of police documents from the investigation into last years school massacre in Newtown could shed additional light on the world of the 20-year-old gunman. State police said their report totaling several thousand pages would be released at 3 p.m.
Northwest suburban pediatrician remembered as pioneer
Dr. Marianne Budzeika, one of the founding medical staff from Northwest Community Hospital and one of its first female pediatricians, has died. "She was the most determined and persistent women you'd ever meet," says her only daughter, Karen Slora of Palatine.
America in 2013: Impressions from around the world
How have events of the past year — namely the U.S. government shutdown, the NSA spying eruption and the conflict in Syria — helped shape the world's view of America? Associated Press reporters asked that question of people across the world.
2013: The Year of Dysfunction, Discord and Distrust
At last, the damage done by an agonizing global recession was easing. A bitter U.S. presidential election was finally over. And as 2013 began, it seemed the year might bring news headlines offering the public some reassurance or relief. Instead, the year's headlines were often filled with tales of dysfunction, discord and misplaced trust that added distressing new chapters to an already too-long...
Dawn Patrol: Carjacking suspect possibly eluded Libertyville police
Libertyville police investigate whether they nearly had carjacking suspect. Car fire spreads to Inverness home. In-home caregiver came back to save Naperville couple in fire. Foul play not suspected in forest preserve death. Sprinkler system puts out Glendale Heights apartment fire. Veteran Stevenson teacher mourned. Ex-pro wrestler to open Elgin sports bar. Carpentersville picks volunteer of the...
Pension fix, gay marriage top 2013 Illinois news
The Illinois General Assemblys much delayed agreement on fixing a $100 billion pension funding shortfall was the overwhelming, nearly unanimous choice among Associated Press members and staffers for the top story of in the state in 2013. It was another busy year in Illinois, with the December pension vote highlighting a string of important measures passed by lawmakers, including gay marriage,...
A bumpy 2013 erodes Americas superpower status
To many around the world, it made little sense: The worlds most powerful government, so mired in dysfunction that it couldnt operate. The worlds defender of individual freedoms, accused of spying on its citizens and friends. But as the world watched America shamble through a string of crises in 2013, the notion of the U.S. as an unflappable leader began to seem ever more quaint.
Obama health care overhaul top 2013 story
The glitch-plagued rollout of President Barack Obamas health care overhaul was the top news story of 2013, followed by the Boston Marathon bombing and the dramatic papal changeover at the Vatican, according to The Associated Press annual poll of U.S. editors and news directors.
State politics in 2013: Year in review
When 2013 began, Democrats were looking at historically large majorities in Springfield, not to mention a new cast of suburban members of Congress. With 2014 upon us, its a good time to ask: So what happened? The answer: A lot.
Longtime Geneva friends encourage kidney swaps
Would you give a kidney to a friend? Would you give a kidney to a stranger, hoping that a friend of that stranger would donate a kidney to your friend? Two Geneva women relate how a transplant chain enabled one of them to save the other's life, even though they weren't a match.
DuPage Countys top animal stories of 2013
In DuPage County, 2013 was a year where we talked a lot about deer, horses, turtles, birds and, yeah, a missing dragon.
Stories of the year in Northwest Cook County
Here's a look at some of the top stories this year in the Northwest suburbs. They include the Schaumburg police scandal, another round of severe flooding along the Des Plaines River and the opening of the first new enclosed mall in the Chicago area in more than 20 years.
Images: Photo Contest Finalists
Each week you submit your favorite photo. We pick the best of the bunch and select 12 finalists. Here are the finalists for the week of December 23rd.
Zion-Benton gives Larkin a taste of its own medicine
Athletic Larkin thrives via the fast break, but the Royals were beaten 78-72 by a taller version of themselves in a semifinal of the Hinkle Holiday Classic at Jacobs Friday night. In what might have been a preview of the Class 4A DeKalb supersectional if each highly regarded team goes on to win its respective sectional, Zion-Benton (12-2) overcame an early deficit with a 14-0 second-quarter run fueled by 10 fast-break points.
Fridays wrestling scoreboard
Here are the varsity boys wrestling results from Friday as reported to the Daily Herald.
Fridays girls basketball scoreboard
Here are the results from Friday's varsity girls basketball results as reported to the Daily Herald.
Fridays boys basketball scoreboard
Here are the results from Frisday's varsity boys basketball results as reported to the Daily Herald.
Hersey gets it done
Hersey coach Mary Fendley has guided the Huskies into their share of championship games at the Wheaton North Christmas Tournament.But never did they reach the final game the way they did Friday night. Trailing Lyons Township in the semifinal by 18 points with under 6:30 remaining, the Huskies rallied for a 65-60 overtime triumph.
Karlis, Montini laugh all the way to the bank
Montini senior Kelly Karlis had to laugh at her own shot. She wasnt alone, which was OK, because the Broncos got the last laugh Friday night.
Aurora Christian reaches Plano semifinals
Plano Christmas Classic: Aurora Christian won its 3rd straight at the Plano Christmas Classic, defeating Newark 62-53 for a spot in Saturday nights semifinal against top-seeded Ottawa.
Wheaton Academy advances to Lisle semifinals
Some missed free throws late made things a little scary, but in the end Wheaton Academy prevailed Friday night in large part due to a great start.
Hoffman Estates defeats St. Francis
As they used to say in pickup basketball games, Hoffman Estates Jorden Thornton had next.
Its a keeper, as Rolling Meadows makes title game
It was fitting that the Rolling Meadows girls basketball team played a nifty game of keep-away with the basketball while protecting a big lead in the final minute of Saturdays semifinal of the Montini Tournament. Thats because the Mustangs were also able to keep Trinity away from the lead when the Blazers made their big comeback in the second half. Meadows led by 15 points at intermission but the previously undefeated Blazers charged back to within 41-40 with two minutes left in the third quarter. The Mustangs, however, shut the door with a 9-0 run and never looked back in a 65-52 victory. Meadows (14-1) returns to the title game of the 16-team tourney and will face Montini (14-1) at 8:15 p.m. Saturday in the championship game.
Washington beats BYU in Fight Hunger Bowl
Bishop Sankey ran for 95 yards and two scores to tie Washingtons career touchdown record and the Huskies went on to beat BYU 31-16 in the Fight Hunger Bowl on Friday night.
Grant wins twice at Marengo
Ryan Noda scored 24 points and grabbed 8 rebounds, as Grants boys basketball team made it two wins on one day Friday, capturing a 67-59 decision over Woodstock in a semifinal of the E.C. Nichols tournament at Marengo.
DePaul beats Northwestern at the buzzer
Billy Garrett Jr. scored the game-winning basket as time expired to lift DePaul to a 57-56 win over Northwestern on Friday night. A 3-pointer with 4.9 seconds left had given Northwestern (7-6) a 56-55 lead. Sandi Marcius finished with 12 points and Cleveland Melvin added 11 for DePaul (8-5).
Make it 39 more for Gallimore in victory over Latin
Paige Gallimore was at it again Friday. Antiochs senior guard scored 39 points, as the Sequoits pulled away from Latin 66-42 in second-round action of the Lisle Cage Classic on Friday.
St. Edward advances to Lisle semis
St. Edward 41, Hampshire 34: Katie Swanson scored 17 points and St. Edward was able to hold off Hampshires fourth-quarter rally to win in the Lisle Holiday Cage Classic quarterfinals. The Green Wave (9-4) play Antioch at 6:30 p.m. today in the semifinals. Madelyn Spagnola added 8 points and Clarissa Ramos had 7 for the Wave.This win came from our team defense, said St. Edward coach Michelle Dawson. Hampshire made a run and we were able to hold them.Sara Finn led the Whip-Purs (6-5) with 16 points.Fremd 58, Huntley 34: Ali Andrews led Huntley (12-3) with 17 points in the Red Raiders second straight loss at the Montini tournament.Cary-Grove 64, Lake Forest 32: Katie Barker had 13 points and Sarah Kendeigh added 10 to lead the Trojans (11-5) at the Mundelein tournament.Streamwood 41, Lake Zurich 37: Hannah McGlone had 14 points and 10 rebounds and Holly Foret added 14 points to lead the Sabres (5-6) at Mundelein. Streamwood will play Cary-Grove today for the consolation championship.Harvest Christian 48, St. Benedict 36: Morgan Lockwood scored 16 points and Kylee Knox had 15 points and 9 rebounds to lead Harvest (6-2) at the Alden-Hebron tournament.Jacobs 50, Waubonsie Valley 42: Carly Sidor had 14 points and Jenn Barnec 11 to pace the Golden Eagles (3-12) at the Wheaton North tournament.Glenbard North 34, Elgin 31: Abby Pierre-Louis scored 9 points to lead the Maroons (3-9) at Wheaton North.Joliet Central 62, Larkin 44: Victoria Patterson (13 points), Alyssa McGhee (11) and Quixmia Washington (10) led Larkin at the Oswego East tournament.
Fremds fine finish stops Naperville Central
For 3 quarters, Naperville Central controlled its semifinal boys basketball game against Fremd in the Wildcat Hardwood Classic at Wheeling on Friday. But the unbeaten Vikings turned the tide in the fourth quarter and came away with a 44-37 victory, which puts them in tonights 8:45 championship game against St. Viator.
McAuley surives frantic finish vs. Barrington
With just 17.6 seconds left and down by 2 points to Mother McAuley, Barringtons girls basketball team inbounded the ball and sprinted down the court in enough time to pull up and look for the open player. Kelly Katis got the ball and saw an opening, splitting defenders on the left side of the basket for what seemed like a sure game-tying basket. But it wasnt to be, as a third Mighty Mac player slid in and was able to get her hand on the ball and knock it away after a lot of contact and a no-call. That ended the comeback attempt for the Fillies who fell 56-54 on Friday night in the quarterfinals of the 31st annual Charger Classic at Dundee-Crown.
Prospect tops Stevenson
Prospect cruised out to a 27-point lead at half before defeating Stevenson 69-41 Friday night in the Charger Classic at Dundee-Crown. Up by 10 points after the first quarter, Prospect (12-1) looked to be getting into rhythm offensively. And even though the Patriots Melanie Despinich hit a quick 3-pointer to open the scoring in the second, it was all Knights from there.
Andersen scores 1,000th point for Aurora Christian
Aurora Christian senior Alyssa Andersen scored the 1,000th point of her high school career Friday against Rochelle on the second day of the Dixon Christmas Tournament.
Montini stops three-game slide
Earning what Montini boys basketball coach Brian Opoka called a necessary win, his Broncos denied a Fenton team that really could use one.
Mundelein advances to tournament finale
For a Mundelein girls basketball team that won only a handful of games last season, learning to win is still a skill the players are working on. Holding big leads is part of that learning curve. Friday night in the semifinals of the Mustangs Holiday Classic Tournament, Mundelein took one more step forward in the process against Conant. The hosts jumped out to an 18-point cushion in the second half only to see the scrappy and feisty Cougars bring it back to just 4 points. But in the end, the Mustangs showed resolve and hung on for a hard fought 57-51 win over Conant and a spot in Saturday nights title match. Mundelein (9-5) will face Grayslake North for the championship at 8 p.m.; Conant will take on Vernon Hills in the third-place contest at 6:30 p.m.
Burlington Central heads to Plano semis
Burlington Central 75, Yorkville 64: Duncan Ozburn scored 22 points and had 9 rebounds to lead the Rockets (9-2) into the semifinals of the Plano Christmas Classic, where they will face Morris at 8:30 p.m. today. Sean Fitzgerald and James Raney each had 13 points for Burlington Central.We came out and played really well in the second half, said BC coach Brett Porto, whose team led just 33-32 at halftime. Ozburn had a really good game inside tonight.Cary-Grove 49, Lakes 34: Cary-Grove jumped to a 10-0 lead and relied on defense to avenge a 6-point road loss to the Eagles on Dec. 13 with this victory at the Hinkle Holiday Classic at Jacobs Friday.Jason Gregoire scored 26 points to lead the Trojans (6-6) into the consolation championship game against South Elgin at 4:30 p.m. It was a really good team win, Gregoire said. It was a big win because we lost to them before so we really came out with a chip on our shoulder. We really wanted to win this game. I thought we locked down on defense and that was the reason why.The victory was the third straight for the Trojans, who limited their opponent to a season-low 34 points for the second straight game.Defensively, we got back and we didnt want to press, Cary-Grove coach Ralph Schuetzle said. We just said lets be good, be solid in the half court and not let them penetrate. We switched all screens and they really couldnt attack us very well. And we got on the glass. The first time we played they just murdered us on the glass.Junior guard Tramone Hudson led Lakes (4-8) with 11 points. The Eagles will face Crystal Lake South for seventh place at 3 p.m.The first 3 games (of the tournament) weve shown some good things, but this was a setback, obviously, Lakes coach Chris Snyder said. Being a young team, we just werent ready for Cary-Grove in terms of energy. Were still learning those little lessons in the big picture of things. Hampshire 64, Harlem 63: Down by 6 points with 2 minutes left in overtime, Hampshire stormed back to win its second straight on the final day of the Chuck Dayton Tournament in DeKalb. Ryan Cork led the Whip-Purs (5-8) with 30 points. Matthew Bridges scored 9 for Hampshire and Trey Schramm had 8.St. Edward 67, Perspectives Charter 61: DaVontae Elam scored 23 points and Joseph French added 15 to lead the Green Wave (12-1) at the IC/Westmont Tournament. Nick Duffy added 11 points and Danny Favela had 10 for St. Edward.Wauconda 63, Westminster Christian 50: Brad Barker had 16 points and Sam Carani added 12 for Westminster (6-7) at the E.C. Nichols Tournament in Marengo.Chicago Alcott 64, Streamwood 51: Cole Seger had 17 points to lead Streamwood at the Wheeling tournament.
St. Viator strides into Hardwood final
Athleticism. Depth. And the two of the best shooters around. All that and more makes St. Viator the dynamo it is this season, and the Lions (12-1) continued their winning ways Friday night in an impressive 65-50 semifinal win over Prospect at the Wheeling Wildcat Hardwood Classic. The Knights (8-5) are the only team to be St. Viator this year, back on Nov. 29 at the Lions Thanksgiving Tournament. St. Viator meets Fremd for the tournament title tonight at 8:45 p.m. Saturday, while Prospect meets Naperville Central for third place at 7:15 p.m.
Suburban teen going to Olympics
Olympian Jonathan Kuck dominated the men's 5,000 meters at the U.S. Olympic speedskating trials Friday night, while Oak Park's Emery Lehman finished second to punch his ticket to Sochi.
Coal City stops St. Francis
St. Francis played a scrappy game but couldnt overcome a bad third quarter in losing to Coal City 38-32 at the Lisle Holiday Cage Classic.
Old man looking real Sharp
The Hawks got 3 goals from Patrick Sharp on his 32nd birthday in a 7-2 rout of Colorado to stretch their lead in the division over the Avs to 11 points. The guys were giving me some heat about turning 32 years old, saying I was an old man, so I had to go out there and prove them wrong, Sharp said.
Benet cant get shots to drop, falls at Proviso W.
The only thing worse than Benets offensive effort on Friday was its timing. The Redwings boys basketball team struggled to score throughout its game against Providence St. Mel, and it wound up costing Benet a spot in the Proviso West Holiday Tournament quarterfinals after a 54-50 loss in Hillside.
Simeon outlasts St. Charles North in 3 OTs
Alec Goetz was almost speechless after the most extraordinary competition of his basketball career against four-time defending Class 4A boys state champion Simeon. That game was crazy, Goetz simply said. In one of the most memorable games staged at the home of the first holiday basketball tournament in the nation, St. Charles North was on the cusp of one of the greatest upsets in years. But it was not to be.
Vernon Hills claws past Niles North
The Cougars are clawing and growling again, and loving it. The Vernon Hills Cougars boys basketball team, that is. They improved to 10-3 and will play for fifth place at 3:45 p.m. Saturday in the Wildcat Hardwood Classic at Wheeling against Deerfield. But their 62-56 win over Niles North on Friday validated their credentials after a demoralizing loss the day before to Naperville Central, a regular in the tournament final four for many years.
Crawford making good progress
Corey Crawford is making such good progress from his groin injury that he might travel to St. Louis with the team for Saturdays game. Crawford wont play, however, head coach Joel Quenneville said.
Macahon, Palatine pick up another win
Chris Macahon could not have received a better 17th birthday present Friday night in the 40th annual Jack Tosh Tournament at York. Macahon intercepted a three-quarter length pass from Elk Groves Anthony Bianchinis with 4.8 seconds left to preserve Palatines 54-41 win in the tournaments second round.
Burlington Central handles Dundee-Crown
Burlington Centrals girls basketball team got the message. Loud and clear. After a horrid shooting night against Mother McAuley on Thursday, Rockets coach Mark Smith made it clear he expected his team to take a more aggressive approach to the painted area of the basketball floor and he didnt mean the 3-point arc. Yes, everyone knows the Rockets love to launch 3s, and when theyre going in BC can put up a lot of points. But Smith wanted his team to show some aggression taking the ball to the basket on Friday when the Rockets took on host Dundee-Crown in the 31st annual Charger Classic. And, boy, did the Rockets pay attention to their coach.Central scored a whopping 52 points either in the paint or on free throws as the result of fouls called in the paint and beat D-C 56-42.
Grayslake North breathes a sigh of relief
Only a short time on the bench so she could catch her breath, after she had Grayslake North defenders huffing and puffing, could stop Vernon Hills Sydney Smith from scoring the basketball. Enter Knights guard Kendall Detweiler, who provided suffocating defense. And in the end, Grayslake North could breathe a happy sigh of relief after surviving a 30-point effort from Smith and pulling away from Vernon Hills for a 61-53 win in a semifinal of the Mundelein Mustang Holiday Classic on Friday night.
Carmel stops Jacobs, to play for title
First-year Jacobs boys basketball coach Jimmy Roberts isnt into moral victories. But the Golden Eagles boss liked his teams effort despite a 63-53 loss to Carmel Catholic in semifinal action of the Hinkle Holiday Classic hosted by Jacobs Friday night. Jacobs (5-4) will play Larkin for third place at 6 p.m. while Carmel (10-2) will tangle with Zion-Benton for the title at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday.
Hersey splits a pair at Pekin
Alex Mueller made a pair of free throws with 13 seconds left, which provided just the cushion Hersey need in tournament play at Pekin on Friday. Thats because Peoria Central hit a 3-point just 3 seconds later but the Huskies were able to absorb the last-gasp shot and win 58-57. In their second game of the day, the Huskies fell 52-44 to Lake Zurich.
Huntley will play for Elgin consolation title
The consolation championship wasnt what the Huntley boys basketball team had in mind coming into the 38th annual Elgin Holiday Tournament. But that is what the Red Raiders will have to settle for playing for Saturday. Huntley never trailed and cruised past Corliss, 68-48, on Friday evening to advance to the consolation championship game.
Syracuse rallies late to win Texas Bowl
Terrel Hunt scrambled 12 yards for a touchdown with 1:14 remaining to lift Syracuse to a 21-17 Texas Bowl victory over Minnesota on Friday in Houston.
Elgin comeback falls short in semifinals
A thrilling second-half comeback turned into a heartbreaking loss for Elgin on Friday night in a semifinal game against Harlan at the Elgin Holiday Tournament. Down 16 at halftime, the Maroons battled back to take a 4-point lead with 35 seconds remaining, only to watch it slip away in a 66-65 loss. Elgin will play Glenbard North Saturday for third place.
Walker, Griffin pace West Aurora rout
Te entire complexion of the game was altered in less than a minute. West Aurora four-year starting guard Jontrel Walker had a roughly 45-second sequence that cashiered the Peoria Manual hopes for a Final Four berth at the Pontiac Holiday Tournament Friday afternoon. Walker had steals on four consecutive Manual possessions late in the third quarter; the senior turned the thefts into three simple buckets, hit a short jumper for his eighth point in the run and fed Matt Dunn with a no-look pass for another easy deuce three seconds before the period ended.
Marshall, Forte picked for Pro Bowl
Wide receiver Brandon Marshall and running back Matt Forte will represent the Bears in the Pro Bowl, but second-year wide receiver Alshon Jeffery was not selected despite a breakout season that includes 86 receptions for 1,341 yards.
Andronovs hat trick powers Wolves
Left wing Sergey Andronov recorded his first American Hockey League hat trick as the Chicago Wolves defeated host Lake Erie 4-0 at Quicken Loans Arena.
Bulls Gibson has a gift for giving more
Bulls forward Taj Gibson has been full of gifts this season. He scored a team-high 20 points against Brooklyn on Wednesday after spending Christmas Eve on a New York shopping spree to help stock his toy drive. Christmas Eve, I was just running all over the place, Gibson said Friday. I went around to a whole bunch of GameStops. One GameStop I bought at least 10 Xboxes. I was looking for PlayStation 4s all over the city."
Sharps hat trick leads 7-2 rout of Avalanche
Patrick Sharp scored three goals for his third career hat trick and set up one of Jonathan Toews two scores to lead the Chicago Blackhawks past the Colorado Avalanche 7-2 on Friday night. Sharp, who celebrated his 32nd birthday on Friday, has 21 goals this season and 10 in his past nine games. He scored twice in Chicagos previous game, a 5-2 win over New Jersey on Monday.
Images: St. Francis vs. Coal City girls basketball
St. Francis played Coal City in girls basketball action during the Lisle Cage Classic holiday tournament on Friday.
Images: Marmion vs West Chicago boys basketball.
Marmion played West Chicago for third place at the DeKalb Tournamentl Christmas tournament on Friday, Dec. 27.
Wheeling legs out a win for Hernandez
In tournament play at Warren, Wheeling had to come up with a last stand as the Blue Devils had the ball with five seconds left and was trying to tie the game with a bucket. But Wheeling forced Warren into an off-balanced shot and came away with a 33-31 win. The Wildcats improve to 8-7, including 3-1 in the tournament.
Images: St. Viator vs. Prospect boys basketball
St. Viator and Prospect competed in the semifinals of the Wheeling boys basketball tournament on Friday, Dec. 27.
Images: Fenton vs. Montini boys basketball
Fenton played Montini in boys basketball action at the 12th Annual Glenbard West Holiday Classic in Glen Ellyn on Friday.
Glenbard East lowers the boom at Palatine
The lower-weight strength of Glenbard East started an avalanche of key victories and helped provide a huge shot in the arm for the title hopes of the Rams after the first day of the 59th annual Berman Holiday Wrestling Classic on Friday at Palatine High School. Carlos Fuentes (106), Anfarnee Rodgers (120), Dayton Olson (126) and Jake Drew (132) opened the quarterfinals with victories for coach Kevin Carlsons team to fuel a 66-point session and give the Rams 113 overall points. Thats 9.5 more than Class 2A power Oak Forest and 13 points better than defending champ Hinsdale Central (100). Lincoln-Way West (90) and East (85) rounded out the top five; action resumes at 9:30 a.m. Saturday.
After easy win, Geneva turns focus to Neuqua
Coaches prefer looking ahead to the next game rather than reflecting upon what has already happened. A few minutes after watching his teams 63-35 victory over Hubbard in Fridays second round of the 48th annual East Aurora Holiday Basketball Tournament, Geneva coach Phil Ralston talked about Saturdays upcoming showdown with defending tourney champion Neuqua Valley (10-2).
Genevas size sinks South Elgin
Playing South Elgin for a second time this month gave Genevas girls basketball team a chance to see how its season is progressing. After going to overtime to win the first meeting, Geneva built a commanding 20-point lead in the fourth quarter of a 58-45 victory Friday at the Montini Christmas Tournament.
Neuqua Valley shoots by Batavia
Neuqua Valley made 29 of 32 free throws including all 14 in the fourth quarter to turn a tight game into a 71-57 victory over Batavia on Friday at the Montini Christmas Tournament.
Maine South more aggressive than Bartlett
Bartlett girls basketball coach Denise Sarna came away from her teams second game at the 31st annual Charger Classic at Dundee-Crown believing the Hawks could have won again. Instead, Bartlett goes into Saturdays action with two straight losses. Maine South handed Bartlett a 54-45 consolation round loss Friday by being more aggressive than Bartlett in a matchup of the past two Charger Classic champions.
Hankins buzzer-beater lifts South Elgin
South Elgin coach Matt Petersen questioned his teams shot selection at some points during the game, but there was no question about the last shot. A 2-footer by a 6-foot-8 guy is usually a sure thing, and Friday was no exception. Tyler Hankins made a layup at the buzzer to lift the Storm over Crystal Lake South, 60-59, in the consolation semifinal of the Hinkle Holiday Classic at Jacobs.
Felicelli helps Carmel drive past Palatine
Carmel senior Kathleen Felicelli deserved a free automobile for her play. But where were the witnesses? Her coach, Kelly Perz, wasnt watching. Neither was assistant Roger Lass. Lets go with 71 feet. Thats the estimated length of the shot Felicelli fired up at the last second before halftime in Saturdays Blue Devil Classic game against Palatine in Gurnee. Felicelli led all scorers with 21 points. Seven of those points closed the second and third quarters. Her big day helped Carmel (12-2) stop Palatine 56-35.
Prairie Ridge topples Bartlett
With Bartlett leading Prairie Ridge 19-12 late in the first half, Wolves coach Corky Card called timeout and got in his players faces just a bit. Prairie Ridge responded with a 7-0 run to end the half. The Wolves carried that momentum into the second half, turning the tie game into a 60-39 win in the consolation round of the Hinkle Holiday Classic at Jacobs Friday afternoon.
Rockford East drops Dundee-Crown
The head boys basketball coaches from Dundee-Crown and Rockford East separately called their teams their own worst enemy in the aftermath of a mistake-strewn 46-41 victory for the E-Rabs at the 39th Annual Elgin Holiday Tournament Friday afternoon.
Noah misses Bulls practice, but Deng returns
Joakim Noah missed Friday's practice because of a hip injury, while Luol Deng returned to practice after missing seven of the last 10 games wirth a sore left Achilles. Both players are questionable for Saturday when the Bulls host Dallas.
Marshall beats Maryland in Military Bowl
Rakeem Cato threw for 337 yards and three touchdowns, and Marshall used two fourth-quarter scores to rally past Maryland 31-20 Friday in the Military Bowl.
Notre Dame basketball player plans to transfer
Notre Dame basketball coach Mike Brey says sophomore swingman Cam Biedscheid plans to transfer. Biedscheid had announced in November he planned to redshirt this season.
Images: Burlington Central vs. Dundee-Crown girls basketball
Burlington Central and. Dundee-Crown competed in the Dundee-Crown girls basketball Christmas tournament at Dundee-Crown on Friday, Dec. 27.
For womens sports, 2013 loaded with great stories
Patricia Babcock McGraw reviews the top women's sports stories of 2013, touching on international soccer, the LPGA, the WNBA, college volleyball, pro tennis and college basketbal.
Wheeling earns consolation title appearance
Wheeling topped Clark Prep 69-46 on Friday to earn a spot in Saturday's consolation championship game against Notre Dame.
Images: Carmel vs. Palatine girls basketball
Carmel played Palatine at the Mundelein girls basketball tournament on Friday, Dec. 27.
Stevenson superb in nixing New Trier
Independent of the outcome, the details make a difference to the Stevenson boys basketball team this season. The Class 4A state runners-up from a year ago have big goals this season. So when they played to near perfection in building a 31-0 lead in a second round game of the Proviso West Holiday Tournament against New Trier, the Patriots werent about to let their foot off the pedal. Its our motto this year everything matters, said Stevenson coach Pat Ambrose. No matter the situation, every play, every moment matters to us in achieving our goals. The Patriots tied a tournament record by shutting out the Trevians in the first quarter and cruised to a 76-30 victory over New Trier.
Bears agree to 4-year extension with kicker Gould
The Bears have agreed to a four-year contract extension with kicker Robbie Gould through the 2017 season, the team said Friday. I thought it was important that I remain a Bear, Gould said. I think it means a lot for my career. I think it means a lot to be able to do some things down the road individually, but also I think, if Im going to hold a trophy up, I want to hold it up with the Chicago Bears.
An Olympic city that did it right
Weve seen the sad pictures: weed-covered Olympic venues that were quickly of no use after their 2½ weeks of glory, largely abandoned after costing billions to build. Then theres Salt Lake City, where the legacy of the 2002 Winter Games carries on vibrantly more than a decade later. Its a lesson all cities bidding for big-time sporting events should heed.
Rodgers return opens up options for Packers
The buffet line is open again for the Packers offense with Aaron Rodgers back. Coach Mike McCarthy has made a few adjustments to the playbook with the franchise quarterback back for the first time in nearly two months. Well, its a lot like going to the restaurant. You have a menu. You decide what you want to use and what you probably shouldnt use, McCarthy said Friday about play-calling.
Vinatieri chasing NFLs 2,000-point club
All Adam Vinatieri ever wanted was a chance to play in the NFL. When he finally finishes his remarkable career, he may go down as the best kicker in league history.
Phillips: NFL agrees 50th TD was a bobble
Wade Phillips would like to put an asterisk on Peyton Mannings touchdown record. The Houston Texans interim coach said Friday the league agreed with him that Mannings record-tying 50th TD toss Sunday shouldnt have counted because Eric Decker bobbled the ball.
Pinstripe Bowl will close Rees unique career
The last time Tommy Rees played at Yankee Stadium, he got to use Derek Jeters locker and led Notre Dame to a victory against Army. That was 2010, and Rees was a freshman. Since then hes been beaten out, benched, booed and suspended. Hes also been called on repeatedly to bail out the Fighting Irish when they have been in a jam, and come through more often than not.
Huskers DE will miss Gator Bowl
Nebraska defensive end Avery Moss returned to his home in Arizona to attend to a personal issue and wont play in the Gator Bowl against No. 23 Georgia next week.
Romo has back surgery, out for finale
Tony Romos season is over, and the Dallas Cowboys will have to win without their star quarterback in a third straight winner-take-all finale. Coach Jason Garrett said Romo had back surgery Friday, and Kyle Orton will start when Dallas faces Philadelphia on Sunday night with the NFC East title and a playoff berth on the line.
Westbrook out until after All-Star break
Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook has undergone arthroscopic knee surgery and wont return until after the All-Star break.
Veras agrees to 1-year deal with Cubs
The Chicago Cubs say they have agreed to a one-year contract with reliever Jose Veras that includes a club option for 2015. Veras was 0-5 with a 3.02 ERA in 67 games last season for the Houston Astros and Detroit Tigers.
Marquette freshman to redshirt
Marquette freshman and key point guard recruit Duane Wilson will redshirt this season because of a left leg injury. Wilson missed most of the preseason after sustaining a stress fracture in mid-October.
Fantasy football: Manning, Jeffery head awards
The fantasy football awards are in. See who won MVP, Biggest Surprise and more ...
Our baseball Hall of Fame voters cast their ballots
The National Baseball Hall of Fame allows voters to list up to 10 candidates on the yearly ballot. This year's ballot includes three new names whom many feel are surefire first-ballot Hall of Famers: Greg Maddux, Frank Thomas and Tom Glavine. Even without the "steroid guys," it's a crowded ballot with many worthy players to consider. Here's how Bruce Miles, Scot Gregor, Mike Imrem and Barry Rozner voted.
Girls basketball: Week 4 MVPs
Grayslake Centrals Morgan Dahlstrom has earned Daily Herald MVP honors for her recent girls basketball performances.
Boys basketball: Week 4 MVPs
Crystal Lake South senior Austin Rogers has earned Daily Herald MVP honors for his recent boys basketball performances.
Shoppers return to stores for post-holiday bargains
Suburban shoppers eager to take advantage of post-holiday sales and clearance racks continued to swarm retailers Friday. Those who had to return Christmas gifts had the perfect excuse to also line up at cash registers for discounts of 40 to 75 percent. Among the bargain hunters was Rob Stern of Algonquin, who bought a leather jacket marked down from $100 to $40 at Sears.
Target: Customers PINs were stolen, but encrypted
Security experts say its the second-largest theft of card accounts in U.S. history, surpassed only by a scam that began in 2005 involving retailer TJX Cos.
Stocks end day mostly flat in quiet trading
Even with Fridays pause, the stock market has been in rally mode heading into the end of the year. The Dow and S&P 500 are up 2.4 percent and 2 percent respectively so far in December, with only two trading days left in the year. For 2013, the S&P 500 is up roughly 29 percent, its best year since 1997, and the Dow is up 25.8 percent, its best year since 1996.
$42.5 million approved for Chicago's Circle Interchange
More money has been approved to redo Chicago's Circle Interchange. Gov. Pat Quinn announced Thursday that he has released $42.5 million for the ongoing project. The total cost of the four-year project is $475 million. The latest money will pay for a bridge at Halsted and Harrison streets and new approaches.
Chicago's Drake Hotel gets new lighted sign
One of the more noticeable sites along Chicago's Lake Shore Drive has gotten a face lift.WBEZ radio reports that the Drake Hotel's bright, gothic-scripted sign has been renovated. Now, instead of neon, it's made with LED lights that shine light purple instead of pink.Drake Hotel property director Hank Hawerbier says it was getting difficult to maintain the old sign. He says letters would short out because of ice, strong winds and rain.
Lack of customers dooms many Cuban businesses
The dented metal pizza trays are packed away, so too the old blender that never worked when it was needed. Gone is the sweet smell of rising dough that infused Julio Cesar Hidalgo's Havana apartment when he and his girlfriend were in business for themselves, churning out cheesy pies for hungry costumers.
Obama reversal on health plan gets mixed reviews
President Barack Obamas decision a month ago that allowed people to keep insurance policies once slated for cancellation under the federal health overhaul has received a mixed response from insurers, state regulators and consumers. In pitching the overhaul, Obama had long promised that people who liked their policies could keep them. But many consumers complained upon getting notification from their insurers in October and November that their individual policies would be canceled.
Suit filed in Chicago over Target security breach
At least one Illinois resident has joined those suing Target after the retail giant disclosed hackers stole millions of customer accounts. Chicago-area woman Chandra McPherson is the named plaintiff in a class-action lawsuit filed this week in federal court in Chicago. Similar lawsuits have been filed in other states.
Takeda shares drop after scrapping development of diabetes drug
Takeda Pharmaceutical Co., Asias largest drugmaker with U.S. headquarters in Deerfield, scrapped development of a diabetes drug after failing to show the medicines benefit outweighed its risk. The stock tumbled.Takeda terminated the development of TAK-875 after it was linked to liver damage, the company said in a statement to the Tokyo Stock Exchange today. The decision was made after consulting with three independent panels on what the trials showed about the drugs safety, the Osaka-based company said.The drugmaker now has one less candidate in development to succeed Actos, once the worlds best-selling diabetes medicine, and buffer a decline in sales from cheaper generics. Takeda has been acquiring rivals and stakes in drugs and hiring senior executives from overseas to expand internationally.The company has reached the conclusion that, on balance, the benefits of treating patients with fasiglifam do not outweigh the potential risks, Takeda said, referring to TAK-875 by its generic name. Takeda is working with trial investigators and local regulatory authorities to ensure that patients who participated in the fasiglifam trials are transitioned to appropriate therapies.Takeda slumped 5.2 percent, the most since May 10, to 4,835 yen at the close in Tokyo trading. The stock was the biggest decliner on the Topix Index, which rose 0.8 percent.Final PhaseTakedas diabetes pill was in the third and final phase of patient studies in the U.S., Europe and Japan. The medicine is in a new group of diabetes drugs called GPR40 agonists, which aim to stimulate insulin secretion in the pancreas.Actos faced generic competition in August 2012. Sales of the drug peaked in the year ended March 2011 at 387.9 billion yen ($3.7 billion) for Takeda and accounted for 27 percent of its revenue at that time.In January, Takeda won U.S. regulatory approval for a new treatment for diabetes called alogliptin, five years after its initial application. The approval was delayed as the regulators asked for more data on cardiovascular risks.Takeda projects to report net income of 95 billion yen in the year ending March, the lowest level in 15 years. The company forecasts mid single-digit annual revenue growth through 2017 and annual operating-profit growth of 20 percent or more over the same period. It aims to cut annual costs by 100 billion yen by 2017, partly by reducing its workforce.
Alderman to sponsor job fair for Chicago brewery
Chicago Alderman Jason Ervin is hosting a job fair for a craft-beer brewery that is opening in Chicago. Ervin says the Lagunitas Brewing Company is in the process of opening a state-of-the-art brewery in Chicago. The company is hiring for all positions.
Delta to honor extremely cheap mistake fares
Some lucky fliers capitalized on a computer glitch Thursday and scored some really cheap flights on Delta Air Lines. From about 10 a.m. to noon ET, certain Delta fares on the airlines own website and other airfare booking sites were showing up incorrectly, offering some savvy bargain hunters incredible deals.
Life & Entertainment
Pauley, Gumbel to reunite on NBCs Today
The Today show is ending the year on a nostalgic note. NBC says that former Today anchors Jane Pauley and Bryant Gumbel will join Matt Lauer for Mondays show. Gumbel left the morning program in 1997 after 15 years, and Pauley exited in 1989 after a 13-year tenure. They were co-anchors for seven years.
A&E reverses Duck Dynasty decision
The A&E channel said its reversing its decision to drop Duck Dynasty patriarch Phil Robertson from the show for his remarks about gays. In a statement Friday, A&E said it decided to bring Robertson back after discussions with the Robertson family and numerous advocacy groups.
The AP picks its Top 10 theater of 2013
This years best-in-theater list is overstuffed: There are revolting children, classic plays and circus acrobats. There are two knights playing two clowns and plenty of cross-dressers, as well as a guy in a one-man show, which somehow also features Barbra Streisand. Even a production that never actually made it onstage gets some applause. What? Our Top 10 list of the best in theater in 2013.
From Cumberbatch to Targaryen: The best of 2013
Sean doesn't have a top-ten list, but he does have a look at a few of his favorite things from all corners of pop culture in 2013.
Fact-based dramas lead Dann's best movies of 2013
This year, all of Dann's top 10 films earned four stars, establishing 2013 as the best year of the new millennium so far. Here are the ones that made the cut. Several movies are fact-based works. Many can still be seen in theaters, exactly where they should be seen. (Could Satan be behind movies on phones, iPads and other devices that diminish the quality of the silver screen experience?)
Winston Hills boasts charm, friendly neighbors
Jerry and Cati Heinrich moved to a home in Woodridges Winston Hills almost 23 years ago after overcoming several personal hardships most with the support and help of people in the neighborhood. People opened their arms for us with such kindness. ... This is what endears us to Woodridge."
American Hustle a portrait of swank 70s fashion
From Christian Bales burgundy velour blazer to Amy Adams plunging sequin halter dress, American Hustle is a cinematic romp through the over-the-top styles of the 1970s. Set in New York and New Jersey in 1978, the film tells the story of a pair of con artists (Bale and Adams) forced to work for a cocky FBI agent (Bradley Cooper) bent on bringing down powerbrokers and politicians. This decadent world of power, crime and big money comes to life through ostentatious fashions and outrageous hairdos.
5 free things in Madrid, from symphonies to art
Spain has for decades been among the worlds top tourist destinations, mainly thanks to sun-seekers who flock each year to Mediterranean beaches or the Canary Islands. The Spanish capital has always appealed to fun-lovers as well as travelers with an interest in history and culture. While top-end hotels and restaurants are expensive, it comes as a relief to find that some of Madrids best features can be enjoyed for free.
Jimmy Stewart museum rebounds from adversity
For a time it looked like the Jimmy Stewart Museum wasn't going to make it. It's in the actor's hometown of Indiana, Penn. — an hour's drive from Pittsburgh and off the radar of many fans who might want to attend. And the pool of fans is shrinking as those who grew up during the era of Stewart's films die out. But the outlook has improved, at least for the next few years, thanks to loyal fans who began sending donations as the word got out about the plight of the museum.
Theater events: Black Ensemble extends 'Curtis Mayfield'
Black Ensemble Theater has extended its original production of "It's All-Right to Have a Good Time: The Story of Curtis Mayfield." Stage 773 invites revelers to celebrate 2014 at a Monster's Ball featuring music, dancing and a haunted theater tour.
Death Valley puts brakes on running, cycling races
Its the hottest, hardest, most grueling foot race in the world, says Shannon Farar-Griefer, who has run the Badwater 135 ultramarathon through Death Valley five times. The race takes the bravest of runners 135 miles through the hottest place on Earth in the middle of the summer. Next year, for the first time in 27 years, runners wont be able to tackle the Badwater 135. Death Valley National Park recently put a moratorium on foot and cycling races through the desert hot spot 200 miles east of Los Angeles while they study ways to make the events safer.
Tablets a hit with kids, but experts worry
Tablet computers are so easy to use that even a 3-year-old can master them. And that has some pediatricians and other health experts worried. Some experts note theres no evidence that screen time whether from a TV or tablet provides any educational or developmental benefits for babies and toddlers.
Marty and Leo team up again for Wolf
Anything goes was the guiding ethos for Martin Scorsese and Leonardo DiCaprio in making their extravagant dark comedy of Wall Street excess, The Wolf of Wall Street. We would look at each other and ask, `Are we going too far? says DiCaprio. Rarely was the answer yes.
Editorial: What a fairer map process looks like
Illinois should look to other states that have adopted a more fair redistricting process, a Daily Herald editorial says.
Lessons from the jazz masters beyond music
Columnist Nat Hentoff: Two of my main passions in work as well as in the rest of my life are jazz and the Constitution, which interact. Jazz, banned by Hitler and Stalin, is Americas great contribution of free expression globally, and, as Supreme Court Justice William Brennan once told me, The First Amendments freedom of speech protects all the rest of our liberties.
Auto bailouts failed the taxpayers
A Mount Prospect letter to the editor: The federal government in bold letters informed the taxpayers that their money used to bail out General Motors and Chrysler saved 1.5 million jobs in 2009. Further, the taxpayers were able to preserve $105 billion in personal and social insurance tax collections.
Clarifying the First Amendment
A West Chicago letter to the editor: In his Dec 17 column Picking fights over religion, writer Gene Lyons makes some errors and misleading comments, the most notable of which Id like to correct.
Is new mantra armed at any cost?
A Carpentersville letter to the editor: May I ask what solution the NRA and those of like mind have as a solution to the kids who kill? We know that the mantra is enforce the laws on the books. So what law do we invoke to stop the kids who kill with guns?
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Loyal readers may remember a recent post on the Tickled Pink Airbrush system. I received Tickled Pink as a gift and even though it wasn't exactly what I wanted, the giver probably meant well. Because I was somewhat disappointed in not receiving exactly what I asked for, the device sat on my shelf unopened for months after the holidays. When I finally broke it out and learned how to use it proficiently, I was impressed with the outcome, but not so much the process. There are several aspects of the Tickled Pink airbrusher that are poorly designed and overall the gadget lacks durability. After a few mere months of use the airbrusher went completely kaput. I don't mean the tip got clogged – which happens with any airbrusher – I mean the whole fucking compressor died. The kit is covered by warranty, but I'm hardly about to hit up my ex-boyfriend for the necessary purchasing proof to make claims on said warranty. The accompanying makeup is decent for its intended purposes, but the darker colors skew orange. Let me be crystal clear: in no way is Tickled Pink a remotely extraordinary product.
What I originally wanted (and should have just bought for myself) was a high-quality all-purpose airbrusher. Iwata airbrushers are pretty much the gold standard. The Neo is particularly well-suited for makeup application. The compressor and airbrush are sold separately, but assembling the two is painless. What does the Neo have that the Tickled Pink airbrush doesn't? For one, the cup that holds the product has a lid. When airbrushing your own face with your eyes closed it is easy to spill fluidic makeup everywhere. The makeup isn't cheap and I go through it rather quickly, so waste just isn't an option. Overall, the Iwata Neo compressor is sexy, sleek, quiet, and well-made. The airbrusher itself has a healthy-sized gravity-fed vessel, the aforementioned lid, and a nuanced and adjustable spray mechanism. So far, I have been using my remaining Tickled Pink makeup, but when I exhaust that supply I will begin the quest of mixing my very own customized foundation.
The Iwata Neo isn't cheap, so shop around. Hobby Lobby has these yummy online coupons for 40% off any full-priced item. Coupons can be used on consecutive days or on separate occasions at different stores, so theoretically you could buy the compressor for forty percent off and then do the same with airbrusher, but you didn't hear it from me.

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Miyuki Delica Size 11 Beads Silver-Lined White Opal 5g
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These Miyuki Delica beads in silver-lined white opal have an almost frosted effect. But their stunning silver lining doesn't let them down, making the little beads sparkle. These beads have a uniform cylindrical shape making them ideal for working with on or off a loom to create beautiful designs?
- Beads measure approx. 1x1.8mm (Size 11).
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- Sold in a pack of 5g.
- Each pack contains approx. 1000.
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|Very lovely beads. Stand up to wear better than expected as the coating is not listed as durable; the wear test is still in progress.
|Really lovely beads. Not used Delicas before and so looking forward to incorporating these in a design. Being Miyuki means consistent quality too.
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United Nations, (IANS) A number of children have been killed in this week's fighting in South Sudan — some in an attack on displaced civilians while others have been caught in the crossfire or died as a result of being recruited by armed groups and forces, the UN Children's Fund (Unicef) said Friday.
The exact number of children killed is not yet known but they were among the dozens of civilians injured and many killed by gunmen Thursday who attacked Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs), sheltering at the UN Protection of Civilians site, in the central South Sudanese town of Bor, Xinhua quoted the UN agency as saying.
"Utterly defenseless children were attacked in a place where they should have felt safe," said Jonathan Veitch, a Unicef representative in South Sudan. "The trauma for children under such circumstances is indescribable."
During intense fighting earlier this week in the oil hub of Bentiu, when hundreds of children fled for protection onto a UN base, others were observed carrying weapons, uniformed in military units, as well as undergoing military training. Unicef has credible reports that both sides to the conflict are recruiting children.
"This is fierce, brutal infantry fighting — children must not be instruments of this conflict," said Veitch. "We talk of the long term damage done to children who are recruited, but right now the immediate threat is to their life."
"Those in positions of command and leadership have a duty to keep children out of harm's way and take all necessary measures to prevent children being part of armed groups and forces," he said.


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GUILDFORD filmmaker George Basha will unveil his latest feature film, Convict, to audiences tonight (Tuesday) at Riverside Theatres.
The film was shot inside Parramatta jail — Australia's oldest serving correctional centre.
It follows the story of an Australian war veteran of Arab heritage who returns home from serving in Iraq.
He soon finds himself caught up in an incident which sees him sent to jail.
Basha who co-produced, co-directed, wrote and starred in the film said audiences would enjoy watching a heartfelt story which is an uncommon topic in films about inmates.
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"There are two great love stories in the film," Basha said.
"The first is between my character Ray and his fiancee Kelly.
"The other is a platonic relationship between Ray and David — an inmate Ray befriends."
Basha said the film also provided audiences with life lessons, especially about the effects of racism.
"There is racism which happens outside the jail but there is also racism which happens inside," he said.
"Ray is seen as a traitor to his own people [the Arab inmates] because he went to Iraq and served as an Australian soldier.
"There is a scene which talks about this and you get to hear two sides of the story."
Convict will be shown at Riverside Theatres from January 21 to January 26.


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Dallas, Texas (PRWEB) June 04, 2014
Are you planning to take a family vacation this summer? If so, it could become a pricey proposition. For those Americans with summer vacation plans, 41% expect to pay an average of $3,000 for transportation, lodging, meals, activities, entertainment and pet care, according to a new telephone survey conducted for the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) by Harris Poll. The Texas Society of CPAs offers some tips on how you can set a budget for and hold down the cost of a family trip while still having an enjoyable break.
Check Out Prices Ahead of Time
There are many online options to help you compare and minimize hotel and airfare spending, but it can be hard to budget when you're not sure how much your everyday needs will cost. To solve that problem, search online for local restaurants that appeal to you and check out the menus to get a sense of meal prices. Visit the sites of museums or any other type of attraction you plan to visit to learn about entrance fees. Don't forget, too, that you may need to rent a car or take taxis or public transportation to get around. Other expenses may include hotel Internet charges, fees for using an ATM outside your own banking network and currency exchange costs if you travel abroad. You'll probably find yourself buying at least a couple of souvenirs to remember your trip, so add those to your budget, as well.
Read the Fine Print
Are you planning to visit a resort or take a cruise? While you may expect many amenities to be included, it's smart to find out ahead of time what will cost extra. Hotels may charge for daily parking, for use of the pool or other facilities, or for renting bicycles, jet skis or other water craft. On a cruise, there may be added charges for alcoholic or other beverages and even for dining in certain on-board restaurants. Trips outside of your resort or on-shore cruise excursions may also cost extra, and you'll probably have to ante up a little more for massages or other spa services.
Consider Ways to Cut Costs
Once you learn what expenses to expect, how can you keep a lid on them? If your hotel does charge a daily Internet fee, try to plan your usage so that you don't need to get online as often or search for cafes or other locations with free wireless. If you're flying, find out about baggage or other added fees and try to pack light to avoid them. To lower meal costs, seek out a hotel that offers free breakfast, cocktail hour or other great meal deals.
Get Settled
If you'll be away for a week or more, check out online sites that specialize in short-term apartment rentals. You may find accommodations that are no more expensive than a hotel, but you will be able to make yourself some morning coffee, keep a stash of water bottles or soda and whip up a quick meal if you want instead of paying for a restaurant.
Think About a Staycation
The most effective way to save money is to have some fun right in your own backyard. If you're dreaming of a vacation that will bring the family together, could you have the same fun by spending the day at a local amusement park or taking a day trip to the beach or a state park? If your budget is tight, remember that it may be possible to get a break without leaving home.
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No matter what type of financial questions you're considering, remember that your local CPA can help. He or she can offer the insights and advice you need to make the best decisions.
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Depleted Leafs overcome resurgent Stars in the shootout
It took a thrilling shootout to solve an energetic tilt as the Toronto Maple Leafs defeated the Dallas Stars on Black Friday, 4-3. Jonas Gustavsson made a beautiful desperation save to keep Mike Ribeiro's shootout attempt out of the net to seal the win.
The Stars found offense from a rising scoring source in their ranks, Eric Nystrom. The waiver-wire pickup got the Stars on the board first with a dazzling move off of a wonderful pass from Michael Ryder to make it 1-0.
Then the much maligned defense against the defense failed the Stars as defenseman Dion Phaneuf factored heavily into the next goals, shooting two shots towards the net. One deftly deflected home by Joey Crabb, and the other one trickled past a confused Kari Lehtonen to give the Leafs a 2-1 lead.
Not long after, the Stars broke out on a 3-on-2 for a picturesque setup. Jamie Benn carried the puck forward, dished it off to Radek Dvorak, who one-touch fed it to Nystrom for his second of the game, and seventh of the season to tie it at 2.
Early in the 3rd, the Leafs shot the puck into the zone aiming for the cycle shift. Tim Connolly beat the Star defense and fed a quick, slick feed out in front to Clarke MacArthur for his 8th goal of the season, giving the Leafs the lead.
It only took five minutes for the Stars to tie it. The Stars hemmed the Leafs in their own zone with relentless forechecking. Mike Ribeiro held the puck behind the net and fed Radek Dvorak who fired a laser to the far side for his second goal of the season, tying the game at threes.
The end of the game proved interesting. Tomas Vincour entered the zone on a Dallas rush. He subsequently got his clock cleaned by what looked like Luke Schenn's elbow. This could potentially be looked at as the next suspendable offense. Also, late in the game, Joffrey Lupul got whacked in the face by Sheldon Souray's twig, cracking Lupul's visor in two. No penalty resulted on the play.
Lehtonen stopped two of three shots in the shootout. Gustavsson stopped all three. Neither goalie was great during the game, nor did they make any great saves, but Gustavsson was good enough to earn a hard victory for the injury-ravaged Leafs. The Stars are the last team in the NHL to record an extra session loss.
Gold Star for the Stars: Eric Nystrom —Nystrom played really well with whoever was on the ice surface with him. Jamie Benn had the secondary assist on both goals, carrying the play into the attacking zone. The former first round pick was a threat throughout the entire game. His two goals were beauties, too. Give Nystrom a gold star for the night.
Falling Star for the Stars: Tomas Vincour — On a line with Eric Nystrom and Mike Ribeiro, you should be able to score, or at least have scoring opportunities. However, Tomas Vincour continues to struggle at the NHL level, fumbling the puck and looking totally confused on the ice surface. He was beat on all puck battles and ended the game with 1 shot, was a -2, and was injured on a flying elbow by defenseman Luke Schenn. Give Vincour a falling star for the night.
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Ya está a la venta The Sudden Appearance of Hope, la nueva novela de Claire North, que reseñé hace unos días.
Ésta es su sinopsis:
My name is Hope Arden. I am the girl the world forgets.
It started when I was sixteen years old.
A father forgetting to drive me to school. A mother setting the table for three, not four. A friend who looks at me and sees a stranger.
No matter what I do, the words I say, the crimes I commit - you will never remember who I am.
That makes my life tricky. It also makes me dangerous . . .
The Sudden Appearance of Hope is the tale of a girl no one remembers, yet her story will stay with you for ever.


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AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced that Thomas Seifert, chief financial officer, will present at the Citi Technology Conference at 2:10 p.m. ET on Tuesday, September 7, 2010 in New York, New York.
A real-time audio webcast of the presentation can be accessed on the Investor Relations homepage: http://ir.amd.com.
A replay of the webcast can be accessed approximately 24 hours after the conclusion of the live event and will be available for 10 days after the conference.
Advanced Micro Devices (NYSE: AMD) is an innovative technology company dedicated to collaborating with customers and technology partners to ignite the next generation of computing and graphics solutions at work, home and play. For more information, visit AMD.


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Well, hello readers! I originally made this recipe for Super Bowl Sunday, but ran out of time to post it before it happened. Then, I was going to post this as an Oscar's appetizer, but I am now too late for that! Get it together Keelin! I am officially sharing this recipe with you all so I don't procrastinate it anymore. This Pimento Dip is a quick and easy cold dip that makes a perfect last-minute appetizer.
A few years ago, I shared a hot Tex-Mex Pimento Cheese Dip with you and today I am sharing a cold one. This dip goes perfectly with tortilla chip strips. The best part about this dip is that Matt can pull it together all on his own and I just get to eat it! I actually don't think I have made this recipe yet, even this batch was made by Matt! We always dip right into this as soon as it is ready. If you plan to make this recipe ahead of time, store in the refrigerator and bring out 30 minutes before serving. It's still amazing when it's cold, but this dips firms up when it is chilled and you will break your chips in it. Nothing is worse than breaking your chips in the dip…well, there are probably a few more thing, but in the dip world it is pretty tragic.
- 4 oz. reduced fat Cream Cheese, at room temperature
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack Cheese
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ cup light mayonnaise
- ½ tsp. Montreal Steak Seasoning
- 2-3 tbsp. pimentos, or chopped roasted red pepper
- 1 tbsp. finely chopped onion
- Fresh cracked black pepper, to taste
- In the bowl of a mixer, beat the cream cheese until smooth.
- Mix in the remaining ingredients until combined.
- Serve at room temperature or chilled with tortilla chips or veggies.
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Economic and Social Council
|Control of synthetic narcotic drugs*/
The Economic and Social Council,
Noting that the use of synthetic narcotic drugs is developing rapidly, and that production of these drugs already exceeds that of morphine intended for consumption as such,
1. Thanks the Permanent Central Opium Board, the Supervisory Body and the World Health Organization for the vigilance they have exercised in regard to these substances;
2. Endorses the recommendations of the World Health Organization, the Permanent Central Opium Board and the Supervisory Body, contained respectively in the Official Records of the World Health Organization, No. 19 (1949) and in documents E/OB/7 and E/DSB/9 of 1951;
3. Requests the Secretary-General to draw the attention of governments to the desirability, should they not already have done so, of:
(a) Bringing all synthetic narcotic drugs under their national legislation on narcotic drugs as soon as they appear;
(b) Acceding without delay to the Protocol of 19 November 1948;
(c) Limiting their estimates to medical and scientific requirements;
(d) Exercising strict control over the manufacture and therapeutic use of these substances; and
(e) Making regulations to ensure that all packages containing a synthetic narcotic drug should be clearly marked with a double red line so that they may be identified by the competent services.
27 May 1952
*/ Adopted as recommended by the Commission on Narcotic Drugs in a draft resolution of its seventh session (E/2219-E/CN.7/240, annex A, para. 7).


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Future Futsal VictoriaSports Indoor Soccer Classes & Lessons
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Great atmosphere, friendly coach. Kids learned a lot. Coach Alex was really helpful and always looks for the best for the kids
Our Son participated in Future Futsal program and had a wonderful time each week. The program helped him in areas of development, improved his strength, power and speed.
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Orlando Magic small forward Mickael Pietrus is again living up to the nickname "Playoff Pietrus." He hit two key 3-pointers in Game 4 to help the Magic sweep the Charlotte Bobcats in the first-round series.
Pietrus, 28, a native of Les Abymes on the French Caribbean Island of Guadeloupe, also answers to "Planet Pietrus." He concedes he's sometimes off in his own little world, as if he's always on island time, as they say. Delightfully quirky, the happy-go-lucky Pietrus hasn't had a haircut this season, but he let his hair down with the Sentinel's Brian Schmitz for a light-hearted Q&A after Friday's practice.


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Best Pancake House is a quaint family-like restaurant in the heart of Little River. Right on Highway 17 just south of the main stoplight, it has been around for decades and is frequented by locals and visitors alike.
Best Pancake House
Posted: Feb 24th, 2018 at 7:43 pm
From: Little River, SC
By: ww
Avg. Rating:3
Not here. Closed. Sorry
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Best Pancake House
Posted: Apr 15th, 2014 at 5:57 pm
From: Atlanta, GA
By: ww
Avg. Rating:3
Great place to have breakfast in Little River. Something about the pancakes that is absolutely great. Eggs perfect no matter how you like them done. I will always stop here before and after my visit to the area.
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Best Pancake House
Posted: Jul 07th, 2012 at 3:03 pm
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By: cmdseoxjmhna
Avg. Rating:3
Love, love what you creative, vibey folk are doing. Fine idea and some awemsoe designs. And why should us unique, rainbow people wear Brazilian slip slops, when we can design and make our own, huh? Happiness
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Best Pancake House
Posted: Mar 15th, 2011 at 6:04 pm
From: Pittsburgh, PA
By: gs
Avg. Rating:2
Hands down the worst breakfast i have ever had in a restaurant, maybe EVER. The waffle i ordered was like rubber, i dont even know how that is possible? but what made it worse was the disgusting mountain of strawberry pie filling on top of it. Everything in the place seemed dirty and gross and i will never go back.
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Best Pancake House
Posted: Apr 15th, 2009 at 11:23 am
From: Elyria, OHIO
By: ldz
Avg. Rating:5
When on vacation we were eating at another restaurant when a customer over heard us talking about pancakes. He said the best place to get pancakes was the Best Pancake House in Little River.
My daughter moved here in August 2008 so we looked for and found the place. He was right the food was excellent the man who sat us was very attentive and entertaining. Our waitress checked on us and kept my coffee cup filled...we were happy campers. Excellent place.
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Best Pancake House
Posted: Dec 19th, 2007 at 1:37 pm
From: Little River, SC
By: jb
Avg. Rating:4
I still think they have the best pancakes around.
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Best Pancake House
Posted: Jun 28th, 2007 at 6:04 pm
From: Morganton, NC
By: sm
Avg. Rating:5
My family and I go to this restaurant for breakfast almost every day we are at the beach on vacation. The waitresses are very friendly and even gave us recommendations about great beaches and fun things to do. Because of their advice we have found one of the best beaches if you aren't staying oceanfront at your hotel or condo. The food is consistently good and out quick! Ask for Brenda!
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Best Pancake House
Posted: Sep 03rd, 2005 at 11:27 pm
From: salem, VA.
By: bgm
Avg. Rating:3.7
Good breakfast and service.
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Best Pancake House
Posted: May 01st, 2005 at 10:31 pm
From: Salem, VA
By: bgm
Avg. Rating:4
First time customer in April 2005. Very good food and service. We will return.
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Best Pancake House
Posted: Apr 01st, 2005 at 3:52 pm
From: Little River, SC
By: wmw
Avg. Rating:2.2
The place should be called "Worst Pancake House"
I ordered eggs, Country Ham, Pancakes, a biscuit and coffee.
The coffee was good. The pancakes were ok although a bit on the tough side. The Ham tasted like it was left out in the weather. It was so bad I did not eat it. The eggs had a strange flavor. Perhaps the ham and eggs had something in common. Won't go there again.
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Best Pancake House
Posted: Mar 27th, 2005 at 9:34 pm
From: Morganton, NC
By: sm
Avg. Rating:5
My family and I come here everytime we visit the beach. It's part of our tradition to eat here. We love it and they treat us like family! The food is awesome, the service is quick, and the prices are reasonable. A nice place to make memories!
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Best Pancake House
Posted: Dec 02nd, 2004 at 9:53 pm
From: little river, SC
By: dla
Avg. Rating:4
When I go to Best Pancake House, I really like the 8 silver-dollar pancakes and for a good price they were completely worth it. The syrup is great but the whipped butter is even better. The staff is friendly and I never had any complaints when eating there.
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Best Pancake House
Posted: Dec 01st, 2004 at 10:41 pm
From: little river, SC
By: mlw
Avg. Rating:4
Best Pancake House has pretty decent food at pretty decent prices. We usually get a generous breakfast for very little money. Sometimes we've had to wait to be seated; but I guess that's normal with a popular restaurant right on Highway 17.
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Pakistan captain Waqar Younis thinks his side must win their three remaining World Cup Group A matches to qualify for the Super Sixes after their devastating defeat by England on Saturday.
The 112-run loss to Nasser Hussain's side has left Pakistan facing a fight to stay in the tournament, and with Waqar having to lift his side to face arch-rivals India next weekend.
"If we win all our matches we can go through but we have got to think about things over the next few days," Waqar said. "It was a chaseable total but their bowlers bowled really well, especially (James) Anderson.
"The ball started swinging more than normal here. We played here 12 months ago and it didn't do anything but the ball swung amazingly during our innings.
"Losing the toss may have given an edge to the England side but we defended well and to concede less than 250 was a good effort by the bowlers but once again the batters failed to capitalise."
After restricting England to 246 Pakistan were favourites to win the crucial showdown, but James Anderson's spell of four for 29 changed the course of the match.
Inzamam-ul-Haq's first ball dismissal has left Pakistan with a tough decision to make over his future in the side.
Inzamam has been in wretched form since arriving in South Africa and with their World Cup hopes fading Pakistan cannot afford to be patient.
"He (Inzamam) is one of our best players but is going through a difficult time," said Waqar. "We only have 15 to choose from so we can't make too many changes."


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Me think's someone needs to put more pep pills in their pablum, the same old name calling anti american reterick by some on the reich is very old and out dated indeed.
Then did you follow up by asking them how is criticism of their party off base when they're called reich-wing fascists?
All the reich is the same as you…Refere back to your own post of 19…Indocrination is your game, spitting out cheney's lock step is your frame….
And there is also no question that the young Stauffenberg's reverence for the medieval 'reich' was reactionary - in a similar vein to
1871: William I of Prussia becomes kaiser of Germany and the German second 'reich' (empire) is declared.
"reich" as a label for American conservatives, but if you meant it as in "the third reich" that label is more more befitting the modern American liberal, a.k.a. the "statist."
These tea party reich wing nutbag's are the real terrorists.
The motley cast of talented misfits is trying to bring down a thousand-year empire (try to avoid thinking "reich"), but the heroes discover to their dismay that, bad as the empire was, it was holding back something even worse.
Once again the religious reich and their paid government officials of the (wright) get caught in the act.
Those who claim that Canada's and the UK's health insurance plans don't work should pay attention to what Canadians and Britons have to say about them, not far-reich (sic) - wing nuts in the US.


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no images were foundBarry Hamilton and Edie Genden's sixth grade classes from Mechanicsburg Middle School were named the grand prize winner of the OCEANS classroom mural contest, a national campaign to help students gain a better understanding of ocean conservation through art.
The Wyland Foundation, Fredrix Artist Canvas, and Volvo Cars of North America donated more than 300 50-square foot canvas paint kits to public and private schools and community centers across the nation. 29,000 students in 39 states painted murals about a range of issues affecting ocean health, from overdevelopment to declining marine biodiversity. But students also chose to contrast marine problems by highlighting the astonishing beauty that still remains in the ocean.
"Children are fascinated by the ocean no matter where they live," says Wyland, who is best known for his series of 100 monumental marine life murals around the world. "This campaign not only provided them with artistic tools to express their interest in marine life, but the murals share that message with local communities that have a direct impact on these resources."
Judges chose the 5-foot by 10-foot mural by Mechanicsburg students for its strong advocacy message to restore the Chesapeake Bay, the largest estuary in the United States. "The artwork demonstrates how millions of people across six states depend on this vital natural resource," judges said. "It portrayed the vast natural beauty of the Chesapeake Bay, as well as the environmental pressures that are currently impacting it."
Other winning classes included Ray Koch's seventh-grade art students from Kingston High School in Kingston, Ark., Deborah Thatcher's fifth-grade art students from Lakeview Elementary School in South Milwaukee, Wis., and Adriana Sandoval's art class at Miami Shores Community Center & Home Schoolers of Miami Enrichment in Miami, Fla. Classes spent the month of April working on their murals for display at schools and community centers. The grand prize winner will receive $1,500 worth of Fredrix Artist Canvas, $500 for art supplies, a class set of tickets to see Disneynature's film "Oceans," and a signed artwork by renowned marine life artist Wyland.
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