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June 6, 2013

Mason Souza

Update: driver, people in Regency Pkwy. building unharmed

A driver crashed her car into a commercial building at 12173 Regency Parkway in Huntley around 8 a.m. this morning. No one was injured.

The debate over death

End-of-life planning is a struggle for many seniors because it involves decisions that pass through many channels. Family, doctors, and religion often play a role in shaping the discussion along with the individual’s own beliefs.

Election canvass reports shed light on senior voting

Election canvass reports for the April 9 elections were filed on April 23, giving a detailed picture of voting trends in the area.

An exposition of teamwork

With six years of experience under their belts, the Edgewater Home and Lifestyle Expo committee has their operation down pat.

Following election, new faces prepare to take office

With voters having cast their ballots on April 9, local elections have come to a close and new officials are getting ready to take office.

Critical lessons I learned from critical men

Meeting our heroes is one of those rare situations that rattles the nerves with feelings of both extreme excitement and terror.

HSPA presents gun petition to Rep. Randy Hultgren

On the morning of March 25, a group of 14 people met in Rep. Randy Hultgren’s office to present a Reduce Gun Violence petition and speak on the issue.

Huntley post office likely to renew lease on Woodstock St.

Though recent talks among Huntley officials have hinted at plans for Huntley’s post office, postmaster Derek Strissel knows of nothing in the works.

Digging in the history-rich mines of Colorado

When Karen Vendl was asked to fill in for her boss and interview an applicant for a position at the Environmental Protection Agency office in Chicago, she did not know she was recommending someone she would be working with over 30 years later.

Grafton’s financial woes could spell shutdown

Grafton Township is facing the potential of having to shut down by mid-April due to its continued financial difficulties.

Sun City’s Sanders running unopposed to keep Rutland supervisor spot

For nearly four years, Sun City residents living in Kane County have been served by one of their own.

Advertising: it really must be a mad man’s game

What defines a man? Is it a full beard, or a sculpted physique? Being able to survive in the wild? A Camaro? The type of scotch he drinks?

Elgin Township supervisor candidates discuss plans

From now through April 9, Edgewater residents have the chance to choose the next supervisor of Elgin Township. The role of supervisor includes serving as chairman of the township board of trustees, supervising general assistance programs, and acting as treasurer of township funds.

Village trustee candidates explain their plans for Huntley’s growth

Three spots are up for grabs on Huntley’s board of trustees, and there are four candidates looking for a seat.

Township donation controversy ends as money returned

The issue between N. 12 residents who mistakenly donated money to the wrong food pantry and Township Supervisor Linda Moore reached a conclusion on Feb. 14 at a Grafton Township Board meeting.

Former representative Walsh claims GOP is in ‘civil war’

“I believe we’re at war. I believe this thing that we call America is at risk of forever being lost, and I refuse to be like a typical politician and just quietly and meekly let that happen.” Former Representative for Illinois’ 8th district Joe Walsh said the above as a rallying cry to the Huntley Area Tea Party during their Feb. 20 meeting.

Police team with local specialists to keep seniors safe

When there’s something strange in your neighborhood, email inboxes, or answering machine, Cherie Aschenbrenner wants you to call her.

Remind me why we have these again?

Before I started working with the Sun Day, I had little knowledge of what exactly a township was. I was aware they existed, but other than that, they were a complete mystery to me.

Candidates want to keep township bus, may alter service

SUN CITY – According to the four candidates for Grafton Township Supervisor, recent rumors of the township’s bus service being scrapped are false.
Candidates gave insight into what they plan to do with the bus service through interviews with the Sun Day and comments made during a Feb. 6 candidate forum at Drendel Ballroom.

Da King of Beef

With all due respect, the Italian beef is a mess.
There’s just no way to avoid it: the meat is drenched in au jus and piled high atop an already soaked bun. Add to that (if you so choose) greasy hot or sweet peppers and you’ve got a sandwich made to stain shirts and destroy even the toughest napkins.

Moore agrees to pay back accidentally contributed money

A dispute over money given to the wrong charity last fall may be near its resolution.

These days, you’ve got to look straight at them

“These are the days of miracle and wonder.”

-Paul Simon, “The Boy in the Bubble”

The Creekside Cookers get a little cheesy

If Edgewater is mad over manchego and brie parties are all the rage over the next few weeks, it is all because of Creekside Cookers.

Months of planning goes into making Holiday Magic

In six years, Holiday Magic has established itself as not only the largest holiday event in Edgewater, but the largest event the community hosts all year. This year’s edition, held Dec. 9 at the Seville in Streamwood, drew about 300 residents to a brunch and dessert served both to tables and buffet-style.

Century-old cookie tradition hasn’t crumbled

It’s difficult to keep up with the cousins as they deftly fold, cut, fill, bake, glaze and sprinkle each and every cookie. When the behind-the-scenes work of making the dough and filling is taken into account, the whole process seems even more intimidating.

Though demanding, winter is not deadliest season for driving in Illinois

Whether snowflakes bring to mind memories of sledding and skating or aggravation at the thought of shovels and standstills, one fact is sure: winter calls for a change of driving habits.