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August 2, 2012

Mason Souza

Newsperson syndrome: It’s a deadline, not a disorder

Do you know a reporter personally? Do they seem a little off to you in social situations or conversations? Are they bad at planning things in advance? Do they not react to positive news the same way you do? Don’t worry, the next line is not, “Ask your doctor if…” Instead, I’m here to clear the air and speak on behalf of reporters, editors, and anyone involved in the news business to explain why they are the way they are.

Recent hot weather calls attention to safety precautions

It caused once vibrant green grass to turn a parched brown. It almost dried up Huntley’s hopes of a proper Fourth of July celebration. It turned car interiors into torture chambers, and it seemed to have no mercy.

Attracting new members among goals for Leznek as president of Current Events Club

Fred Leznek took to the podium for the first time as new president of Sun City’s Current Events Charter Club on July 3.

The Big O delivers

When Orion Samuelson was approached by chancellor earlier this year about delivering a commencement address at the University of Illinois in May, he did a double-take. “I said, are you sure you have the right phone number, are you sure you have the right person? Because I had no idea of ever reaching that level of speaking,” Samuelson said.

Is the friendly village losing its country charm?

While it seems wrong to say there could be any upsides to the economic recession the country is currently going through, you could potentially make the case for one.

Edgewater’s Renaissance man

“When a man retires, it’s a very difficult adjustment for the woman, the wife,” Judi Tepe said. “It’s all of a sudden, he’s moving into your space.” Make no mistake, Judi and Vern Tepe are happy together. But, as Judi puts it, “24/7 with even Tom Cruise would be difficult.”

Hang Your Hat: June 28, 2012

The above letter was mailed to the Sun Day expressing disapproval with the handling of political material in the paper. The Sun Day would like to address these claims.

Why a Del Webb community is like college

The last time I wrote a column, I was in college. More specifically, I was writing a weekly column for the Daily Vidette, the student newspaper at Illinois State University, where I worked as a features editor.

Edgewater veterans stir patriotic spirit in the community

Most passersby in Edgewater are likely unaware of what is contained in the flagpole that stands in front of the Creekside Lodge. From the outside, it’s impossible to see the bullet and match stored inside the ball, or “truck,” on top of the pole, there as a symbol of the need to defend the flag against enemies and destroy it properly in the case of a surrender.

Board of Trustees approves video gaming in Huntley

Village trustees voted on June 14 to allow video gaming in Huntley. The vote was 5 to 1 in favor of video gaming.

Knowledge and resources shared at domestic violence presentation

Part of the aftermath of the murder of Sun City resident Michelle Mathieu by her boyfriend this March is a focus on domestic violence in the community.

Huntley Police reportedly make break in burglary case

Two burglaries occurred between Sunday, May 20 and May 22 on Flowerwood and Stonewater Crossing in Sun City. The resident on Flowerwood told police a rear screen window had been removed and the window was pried open.

Invested in learning

If there’s one thing Edgewater’s investment club makes clear, it’s that they are not in it for the money. The club, made up of 17 members, is instead focused on learning about the stock market and bonding over their discoveries. A social connection is what first brought Dave Strahl, the club’s current president, to the group.

Resident prepares to approach board again on dog park

With 180 petitions signed, Carole Gillham, N.21, is preparing to approach Sun City’s Board of Directors once again about the idea of starting a dog park in Sun City.

Sun City resident and animal shelter dig for treasure

Betty Barnett, N.22, is asking for residents to donate things both old and fresh in an effort to help animals in need.

Police sergeant, security expert offer home safety advice

One burglary has occurred in Sun City since March 7, when Huntley Police Chief John Perkins addressed residents at Drendel Ballroom regarding the nine burglaries in the community since last January.

Mayor Kaptain talks tax, city projects to veterans

Elgin Mayor David Kaptain spoke on a broad scope of news regarding Elgin at a meeting of the Edgewater Veterans group on May 2 at the Creekside Lodge.

Remembering Josephine ‘Joe’ Cosman

Josephine Cosman, a Sun City resident, passed away on Sunday, May 6 at Sherman Hospital in Elgin. Cosman was 91 years old.

A coach for all seasons

In perhaps the ultimate act of walking the walk, Sandra Switzer has taken on a success coach of her own.

Constitution, founders’ intentions examined at Tea Party meeting

“I assume you’re here because you feel like something isn’t going quite right,” Chad Kent, the featured guest at an April 26 meeting of the Huntley Tea Party at the Huntley REC Center, told the crowd.

Cinderella to take audiences for a spin

Forget the glass slipper, pumpkin carriage, and fairy godmother: the biggest standout of the Sun City Theater Company’s production of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “Cinderella” may be below all the action. That’s because the stage of this musical boldly goes where no Sun City production has before: in 360 degrees.

Morgenthaler examines war on women, seniors, and veterans at HSPA meeting

Jill Morgenthaler, the featured guest at the April 12 meeting of Huntley Seniors for Progressive Action, opened her presentation with a war story.

Songs and memories

“Besame, besame mucho/Love me forever and make all my dreams come true.” A pause followed the final note. Carol Siegler, the director and self-described “dictator” standing among the seated singers, was silent as she contemplated her thoughts on the performance.

Transitions strives to bring hope, not fear to hospice

An elderly man with a breathing tube riding a skateboard is not the image most have in mind when they think of hospice. Leslie Horwitz was fully aware of this picture’s irony when she chose it for Transitions Hospice’s postcard. As vice president of the Huntley-based hospice group, she is working to change the connotation of hospice from scary to hopeful.

Riding on a wing of hope

Walking into the motorcycle dealership, Fritz von Heimburg felt a little intimidated, a little unsure. He had his eye on a Honda Gold Wing, but had never ridden nor even sat on a bike the size of this 960 lb. machine.

Burglaries and safety examined in police presentation

A rash of robberies across Sun City has provoked the concern of residents eager for answers and ways to protect themselves and their property. Residents packed Drendel Ballroom on March 7 for an evening meeting with Huntley Police Chief John Perkins.