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April 19, 2012

My Sunday News

How to keep your home safe while on vacation

— Arrange with a neighbor to watch your house while you are away. Give them a key, and tell them how to reach you. Give them your auto license number if you will be driving. Be sure you have their phone number. — Put newspapers on hold and stop mail delivery. Have a neighbor check …

Hang your hat: March 22, 2012

Letters to the editor for the week of March 22.

The Walker

When he lived in Chicago, Jim Mulvihill, N.28, would walk to and from his work in construction at People’s Gas, a natural gas utility company and, if time permitted, would continue his stroll afterwards. Retiring after 34 years of service and moving to the Del Webb community, Mulvihill expanded his love of walking by increasing his distance every day. He’s even received a nickname from his friends, known simply as “The Walker.”

Keep Your Identity Safe During Tax Season

Tax season has arrived, and many consumers are preparing to file their returns with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). In addition to preparing returns carefully, taxpayers should be aware of scams using the IRS name and logo to gain access to personal or financial information that can be used to commit identity theft and/or steal assets.

Hang your Hat: February 23, 2012

Letters to the editor for the week of February 23.

Feedback forum

The Civic Committee and Lifestyles Department is sponsoring a Feedback Forum on Wednesday, March 14 in the Willow Room at Sun City’s Meadow View Lodge from 1:30 to 3 p.m. Sun City Resident Linda Carroll is serving on a committee to improve communication and bring collaboration to a higher level of effectiveness and efficiency between …

Hang Your Hat: February 9, 2012

Letters to the editor for the week of February 9.

Tips for Avoiding Scams

Recent scam: You receive a phone call or email from a person pretending to be your grandchild or a friend. This person states they are traveling in a foreign country and have been robbed or injured. They ask you to wire money to help them get home. Do not send money. Check with someone you know who will be able to confirm the wellbeing of this person.

The cure for primary fever: Thinking locally

For the last several months, we’ve all been overrun with talk, news articles, meetings, campaign telephone calls, and the like touting the presidential primary elections. Who is in the lead in the Republican Party? That is very important, but apparently not something that Sun City residents will have much effect upon. Illinois is the 31st state to hold a primary election or a party caucus. By March 20, the Presidential candidate issue will likely be pretty well decided.

Ask an Angel: February 9, 2012

Q. I was just released from the hospital, and I wonder if my bill is on the up and up. How do I make sure I didn’t get overcharged for things, or even more, get billed for things I didn’t use?

HSPA seeks seniors support

Concerned about your Social Security? Medicare? How about the economy and jobs for your family? What about taxes? Many seniors in the Huntley area are worried and frustrated. What can one do to protect and strengthen those important elements? You can’t do it alone. So, in these times of economic instability and political combativeness, where can you turn to successfully address such issues including public education, women’s rights, and the restoration of the middle class?

Beware Chase Bank Bemail scam

Below is a copy of a fraudulent email sent to a resident of Sun City. Beware of these types of emails. Though they appear to be real, they are merely scams.

Ask an Angel: January 26, 2012

After reading last month’s article, I realized that I have to take some action steps with my medications. I know that I leave mine on the counter so that I can see them and remember to take them. Do you have any safe and practical tips to help me manage my medications?

You’re Invited: January 26, 2012

Events for the week of January 26.

Reducing taxes with exemptions

You can reduce your taxes with these listed exemptions; most in Sun City should qualify for the General Homestead Exemption and Senior Citizen Homestead Exemption. If you live in the home you own and one of you are at least 65, check out the others.

A sunrise stroll

Rev. Carol S. Gates (N.14), Sr. Pastor: Living Waters Lutheran Church – Crystal Lake, takes in a fine winter’s morning, cross-country skiing along Sun City’s Wildflower Prairie on January 16.

PTAG keeps eye on property taxes

PTAG (Property Tax Action Group) consists of Sun City residents who are working to (a) keep property taxes down and (b) seek equity and fairness in assessments.

Centegra Health System offers freedom from smoking

The 2010 McHenry County Healthy Community Study reported that lung cancer is the leading cause of death in McHenry County among men and women ages 45 to 75. Centegra Health System and the McHenry County Department of Health partner to provide “Freedom from Smoking” classes that teach practical ways to end nicotine addiction.

Railroad Club announces train winners

On Friday, Dec. 23, the Railroad Club of Sun City held their drawing for three Rio Grande Ski Trains.

SunCPAC Q&As: January 12, 2012

Q: With other groups becoming involved in addressing property assessments and property tax issues, what is the future of the Sun City Property Assessment Council?

Ask an Angel: January 12, 2012

Q: I have several old prescriptions that I don’t take any longer, and I need to throw them away. What is the best way to dispose of them? Can I throw them in the trash?

Hang Your Hat: January 12, 2012

In the Dec. 15 issue of Sun Day, Diane Farina was a bit critical of a survey of Chinese food that listed the Gourmet House as the winner but did not mention the Plum Garden which was her favorite.

Despite community support, Illinois Health Facilities and Services Review Board declines Centegra Hospital-Huntley … by 1 vote

We are disappointed that Centegra Hospital-Huntley fell one vote short of approval at the December 7 Illinois Health Facilities and Services Review Board meeting.

Hang Your Hat: December 15, 2011

Letters to the editor for the week of December 15.

Those creative elves did it again!

The Sun City Woodchucks spread Christmas Cheer and the spirit of the season to provide handcrafted toys to the children of Grafton Food Pantry clients.

Ask an Angel: December 15, 2011

Q: Can dementia be prevented? Have there been any new developments?