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Swim lanes removed from Park District referendum plan

Plans for a March 2014 referendum regarding new facilities for the Huntley Park District are moving forward, but they no longer include outdoor swim lanes.

Buck in the Boot gives thanks to firefighters

Local firefighters on duty this Thanksgiving will not have to worry about missing out on turkey – or any of the trimmings – this year. That’s because Sun City resident Jack Gilhooly is once again running his Buck in the Boot campaign.

A stellar fall season for many HHS teams, athletes

When most high schools measure their sports seasons, they ask: how competitive were our teams and individuals? And how many winning seasons did we have? At Huntley High School this fall, the Red Raiders did very well.

Profiles in courage: Managing MS

It is estimated that over 2.3 million people are affected by multiple sclerosis worldwide. MS is managed by approximately 400,000 Americans or one in every 700 American adults.

Resident Reporter 11/21/2013

Breast Cancer Support Hour The Breast Cancer Support Hour will hold its annual Holiday Gathering at the home of Elizabeth Anderson noon Wednesday, Dec. 4. All members attending must R.S.V.P by calling Elizabeth at 847-515-7452 by Dec. 2 and indicate if they are bringing an appetizer or dessert. Please note: There will be no regular …

Ask an Angel 11/21/2013

Q. I will be traveling with my mother this holiday season. This is not a first for me, but a first dealing with incontinence challenges for her. Do you have any suggestions so that I can avoid any embarrassing moments for both of us?

Finding your furniture a step ahead of the vultures

I knew you could be arrested for a lot of things, but I was surprised to learn that you could be hauled in for your taste in interior decorating.

Gas stove igniter problem

When you wash the surface of your gas stove, use very little water and be very careful not to splash any around the knobs that turn on the burners.

An occasionally triumphant, always trivial pursuit

By its etymology, trivia is pointless.
Etymology, by the way, is the study of the origin of words. Did you know that?

Give your plants a fighting chance to last through winter

Rarely do I bring home items from work. The reality is that plants get much better care at our garden center than they will at my house. By the time I get home, I am done watering and caring for plants; they are simply on their own. It is survival of the fittest.

Laughter By Paul 11/21/2013

Sarah, a dietitian, was addressing a large audience in New York.

They’re gonna serve you food you can’t refuse

Jim grew up on the northwest side of Chicago and went to St. John Bosco Church. In case you didn’t know, this is the patron saint of chocolate syrup (Bosco syrup can still be purchased at Woodman’s grocers).

The many uses of coconut oil

Coconut oil is hard like Crisco at room temperatures under 76 degrees. At higher temperatures, it starts to turn liquid. I have had shipments where, if the package has been in the sun, the bottle is completely liquid.

Don’t get caught short without long-term care insurance

Recently, Sue and I had two of our close friends in need of nursing facility services be¬cause their loved ones were not capable of caring for them at home. The decisions to arrange for nursing home care were stressful enough to begin with, but in both cases there were added financial concerns.

Waves of savings

Elgin’s WRMN has thrived on an innovative business model based on a timeless virtue: thrift

BREAKING: Two pictures painted of Signorile as Sun City murder trial begins

WOODSTOCK – He was a cruel, belligerent, drunken abuser who beat his girl friend literally to death.
He was a concerned boyfriend who was trying to help his girlfriend deal with seizures and alcoholism.
These are the two sharply contrasting descriptions of Robert Signorile, a former Sun City resident, as he went on trial Nov,. 18 for first degree murder in the 2012 death of his live-in girl friend, Michelle Mathieu, in their Neighborhood 10 Sun City home.

Lost & Found

Could you ever imagine that a fallen American infantryman, a tiny metal tag, 65 years of time, a generous Dutch archaeologist, and a retired Sun City management consultant would all come together to tell one of the most unbelievable and heart-warming stories of World War II?

Passwords, filters removed from Prairie Lodge Wi-Fi

Sun City residents will likely find it simpler to connect to Prairie Lodge’s wireless Internet network as the SCAAH Board voted to remove the passwords formerly required before residents could log on.

Signorile trial set for Nov. 18

After about 19 months of legal maneuvering and dozens of hearings, it appears that the case of Robert Signorile in connection with Sun City’s only murder in 15 years will be resolved soon.

Singing, Dancing, and Scrooge?

Bursting with song and special effects, the Theatre Company of Sun City takes the stage in November with “Scrooge: The Musical,” bringing along a new caliber of talent that sets it apart from the company’s previous plays.

Profiles in Health: Paul Souchek

According to Social Securi­ty’s 2010 Life Expectancy Report, American men should live an average of 76.3 years. Sun City resident Paul Souchek defied the odds, celebrating his 90th birthday on Sept. 30, 2013.

Political Place 11/7/2013

The views and opinions expressed in Political Place do not necessarily reflect the views of the Sun Day or its staff. The section is meant to offer readers a chance to express their thoughts on political issues.

Resident Reporter 11/7/2013

In my younger years, I never thought much about swans. Yes, they were certainly attractive birds yet were never any part of my life. That changed, however, in the early summer of 2011 shortly after I moved to Sun City (from Michigan) and began traveling along a residential route outside the Village – a bypass to get around Route 47 construction.

Why wait for hot water?

The reason that you get cold water for from one to four minutes is that all of the water in the pipes between your sink and the water heater has to run through the faucet before the heated water from the tank comes through.

Some general benefits of coconut oil

The information below was compiled through personal study and the book “Coconut Cures” by Dr. Bruce Fife:

Ask an Angel 11/7/2013

Q. Every so often, my daughter asks to borrow a few dollars. Usually, she explains that she is a little low on funds. Lately, her requests have become frequent, and I feel flustered about giving her more, especially since I am on a fixed income. How can I lovingly say no?

Laughter By Paul 11/7/2013

After Mike and Mary had a huge argument, they ended up not talking to each other for days. Finally, on the third day, Mike asked where one of his shirts was.

Eggers’ special occasion calls for a truly special steak

Nancy and I have a few “go-to” restaurants for special occasions or when we just want to splurge a little. Such an occasion was when we recently celebrated our 39th anniversary.