Addison Opinion
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Editorial: Make sure seniors aren't squeezed out of vaccination accessApr 07, 2021 9:25 am - In a few days, suburbanites 65 and older will lose their nearly-exclusive access to the COVID-19 vaccines, and we're not the only ones concerned about that. On April 12,...
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Endorsement: Veenstra for Addison mayorMar 04, 2021 12:00 am - When Richard H. "Rich" Veenstra, 72, moved to Addison in 1973 as a pharmacist, he volunteered to work on drug abuse issues. A few years later, that led to an invitation ...
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Illinois Commerce Commission chair promotes STEM for World STEM Day Nov. 8Nov 06, 2020 7:55 pm - Science class, sixth grade. A quote, attributed to Albert Einstein, on the chalkboard: "Scientists investigate that which already is; Engineers create that which has nev...
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Editorial: Our debt to those who set aside forest preservesOct 14, 2020 1:00 am - For the past several months, we have been reminded each day of the terrible toll of the pandemic. If there is even the tiniest glimmer of a silver lining, it sparks from...
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Endorsements: Tyson-Dunne, Whelan, Wehrli for DuPage County Forest Preserve.Oct 02, 2020 9:56 am - The six candidates vying for three positions on the DuPage County Forest Preserve board share a passion for nature and making the most of the trails, parks and outdoor s...
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Coronavirus Measures Benefit the PlanetMar 26, 2020 8:12 am - Individuals and communities across the globe are taking drastic measures to protect themselves and slow the spread of coronavirus. Sheltering at home, significantly redu...
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Editorial: Comprehensive approach needed to protect animals from unscrupulous sellersJan 17, 2020 12:00 am - The Lake County Board this week decided to go back to the drawing board on a proposal to support legislation that would give them more control over pet shops and commerc...
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Editorial: Solving 44-year-old murder case shows commitment to victimsJan 15, 2020 12:00 am - Pamela Maurer's story could have been one of those sad, long-forgotten mysteries left to painful memories and periodic speculation. Instead, thanks to scientific advance...
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Support funding for Volo BogSep 27, 2019 1:00 am - Re: "Yes, Volo bog deserves our attention and funds," Sept. 24. In the Chicago Audubon Society publication Compass March 1980, I wrote, "Volo Bog offers a rare insight ...
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We need spiritual awakeningSep 01, 2019 1:00 am - What if everyone worked with God in mind? Suppose no one worked to satisfy self or please the bottom line. Many occupations would instantly cease: drug and sex trafficki...