Downers North, which earlier in the playoffs had upset a strong
Wheaton Warrenville South team, couldn’t find the
same magic against Glenbard West and dropped a Class 7A quarterfinal
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Malia and Sasha Obama will have to wait at least two more months for that puppy their dad promised them. President-elect Barack Obama said on Election Night that he had promised his young daughters that they could get a dog once the race was over.
Girls volleyball: Over and over, the newspaper reporters and headline writers used words like "stunned." That made an impression on the Benet athletic director. This is Gary Goforth's 30th year at the Catholic school in Lisle. Until last weekend, its girls volleyball program had never won a sectional or made a state finals appearance. A 40-2 season that saw the Redwings win their first 31 matches as well as the East Suburban Catholic Conference.
Girls volleyball: Over and over, the newspaper reporters and headline writers used words like "stunned." That made an impression on the Benet athletic director. This is Gary Goforth's 30th year at the Catholic school in Lisle. Until last weekend, its girls volleyball program had never won a sectional or made a state finals appearance. A 40-2 season that saw the Redwings win their first 31 matches as well as the East Suburban Catholic Conference.
What happens to pardoned turkeys?
At Thanksgiving, turkeys are in the spotlight, but not all of them end up on our tables. One lucky bird is appointed National Thanksgiving Turkey, appearing at the White House and getting an official pardon from the president. It's the high point of a turkey's career. But once he's whisked off the stage, what happens?
If life's got you down...
To use life coach-speak, these are challenging times. The economy is on the precipice, and every day brings news of layoffs. We need a little guidance. The Sun-Times consulted a panel of life coaches for advice on how to muddle through.
A Christmas quest: Mapping out your holiday plans
Is your head spinning trying to plan your holiday agenda? Relax – we've mapped out the best options right here. From Joliet to Aurora, from Naperville to Elgin, Christmas trees and Santa trains and carillon concerts and even improvisational clowns will brighten the holiday season. Here are the details on 20 places worth visiting before the new year.
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