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In honor of the 42nd anniversary of Earth Day, observed every April 22, U.S. Census figures look at how we heat and cool our homes. Earth Day is intended to inspire awareness and apprecia...

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Speaking from experience, beginning gardeners need a little help and encouragement. So it's nice to see a local business providing a confidence-building boost, and a little bit of incenti...

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Welcome once again to House Hunt, our weekly feature showcasing open houses and properties for sale in the Oak Park and River Forest area. If you're a local realtor and would like to...

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What would Thomas Edison do? The light bulb—that has lit the world since he invented it in 1879—is an endangered commodity. New federal guidelines requiring more energy-efficient lig...

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Welcome once again to House Hunt, our weekly feature showcasing open houses and properties for sale in the Oak Park and River Forest area. If you're a local realtor and would like to...

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There may be no candy more contentious than the little Marshmallow Peep. Sugar crusted, soft and chewy, the Peep is a much-loved symbol of Easter on par with colored eggs and chocolate bu...

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  I had the time of my life a couple of weeks ago when I lunched with two of my favorite former students. They’re all grown-up now, but still completely adorable. Curious about my cu...

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Welcome once again to House Hunt, our weekly feature showcasing open houses and properties for sale in the Oak Park and River Forest area. If you're a local realtor and would like to...