Lucinda Gunnin
Lucinda Gunnin is a writer in Illinois, who spends her days running a mini-storage complex. She had her first short stories published in 2009's Elements of the Soul and more in the recently published Elements of Time from Twin Trinity Media. She will have more fiction published this fall in additional anthologies from Twin Trinity Media and has a non-fiction piece that was published in Chicken Soup for the Soul: Shaping a New You in december, 2010.
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First Person: How I Paid Cash for a 2012 Ford FocusWe avoided the trap of paying for our new car over the next five to seven years by saving first and buying with cash.
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Go-cart Death Leads to Vehicular Homicide ConvictionScarlett Littlejohn Sharpe was not present when a Tennessee jury convicted one of the men she holds responsible for the death of her son, but she believes it might be the beginning of justice being served.
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Harrisburg, Ill., Tornado Kills at least SixAbotu 5 a.m. February 29, severe storms rolled across southern Illinois. The storms included a pre-dawn tornado that killed at least 10 people.
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Factbox: Foodborne Illnesses Kill 3,000 Americans a YearEighteen people have died due to a listeria outbreak linked to Colorado cantaloupe, but more than 3,000 people die every year due to foodborne illnesses.
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Factbox: Pinckneyville, Ill., Builds HopeMore than 250 volunteers will build a home this weekend in an old-fashioned barn-raising atmosphere to ease the lives of one family of survivors of the Joplin, Mo., tornado.
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Retiring Rep. Costello Will Be MissedIllinois Rep. Jerry Costello (D-Belleville) announced Tuesday he is not running for re-election. His district is poorer for it.
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Protect Your Pet on World Rabies DayEven if your pet is unlikely to ever be exposed to rabies, you can help insure its long-term health and your own with a rabies vaccine.
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Two Unions at SIUC Authorize Strike; Two Others Expected to FollowMore than 90 percent of the faculty members who voted Wednesday favored an authorization to strike. Civil service employees voted Tuesday to strike as well.
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Carbondale, Ill., Names New FOIA OfficerIn the wake of an investigation into the theft of a gun belonging to the police chief, the city of Carbondale is changing how it handles Freedom of Information Act requests.
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Is it Listeria? How Do I Know?A bacterial infection traced to tainted cantaloupes has killed 13 people across the country, but would you know if you were infected?
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Blueberries May Beat Triple Negative Breast CancerConsuming large amounts of blueberries may reduce the size and spread of certain forms of breast cancer tumors.
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Pinckneyville, Ill., Builds Hope for Joplin, Mo., Tornado VictimsA small southern Illinois community is teaming up with television producers and a local manufactured home company to build a new house for tornado victims.
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Psychology May Help Chronic PainInternational pain researchers say counseling can help, but don't expect men and women to react to pain the same wasys.
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Marion, Ill., Still Celebrating Interstate 50 Years LaterThe 50th anniversary of the opening of Interstate 57 was Sunday and Thursday the city will celebrate another opening.
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Murphysboro, Ill., Rocked by Explosion; Three Houses DestroyedA suspected antural gas leaked caused an explosion and destroyed three homes in Murphysboro on /Saturday evening.
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9/11 Anniversary Events in SeattleMany of the 9/11 memorial events in Seattle are also planned as fundraisers for charities related to the event or for local charities.
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9/11 Anniversary Events in St. Louis / Forest ParkBoth St. Louis firefighters and the United Way have memorial events planned for Art Hill in Forest Park.
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9/11 Anniversary Events in Los AngelesBoth solemn and family oriented events are planned in Los Angeles area to commemorate Patriot Day and the 10th anniversary of the September 11 attacks.
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Ink-Mixing Procedures May Lead to Tattoo-Related InfectionsThe CDC released a study this week potentially linking ink-mixing procedures in a Seattle tattoo parlor to a hard-to-kill skin infection.
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Poor Cannot Afford to Die in IllinoisBeginning August 15, the state of Illinois will stop assisting with burying the poor. The state program to bury the indigent is out of money.
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Carbondale Declares 175 Apartments 'Uninhabitable'; Residents Must Move OutSouthern Illinois University students planning to return from summer break need to check their leases and determine if they rent from Campus Habitat, which had apartments in four buildings deemed unfit for occupancy.
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Keeping Up Your Exercise in Extreme HeatWhile half the country suffers under an oppressively hot summer, keep your commitment to exercise can be difficult. But you can do it.
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Illinois 13 Road Construction Delayed for Fiber OpticsContractors are still working on the eastern half of the Illinois 13 construction zone, but don't expect them to finish up anytime soon.
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Salukis to Violate NCAA Rule at Nov. 12 Football GameSouthern Illinois University at Carbondale has a waiver in hand to violate the NCAA rules regarding names on jerseys as part of an effort to fight cancer and make a difference in your community.
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Is the Next Casey Anthony Case Coming to Illinois?After the body of an 8-year-old Illinois girl was found today, many local residents began immediately comparing it to the Casey Anthony case.
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Catholics Might Not Be Only Religion with Sexual Abuse IssuesFor the second time in a year, a prominent Illinois protestant minister is accused of sexual abuse of a child.
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Illinois Highway, Transit Authorities Concerned About Holiday SafetyFewer constructions zones will be in effect for the Fourth of July weekend and the Illinois State Police will be cracking down on drunk drivers.
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Illinois Ready to Move on After Blagojevich ConvictionIllinois residents seemed relieved that former Governor Rod Blagojevich was found guilty on 17 of the 20 counts of corruption against him, hoping that the state can put the embarrassing incident behind it.
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Dane Guilty of Murdering 15-year-old Sidnee StephensOne of four teenagers accused in the murder of Sidnee Stephens in July, 2010, changed his plea to guilty and was sentenced to 60 years in prison for first degree murder.
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Former Illinois Governor Guilty on 17 CountsJury decides that former Governor Rod Blagojevich did try to benefit personally from the power to appoint an Illinois senator.
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Senate Seat Sale Not Blagojevich's Worst CrimeA jury today found former Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich guilty of trying to sell the president's former Senate seat, but Blagojevich's other crime was much more heinous.
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Why Hand-Washing Dishes Might Be Healthier Than Your DishwasherCould your dishes be making you sick? According to a new study, more than 60 percent of private dishwashers harbor harmful bacteria and fungi.
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To Lease or Not to Lease: Illinois' Pyramid State ParkLegislation on the governor's desk would lease a portion of a state park to a coal company for mining. The question is: Is it good for Illinois' economy and environment?
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Merck to End Trials, Stop Promoting Oral MS DrugMerck Serono will stop trying to get American and European approval for its oral mediation for multiple sclerosis and will remove it from Russian and Australian markets where it is currently available.
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Carterville to 'Celebrate' Book Release, Community Heritage"Celebrate Our Towns" will be released at a citywide party on Saturday and proceeds from the locla history scrapbook will support future historic preservation.
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Kentucky Theater Stages Benefit for Illinois Animal ShelterThe Market House Theatre in Paducah will host a pair of fundraisers from Project Hope this weekend.
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Illinois Firefighter, 22, Dies in Friday BlazeA two-building fire destroyed a historic opera house and antiques mall while claiming the life of an Illinois firefighter. He was 22.
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Disaster Assistance Center Opens in CairoResidents who want to ask questions about disaster assistance face-to-face now have somewhere to go.
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Fracking a Future Possibility in Illinois?Hydraulic fracturing may be coming soon to a neighborhood near you, but is it a good thing?
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Terry Pratchett Considers Assisted SuicideAuthor Terry Pratchett's documentary "Choosing to Die" was the precursor to his decision to obtain the paperwork necessary to consider assisted suicide in Switzerland.
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Disaster Assistance Website Offers Help for Flood, Tornado VictimsLast weekend 21 Illinois counties were named federal disaster areas, making flood victims eligible, along with tornado victims, to receive federal aid.
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Rain to Blame for Illinois Flooding; Renters Probably Not CoveredUnusually high rainfall in some parts of Illinois caused the spring flooding, but even with a federal disaster area declaration many renters may be out of luck as far as insurance coverage.
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Illinois Couples: Marriage or Civil Union?On June 1, Illinois became the seventh state to allow civil unions for same-sex couples, but is that really different than marriage?
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SIUC Hosts 'Longston Out Loud: A Benefit for Joplin'Illinois has thus far been spared the killer tornadoes of 2011, but area residents have been there before and want to make a difference.
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Blagojevich Claims He Didn't Know it was IllegalIn a courtroom missing the jury, former Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich asserted the defense that he didn't know it was illegal to ask the President to trade a high-paying federal job for the right to name the next senator from Illinois.
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Illinois Energy Now Program Guidelines Available; Why Now?Almost four years after establishing high goals for reducing public sector energy consumption, Illinois today released guidelines for applying for grants to help improve energy efficiency.
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Understanding Tornado Terminology: What is an EF-5 Tornado?The mayor of Joplin, Missouri, tweeted that an EF-4 tornado wasn't enough to keep the community down. But what did that even mean?
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World MS Day Brings Commitment to Better WorkplaceMerck Serono is committing to creating better working conditions for employees with multiple sclerosis.
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Tor:Con Index Predicts 90 Percent Chance of Illinois TornadoesPredicting tornadoes is a combination of art and science, but the chances for severe weather today for southern Illinois are very high.
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'Flood of Historic Proportions' Requires Blasting LeveeFor days, the debate over the Birds Point levee has centered on Cairo, Ill., versus Missouri farmland, but today the realization struck that other Ohio River communities are threatened as well by the high water.
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Cairo Evacuates; Shelters Need HelpEvacuation shelters in southern Illinois are preparing and housing hundreds of evacuees from the city of Cairo, but with the Red Cross pulled in many directions, the shelters need assistance.
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How to Pack for a Mandatory EvacuationHalf a dozen Illinois communities are under voluntary evacuation orders. Are you prepared if it becomes mandatory?
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What is a Sand Boil?Along the Mississippi and Ohio river systems, sand boils are appearing on levees. Do you know what that means and how much danger it presents?
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Cairo Levee Can Be Destroyed; Town Evacuates AnywayA controversial plan to blow a hole in the Bird's Point levee in hopes of easing flooding upriver has been given the go ahead by a federal judge, but Cairo residents are urged to evacuate anyway. -
Levee Relief in Illinois, Missouri Boils Down to Lives, LivelihoodsMissouri House Speaker Steven Tilley has been to Cairo and is willing to flood that community rather than flood his state's farmland.
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First Person: Turn Around When Floodwaters Cover the RoadRampant flooding in southern Illinois forced me to recall the lessons I've learned over the years about flash flooding, but the most important one remains, "Turn around, don't drown."
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Evacuations in Flood-Threatened Illinois Communities Still Voluntary -- for NowThe tiny town of Grand Tower, Ill., is accustomed to life next to the rivers, but the Big Muddy seems to have forgotten where its banks are.
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Southern Illinois Road Closures Due to FloodingIf you are familiar with southern Illinois, the areas that are closed due to torrential rainfall and rivers coming out of their banks should be no surprise, but for others, here is a list.
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Guidelines to Cleaning Up After a FloodFlash flooding continues in parts of Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky and Missouri, but soon it will move to the clean-up phase, a time when injury and illness must be prevented.Also published on:
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Flood Stages for Rivers Near Southern IllinoisThe weather forecast for southern Illinois includes a continued flash flood warning, but do you know what that really means?Also published on: -
Severe Weather Spares Southern Illinois, Hits St. LouisThe rash of spring tornadoes continued on April 22, this time focusing much of their collective wrath on St. Louis. A suspected tornado hit the main terminal at Lambert-St. Louis Airport causing injuries and closing the airport indefinitely.
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Day 2: The Low-Carb ExperimentMy husband and I decided to try a low-carb diet after other diets failed for us. This is my sporadic discussion of how it's going and what we observe in the diet.
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Day 1: the Low-Carb ExperimentIt began with some research and a change in dietary plans. Will low-carbohydrate work for us?
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Illinois Native Sees Work on First ScreenplayAaron Webster is just one of those guys you might meet at a book signing, or at the Southern Illinois Writers Guild, but now he is also a Hollywood screenwriter.
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Not Really Prepared for a True EmergencyI know all the reasons why I should be prepared. I've attended enough disaster preparedness seminars to know how to prepare, but still my emergency preparedness is lacking.
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Study: 1 in 3 Americans Lacking in Vitamin DMom wasn't kidding when she told you to drink your milk. A study released this week says maybe we didn't listen.
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Sesser, Ill., Facing Water ShutoffA dispute brewing between the Rend Lake Conservancy District and the city of Sesser doesn't address water quality, but maybe it should.
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Keep Your Fuel Away from My FoodPresidnet Barack Obama suggested Wednesday that more biofuels might be part of the solution to offset rising fuel prices, but corn-based biofuel is a bad idea.Also published on: -
Fan's guide: Getting to opening day festivities in St. LouisIt's spring in Missouri and road construction season is underway, but the Missouri Department of Transportation is opening up all the lanes and closed exits to get people to Opening Day on time.
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Medical Marijuana Consequences for MS PatientsThough sometimes prescribed for pain management and other uses, medical marijuana may have serious negative side effects for multiple sclerosis patients.Also published on: -
West Frankfort, Ill., Burglars Use Facebook to Scout TargetsYou've been warned. Facebook invades your privacy. But who thought it was a bad thing to tell people you were headed to church?Also published on: -
Von Jakob Winery Great Spot for MicroBrewNot satisfied to be one of the most award-winning wineries around, Von Jakob Winery has added micro-brewing to its offerings. You can observe the process from their main tasting room.
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Medical Marijuana a Potential Salve for Ill. Budget WoesIn 2010, Illinois' House of representatives failed to pass legislation to make medical marijuana legal, but the cash-strapped state may want to look at the industry's financial benefits.
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Ill. Supreme Court OKs 'Set-up' for Drug-Sniffing DogsAfter police told a Quincy woman to close her car windows and turn on the fan until a drug-sniffing dog arrived, she challenged the validity of the search. The supreme court sided with police.
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Al-Qaida Suspect Too Cheap to Attack ChicagoThe Christmas 2009 attempted attack on Detroit has long raised questions concerning "Why Detroit?" and now the answer is clear: because it was cheap.
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Bone Marrow Transplants Could Treat MSGreek researchers published a study this week promoting the concept of bone marrow stem cell transplants as a treatment for multiple sclerosis. The study calls for clinical trials, but is it a good idea?
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Hair Highlights Get Student Sent to PrincipalA 12-year-old Carterville, Ill., girl was sent to principal and told she had to leave school because she added red highlights to her hair. So, missing school because of your hair color makes sense?
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How I Save Money on Video Games and Gaming SystemsBuying used comes with some risks, but here are the steps I followed to turn used game systems into brand new ones at a fraction of the cost. -
Asian Bone Marrow Donors NeededEuropean bone marrow centers have been warned to be prepared to help treat Japanese radiation sufferers, but what about the Asians already needing bone marrow transplants?
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American in Yokohama: Packing a BagBetty Johnson doesn't believe she will need to be evacuated from the her home on the Yokohama Naval Base, but she packed a bag and charged her phone, just in case.
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Game Companies Come Through for JapanSometimes, it feels good to be a gamer. Here are some game companies doing the right thing in the wake of the Japanese tragedy. -
Drink Red Wine to Avoid Radiation IllnessesThe threat of radiation exposure is now affecting a larger portion of Japan, but red wine and other antioxidants might help.Also published on: -
Earthquake Preparedness in IllinoisLiving in a fault zone, I am aware, vaguely, of the dangers of earthquakes, but until this week in Japan, I never considered the ramifications of nearby nuclear facilities.
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Health Issues Loom for JapanRadiation that may now be contaminating its food supply and drinking water are among the continuing health concerns for Japan as are the bodies now washing up on shore.
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Illinois to Residents: Beware Spring FloodingWe may not yet be experiencing April showers, but the top insurance official in Illinois wants people thinking about flood insurance to protect against the coming rains.
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Co-Sleeping Blamed for Four Infant Deaths in Seven MonthsCo-sleeping might be a lifestyle choice, but is it dangerous for your infanbt? A southern Illinois coroner says it's deadly.
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First Person: Illinois Native in Elevator During Japan EarthquakeMy friend Betty Johnson was in an elevator when the earthquake hit Japan, but thankfully, she and most everyone at Yokosuka Naval Base weathered the disaster unharmed.
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Honeywell Agrees to $11.8 Million Fine, Five Years ProbationThe Honeywell Plant in Metropolis, Il., is on probation for the next five years and must clean up the hazardous waste there under terms of a plea agreement reached Friday.
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CDC Study Shows Growing Number of Cancer SurvivorsA new report from the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention says that cancer screening and treatments are making it more likely to survive the diseases once considered death sentences.
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Gas Prices May Force Illinois State Police to Cut PatrolsRising gas prices may keep some people off the highways and may leave police officers off the roads as well.
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Moccia: 'Coach Lowery Has My Support'After two weeks of rumors and calls for the ouster of SIUC Saluki men's basketball coach Chris Lowery, the coach and Athletic Director Mario Moccia held a joint news conference to discuss the team's future.
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Sleep Disorders and Springing ForwardNow is the time to prepare for daylight savings time, April 13. By beginning to modify sleep habits now, you may avoid exhaustion.
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Quote Roundup: Gar Prices in Southern Illinois 'Threatening My Future'Local residents aren't buying the idea that political turmoil in the Middle East is responsible for higher gas prices. The blame corporate greed, but most feel powerless to do anything about it.
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Thor: God of Thunder May Be Just Another Mediocre Movie GameOne of the most anticipated movies turned video games this year is likely to be "Thor: God of Thunder," but based on the trailer and history, it might really stink.
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Former Carbondale, Ill., Detective Publishes Book About Serial KillerPaul Echols was a rookie cop when Deborah Sheppard was murdered and writing about solving the case 25 years later was one of his first post-retirement tasks.
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Illinois Students Spur Discussion Regarding Mississippi River LeveesFederal and local officials meeting to discuss levee safety along the Mississippi River braved a flash flood watch to address potential flooding issues.
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Ill. Attorney General Lodges Complaint Against Chicago CompanyIllinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan knows based on the complaints her office receives that state residents are most concerned about consumer rip-offs.
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What is a Pulmonary Embolism?Tennis star Serena Williams was treated Monday for bleeding that may have resulted from her late February treatment for a pulmonary embolism. -
Wanted: 11/11/11 Baby Named DovahkiinCombine a weird gamer name and an unusual birthdate and you and your child could win Bethesda's games for life. Is it worth it?
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Illinois City Joins Louisiana in Banning Bath SaltsFor those not in tune with the drug culture, the concept of banning bath salts may seem odd, but the product sold for $20 at truck stops and other locations is becoming a major drug issue in parts of the United States.
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How to Get Your Xbox 360 Warranty RepairThe Xbox 360 has overcome most of its early design flaws and the need for warranty repairs is smaller, but if you must send the machine off, doing so is very simple.
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SIUC Hoping to Oust Basketball Coach?The Southern Illinois University Salukis used to be considered once of the NCAA mid-majors likely to appear in the March Madness tournament, but for the last three years the team has had a losing record.
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February a Rough Month for Illinois WeatherFebruary was a brutal month for Illinois on the weather front. From blizzards to flash flood, this shortest month proved just too mean to let go.
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Illinois' 17th Street Bar & Grill One of Nation's Top 101Most of the Top 101 restaurants across the nation are in major cities, but I'm lucky enough to have one of them right here in rural southern Illinois.
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$4 Gas Prices Mean Sticking Closer to HomeThe last time gas prices hit $4 a gallon, our major gas expense was driving to work. That expense is gone now, but we still have to adjust to the sticker shock and budget impact of $4 gas prices.
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Why I Hate Living in IllinoisI want to move, but a good job keeps me tied to Illinois. Still, I don't have to like it.
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Are Women More Susceptible to PTSD Than Men?Elevated levels of a specific hormore can make women five times more likely to suffer PTSD symptoms, but increasing the same hormone in men appears to have no affect on symptoms.
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After Alleged Racist Comments, Ill. Police Monitor Basketball Playoff GameThe playoff game between Cairo and Goreville high schools was a little more anticipated than usual this year as allegations regarding racist behavior and concerns about another one spurred added security and media scrutiny.
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Fatal Accident in Illinois Emphasizes ISP, IDOT GoalsThe Illinois State Police and Illinois Department of Transportation are trying to make Illinois 13 safer, but their efforts failed Thursday night.
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Rising Food Prices a Danger to World HealthIn some parts of the world, spending more than half your income on food is not unusual, but as food prices hit record highs in January, the cost of food may be causing major health issues worldwide. -
Lack of Pujols Contract Leaves Fans WorriedCardinals first baseman Albert Pujols imposed a deadline of the beginning of spring training to reach a contract agreement with the team. The team announced Wednesday that they did not meet that deadline.
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Pat Quinn Calls for Strategic Management of Illinois BudgetIllinois rivals California in terms of state budget failings. The state is billions of dollars behind in paying its bills. Now, Gov. Pat Quinn has a proposal to start fixing it.
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Study: Oscar Nominees Face Higher Risk of Heart DiseaseThe risk of heart disease and stroke for Academy Award nominees may be similar to the risk for the general public, but studies show actor victims of heart disease also face a significant loss of work.
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Chicago Blizzard Lends Credence to Call for PreparednessFew states are more prone to natural disasters than Illinois-- with prairie fires, floods, tornadoes, ice stroms and blizzards, residents know that danger lurks with every season.
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Expanded Agent Orange Coverage for Korean War VeteransThe federal government is amending the way it serves veterans who may have been exposed to Agent Orange, including eliminating the need for the veteran to prove the exposure.
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Cross-Burning in Illinois Proof the 'Dream' is Not AchievedInterrupting Black History Month is a throw-back to days much of the nation views with shame.
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Southern Illinois University at Carbondale Must Re-Evaluate to Attract StudentsAthletics may not be the be all and end all of university recruiting, but after investing millions in its sports facilities, SIUC needs a winning team.
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33rd Annual Big Muddy Film Festival Features 66 Films in Carbondale, IllinoisSmall midwestern communities are not always a mecca for independent films, but the Big Muddy Film Festival has been showcasing them in Carbondale for 32 years. This year it's scheduled for February 18-27, 2011.
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Federal Court OKs Grant to Illinois' Bald Knob CrossThe continuing debate regarding the exact nature of the division of church and state may never be resolved, but sometimes the state needs to promote a "religious site".
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Zoonoses on the Rise?A study in the February, 2011, CDC journal on infectious diseases says our pets may be making us sick. But is it true? -
Autism Link to Vaccines a Hoax?While every parent wants to make the best decisions for the health of their child, when does the health of the species become important?
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What is CCSVI?Modern medical science classifies multiple sclerosis as an autoimmune disease. Could it be wrong?
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First Person: Prepping for Ice, Remembering 2008, 2009In 2008 and 2009, in February, major ice storms brought southern Illinois to a virtual standstill for weeks at a time. This year, people wanted to be prepared.
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Is There a Perfect Skin Color?Most people would agree that there is no perfect skin color, but the magazine industry may not agree. In fact, most people might not be telling the truth when they say that.
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Rissa Watkins and Defining SuccessThis is a story about cancer, about love, success and friendship, no matter how well you do or don't know that friend.
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How to Keep Your Stuff Off "Storage Wars"Tenants always seem upset when a storage facility auctions their property, but if you know you rights, and pay your bill, you can stay off "Storage Wars".
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President Calls for 'Civil Discourse' to Honor Shooting VictimsPresident Obama called on the nation to live up to the best hopes and dreams of Christina-Taylor Green as he memorialized her and other victims of the January 8 shooting. He also announced to a overjoyed crowd that "Gabi opened her eyes."
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Palin Responds to Critics Regarding Her Ties to Arizona TragedySarah Palin said mostly all the right things in her statement released January 12, regarding the shooting of Rep. Gabrielle Giffords. For all intents and purposes, consider it her declaration of running for President in 2012. -
Ubisoft Just Dance Better Than Nintendo Fitness GamesOne of the biggest markets for the Nintendo Wii is in its fitness games, but while Nintendo may have pioneered the market, Ubisoft does it better,
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Is Sarah Palin Responsible for Rep. Giffords' Shooting?The ties between Sarah Palin's Congressional districct hit list and the shooting of Rep. Gabriella Giffords are sparking a national debate, but does Palin bear any responsibility for what happened? -
Be the Match: Bone Marrow Donation Needs YOUSaving a life may not always require advanced paramedic training or medical knowledge. Sometimes, it just requires few hours and a little inconvenience.
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$5K for an Emergency Room Visit?When my husband's congential heart defect presented itself last May, we spent more than six hours in the emergency room and were charged more than $5,000. Too bad more than four and half of those hours were in the waiting room.
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First Person: Federal Reserve Move Ignores the InevitableOn Dec. 15, the U.S. Federal Reserve decided to continue to force interest rates to stay low, but it's not helping this American family.
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Return to bellwether state? Illinois goes Republican -- mostlyFor more than a century, Illinois votes the way the nation voted with just a few exceptions, but beginning in 2000, Illinois went blue. The midterm elections may have helped the state restore its balance.
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Shryock Season Offers Something for EveryoneShryock Auditorium at Southern Illinois University in Carbondale is the hub of much of southern Illinois' cultural activities and this year, the season is a bit more shocking than it has been in the past.
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Opinion: Pat Quinn for Illinois governorRe-electing Governor Pat Quinn is the best hope for Illinois' future. Bill Brady's plan and policies will hurt the state.
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Bisquick Gluten-Free Baking Mix: A Step in the Right DirectionWhen I read that Bisquick was making a gluten-free baking mix, I nearly wept with joy. having used it, I'm not quite that happy, but I'm still glad it's there.
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Quote roundup: Will Illinois voters get a new budget plan or more corruption?Illinois voters are none to thrilled about their choices for Illinois governor, but they want someone who understands that the state budget is the primary issue of importance.
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American People Still Want ChangeJon Stewart called President Obama out last week, making it clear that he had disappointed supporters. Here's why:
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Seven Reasons to Love "Supernatural""Supernatural" enters its sixth season as one of the hottest shows on the CW. Here are a few reasons why.
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"Yes, Madam President"When Sarah Palin is elected president, what else do you really need for a horror story? Zombies, of course. And when Sarah turns to AC contributer Tammy Waters for help... -
Spring Awakening Stirs Up a Reaction at SIUCI'd never been to a musical where people left in the middle, upset about the content of the show, until I saw Spring Awakening. The play is worth every second.
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Deliberately Stupid Behavior Should Result in PunishmentI watched for most of a day as the field 1/2 mile north of my house burned. I suspected someone stupid set the fire. I was right. -
Learning Illinois' Self-Storage LawsI see a lot of people who rent self-storage units but have no clue about the law that governs them. Here are the laws in my state and a little about how we apply them.
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Field Fire in Crainville, IllinoisWhen I went to get the mail this afternoon, I saw the smoke...
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Dry October Results in Crainville, Illinois, Field FireI went out to get the mail this afternoon and was immediately struck by the billowing smoke across the road. The county has been under a burn ban for weeks due to the dryness, but the visible flames say it wasn't working.
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Halloween Events in Marion IllinoisHalloween is one of our favorite holidays, so it's not surprising I had to check out the local events. Luckily, Tamara L. Waters was around for part of the ride!
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Rich Whitey Runs for Governor of IllinoisParts of the heavily African-American wards of Chicago may be surprised to see that when casting a vote for governor, they vote for Rich Whitey.
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Making Your Cat's Veterinarian Visit Less StressfulTaking your cat to her annual veterinarian visit can be stressful for you and her, but these tips can help make the trip a little easier on everyone concerned.
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Alternatives to Click Training for Your CatClick training works for some cat training, but sometimes, using an alternate approach can have better results.
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Is Laser Hair Removal Right for You?Deciding if laser hair removal is right for you should include more considerations than just the cost, but cost may be a big factor too.
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Why I Need to Go to Comic-ConScience fiction and gaming conventions are fun, but none of them hold a candle to the biggest entertainment convention of all: San Diego Comic-Con International.
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Fred Phelps Picks Fight at Comic-ConHate monger Fred Phelps really needs to think his targets through more clearly and learn that geeks fight back.
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Lion Burgers in Arizona Tied to Illinois ButcherAn Arizona man tried to promote his restaurant and the World Cup by offering lion burgers, but was the meat ever inspected for human consumption?
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Removing Tall Fescue from Your LawnDrive by my field, and you can see the clumps of tall fescue. This invasive grass might be naturally occuring, but it's nobody's friends.
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Things to Know Before Appliance ShoppingIn May, for the first time in my life, I went appliance shopping. Here are some fo the things I learned.
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Integrating the System -- Features of the New Xbox 360At the E3 convention this week, Microsoft announced the sale and distribution of a new Xbox 360 with improved capabilities, but should hard core gamers rush to buy it?
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Collecting Marigold Seeds to Save for Next Year's GardenAfter enjoying your marigolds all season long, why not make a little extra effort and be sure that you cna enjoy them in years to come with little or no added expense?
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Newspaper Editor Gary Metro Says Papers Are ThrivingAfter 30 years as a newspaperman, Gary Metro has heard a lot about the impending death of newspapers. He just doesn't believe it.
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Tips for Shopping at a Farmers' MarketThe season for great values at the local farmers' market is upon us, but do you know the tricks for getting the most for your money?
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Thanks, Comerica Park, for Handicapped AccessibilityMy grandmother has been a Detroit Tigers fan her entire life, but it's been decades, if ever, since she saw the team play in person. On June 11, 2010, her 86th birthday, we changed that.
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Understanding Anesthesia: What You Should Know Before SurgeryMaking sure you understand the type of anesthesia you will be getting will help you better prepare for surgery and may reduce your risk of complications.
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Thickening of the Heart MuscleEvery so often, we are shocked to hear about the death of a gifted young athlete, usually suddenly and without warning, and discover the cause was "undiagnosed heart disease". Usually, that translates to thickening of the heart muscle.
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Jason Lee Brown'sPoet Jason Lee Brown may not have been intending to make poetry accessible to the common man, but his chapbook of poetry does just that--reflect the lives of everyday people.
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Barefeet and the Bubonic PlagueThe bubonic plague killed more than ten percent of the world's population when it swept through Europe in the Middle Ages, but are you prepared for this disease that still causes quarantines?
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Selfishness of Tennessee Woman Sparks International Adoption ProblemIn the wake of a Tennessee woman's decision to return her adoptive son, Russia has suspended all adoptions involving American citizens, a tragedy for the children and their adoptive parents.
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Peter Steele Really Dead This Time?The internet was flooded this morning with rumors about the death of Peter Steele, lead singer and bassist for Type O Negative. Is it true?
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Poetry Against Cancer: Wonderful Volume Supports CausePoetry Against Cancer is a thin volume of poetry compiled as a way to raise money in support of the cancer wing at Our Lady's Children's Hospital in Dublin and many AC writers contributed.
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Nike and the New Tiger Woods AdNike's ad team is facing the Tiger Woods scandal with a breath of fresh air and an approach that many experts are criticising, but it will likely appeal to the average Woods' fan.
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Diagnosing Gluten Sensitivity and Gluten AllergiesYears ago, my primary care physician mentioned that he thought I might have a gluten-sensitivity. After going gluten-free, I know he was right, but I'm not willing to prove it.
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What is Cat Scratch Fever?If playing with your kitty leaves you scratched up, your cat may be giving you more than just her love and affection.
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Swine Flu H1N1 and MeI chose not to get an H1N1 immunization, fearing the consequences of the vaccine more than the flu. Now, I'm wondering about the decision.
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Anna Paquin Announces She is Bi-Sexual as Part of GLBT Support Group VideoCyndi Lauper begins the video promotion of her new GLBT support saying, "I'm straight," but it was the words of Anna Paquin that attracted attention on April Fool's Day.
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Eyelid Surgery May Be Covered by InsuranceDrooping eyelids can be nothing more than a sign of age, but if you can get a medical diagnosis, Medicare and other insurance may pay for the surgery to fix it.
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It's Time to Play or Replay Fallout 3 to Prepare for Fallout: New VegasIt's hard to imagine a better value for your entertainment dollar than Bethesda Game Studios' Fallout 3.
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Playing Temple of Mahjong 2 on FacebookMahjong players are sure to enjoy the new Temple of Mahjong 2 on Facebook. The game features the ability to challenge friends or just keep improving your own score while working yourself up through the ranks of monk.
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Master of Arts in Public Affairs - Reporting to Writing OnlineI knew before I entered college that I wanted to be a newspaper journalist, but now as the industry appears to be on its last legs, I use my degree to write online.
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After Dark HorrorFest Movie Review: DreadBased loosely on the short story from Clive Barker's Books of Blood, the After Dark HorrorFest movie Dread is certainly worth seeeing, just forget what you know about the story.
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Ricky Martin Tells World He is a Fortunate Homosexual ManAlmost a decade ago, Ricky Martin told Barbara Walters that his sexuality was no one's business. Today, he set the record straight.
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Role Playing Movies Worth SeeingRole playing and most other forms of gaming have long been considered the domain of college students and dorks everywhere, but here are a couple movies and a web comedy that show the hobby from the inside.
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It's Official: Heigl Leaves Grey's AnatomyAfter weeks of speculation, actress Katherine Heigl has confirmed that she has left "Grey's Anatomy" to spend more time with her daughter and to continue making movies.
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Biggest Celebrity Break Ups Since the New YearIn the final moments of 2009, a huge celebrity breakup shocked us, but could anything be more surprising than two Best Actress splits in one week?
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Tiger Woods Focus of New South Park EpisodeTiger and Elin Woods have been the focus of dozens of headlines since their domestic dispute Thanksgiving weekend. Now, they get to see it reenacted on South Park.
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FDA Recalls 10,000 Items Containing HVPAn ingredient added to food just to make it taste better may be causing you to get sick. Check your pantry and fridge for HVP.
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Dressing to Avoid a Yeast InfectionSynthetic materials and tight clothes can make you more prone to yeast infections. Who knew the vagina needed to breathe?
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Improve Your Child's Health by Taking Them OutsideThe National Wildlife Federation wants you to take your children outside and has a few good reasons why you might want to too.
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Resurgence in Rickets Due to Lack of SunRickets is seeing a worldwide resurgence due in large part to the success of skin cancer prevention programs and the increasingly indoor nature of society.
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Fox Insurance Ousted from Medicare Part D ProgramThe federal government took steps March 9 to end its contract with Fox Insurance to provide Medicare Part D insurance in 21 states.
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Chris Lowery: Should SIU Saluki Coach Be Ousted?SIU Men's Basketball Coach Chris Lowery is taking a lot of heat for the lackluster performance of his teams for the last two years, but calls for his ouster are more realistic based on finances.
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Twin Trinity Media: Making Dreams Come TrueTwo years ago, I dreamed of seeing my name on a book. Michelle L. Devon, a professional dreamer, helped make it a reality.
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Shirley Temple Black: A Woman Ahead of Her TimeMany people remember the child star Shirley Temple from the multitude of films she made in the 1930s, but may be surprised to learn that Shirley Temple Black had a political career after Hollywood.
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Taking Your Daughter to Her First ConcertMusic is a huge part of your daughter's life and you can earn major brownie points by introducing her to her first live concert, if you do it right.
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Former Residents of Colorado Town Share Autoimmune DiseaseMy high school only had 400 students, maximum when I attended there and yet at least four of us who attended at the same time have developed autoimmune disease, beating the odds, but not in a good way.
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Review: Bubba Goes National Great First Novel by Jennifer WalkerAs a tween and teenager, I loved stories that I could relate to and stories about horses. Jennifer Walker has produced a novel that does both for me to share with the teens in my life.
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DJ Auctions Baseball to Fund Police TiresThe state of Illinois is billions of dollars behind in paying its bills and local communities are suffering. Here's how one man and one radio station are helping.
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Facebook Post Results in Charges Against Illinois TeenA Sesser, Illinois, teen is facing felony and misdemeanor charges after allegedly threatening his ex-girlfriend via Facebook.
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Top 20 Songs of the 1980sAs a child of the 1980s, I hear a lot of people try to define the music of the decade. So here are some of my favorites and my arbitrary ranking of them.
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Keep Your Cat Off the CountersMy cat, Rain, is actually allowed on some countertops, but she has been trained that others, such as those close to the stove and where I prepare food are off limits. These are tips we used to train her.
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Illinois Republican Govenor Nominee Still UnresolvedTwo days after the election, the primary Democrat challenged to Gov. Pat Quinn finally conceded, but the Republican contest is still up in the air.
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Sandra Bullock Nominated for Oscar and RazzieSandra Bullock had a great year in 2009, leading Hollywood actresses in gross movie sales and as a reward she is nominated as best and worst actress of the year.