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Poms: Dance Revolution

06 April 2010
Published in People
Local pom squads practice tirelessly to make this energetic dance sport look easy. With state championships in hand, they hope to soon be recognized by the IHSA.

Row Away Those Winter Blues

01 April 2008
Published in People
The Crystal Lake Rowing Club offers a simple concept for a wonderful, rejuvenating experience: rowing.

Orion Samuelson –The Farmers’ Spokesman

06 April 2010
Published in People
For 50 years, WGN radio legend Orion Samuelson has cultivated a platform as the voice of American farmers.

Promises Made, Promises Kept

17 August 2009
Published in People
McHenry County College’s Promise program is an opportunity for our county’s future leaders to receive a quality education regardless of their means – and that’s just the beginning.

Theresa Schwegel: Local Crime Writer on a Roll

08 February 2010
Published in People
Award-winning author Theresa Schwegel doesn’t play by the rules. Convenient, considering neither do the characters in her crime novels.

Pamela Cumpata: 'One Voice'

18 August 2009
Published in People
New McHenry County Economic Development Corp. President Pamela Cumpata strives to enhance the success of county businesses, for the economy and the county.

A Fresh Endeavor

07 October 2009
Published in People
With a passion for cooking and a popular salsa recipe, Joanne Shields quit her day job to focus on growing her salsa brand through local retailers

David Sarkis: Solo Flow

08 October 2009
Published in People
Guitarist/vocalist David Sarkis has gained quite a local following with his signature blues-rock sound, and this “Jersey Boy” has only just begun.
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