Columnists
Science Corner – Nature is the ultimate authority
Now that anybody can post anything on the internet, made up or not, it can get difficult to know the truth, posing great danger...
The Originators of Lasting Impact
Loaves & Fishes is celebrating its 35th year of having the privilege of serving our community.
An idea from a few dedicated volunteers at St....
Nutrition Knowledge – Teen Nutrition
We hear in the news how obesity in our youth is reaching epidemic status. Even if our teens do not have a weight problem,...
Transitions – The hurt in a word
Tribune reporter Mary Schmich recently wrote about the use of racially charged words in music played in stores and restaurants. As a child, my...
YMCA Strong Kids Campaign – A cause to believe in
Gina is a single mother working hard to support her 7-year-old daughter, Grace. She works full time as a server and attends local community...
Raise Your Play IQ – Emotional Intelligence
by Alix Tonsgard
Over 20 years ago, Daniel Goleman popularized the term Emotional Intelligence (EI). His best-selling book, Emotional Intelligence: Why it Matters More than IQ, informed readers...
Little Friends will always be a part of Naperville
Near the end of December, we announced that North Central College had reached an agreement with Little Friends to acquire the property that has...
Pulse of Naperville Music Scene – Applied history
I think I get this whole “history” thing now.
I never performed well in history classes, and have never been one to look behind me....
Video Voice – Decision 2019: Meet the Candidates
As someone who immigrated to America, spent many years working on a green card as a ‘U.S. permanent resident’ and then applied and received...
Art Talk – The World According to Nolan W. McCants
Out of a list of possible career paths, which would you choose? Here are your options: A. CEO of a public relations firm; B....
Naperville’s Pulse in Springfield – Pritzker Promised a Truly Balanced Budget and Failed to Deliver
The General Assembly recently heard Governor Pritzker’s budget address, which serves as the blueprint for budget discussions for the next fiscal year. Leading up...
The History Detective – March Madness
Many of the first Irish immigrants to Naperville were farmers and laborers. A quick review of the 1860 census reveals that there were 23...
Focus on Safety – New-age Home Security
When giving community presentations on burglary prevention, I am often asked about security cameras and video doorbells. When used in addition to traditional home...
Fire Prevention 24-7 – Safety Town registration begins April 5
It’s time to start thinking about summer! Online registration for Safety Town begins at 6PM Fri., April 5, 2019.
The Safety Town Summer Program is...
Real Estate Logic – Appealing to the Emotional Buyer
I heard a saying years ago that said we are all “a drop of intellect in a sea of emotion.” I think that there...
Sales Focus – Why Volunteer?
You can lend a helping hand and feel good. You never know where that will lead!
I am so glad February is over. That little...
Substandard conditions hit home
On February 13, CBS This Morning featured a report on the substandard conditions found in military housing. Later that day the Senate Armed Services...
Exchange Happenings – Bingo, bags and brew
Join us from 5PM to 9PM on Sat., April 13, for a new Exchange Club of Naperville event called Bingo, Bags & Brew at...
Equal Fun for Everyone – Work and Play at WDSRA this Summer
It’s hard to think summer in Chicago in March. But at WDSRA, our heads are already filled with thoughts of sunshine, swimming and camp...
Naperville Gardener – Spring is near
When our winter weather is at its "winteriest," our son Christian loves to call and remind us how much he is enjoying living in...
