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MDH SAYS: ‘I’m from the government...’

President Ronald Reagan, during a news conference on Aug. 12, 1986, quipped, “The nine most terrifying words in the English language are: ‘I’m from the government, and I’m here to help.’” ... Read More »

Columnists

Just a swingin’

You can have your rocket ships, your airplanes, your electric motors, computers, smart phones and even your basic toaster. For my money, one of the greatest inventions ever is the porch swing. ... Read More »

The candy man can’t

Hard rock candy looks simple... until you actually try to make it ... Read More »

Local Editorials

MDH SAYS: ‘I’m from the government...’

Despite Reagan’s omnipresent quip, FEMA truly has been here helping local residents ... Read More »

VOICE OF THE PAPER: In remembering, we are reminded

It is fitting and proper to pause annually to remember Hopkins, Roseland, Allen, Frayne ... Read More »

Voice of the People

Will County should remain engaged in airport process

At the end of the legislative session, Springfield lawmakers quickly and quietly passed Senate Bill 20, giving governance to the South Suburban Airport to the Illinois Department of Transportation. ... Read More »

Gardner must end lawsuit against GSW High School

Attention Gardner Taxpayers: I would like to bring to your attention a court case by the Gardner Village Board. The village has an ongoing case with Gardner-South Wilmington H ... Read More »

Reader Poll

What is your stance on a proposed 1 percent sales tax to fund local school building projects?

I'm in favor of anything that will help improve school finances
I will support it if it helps to lower my property taxes
I oppose it because I don't believe it will impact property taxes and I will just pay twice
I'm against any additional taxes
I have not heard enough yet to form an opinion