January 1, 2009 through December 31, 2009
ACCIDENTS

Woman dies three weeks after Deerfield accident. Dec. 31, 2009, p. 5.

ALCOHOL

Drunk drivers face stiffer penalties in 2009. Jan 1, 2009, p. 9.
Police ticket 17 after party. Aug 6, 2009, p. 12.

ART/ARTISTS

Gallery welcomes new exhibits. Mar. 12, 2009, p. 7.
Prices cut in half for annual art sale. Aug 6, 2009, p. 11.
Tiny treasures: Highland Park’s Jane Shapira creates miniature rooms. Oct. 22, 2009, p. 10.
Jewelry maker’s work a Total Design. Dec. 31, 2009, p. 5.

AUTHORS

Author recalls life growing up in Lake County. Apr. 16, 2009, p. 26.
Northbrook native’s book series centers on Chicago socialite. Apr. 23, 2009, p. B20.
Wentz’ debut novel draws on military experiences. May 21, 2009, p. 5.
Personal trainer flexes artistic license on North Shore. Dec. 19, 2009, p. B19.

AWARDS

Association award named for Cobey. Apr. 16, 2009, p. 6.
A musician and inventor here, and a hero abroad. Apr 30, 2009, p. 17.
A Golden Apple for Red Oak teacher. May 21, 2009, p. 9
May names scholarship winners. May 21, 2009, p. 14.
Names sought for Highland Park art award. Jul. 9, 2009, p. 23.
Larry Block receives humanitarian award. Nov. 5, 2009, p. B6.
Beautification awards honor five businesses. Dec. 3, 2009, p. 8.

BEACHES

See: LAKE MICHIGAN

BELSKY, MICHAEL D., Mayor, Highland Park

Belsky to make job switch. Jan 1, 2009, p. 3.

BLAGOJEVICH, ROD, Governor, Illinois

Time for Blago to go (edit.) Jan. 1, 2009, p. 13.
Legislators back keeping funds from Blago. Jan. 29, 2009, p. 4.
Voters deserve better legislative boundaries. Aug. 13, 2009, p. 14.

BOOKS

Green book is new choice of program. Jul. 30, 2009, p. 9.

BUSINESS

Motorola layoffs at Libertyville facility. Apr. 16, 2009, p. 28.
Officials tout business district progress. Jun. 18, 1009, p. 5.
Ideas for improving business district come from all sides. Jul. 30, 2009, p. 10.
City, businesses confident of weathering tough economy. Jul. 30, 2009, p. 12.
Cutting edge: Local barber dispenses haircuts, shares philosophy with clientele. Jul. 30, 2009, p. 11. 

CANDIDATES

City council candidates query spending, benefits. Mar. 19, 2009, p. 7.
Our council choices for Highland Park (Edit.) Apr. 2, 2009, p. 12.
It’s official: Kirk to seek Senate seat. Jul. 23, 2009, p. 7.
Garrett says she won’t run for Kirk’s House seat. Jul. 23, 2009, p. 10.
Council member Kirsch eyes Kirk’s post. Jul. 30, 2009, p. 8.
Rep. May runs again. Aug 6, 2009, p. 10.
Hopefuls like up for shot at Kirk’s seat. Oct. 29, 2009, p. 5.
3 candidates draw objections. Nov. 12, 2009, p. 12.
Sumption drops from race. Dec. 10, 2009, p. 8.
Engineer seeks role for his profession in Congress. Dec. 10, 2009, p. 54.
Determination fuels third try for congressional seat. Dec. 10, 2009, p. 54.
Coulson ready to bring health acumen to D.C. Dec. 17, 2009, p. 26.
Job creation expertise spurred candidate to run. Dec. 17, 2009, p. 26.

CEMETERIES

Resident joins oversight panel. Aug. 20, 2009, p. 22.

CHARITY

Local business helps boy raise $50,000 for Autism speaks. May 21, 2009, p. 12.
Highland Park doctor helps students. Jul. 2, 2009, p. 12.
Memorial MS outing salutes Burt Levy. Aug 6, 2009, p. 25.
Skaters host Highland Park benefit. Aug. 6, 2009, p. 31.
United Way extends food pantry collections. Oct. 22, 2009, p. 17.
Father, son take on marathon together. Oct. 29, 2009, p. 7.
Center sends holiday meals to local seniors. Nov. 26, 2009, p. 5.
Toys for Tots strong when needed. Dec. 3, 2009, p. 10.

CHICAGO BOTANIC GARDEN

Some like it hot—chocolate, that is, at the Botanic Garden. Jan. 29, 2009, p. B15. 
Discover Japanese culture at Chicago Botanic Garden. Aug 6, 2009, p. B14.
Rare plants draw collectors to CBG. Aug. 27, 2009, p. B6.
Roses star at CBG summer dance. Sept. 10, 2009, p. 88.
New science center opens at Botanic Garden. Sept. 24, 2009, p. 10.
Visit the Botanic Garden of good and evil. Oct. 15, 2009, p. B15.

CHURCHES/SYNAGOGUES

Highland Park synagogue gets Dr. King photos. Jun. 4, 2009, p. 5.
Congregation Solel welcomes new rabbi. Jul. 2, 2009, p. 4.

COLLEGES/UNIVERSITIES

CLC won’t hike tuition. Mar. 5, 2009, p. 20.
Educators want fair U of I admissions. Jul. 23, 2009, p. 14.

CRIME

Highland Park aids FBI prostitution sting. Feb. 26, 2009, p. 8.
Police probe possible link in school burglaries. Mar. 12, 2009, p. 6.
Burglaries at District 112 schools may be related. Mar. 19, 2009, p. 5.
75-year-old and nephew charged in burglaries. Apr. 23, 2009, p. 5.
More burglary charges. May 21, 2009, p. 14.
Four men charged in $250K rug burglary. May 28, 2009, p. 5.
45-year sentence in slaying. Jun. 11, 2009, p. 8.
Man, 50, sentenced in child porn case. Jun. 18, 2009, p. 17.
Auto dealership burglarized. Jun. 25, 2009, p. 7.
5 arrested in ‘crime spree’. Jul. 2, 2009, p. 9.
Man, 20, charged in sexual assault. Jul. 30, 2009, p. 7.
Man charged in bike thefts. Aug 6, 2009, p. 7.
Man charged in string of trespassing events. Sept. 17, 2009, p. 5.
Man pleads guilty to fraud. Oct. 15, 2009, p. 13.
Police probe car burglaries. Oct. 29, 2009, p. 13.
North suburbs’ 2008 crime rates mixed. Oct. 29, 2009, p. 5.

DIET SUPPLEMENTS/DIETS

See: FOOD

DOGS

City mulls pit bull ban following attack. May 7, 2009, p. 8.
Highland Park eyes tougher dog rules. Jun. 25, 2009, p. 5.
County resident urges stricter kid rules at dog parks. Jul. 23, 2009, p. 35.
Dog leash to get tighter. Nov. 19, 2009, p. 5.

EDITORIALS

Time for Blago to go. Jan. 1, 2009, p. 13.
Will your TV be ready for digital transition? Jan. 8, 2009/ p. 12.
Consolidated April 7 election too critical to miss. Jan. 29, 2009, p. 12.
A tough decision for county Board (edit.). Feb. 5, 2009, p. 12.
Improving ethics and accountability in your state. Feb. 26, 2009, p. 14.
Sunshine Week: something we all should celebrate. Mar. 12, 2009, p. 12.
Don’t be another lame high school Statistic 101. Mar. 19, 2009, p. 44.
Time to clean up government. Apr. 16, 2009, p. 12.
New museum bringing deserved focus to region. Apr. 23, 2009, p. 12.
Illinois needs to safeguard water. Apr. 30, 2009, p. 10.
Time to control campaign cash. Apr. 30, 2009, p. 10.
Keeping beaches clean has to be high priority. Aug. 20, 2009, p. 18.
Good time to review safe driving rules. Aug. 27, 2009, p. 17.
FOIA opens public business to all people. Sept. 3, 2009, p. 16.
Partisan bickering over speech makes children the victim. Sept. 10, 2009, p. 16.
Swift response to violence at sporting events pays off. Sept. 17, 2009, p. 16.
Heed Boy Scouts’ fire-safety advice. Oct. 8, 2009, p. 14.
Domestic violence: the silent stalker. Oct. 15, 2009, p. 14.
Here’s some better budget news. Oct. 22, 2009, p. 14.
Taxpayers: Time to pay attention. Nov. 12, 2009, p. 22.
Give thanks in meaningful ways, Nov. 19, 2009, p. 16.
Stores offer personal service, community support for shoppers. Nov. 26, 2009, p. 16.
Reducing sales tax increase long overdue. Dec. 10, 2009, p. 18.
Budget: Job well done, amid some criticism. Dec. 19, 2009, p. 16.
New laws take effect Friday in Illinois. Dec. 31, 2009, p. 14.

ELECTIONS

Kirk-Seals race 3rd most pricey of 2008. Jan, 8, 2009, p. 5.
Veteran incumbent ousted from council. Apr. 9, 2009, p. 3.
Yard signs, or lack thereof, made all the difference in this election. Apr. 9, 2009, p. 3.
Barnes defeats Geraci. Apr. 9, 2009, p. 6
Dist. 113 caucus candidates win. Apr. 9, 2009, p. 6
District 112 caucus candidates win. Apr. 9, 2009, p. 6.

EMPLOYMENT

Jobless rates average 1 percent rise in may alone. Jul. 9, 2009, p. 43.
Suburban jobless rates up for 3rd straight month. Dec. 10, 2009, p. 52.
Latest suburban jobless rates aren’t much worse. Dec. 24, 2009, p. 13.

ENDORSEMENTS

Our council choices for Highland Park (Edit.) Apr. 2, 2009, p. 12.
Our choices for School District 112. Apr. 2, 2009, p. 12.

ENVIRONMENT

Barrels save water for an unrainy day. Feb. 26, 2009, p. 16.
City approves sustainability study. Apr. 23, 2009, p. 5.
Belsky brings back ideas for a greener community. Jul. 9, 2009, p. 18.
Alliance to help city go green(er). Jul. 23, 2009, p. 5.
Windmills make waves in Lake County. Jul. 23, 2009, p. 35.
City eyes ban on some plastics. Jul. 30, 2009, p. 17.
Experiment promotes no impact, ‘green’ living. Nov. 5, 2009, p. 11.

FASHION

Highland park touts Fashion Week. Jul. 23, 2009, p. 11.

FLOODING/FLOODS

Thaw brings basement flooding. Jan 1, 2009, p. 3.
Skokie River towns unite on flood control. Apr. 16, 2009, p. 5.

FOOD

Pinching pennies? Crab dinner can be a snap. Jan. 29, 2009, p. 27.
Scratch the box mix. Feb. 5, 2009, p. 31.
Good food, best medicine. Mar. 26, 2009, p. 27.
A new approach to Passover. Apr. 2, 2009, p. 31.
Festive Easter. April 9, 2009, p. 25.
The Brunch Bunch. Jun. 11, 2009, p. 27.
Say ‘Cheese(cake)!’ Jun. 18, 2009, p. 10.
Foodie dads. Jun. 18, 2009, p. 31.
Tandoori fearless. Jul. 16, 2009, p. 29.
Highland Park offers green market. Jul. 23, 2009, p. 10.
Steakhouse spirit. Jul. 23, 2009, p. 20.
Triple patties + gyros = Triple Nikki. Jul. 23, 2009, p. 125.
Pucker up! How North Shore chefs are zesting up food recipes. Aug. 20, 2009, p. 33.
A-maize-ing flavors. Sept. 3, 2009, p. 31.
Heavenly Challah. Sept. 17, 2009, p. 31. Corrected recipe for Challah. Oct. 1, 2009, p. 31.
Taking your lumps: Easy potato gnocchi makes an Italian feast. Sept. 24, 2009, p. 29.
Cookie queen marks 30th with new flavor. Oct. 1, 2009, p. 9.
It’s a treat to eat a foot of meat. Oct. 1, 2009, p. 11.
Mastering mom’s art: Italian cooks first inspired by their others’ meals. Oct. 8, 2009, p. 27.
Iraq veterans adapt to Middle Eastern cuisine. Nov. 5, 2009, p. 48.
The Berghoff Café’ Cookbook. Nov. 12, 2009, p. 56.
Lessons in love: How cut-out cookies teach the Hanukkah story. Dec. 10, 2009, p. 56.

FORT SHERIDAN, IL

Fort Sheridan golf course to be discussed again. Jan. 22, 2009, p. 5.
Fort Sheridan course could cost $32 million. Jan. 29, 2009, p. 5.
Why board won’t rush golf-course decision. Feb. 5, 2009, p. 5.
A tough decision for county Board (edit.). Feb. 5, 2009, p. 12.

HEALTH

City wins health, safety grants. Feb. 26, 2009, p. 16.
Community health centers fill gap in hard times. Mar. 19, 2009, p. 5.
Lake County prepares for potential swine flu outbreak. Apr. 30, 2009, p. 32.
Area hospitals gird for swine flu. Apr. 30, 2009, p. 32.
Three cases of swine flu in county. May 7, 2009, p. 5.
3rd case of swine flu reported in schools. May 21, 2009, p. 7.
Swine flu cases near 150 in county. Jun. 11, 2009, p. 12.
City celebrates successful losers. Jun. 18, 2009, p. 16.
Highland Park lauds biggest losers. Jul. 9, 2009, p. 5.
Kirk’s forum fairly subdued. Aug. 27, 2009, p. 7.
Getting excited about keeping calm. Sept. 3, 2009, p. 36.
Chamber, firefighters team up to add defibrillators to community. Sept. 10, 2009, p. 13.
Officials plan information campaign on H1N1 flu. Sept. 10, 2009, p. 45.
Get ready: Here comes the (swine) flu. Oct. 22, 2009, p. 5.
Signs offer way for opposing views to spar. Oct. 22, 2009, p. 18.
Swine flu vaccination clinics set in county. Oct. 22, 2009, p. 21.
Growing H1N1 cases prompt visitor limits. Nov. 12, 2009, p. 10.
Legionnaires’ disease hits retirement facility. Nov. 12, 2009, p. 18.
H1N1 flu shot clinic goes off smoothly. Nov. 19, 2009, p. 10.
County plans 5 more clinics for H1N1 shots. Dec. 10, 2009, p. 21.

HIGHLAND PARK, IL

Council to schedule hearing on project. Jan 15, 2009, p. 5.
Highland Park is a secure city, mayor says. Feb. 12, 2009, p. 5.
Revenue drops not hurting budget forecast. Feb. 19, 2009, p. 5.
Revelations about Highland Park, from a ‘resident tourist’. Feb. 26, 2009, p. 13.
Mayor reaching out for help securing stimulus wish list. Mar. 12, 2009, p. 5.
City council seeks redevelopment of whole site at Crossroads Shopping Center. Mar. 12, 2009, p. 5.
Neighbors present council petition against Bloom Street development. Mar. 26, 2009, p. 5.
City holds bilingual outreach program. Apr. 23, 2009, p. 5.
Crossroads development back on track. May 7, 2009, p. 5.
Highland Park leaders welcome new member. May 14, 2009, p. 5.
Officials looking for savings in hard economic times. May 21, 2009, p. 7.
Highland Park to shed light on spending. Jun. 4. 2009, p. 5.
Highland Park plans newsletter poll. Jun. 18, 2009, p. 14.
City to fete former councilman. Jul. 2, 2009, p. 5.
Highland Park mechanics keep ‘em rolling. Jul. 9, 2009, p. 16.
City Council approves honorary street naming. Jul. 16, 2009, p. 8.
Mandel blog challenges city finances. Jul. 30, 2009, p. 5.
City, businesses confident of weathering tough economy. Jul. 30, 2009, p. 12.
Leaders consider pooling resources. Aug 6, 2009, p. 10.
Resolution passed in support of health care reform efforts. Aug. 6, 2009, p. 38.
Foam-package ban proposal stokes debate. Aug. 13, 2009, p. 5.
Police chief’s request denied. Aug. 13, 2009, p. 13.
City officials plan budget workshops. Aug. 20, 2009, p. 35.
Curtain falls on city’s plans for theater. Sept. 3, 3009, p. 5.
City lauded. Sept. 3, 2009, p. 12.
City officials push for pension relief. Oct. 1, 2009, p. 5.
Tax break for developer discussed. Oct. 8, 2009, p. 3.
Manager proposes budget cuts. Oct. 15, 2009, p. 5.
Video poker dealt out of Highland Park’s future. Oct. 29, 2009, p. 5.
Turnout dampened but interest remains strong. Oct. 29, 2009, p. 7.
Limardi recommends small tax levy hike. Nov. 12, 2009, p. 5.
City wins ‘green’ award. Nov. 12, 2009, p. 12.
Council to approve budget—but not without hearing. Dec. 3, 2009, p. 5.
Budget passes, 5-2, minimal tax increase. Dec. 17, 2009, p. 5.
Code update hopes to lure back filmmakers. Dec. 17, 2009, p. 7.
Country clubs fight open space proposal. Dec. 24, 2009, p. 5.
Council loosens restrictions on campaign signs. Dec. 24, 2009, p. 5.
The year in review: Highland Park, Highwood tackled economic challenges in ’09. Dec. 31, 2009, p. 10.

HIGHLAND PARK CBD PUBLIC/PRIVATE ECONOMIC ALLIANCE

More businesses participating in key card event. Aug. 13, 2009, p. 5.
Downtown plan discussions under way. Sept. 24, 2009, p. 5.

HIGHLAND PARK FIRE DEPARTMENT

Firefighter concessions stalled for ‘clarification’. Aug. 27, 2009, p. 11.
Fire chief leaving soon. Sept. 3, 2009, p. 8.
Officials take Firefighter 101. Sept. 17, 2009, p. 5.
Wax moves on, heartfelt farewells at retirement ceremony. Oct. 8, 2009, p. 3.

HIGHLAND PARK HISTORICAL SOCIETY

Historical Society to show movie home, others. Sept. 24, 2009, p. 7.
Basic training: Third leg of toy train history features American Flyer engines. Dec. 17, 2009, p. 10.

HIGHLAND PARK POLICE DEPARTMENT

Police Blotter published each week. Paging varies.
Police unveil alert, tip system. May 7, 2009, p. 8.
Highland Park police offer gang-curb ideas. Jun. 4, 2009, p. 7.
Police chief’s request denied. Aug. 13, 2009, p. 13.

HIGHLAND PARK PUBLIC LIBRARY

Popular place (photo). Feb. 5, 2009, p. 1.
Library grows more popular. Feb. 5, 2009, p. 7.
Library announces ‘One Book’ pick. Mar. 19, 2009, p. 10.
Library plans Mexican children’s celebration. Apr. 23, 2009, p. 5.
Green book is new choice of program. Jul. 30, 2009, p. 9.
Quilt serves as bridge between sister cities. Jul. 20, 2009, p. 5.
‘No Impact’ theme of green reading selection. Sept. 3, 2009, p. 12.
Library to host series of journalists, writers. Sept. 3, 2009, p. 13.
Pastry chef, kids whip up sweet stuff. Sept. 10, 2009, p. 38
Library to show ‘No Impact’ film. Oct. 8, 2009, p. 10.
Experiment promotes no impact, ‘green’ living. Nov. 5, 2009, p. 11.
Actor/director/screenwriter Harold Ramis speaks at the Highland Park Public Library. Nov. 5, 2009, p. 8 (photo, p. 1).

HIGHWOOD, IL

Highwood to open City Hall on Saturdays. Jan. 8, 2009, p. 11.
Highwood duplex fire exposes overcrowding. Feb. 12, 2009, p. 5.
Donofrio hopes to continue as Highwood mayor. Feb. 19, 2009, p. 7.
Donofrio questions his LWV forum no-show. Mar. 19, 2009, p. 12.
Pecaro, challengers stress transparency, infrastructure. Mar. 19, 2009, p. 12.
Fire damages Highwood banquet hall. Mar. 26, 2009, p. 5.
Voters spurn Donofrio and his slate. Apr. 9, 2009, p. 5.
Controversy arises over name for development. Apr. 23, 2009, p. 11.
Developer stands by ‘Fort Sheridan’ name. Apr. 30, 2009, p. 5.
New Highwood mayor discusses plans for town. May 7, 2009, p. 10.
Nuestro Center scouting new site. Jul. 2, 2009, p. 14.
Highwood to celebrate big reunion. Jul. 9, 2009, p. 10.
Fort Sheridan Place project starts. Jul. 9, 2009, p. 26.
City mulls outsourcing police. Nov. 19, 2009, p. 7.

HOLIDAYS

Highland Park plans festive 4th. Jul. 2, 2009, p. 3.
City schedules tree-lighting fest. Nov. 19, 2009, p. 5.
Tree-lighting a prelude to gift card giveaways. Nov. 26, 2009, p. 8.

HOLOCAUST

Audience gets a Holocaust history lesson. Jun. 25, 2009, p. 11.

HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL MUSEUM

Spark of resolve: Threatened Nazi march in Skokie 1st chapter in Holocaust Museum’s story. Apr. 2, 2009, p. 7.
Karkomi exhibit documents Holocaust history. Apr. 16, 2009, p. 25.
Clinton: Only action stems spread of evil. Apr. 23, 2009, p. 7.
Wiesel: Holocaust’s history cannot explain ‘why?’. Apr. 23, 2009, p. 7.

HOSPITALS

Hospital re-opens after water-main break. Apr. 16, 2009. P. 6.
State takes first crack at hospital comparisons. Nov. 26, 2009, p. 7.

HOUSING

Neighbors present council petition against Bloom Street development. Mar. 26, 2009, p. 5.
Fort Sheridan Place project starts. Jul. 9, 2009, p. 26.

ILLINOIS

Garrett named majority whip. Jan. 22, 2009, p. 17.
Proposed funding cuts fuel protests. Jun 25, 2009, p. 4.

IMMIGRATION

Families aided in obtaining ID cards. Aug 6, 2009, p. 7.
‘Connection’ for immigrants mourned. Oct. 22, 2009, p. 20.

INSECTS

Mosquitoes threaten to spoil July 4 fun. Jul. 2, 2009, p. 6.

INTERNET

Say ‘Cheese(cake)!’ Jun. 18, 2009, p. 10.
Highland Park native finds success in cheeky world. Dec. 24, 2009, p. 11.

IRAQ

See also: WAR

KIRK, MARK. U.S. REPRESENTATIVE

Kirk’s forum fairly subdued. Aug. 27, 2009, p. 7.

LAKE COUNTY, IL

Sting nets 9 drivers. Jan. 29, 2009, p. 4.
County grapples with dwindling landfill space. Apr. 2, 2009, p. 8.
Keller won’t seek re-election as county coroner. Jul. 9, 2009, p. 8.
Social agencies fear service cuts. Jul. 9, 2009, p. 30.
Businesses, developers may benefit from county program. Oct. 1, 2009, p. 7.
Lake County cold to video gambling. Oct. 8, 2009, p. 11.
Swine flu vaccination clinics set in county. Oct. 22, 2009, p. 21.
Residents unite, oppose mass incinerator. Nov. 26, 2009, p. 13.
County defers solid waste decision to 2010. Dec. 10, 2009, p. 20.

LAKE COUNTY FOREST PRESERVE

Fort Sheridan preserve on meeting’s agenda. Mar. 12, 2009, p. 7.
Forest Preserve board rejects proposals for golf course bids. Jun. 4, 2009, p. 12.
Openlands toasts new lakeshore preserve. Nov. 12, 2009, p. 33.
Facilitator to figure out Fort Sheridan property. Dec. 10, 2009, p. 19.
Forest Preserve to hire facilitator to figure out Fort Sheridan property. Dec. 10, 2009, p. 23.

LAKE MICHIGAN

City park of Great Lakes initiative. Jul. 2, 2009, p. 7.
Beach project a model in many ways. Dec. 3, 2009, p. 7.

LATE NITE HP

Event to feature dance, band battle. Sept. 24, 2009, p. 12.

MISSING PERSONS

Highland Park parents seek their son. Aug. 20, 2009, p. 7. 
Red Cross ends search for missing hiker in Costa Rica. Sept. 3, 2009, p. 7.

MORAINE TOWNSHIP 

Township boosts grand funding. May 7, 2009, p. 7.

MOTION PICTURES

Brothers come home to shoot Internet series. Mar. 5, 2009, p. B19.
Glencoe native hopes people won’t forget ‘Remembering’. Mar. 12, 2009, p. B22.
“Ferris Bueller” home for sale at $2.3 million. May 28, 2009, p. 7.
Film goes back to camp for ultra-competitive game. May 28, 2009, p. B16.
Harold Ramis talks about his new movie, ‘Year One’. Jun. 18, 2009, p. B21.
Director’s death could fuel interest in ‘Bueller’ home. Aug. 13, 2010, p.8.
Suburbs provided backdrop for Hughes movies. Aug. 13, 2009, p. 11.
Code update hopes to lure back filmmakers. Dec. 17, 2009, p. 7.

MUSIC

Guitar academy draws players, goes global. Mar. 5, 2009, p. 7.
Strings’ mark 20th anniversary. Mar. 19, 2009, p. B3.
Camp Jam seeks moms and budding rock stars. Apr. 9, 2009, p. B23. 
Musician releases his debut CD. Jun. 25, 2009, p. 7.
Local musicians tie for top spot in competition. Jul. 16, 2009, p. 11.
Concert to hail high school: Performance set for Saturday on Buhai Plaza at Port Clinton Square. Aug. 13, 2009, p. 10.
Basement Band surfaces for fund-raiser. Nov. 19, 2009, p. 58.

NEWSPAPERS

Pioneer Press collects 16 SNA awards. Feb. 5, 2009, p. 6.
Barron named new publisher. Mar. 5, 2009, p. 8.
Pioneer parent files for bankruptcy. Apr. 2, 2009, p. 27.
Pioneer, Doings snare 25 nominations from IPA. Aug. 27, 2009, p. 9.
Pioneer wins 25 state press awards. Oct. 15, 2009, p. 7.
Sale of Sun-Times group to Tyree is complete. Oct. 29, 2009, p. 8.

NORTH SHORE HEALTH CENTER

Clinic is lauded as a national model. Dec. 10, 2009, p. 11.

OBITUARIES

Baim, Marilyn. Sept. 10, 2009, p. B45.
Barigazzi, Vittorio. Aug. 27, 2009, p. B30.
Bernardi, Angelo. Apr. 30, 2009, p. B37
Boevers, Eileen (article). Jan. 15, 2009, p. 5 & obit. Jan. 15, 2009, p. 48.
Brown, Elinor V. Jan 1, 2009, p. 97
Cordo, Evelyn “Sis”. Sept. 24, 2009, p. B48.
Crippen, Laverne “Tootie” Apr. 9, 2009, p. B35.
Dean, Robert W. Feb. 12, 2009, p. B41
Digani, Sargo. Feb. 19, 2009, p. B33.
Dimmitt, Thelma T. Dec. 24, 2009, p. B22.
Dinelli, Armando Dee. May 7, 2009, p. B36.
Dougherty, Jack G. Feb. 26, 2009, p. B29
Eisendrath, John L. Aug. 6, 2009, p. B33.
Eisenschimi, Ralph. Aug 6, 2009, p. B32
Fucik, Frank M. Mar. 26, 2009, p. B27.
Fuller, Victor T. Jan. 15, 2009, p. 48.
Gounta, Domenico F. Dec. 3, 2009, p. B33.
Glick, Ethelwynne “Wynne”. Mar. 26, 2009, p. B27.
Goodman, Lillian. Dec. 17, 2009, p. B30.
Harris, Fred. Feb. 12, 2009, p. B41
Heath, Betty Harris. May 7, 2009, p. B35.
Hedberg, Doris L. Oct. 1, 2009, p. B40.
Hirsch, Elaine. Nov. 5, 2009, p. B24.
Hunt, Geraldine Ann. Jan 1, 2009, p. 97
Ivey, Rufus Steven. Nov. 19, 2009, p. B37.
Kropp, Josephine “Jo”. Mar. 26, 2009, p. B27.
Laing, William A. Jan 15, 2009, p. 49
Lesser, Norton. Apr. 9, 2009, p. B35.
LoPresti, Brian J. Nov. 19, 2009, p. B38.
MacMillan, Ruth. Jan. 22, 2009, p. 49
Maddalozzo, Elsie. Jul. 2, 2009, p. B29.
Mazzetta, Josephine. Dec. 31, 2009, p. B14.
O’Conor, Marian Clark. Jun. 19, 29009, p. B40.
Olin, John Culligan. Jun. 18, 2009, p. B39. Article. Jul. 2, 2009, p. 9.
Panter, Rhea. Feb. 12, 2009, p. B41.
Pekarik, Marjorie Marie. Aug. 27, 2009, p. B30
Pellegrino, Margaret “Maggie”. Jul, 20, 2009, p. B29.
Perelli, Aldo. Jul. 30, 2009, p. B31.
Peterson, Ida Rae. Apr. 2, 2009, p. B38.
Pighetti, Attilo. Jun. 18, 2009, p. B39.
Poggioli, Virginia. Dec. 3, 2009, p. B34.
Rasmussen, Evelyn Maxine. Feb. 5, 2009, p. B38
Rice, Sonya Bernardi. Oct. 1, 2009, p. B40.
Romitti, Peter. Aug. 27, 2009, p. B30.
Ropiequet, Jeanne Prior. Mar. 12, 2009, p. B43.
Rosenzweig, Lois Ann. Nov. 5, 2009, p. B24.
Santi, Luis Jr. Nov. 5, 2009, p. B24.
Seaberg, June Evelyn. Oct. 8, 2009, p. B38.
Segil, Helene E. Jun. 11, 2009, p. B44.
Stefani, Ada. Jan. 22, 2009, p. 50.
Stein, James and Frieda (article). May 21, 2009, p. 8.
Tillman, Burton. Dec. 17, 2009, p. B30.
Ullmann, Miller “Buck”. May 21, 2009, p. B29.
Umans, Marie Leonardi. Feb. 5, 2009, p. B38.
Wasserman, Jay. Feb. 5, 2009, p. B38.
Wolters, Alice Garday. Nov. 19, 2009, p. B37.

OLIN, JOHN

Bike shop’s not the same; soul’s missing. Jul. 2, 2009, p. 9.

ONE BOOK, ONE HIGHLAND PARK

Library announces ‘One Book’ pick. Mar. 19, 2009, p. 10.
‘No Impact’ theme of green reading selection. Sept. 3, 2009, p. 12.
Experiment promotes no impact, ‘green’ living. Nov. 5, 2009, p. 11.

PARKS/RECREATIION

City wins grant for wetlands project. Mar. 5, 2009, p. 5.
Liza McElroy named to head Park District. Mar. 19, 2009, p. 6.

PETS

City mulls pit bull ban following attack. May 7, 2009, p. 8.
Highland Park eyes tougher dog rules. Jun. 25, 2009, p. 5.
County resident urges stricter kid rules at dog parks. Jul. 23, 2009, p. 35.
Enjoy a day at the doggie beach at Woofstock. Sept. 10, 2009, p. B31.
Dog leash to get tighter. Nov. 19, 2009, p. 5.

PHYSICIANS

Doctor on call 24/7 to patients. Aug. 13, 2009, p. 7.
Surgeon, 76, gets probation. Oct. 8, 2009, p. 5

PLANTS/FLOWERS

Feature: Plants at a Glance appears at intervals. Paging varies.

POLITICAL PARTIES

Young GOPers to tackle county. Jan. 29, 2009, p. 4.

PORT CLINTON ART FESTIVAL

Tales of artists reveal changing economics at local shows. Aug. 20, 2009, p. 7.
Big crowds expected for art, food combo. Aug. 27, 2009, p. 11.
Festival draws 260 artists. Sept. 3, 2009, p. 7.

PRESIDENTIAL INAUGURATION

Resident donates Obama inaugural tickets. Jan. 29, 2009, p. 23.

PROPERTY TANSFERS 

Records appear at intervals. Paging varies.

RAILROADS

City, residents concerned over platform, tower plan. Sept. 3, 2009, p. 11.
Railroad relents on tower project. Sept. 10, 2009, p. 5.

RAVINIA

City eyes making Ravinia improvements. Jan 1, 2009, p. 3. 
City to complete business analysis. Mar. 19, 2009, p. 12.

RAVINIA FESTIVAL

Ravinia, Highland Park reach 5% fee agreement. Jan. 29, 2009, p. 3.
Ravinia’s ‘new reality’ –price freeze, video screens. March 12, 2009, p. B13.
Highland Park’s Ravinia wins top rating from charity firm. May 7, 2009, p. 10.
Festa Ravinia drives away with record $160,000. Jun 25, 2009, p. B4.
Julliard String Quarter performs at Ravinia. Jul. 2, 2009, p. B14.
Yea! Tickets to get scarce. Jul. 7, 2009, p. 30.
Ravinia music director is ‘Breaking the Silence’. Jul. 30, 2009, p. B20.
Ravinia remains tops for Tony Bennett. Aug. 13, 2009, p. B15.
Ravinia tax provides much-needed funds. Dec. 3, 2009, p. 8.

REAL ESTATE

Rehab values abound in North Shore market. Apr. 23, 2009, p. 28.
“Ferris Bueller” home for sale at $2.3 million. May 28, 2009, p. 7.
Local condo market ripe with options. Jul. 30, 2009, p. 20.
Plans aplenty but no buyers coming forward. Aug 6, 2009, p. 5.
Area home sales post an uptick. Sept. 3, 2009, p. 21.
Foreclosures dip in some areas. Sept. 10, 2009, p. 5.
Two Highland Park homes on state endangered list. Sept. 24, 2009, p. 7.
Tax break for developer discussed. Oct. 8, 2009, p. 3.
Navy confirms more acres to go private. Nov. 19, 2009, p. 47.

RESTAURANTS

Here’s the beef, all 4.5 pounds. Aug. 6, 2009, p. 27.
Inovasi cooking up creative cuisine. Sept. 3, 2009, p. B27
Can’t be chicken to eat this pot of soup. Sept. 17, 2009, p. 11.
We best Magastructure, are beaten by 2x4. Sept. 24, 2009, p. 11.
Monster no match for fork and knife. Oct. 15, 2009, p. 11.
And the winner is…Your incomplete guide to Northburbian pizza. Oct. 15, 2009, p. B12.
Irv wolfs down ‘obnoxiously large burger’. Oct. 29, 2009, p. 38.
Not just a bowl of chicken and noodles. Nov. 5, 2009, p. 55.
The big prime rib and the long good-bye. Nov. 12, 2009, p. 11.
Score: Merle’s 2, Megabiters 0. Nov. 19, 2009, p. 55.
42 scoops? No match for 18 hungry kids. Nov. 26, 2009, p. 11.
Super Burrito: ‘Big but not bad for you.’ Dec. 3, 2009, p. 28.
Mega Bites heeds call to eat small. Dec. 10, 2009, p. 60.
Fries on a burger? With bacon, egg, cheese. Dec. 17, 2009, p. 47.

RETAIL

Local hidden gem houses serious cycling training. Apr. 2, 2009, p. 5.
Shopping center to get facelift. May 28, 2009, p. 7.
Davis Miller: new boutique on the block. Jun. 4, 2009, p. 7.
Highland Park seeking shoppers’ input. Jun. 4, 2009, p. 11.
Highland Park shopping pays in more ways. Jul. 2, 2009, p. 3.
Certifiers attract treasures to store. Aug. 20, 2009, p. 12.
Sam’s Wine and Spirits Highland Park store closing. Sept. 17, 2009, p. 7.
Uncle Dan’s wins Retailer of the Year Award. Sept. 24, 2009, p. 5.
Running store to replace real estate firm. Oct. 1, 2009, p. 15.
Jewelry maker’s work a Total Design. Dec. 31, 2009, p. 5.

ROADS AND HIGHWAYS

County crews patch potholes. Jan 8, 2009, p. 9.
Council approves nearly $1.5 million in road repairs. Mar. 12, 2009, p. 8.
Sheridan, Walker projects get OK. Apr. 9, 2009, p. 6.
Route 53 measure passes resoundingly. Apr. 9, 2009, p. 8.
Lake County to be jammed with roadway work this summer. May 14, 2009, p. 7.
Work on route 60 likely to cause more bottlenecks. Jun. 4, 2009, p. 8.
Sheridan work begins in august. Jul. 16, 2009, p. 5.

SAFETY

Pioneer Press to host child seat safety day. May 28, 2009, p. 6.
Child car seat event draws record numbers. Jun. 4, 2009, p. 17.
Chief reminds residents of bicycle laws. Jul. 30, 2009, p. 10.
Car seat day set for Saturday. Aug 6, 2009, p. 11.
‘This isn’t for sport; this is to save your life’. Nov. 26, 2009, p. 10.

SCHOOLS

Highland Park schools checking residency. May 7, 2009, p. 19.
Soil turned for new Highland Park school. Jun. 18, 2009, p. 7.
Durbin seeks school aid. Aug 6, 2009, p. 5.
School districts use federal stimulus aid for special education building. Aug. 20, 2009, p. 39.
 

SCHOOLS-DISTRICT 112

Geography whiz hopes to advance to state geography bee. Jan. 8, 2009, p. 5.
District 112 eyes no-peanut policy. Feb. 12, 2009, p. 6.
Caucus challenges board candidate. Feb. 12, 2009, p. 7.
LEGO tower helps celebrate birthdays. Feb. 12, 2009, p. 7.
Debate rages over peanut restriction. Feb. 26, 2009, p. 7.
Board to discuss peanut restriction at Oak Terrace. Mar. 12, 2009, p. 7.
Burglaries at District 112 schools may be related. Mar. 19, 2009, p. 5.
Peanuts return to Oak Terrace next year. Mar. 26, 2009, p. 6.
Five seek four seats on District 112 board. April. 2, 2009, p. 6.
Council recognizes students’ energy project. May 7, 2009, p. 5.
Federal grant will help promote exercise in District 112. May 21 2009, p. 5.
Golden Apple for Red Oak teacher. May 21, 2009, p. 9.
Highland Park school work planned. Jun. 11, 2009, p. 5.
Team takes first in contest. Jun. 18, 2009, p. 5.
District 112 to use mobile classrooms. Jun 18, 2009, p. 12.
Six students spend quality time at NU. Jul. 9, 2009, p. 22.
Students’ work to appear in book of letters to president. Jul. 16, 2009, p. 5.
Principal returns from Harvard with renewed enthusiasm. Aug. 6, 2009, p. 38.
Changes in store for District 112 students. Aug. 20, 2009, p. 7.
New principal eager to start. Aug. 27, 2009, p. 11.
Students, teachers pass torch to publicize benefit. Sept. 10, 2009, p. 9.
Teachers rally over contract talks. Oct. 1, 2009, p. 5.
Fun(d) run to benefit student scholarships. Oct. 1, 2009, p. 7.
Students explore restored habitat, study erosion. Oct. 1, 2009, p. 14.
Teachers authorize strike 421-17. Oct. 15, 2009, p. 5.
Salamanca honored for dedication to excellence. Oct. 15, 2009, p. 7.
Teachers, board come to financial terms. Oct. 22, 2009, p. 7.
Alums return for memory-filled weekend. Oct. 29, 2009, p. 10.
Teaches OK new District 112 contract. Dec. 10, 2009, p. 7.
Students go on a ‘Folkloric Safari’. Dec. 10, 2009, p. 16.
Thomas students work for pantry. Dec. 17, 2009, p. 5.
District 112, teachers agree to new deal. Dec. 24, 2009, p. 7.
Highland Park District 112 approves $64.7 levy for 2010. Dec. 24, 2009, p. t.

SCHOOLS-DISTRICT 113

Jewel gives school $600 for piloting reusable bags. Feb. 19, 2009, p. 8.
Students, in surgeon’s garb, play ‘House’. Mar. 5, 2009. p. 22
District 113 candidates focus on social issues. Mar. 19, 2009, p. 13.
Get free tickets for Focus on the Arts festival. Apr. 9, 2009, p. 4
District 113 students thrive under mentors. Apr. 16, 2009. P. 5.
Focus on the Arts is an arts explosion. Apr. 23, 2009, p. B11.
Charity drive was a big success. Apr. 30, 2009, p. 13.
District 113 shelves cash for tough times. Jul. 16, 2009, p. 7.
Wolters Field renovations should be ready by fall. Jul. 30, 2009, p. 5.
Changes mark new school year. Aug. 20, 2009, p. 5.
Honors student, teacher win trip to space camp. Aug. 27, 2009, p. 10.
Program takes on teen substance abuse. Sept. 10, 2009, p. 12.
Lawsuit alleged school staff defamed woman. Sept. 24, 2009, p. 7.
Lawsuit rekindles debate on sexual tolerance. Oct.8, 2009, p. 10.
Improvement plan adopted to HPHS. Nov. 26, 2009, p. 5.
Grandparents of seniors welcomed. Dec. 17, 2009, p. 11.

SISTER CITIES

Foundation to welcome guests to city. Jul. 9, 2009, p. 36.
Quilt serves as bridge between sister cities. Jul. 20, 2009, p. 5.
Highland Park students recount trip. Aug. 20, 2009, p. 37.
Gala raises funds for charities in Puerto Vallarta. Oct. 8, 2009, p. 5.

SMOKING

Survey: County business not hurt by smoking ban. Jan. 8, 2009, p. 9.

SPORTS

Schwartz, Fisher claim league titles. Jan. 29, 2009, p. 36.
HP’s Kopp qualifies to sectional. Feb. 12, 2009, p. 39.
Fisher takes unbeaten record to state. Feb. 19, 2009, p. 32.
Kopp comes up with season best. Feb. 19, 2009, p. 34.
Weinberg leaves HP for Lyons Township. Mar. 12, 2009, p. 38.
Giants’ Behm trades makes for three-point crown. Mar. 12, 2009, p. 38.
Tischleder powers Giants to title game. Mar. 12, 2009, p. 39.
Weinberg’s departure shocks Giants. Mar. 19, 2009, p. 37.
Local hidden gem houses serious cycling training. Apr. 2, 2009, p. 5.
Relay makes history for Giants at Top Times meet. Apr. 2, 2009, p. 45.
HP’s Tischleder was more than just a lamp-lighter. Apr. 2, 2009, p. 46.
HP’s Zifkin soars to title at Grayslake. Apr. 23, 2009, p. 34.
Giants’ tennis team claims title at Hersey. Apr. 23, 2009, p. 37.
HP’s Lindquist signs free agent contract. Apr. 30, 2009, p. 34.
Bartelstein to play at Michigan. May 7, 2009, p. 49.
HP duo ready to take sectional leap. May 14, 2009, p. 40.
Evans a true Giant in the batter’s box. May 14, 2009, p. 41.
Inspiring: Spevack takes 2nd at state. May 21, 2009, p. 28.
Giants’ Gimbel reaches state mark. May 21, 2009, p. 29.
Boughdiri leads Giants’ charge to state. May 28, 2009, p. 27.
Highland Park’s Ginsburg, Rosenblum running to success. May 28, 2009, p. 30.
HP’s Nathan puts up monster stats. Jun. 4, 2009, p. 34.
Giants find doubles success again at state. Jun. 4, 2009, p. 35.
Kerber, Gehringer set to compete in Chicago Cup. Jun. 18, 2009, p. 42.
Kerber’s future is extremely bright. Jul. 2, 2009, p. 30.
Weinstein claims state amateur. Jul. 2, 2009, p. 33.
Leske is quite the success story. Jul. 16, 2009, p. 38.
Golden opportunity: Deerfield’s Cohen, HP’s Saslow pitch USA to victory. Aug. 6, 2009, p. 42.
Lakins plan to kick it up a notch. Aug. 13, 2009, p. 36.
HP Aquatics Club speeding things up. Aug. 13, 2009, p. 37.
Provus finds niche with Brewers. Aug. 20, 2009, p. 46.
Great offseason figures to pay off. Aug. 27, 2009, p. 35.
Doors opening up for the Changs. Aug. 27, 2009, p. 37.
HP girls set school mark at Barrington Invitational. Aug. 27, 2009, p. 40.
Bargain-priced tickets for NU home opener. Sept. 3, 3009, p. 7.
Highland Park sporting fresh(man) look. Sept. 3, 2009, p. 44
Defense turns into a strength for Giants. Sept. 3, 2009, p. 46.
Rector finding stride for Giants. Sept. 10, 2009, p. 48.
Soaring Giants putting up record scores. Sept. 10, 2009, p. 54.
Giants double their pleasure at invite. Sept. 17, 2009, p. 42.
Quintet of Giants stepping up to plate. Sept. 24, 2009, p. 37.
Babtech truly is a living Leg- [sic]. Sept. 24, 2009, p. 39.
Highland Park earns own invite title. Oct. 1, 2009, p. 37.
Grayson powers HP to regional crown. Oct. 8, 2009, p. 33.
Naranjos drops bomb in enemy territory. Oct. 8, 2009, p. 34.
Reisner stars in Homecoming win. Oct. 15, 2009, p. 39.
Gerrard is lone state qualifier for HP. Oct. 15, 2009, p. 40.
Tresley, Levy and Co. heading to State. Oct. 22, 2009, p. 48
Rothschild kicking it into new gear. Oct. 22, 2009, p. 49.
HP’s doubles make some noise at State. Oct. 29, 2009, p. 60.
Gelberg closes gap, swims life-time best. Nov. 12, 2009, p. 60.
HP’s Kopp earns State berth. Nov. 19, 2009, p. 66.
Weiss takes one (on noggin) for the team. Dec. 10, 2009, p. 69.
Moore’s win seals deal for Giants. Dec. 10, 2009, p. 73.

STREETS AND ROADS

City Council approves honorary street naming. Jul. 16, 2009, p. 8.
Group calls for more inclusive streets. Sept. 3, 2009, p. 11.
Deerfield Rd. bridge ‘deficient’, ‘obsolete’. Nov. 12, 2009, p. 7.
From A to F, area roads rated by bicyclist. Nov. 26, 2009, p. 22.
Banners proclaim to all: Share the road. Dec. 17, 2009, p. 7.

TASTE OF HIGHLAND PARK

Nostalgia tops evening entertainment at Taste. Aug 6, 2009, p. 9.
Big crowds expected for art, food combo. Aug. 27, 2009, p. 11.

TAXATION/TAXES

Group wants change in tax-appeal process. Mar. 19, 2009, p. 13.
Pierce tapped for tax board. May 21, 2009, p. 5.
Officials looking for savings in hard economic times. May 21, 2009, p. 7.
Homeowners upset as tax bills rise while property values fall. May 21, 2009, p. 7.
Bottom lines rising. Dec. 10, 2009, p. 5.
Reducing sales tax increase long overdue (Edit.). Dec. 10, 2009, p. 18.

TEAR DOWNS

See: HISTORIC PRESERVATION

TEENAGERS

Teen volunteer program helps homeless people. Aug. 27, 2009, p. 13. 

TELEVISION

‘Good Night Chicago show’ puts celebs in local light. Jul. 9, 2009, p. B15.

THEATER

Eileen Boevers, Apple Tree Theater founder is dead at 68. Jan 15, 2009, p. 5.
‘Xanadu’ skates into Chicago, sheds movie’s camp. Jan. 29, 2009, p. B9.
Attic Playhouse stages Christie’s ‘Mousetrap’. Jan. 29, 2009, p. B12.
Writer’s Theater stages world premiere play. Feb. 5, 2009, p. B9.
Apple Tree plucks prime entertainers for series. Feb. 5, 2009, p. B13.
It’s business as usual at Highland Park theater Feb. 26, 2009, p. 16.
Actor’s attempt to make it means you’ll ‘Enter Laughing’. Apr. 23, 2009, p. B14.
Apple Tree play looks at plagiarism, prejudgments. Jun. 4, 2009, p. B15.
‘Minister’s Wife’ a complex tale of love. Jun. 11, 2009, p. B13.
Set sail for ‘South Pacific’. Jun. 18, 2009, p. B26.
Apple Tree laughs to the bank with over $97,000. Jul. 2, 2009, p. B4.
Apple Tree’s ‘Mistress Cycle’ rolls downtown. Jul. 23, 2009, p. B10.
When husband takes off, wife grows popular in ‘Affections of May’. Sept. 10, 2009, p. B15.
Apple Tree Theatre closes its doors. Sept. 17, 2009, p. 7.
Shakespeare’s minor players get major treatment at Writers’. Oct. 15, 2009, p. B20.
Improv Playhouse takes on Apple Tree’s troupe. Oct. 22, 2009, p. B15.
Calling all single theatre-lovers. Nov. 12, 2009, p. B5.

TRAFFIC

Highland Park OKs installation of two red-light cameras on route 41. Jan. 29, 2009, p. 3.
Traffic commission seeks greener alternatives. Jun. 18, 2009, p. 12.
Council ready to move on red light cameras. Jul. 30, 2009, p. 7.

TRANSPORTATION

Pace’s Shuttle Bug ridership increases. Mar. 5, 2009, p. 5.
Pace bus-buying plans irk the mayor. Apr. 16, 2009, p. 29.
Buy more hybrid busses, pols urge. Jun. 25, 2009, p. 7.
Pace continues with diesel plan. Jul. 9, 2009, p. 5.
City, residents concerned over platform, tower plan. Sept. 3, 2009, p. 11.
Group calls for more inclusive streets. Sept. 3, 2009, p. 11.
Railroad relents on tower project. Sept. 10, 2009, p. 5.
Incentives abound for car buyers. Dec. 24, 2009, p. 9.

TRAVEL

Third coast charms (Wisconsin Issue). Jul. 2, 2009, p. B24.
I want to ride my Tricycle (Michigan Issue). Jul. 23, 2009, p. B20
A storybook vacation. Aug. 13, 2009, p. B30.
Inside, outside, Ohio water park plays out well. Aug. 13, 2009, p. B35
Wisconsin hops. Oct. 22, 2009, p. B20.
Driven to yearlong escape. Nov. 19, 2009, p. B30.
Traveling safely during flu season. Nov. 19, 2009, p. B32.
A shoe in the door: Strap n some snowshoes for winter fun. Dec. 10, 2009, p. B24.
Where to snowshoe in northern Illinois. Dec. 10, 2009, p. B25.
Trains on track for the holidays. Dec. 10, 2009, p. B26.
Complaints about frequent-flier miles are getting the feds’ attention. Dec. 10, 2009, p. B28.

TREES

Plant trees at Millard Park for Arbor Day. Mar. 12, 2009, p. 7. 

WAR

See also: IRAQ

WEATHER

Rain damages Highland Park Bluffs. Jul. 9, 2009, p. 7.