Sunday Comic: Will Concealed Carry Be Good for Illinois?
Residents of our state will soon have the right to carry concealed weapons in public, but that doesn't mean safety is guaranteed.
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Sunday, April 14, 2013
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Patch on Politics
Income Taxes Leave You Feeling Flat?
State legislature may consider whether to move to a graduated income tax rate, meaning those who earn more would pay more.
Did the tax man take a big bite out of your wallet this month? With tax season almost behind us, let's take a look at an issue before the state legislature — should Illinois switch from a flat income tax rate to a graduated rate? The last year Illinoisans escaped paying income tax to the state was 1969. Just seven states still collect no income tax. Thirty-four states use the graduated income tax system, while eight others join Illinois in imposing one rate on all. Our friends at Reboot Illinois put together a graphic look at various aspects of the flat tax vs. graduated tax debate, excerpted here on Patch. Check out the full graphic at RebootIllinois.com. Want to know more? This article is posted throughout the Chicago-area Patch network…
Dennis Robaugh
8:58 pm on Thursday, April 25, 2013
Comments on this article are now closed. Much appreciation to everyone who made interesting points on the flat tax vs. the progressive tax. And thank you, BUTCH, for sending the conversation down a path that ultimately led us to close the comments for everyone. more ›
Friday, April 12, 2013
Yelp's Top 10 Shopping Destinations in Libertyville: Do You Agree?
Check out the top 10 rated shopping destinations in Libertyville, based on Yelp reviews. Did your neighbors get it right?
Websites like Yelp have empowered the everyday customer to become their local neighborhood's critic, praising and damning behind the anonymity of a computer screen. So what do your neighbors have to say on Yelp? Based on Yelp's highest-rated star ranking, here are the top 10 shopping destinations in Libertyville. Related: Yelp's Top 10 Restaurants in Libertyville: Do You Agree? Do you agree or disagree with the Yelp top 10 list? Let us know in the comments' section.
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Dan Kublank
1:14 pm on Monday, April 15, 2013
Cigars and more is a wonderful, local Libertyville destination. Ken and Julie are the owners and treat everyone like family. The volunteer work they do for Lake County haven and for our village only prove local businesses need to be supported. I love Libertyville. more ›
Thursday, April 4, 2013
Report: Child Care Costs Higher Than Ever
Are you paying more for child care in Libertyville than you have in the past?
The cost of child care has risen dramatically over the last 25 years according to a U.S. Census Bureau report. According to the report, child care costs have nearly doubled since 1986. The average weekly child care payment for a family with children under the age of 15 and a mother who works full-time is $148. Those numbers rise to $179 per week for those with children under the age of 5. Most families choose to have a relative care for their child, with about 42 percent of kids under the care of a grandparent or other relative. More than 32 percent of families opt for an organized care facility like day care or preschool, the Census Bureau reports. Have something to say about local daycare centers? Share your reviews through the Patch …
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Tuesday, March 19, 2013
Danni Allen Named 'The Biggest Loser'
Wheeling resident Danni Allen was declared the winner of NBC's reality show Monday night.
Wheeling resident Danni Allen shed 121 pounds during her participation on The Biggest Loser, earning her $250,000. Allen was declared the show's winner during a live finale on NBC. Fans gathered at Viper Alley in Lincolnshire, where Allen tends bar, to cheer her on. The winner of the show's 14th season, Allen began the contest at 258 pounds. She weighed in Monday night at 137. "Down to the final round of the show she has inspired thousands, if not millions of people with her life, story, and triumphs on the show," Eric Pelletier wrote Friday on Patch. Allen, 26, is a graduate of Mundelein High School, according to the Daily Herald.
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Brian
9:36 am on Wednesday, March 20, 2013
While I generally loathe all of these contest type, reality t.v. shows, at least this one addresses a problem and leads people to a healthier lifestyle. Congratulations Danni, that is quite an accomplishment. Not only losing all that weight but also inspiring others to follow suit. more ›
Wednesday, March 13, 2013
Who's Got the Best Pie in Libertyville?
In recognition of March 14 being National Pi Day, Patch wants to know where to get the best slice in Libertyville—and yes, pizza counts!
March 14 is unofficial holiday known as National Pi Day because the numbers in the month and date correspond with the first three digits of π (3.14), according to timeanddate.com. Pi is a name given to the ratio of the circumference of a circle to the diameter, meaning for any circle you can divide the circumference by the diameter and always get exactly the same number, which is approximately 3.14159, according to math.com. By the way, March 14 is also Albert Einstein’s birthday. Wonder if he had a favorite type of pie—apple, cherry, pizza? Tell Us: Who's got the best pie in Libertyville? Got a great recipe? Share it in the comments!
Angela Sykora
4:06 pm on Thursday, March 14, 2013
Just had banana cream there today! It was perfection. more ›
Cook Memorial Library Wants to Know Your Technology Needs
Patrons of the Cook Memorial Library District are invited to participate in a technology needs survey through March 24.
Do you have an opinion or suggestion for how to improve technology at Cook Memorial Library? Let them hear it! Through March 24, the library is conducting a brief on-line survey to measure patrons’ technology needs, which will help the library board identify priorities for the 2013–14 budget. To take the survey, go to www.cooklib.org or click on the survey link above. The Cook Memorial Library District includes the Apsen Drive Library in Vernon Hills and Cook Park Library in Libertyville.
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Thursday, March 7, 2013
Poll: How Would You Rate Libertyville's Snow Removal?
Were you satisfied with the village's services? Or do you think there's room for improvement?
Tuesday's snow storm dumped a good half-foot or more of the white stuff across the region, which resulted in an old-fashioned "snow day" for many. While residents were digging out their vehicles, driveways and sidewalks, village plows were working to clear the roadways. Patch wants to know how you rate the snow removal service of your village. Take our poll and share your comments. Related: Snow Blower Etiquette in Libertyville: What Times of Day Are Appropriate to Snow Blow? 5 Snow Games to Rid the Winter Blues in Libertyville
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Keith P. Buehler
3:19 pm on Thursday, March 7, 2013
I live on a corner near downtown, and my "snow plow guys" have been much more respectful with regards to the amount of snow they dump on the end of my driveway. In years past it was nearly impossible to dig out, so I do appreciate the extra care. I thought this last snow in particular was handled very well...as of Wednesday AM my street was dry pavement. Good job! more ›
Tuesday, March 5, 2013
Snow Blower Etiquette in Libertyville: What Times of Day Are Appropriate to Snow Blow?
Snow blowers are extremely helpful after a big storm, but they can also be very noisy. How late is too late and how early is too early to use the machines?
With snowfalls averaging 1 to 2 inches per hour Tuesday, Libertyville residents will likely be using their snow blowers over the next couple days. Patch wants to know: How late is too late to snow blow your property and how early is too early? We posed the “snow blower etiquette” question to our Facebook fans Monday and here’s what residents had to say: Off by 10, not on before 6 work day, 9 weekend seems reasonable to me... Eh, I tend to give people a break on this. I assume people snowblow when they can. A snow plow is more likely to wake me up, but still it must be done. Anyone who is willing to clear my driveway can do so WHENEVER THEY WANT! I guess it doesn't matter if you help your neighbors. What do you think? Should people be …
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Karen
4:23 pm on Wednesday, March 6, 2013
I cannot believe that anyone would snowblow their driveway any earlier than they needed to. That is not exactly a winter sport activity. Before we were retired, my husband would do the driveway at 5:30 or 6 am before he left for work. Now it is much later as we usually just plan to stay in. more ›
Comcast Doubles Down Your Internet Speed
In a surprising move, Comcast has now increased their blast package from 25 mbps to 50 mbps at no additional cost. I know, right?
Call me skeptical. But according to a Comcast spokesperson, customers with the Internet "Blast!" package will now have double the speed, from 25 Mbps to 50 Mbps. For those that aren't in the know, that's a lot of extra horsepower. "The changes will go into effect [around March 4]," said Comcast Corporate Communications Director Angelynne Amores. With the extra speed, you could download a 1 gigabyte file in about 3 to 4 minutes. Customers will not incur any cost for the added speeds. Specifically, the "Blast!" plan is increasing download speeds from up to 25 Mbps to speeds up to 50 Mbps and upload speeds from up to 4 Mbps to up to 10 Mbps, while "Extreme" 50 customers will receive download speeds up to 105 Mbps (formerly 50 Mbps) and …
Justin
10:58 am on Wednesday, March 6, 2013
It's like we have Stockholm Syndrome and the Comcast monopoly is our captor. "Oh thank you Comcast for the marginal improvement. I still have to waste my time calling in threatening to cancel my service every 6 months if I want to prevent my monthly bill, already ~$150, from doubling when your 'promotional rates' expire, but thats OK. I don't even care that in other countries that promote telecom… more ›
William
12:15 pm on Sunday, May 12, 2013
Wow...change your name to delusional. So you think the guy on the right should say..."whoa buddy...I'm calling the police...you better be worried" Even the police don't agree with you. I'm calling you out, ignorance is not an excuse despite what the liberals are telling you. more ›