Federal officials give Thomson prison high marks Nov 17, 2009
Mark Kirk, a Republican from Highland Park. U.S. Sen. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Knights need to grow up quickly Nov 10, 2009
" Marcus Jordan Height/weight: 6-3, 200 Position: G Hometown: Highland Park, Ill. The skinny: Averaged 10.0 points, 4.5 rebounds and 3.6 assists while helping Whitney Young High School to the Illinois Class 4A championship. Known more as a defensive specialist, he can play either guard position. And needless to say, his choice of shoes has helped put UCF on the national map. Coach Kirk Speraw says: "He's been a great young man. He's very grounded, very level-headed. (Florida Today)
LodgeNet Healthcare and SWANK HealthCare to Provide High-Definition (HD) Patient Experience Nov 10, 2009
NorthShore's Evanston, Glenbrook and Highland Park Hospitals, located in the Chicago area, are the first facilities to offer their patients a full-circle digital patient television experience. In addition to providing an HD interactive patient television system, HD off-air channels and DIRECTV satellite programming, LodgeNet and SWANK HealthCare have delivered the first HD movie package for healthcare environments. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
US slaps tariffs on Chinese steel imports Nov 6, 2009
Chinese shipments to the US surged at the start of this year as producers rushed exports before the tariffs were introduced, said Michelle Applebaum, who runs a steel research firm in Highland Park, Illinois. China is widely regarded as the world's worst abuser of steel export markets and subsidies, so we believe that the US will continue to win these Chinese trade cases,'' Applebaum said in a note. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Former teammates reunite Nov 2, 2009
Created:Friday, October 30, 2009 8:50 p.m.CSTFONT SIZE. North Park University;s Amanda Prostko has run into former Hall Lady Devil Jenna Luck now playing for Augustana College. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Rick Schmidt Receives Varsity I Achievement Award Oct 27, 2009
The 2009 recipients are Gail Fischer, Chicago, IL; Mark Goldenberg, Granite City, IL; Joe Gutman, Highland Park, IL; Jim Turner, Urbana, IL; and Denny Smith, Naples, FL.. The Varsity I Weekend events begin on Friday, October 30 at the Stone Creek Golf Club with tee times beginning at 11:00 am. (Fightingillini.com)
Sam's Wines succumbs to rival Binny's Oct 10, 2009
Sams closed its South Loop location in August and its Highland Park store last month. Chicago-based private-equity firm Arbor Investments purchased a majority stake in Sams in May 2007. (Crain's Chicago Business)
Keep Highland course for common people Aug 25, 2009
Why is there talk of messing with Highland Park Golf Course. We take the Performing Arts Center and spend thousands on it, move a old "historic" home at great expense, build a losing Coliseum, etc. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Related: Changes for Highland Park Golf Course under consideration Aug 15, 2009
Changes for Highland Park Golf Course under consideration ... Changes for Highland Park Golf Course under consideration ... BLOOMINGTON - The future of Highland Park Golf Course may focus on play dates for families and rerouting the course, as the city considers a range of options for a course golfers are using less and less. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Track fatalities haunt engineers Aug 15, 2009
Associated Press photo, Los Angeles firefighters survey the scene of an accident between a commuter train and an SUV in the Highland Park area of Los Angeles on Sept. 21, 2007. Deaths on U.S. railroads. (Casa Grande Valley Newspapers, AZ)
Psychologists group: Don't tell gay patients they can be 'cured' Aug 6, 2009
Judith Glassgold, a Highland Park, N.J., psychologist who chaired the task force, said she hoped the document could help calm the polarized debate between religious conservatives who believe in the possibility of changing sexual orientation and the many mental health professionals who reject that option. Both sides have to educate themselves better,'' Glassgold said in an interview. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
View the complete 2006 ESPNU 150 » Aug 6, 2009
6'3" 210 TX Highland Park H.S. (TX) 6 92 RB 6'1". 190. (ESPN -- Recruiting)
Highland Park course an asset to Bloomington Jul 30, 2009
Our Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Director John Kennedy seems to think we should do a study on Highland Park Golf Course ... If he wants to talk about things that are losing money for the city, several things are losing lots more money than Highland Park. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
GOP's Kirk to make ethics key issue in Senate run Jul 21, 2009
Kirk, of Highland Park, is a fifth-term congressman from the state's 10th district, north of Chicago ... Kirk, 49, of Highland Park, says most of his extended family now lives in the Sullivan area, between Mattoon and Decatur. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Looking Back Jul 16, 2009
Miss Bessie Cupp reports that she is succeeding nicely with her school work at Highland park college, Des Moines. Richmond Death of Mrs. Mary A. Stagner. (Kalona News, IA)
Park improvements with $27M price tag on table for Bloomington Jul 14, 2009
Also, the city will be studying the future of Highland Park Golf Course. At more than 75 years old, Highland is the oldest of the three city-owned courses. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Investor in Minn. man's alleged scheme charged Jul 12, 2009
Ron Peterson, a court-appointed trustee for Lancelot's investors, told the Star Tribune that Bell was arrested Friday in Highland Park, Ill. and was taken to the Anoka County jail in Minnesota. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Rep. Kirk shoots down report that he won't run for Senate Jul 11, 2009
According to the Highland Park Republican decided to skip the race to replace Sen. after a meeting of the Illinois Republican congressional delegation on Thursday. (Crain's Chicago Business)
SEC charges hedge fund that invested $2B in Petters Jul 11, 2009
The SEC on Thursday said Highland Park, Ill. -based Lancelot Management, and its manager, Gregory Bell, knowingly used investors money to support Petters Ponzi scheme. (Twin Cities Business Journal, MN)
A TowBoat U.S. boat tows a crippled 48-foot pleasure boat into St. Joseph on Tuesday. The boat, owned by an Illinois man, nearly sank in Lake Michigan near Bridgman after an engine blew up. Matt Buckman photo Jul 9, 2009
Owner David Harris of Highland Park, Ill. nursed the vessel to near the beach, where it was met by the tow boat and the Coast Guard's small rescue boat. (The Herald-Palladium)
Lisa Madigan won't run for higher office Jul 9, 2009
Mark Kirk of Highland Park and state party chairman Andy McKenna both have their eyes on the seat. But in the meantime, Madigan's decision Wednesday about her own political future answers a big question looming over everyone else's plans. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
White Sox mourn death of Takiff Jul 5, 2009
A former chairman of the First Bank of Highland Park in Highland Park and Northbrook, Takiff more recently was president of the parent company, the Bank of Highland Park Financial Corp. He was the former owner of the Park National Bank of Chicago and was an active member of Highland Park's business community. Takiff served on many philanthropic and community organizations, serving on the boards of the Anti-Defamation League, the University of Illinois College of Commerce Alumni Association and... (MLB.com -- Chi White Sox White Sox)
North Shore resident Harold Ramis celebrates film premiere with events and fundraising Jun 23, 2009
Wednesday, June 24th, 7 PM The Art Center 1957 Sheridan Road Highland Park, Illinois Refreshments will be served Public Welcome to Enjoy the Festivities The works. Search Events. (FOX61, CT)
City of Elgin to Receive 10,000 'Smart Meters' From ComEd Jun 5, 2009
In addition to Schaumburg and Elgin, the following CEC communities will be implementing their plans from June 1, 2009 to May 31, 2010: Aurora, Carol Stream, Evanston, Highland Park, Hoffman Estates, Oak Park, Orland Park and Wilmette. Every municipality in the CEC will be allocated incentive funding to increase electric energy efficiency in homes, businesses and public buildings in the participating communities. (PR Newswire)
Wintrust Financial Corporation Hires Bank CEO & St. Charles Lending Team May 23, 2009
The banks also operate facilities in Illinois in Algonquin, Bloomingdale, Buffalo Grove, Cary, Chicago, Clarendon Hills, Darien, Deerfield, Downers Grove, Frankfort, Geneva, Glencoe, Glen Ellyn, Gurnee, Grayslake, Highland Park, Highwood, Hoffman Estates, Island Lake, Lake Bluff, Lake Villa, Lindenhurst, McHenry, Mokena, Mundelein, North Chicago, Northfield, Palatine, Prospect Heights, Ravinia, Riverside, Roselle, Sauganash, Skokie, Spring Grove, Vernon Hills, Wauconda, Western Springs,... (PR Newswire)
Brown Football Class of 2013 May 21, 2009
6'4" 210 Highland Park, IL Phillips Exeter Academy, NH Athletic: Team Captain, 1st Team All-New England, 1st Team All-Sectional, 1st Team All-Conference Football and Basketball, Giant Award, School Record for Single Game Receiving Yards 237, 9 TDs Senior Year, 4-Year Three-Sport Athlete Award; Coached by Bill Glennon. Academics: Honor Society, State Finalist Deca Personal: Born September 20th, 1990. Son of Jessica Lundevall and Torjus Lundevall. Nathaniel Charles Meyer P/K 6'2" 190. Bettendorf,... (Brownbears.com)
Sundance Vacations Sweepstakes Winner Accepts $50,000 Cash Prize May 15, 2009
Contact: Amanda Miller Sundance Vacations 264 Highland Park Blvd. Wilkes Barre, PA Phone 570. 820. (NJ.com -- News)
Hawaii tour boat's alterations to mast blamed in tourist's death May 2, 2009
Hal Pulfer, 48, of Highland Park, Ill. was hit by the mast and rigging and was later pronounced dead. (Honolulu Advertiser)
'Star' recruits selected in first round Apr 28, 2009
DETROIT: QB Matthew Stafford, Georgia 5 stars, from Dallas Highland Park No. 1 pro-style quarterback in 2006 class. 2. (Ole Miss Sports -- Rivals.com)
Vernon A. Brunner Apr 9, 2009
Updated Apr 08, 2009 - 11:06:08 CDT. Web Search powered by YAHOO. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Skunk's smell wreaked havoc in Illinois family's lives Mar 29, 2009
CHICAGO -- Driven out of her home by a skunks powerful odor, Vicki Royal plans to move back into the Highland Park residence this weekend, two years after the family evacuated amid a legal battle with their insurance company. Royal cant blame the skunk for all the havoc that followed, though it is tempting, considering her impending divorce, breast cancer diagnosis and trashed credit record. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Scorecard: By the Numbers Mar 25, 2009
Highland Park 6, Arlington 1. Johnson 6, Central 1. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Earling Zaeske Mar 5, 2009
He was a former school administrator for high school District 113 in Highland Park. He was a member of American Fighter Aces. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Assisted suicide ring exposes rift in 'right-to-die' movement Mar 4, 2009
Jerry Dincin, vice president of Final Exit Network, an alleged assisted suicide ring investigators say may have been involved in as many as 200 deaths around the country, poses at his home in Highland Park on Friday. (AP Photo/Jim Prisching). (The Pantagraph newspaper)
2009 Baseball Season Outlook Feb 24, 2009
A product of Highland Park High School in Dallas, Texas, Hainsfurther was a two-time all-state and four-time all-district selection at the prep level, hitting ... He led Highland Park to the regional quarterfinals last spring and was a 46th-round selection of the San Francisco Giants in last year's Major League First-Year Player Draft. (Baylorbears.com)
Spartan Sports Roundup Feb 12, 2009
Sophomore Anthony Jones, Jr. (Highland Park, Mich ... and sophomore (Highland Park, Mich. (Msuspartans.com)
Singing the praises of Abe Lincoln throughout the Land of Lincoln Feb 12, 2009
The Lincoln Trio also will appear on Ravinia's Rising Stars series, 8 p.m. Friday in Bennett-Gordon Hall, 200-231 Rd., Highland Park ($20; 847-266-5100). Lincoln on discLater this month Naxos will release a two-CD set of conducting the Nashville Symphony in eight works by American composers built around the Lincoln theme. (Chicago Tribune)
Gov. Quinn picks chief of staff, general counsel Feb 10, 2009
But I don't feel like there is going to be kind of an inner conflict, within myself, in terms of giving him the best possible legal advice, exercising the best possible judgment with respect to his official position, his official duties, putting aside Pat Quinn the man,'' said the 42-year-old Chung, who lives in Highland Park. Quinn has tapped one of his aides, 28-year-old Iraq War veteran and U.S. Army Capt. Dan Grant, to head the state's Department of Veterans' Affairs. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
