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Sunday Comics

By Chuck Ingwersen

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Sunday funnies.
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Sunday Comic: Check Out the George W. Bush Presidential Library
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Sunday Comic: Movie Night Inspired by Roger Ebert
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Sunday Comic: Obama Sees Rough Months Ahead
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Sunday Comic: Urlacher Feels Cold Slap in Face from Bears
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Sunday Comic: Obama Meets a Leprechaun
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Sunday Comic: Dealing with Daylight Saving Time
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Sunday Comic: Blackhawks a Cure for Cold Weather Blues
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Sunday Comic: High Gas Prices Lead to Tough Sledding
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Sunday Comic: Something Missing from Oprah's Interview with Lance Armstrong
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Sunday Comic: Dad's a Little Too Eager for First Snowfall
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Sunday Comic: When Romney Met Obama for Lunch
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Sunday Comic: The After-Effects of an Overstuffed Thanksgiving
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Sunday Comic: Bears QB Jay Cutler Still Cheesed Off
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Sunday Comic: Devoted to Obama, or Just Ready for Some Football?
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Sunday Comic: Clint Eastwood, Mitt Romney and the Empty Chair
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Sunday Comic: Not Wanted at the Republican National Convention
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Sunday Comic: Hawk Harrelson Walks His Dog
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Sunday Comic: Romney and Ryan a Ticket to Deride?
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Sunday Comic: Head Over Heels for Women's Gymnastics
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Parenting Parley

By Caroline Hoag
How to Succeed in College
Why They Don't Even Know Bike Helmets are an Option
Moms Aren't Supposed to Get Sick
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Editor's Notebook

By Michael Sewall
Fight Cancer This Weekend at New Lenox Relay for Life
You Say Goodbye, I Say Hello: Patch Editor is Moving On
Are You the Proud Parent of a Graduate?
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Chowdown Showdown

Readers Pick Paisano's as the Place for Lincoln-Way's Favorite Ribs
Chowdown Showdown: Vote for the Best Ribs in Lincoln-Way
Readers Pick Williamson's as Most-Loved Steak in Lincoln-Way
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Faith in Focus

The Case for the Resurrection
Easter Shows That Death is not Final
Handling Spiritual Debt
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SouthScene

By Myra Eder
Brace Yourself, Southland: Cloris Leachman's On Her Way
Entertainment Best Bet: Orland Park Theatre Troupe's Madcap 'Moon Over Buffalo'
Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons Tribute Show Coming to Lincoln-Way
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SouthScene

By Myra Eder
Madrigal Magic, and More Events in the Southland
Passion Play: 'Brighton Beach Memoirs' Hits Tinley Park
Philharmonic Orchestra Director Begins Final Season in Frankfort
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Mayoral Musings

The Mayor Answers: Electricity Rates, Concert Series
Mayor Baldermann Answers: Town Hall Meeting, Safe Turns
The Mayor Answers: Village Growth, I-80 Noise
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Helping Hands

By John Petrosky
MLK Day a Chance to Volunteer
CERT, Lowe's Keep Volunteerism of ShareFest Going
Giant Volunteering Event Will Include Waste Collection, Job Fair and More
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Paul's Perspective

Santo Hit a Home Run for Young Writer
Thanksgiving Memories Filled (Mostly) With Football
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Adopt Me

By Joe Vince, Michael Sewall, and Paul Dailing
Luna: A Playful Cat That Enjoys Hanging Out With People (VIDEO)
Vader: The Perfect Cat for a Star Wars Fan to Adopt (VIDEO)
Chewy: A Down-to-Earth Dog Ready for a New Family (VIDEO)
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Know Your Neighbors

VFW Commander Reflects on Vietnam, Life Serving Veterans
Glen Krohn: Married to Duty and Service
Life as a House With the Pretzel Family
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Weekend Nightlife Roundup

By Denise Du Vernay
Get Out This Weekend
A Lincolnway Weekend: Comedy, Karaoke and Live Music
Beat the Wintertime Blahs With the Sound of Music
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EduNation: A Patch Report on Local Schools

District 122 Working to Determine Education Plans for Special Needs Students
District Officials: Despite Empty Space in Cherry Hill, Consolidating Not an Option
Faced With $3.2M Budget Deficit, District 122 Examines Another Round of Cuts
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Library Staff Picks

Book Review: 'Lone Wolf' by Jodi Picoult
Book Review: 'Out Came the Sun: A Day in Nursery Rhymes'
Book Review: 'Joey Pigza Swallowed the Key'
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Frugal Family

Surprising Ways To Save Money In the Southland
Frugal Fall Fun For the Whole Family
A Girls' Night Out Without Breaking the Bank: Frugal Family
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Facebook Friday

Outlet Mall Wish List and Metra Lot Safety
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PatchCast: A Daily Video Report

Daily PatchCast: State Taxes, TIF Districts and Local Golf Courses
Daily PatchCast: Murder Charges, Blago Juror Talks and July 4 Plans
Daily PatchCast: High Schools Ranked, Middle Class Jobs and Selena Gomez
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Southland Stories

By Dennis Robaugh
Burros Ban on Pink Has a Lot of People Talking
I Saw it On eBay: For Fans of Beer and Irish Whisky
I Saw It On eBay: 1970s Vintage Lawn Chairs
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Community Cookbook

By Alicia Howe
A Sloppy Joe Recipe for Everyone in the Family
Escape the Cold With This Southern Coconut Pie Recipe
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A Great Escape!

By Heather Blackmore
Share Your Passion for Reading: A Great Escape
Get Your Dancin' Shoes On: A Great Escape
Think Outside the Crayon Box: A Great Escape
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New Look New Lenox

Name the Business: Oct. 12
Name the Business: Oct. 5
Name the Business: Sept. 26
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New Lenox Election Log

By Michael Sewall
New Lenox Elections: End of Voting Nears; Check Patch for Results
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Locally Owned

Kumon Math and Reading Center Helps Children Unlock Their Potential
Weight Watchers Helps Residents Shed Unwanted Pounds
Cuddle Me Babies Gift Shop Can Make You the Hit of the Baby Shower
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Does Noah's Gay Slur Make You Look at Him Differently?
JUSTICE SERVED: What Does the Death of Osama Bin Laden Mean to You?
So, Obama's an American. Was He a Good Student?
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Local Sports Notebook

Brother Rice's Football Game at Downers Grove South Draws TV Interest
Sandburg Volleyball Wins Silver Division Crown at Rich East
Marian Cross Country Teams Finding Stride at Midway Point of Season
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Glory Days

Marist Principal Larry Tucker Enjoying Success of Athletic Program
Job as Marist Principal Brings Back Fond Memories for Larry Tucker
Oak Forest's Larry Gorman Grateful for College Experience at Northwestern
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Sports Spotlight

U.S. Wrestling Legend Bobby Douglas Determined to 'Beat the Streets'
Games Marked by Innings; Memories Span a Lifetime
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Sunday Comics

By Chuck Ingwersen
Sunday Comic: Obama Labels Illinois a 'Disaster'
Sunday Comic: Check Out the George W. Bush Presidential Library
Sunday Comic: Movie Night Inspired by Roger Ebert
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Deal of the Week

Deal of the Week: Paradise Smoothie Gift Card
Deal of the Week: Ice Cream, Burger
Deal of the Week: A Treat for Dog Owners
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Remarkable Residents

9/11 American Challenge: A Journey of the Human Spirit
Civic Engagement Personified in Former Village Trustee
Residents Record CD as ‘Something to Show’ for Love of Music
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Back to School

Marching Griffins Ready to Show How Intense Practice Pays Off
READERS' PHOTOS: Back to School for Frankfort Students
PHOTO GALLERY: Students Begin First Day of Classes at Grand Prairie
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Sense of Census

2010 Census: How Long is Your Commute?
2010 Census: Veterans in the Home of Proud Americans
2010 Census: Same-sex Family Households
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Patch Rivals

Which New Lenox Dry Cleaner is Best?
Which New Lenox Accountant Do You Count On?
Who Do You Trust for Auto Care?
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The Sports Report

By Ron Kremer
L-W East Football Little Guy Langenderfer Making All the Big Hits
Living a Baseball Dream: McQuillan Off to Fast Start in Nationals Farm System
U.S. Wrestling Legend Bobby Douglas Determined to 'Beat the Streets'
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StatShot

By Paul Dailing
StatShot: Mokena 159 Class Sizes, 1999-2011
StatShot: How Does Lincoln-Way's Growth Look?
StatShot: How Do District 210's Finances Look?
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Patch on Politics

Sandack Says Illinois Should Keep Flat Income Tax
Income Taxes Leave You Feeling Flat?
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