By Dwight Casimere Cotes du Rhone in France is one of the oldest wine producing regions in the world and one of the largest yet, in the immortal words of the great Rodney Dangerfield, it “don’t get no respect!” Wine snobs rail on about every other region and have largely left the Cotes du Rhone […]
Wine of the Week: Easy-to-drink wine from the Cotes du Rhone
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Food-A Foodies summer vacation in New Orleans
By Dwight Casimere Copper Vine 1001 Poydras Street New Orleans, LA 70112 504-208-9535 Despite being on a busy thoroughfare near downtown New Orleans, Copper Vine has an intimate feel. For those fortunate enough to gain seating on the patio, it can be like dining in a tropical garden. To simply call it a wine tavern […]
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Will County Veterans Assistance Commission Contract in dispute
By Dave Allision The Will County State’s Attorney’s Office is currently reviewing expenditures connected with a $495 million dollar no bid marketing contract to the Veterans Assistance Commission of Will County. The contract was under fire at the commission’s regular meeting on Tuesday night. According to the state’s attorney’s office, there had never been a determination […]
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Pritzker pushes for assault weapons ban, federal action
By PETER HANCOCK In the wake of a July 4 mass shooting in Highland Park that left seven people dead and dozens more injured, Gov. JB Pritzker is calling for a ban at both the state and national levels on military-style assault rifles and high-capacity magazines. The governor made those calls on national cable television […]
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Car owners reveal new thought on electric vehicles
The Times Weekly, Web Staff A new national survey by AAA shows that a quarter of consumers plan to go electric for their next vehicle purchase (a fully electric, not hybrid vehicle). The most common factor for those interested in buying an electric vehicle (77%) is a strong desire to save on fuel costs. However, AAA […]
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GhanaFest 34th year dedicates a weekend of cultural
GhanaFest 34th year dedicates a weekend of cultural First Official GhanaFest merchandise introduced The Ghana National Council of Metropolitan (GNC) and its Affiliates presents a Sankofa theme weekend of Ghanaian Cultural, July 29th-30th. Traditionally held on the last Saturday of July, this year, the GNC has dedicated the entire weekend to displaying and educating the […]
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First Black woman sworn in on State Supreme Court
By PETER HANCOCK Lisa Holder White was sworn in recently as the first Black woman to serve on the Illinois Supreme Court. Holder White, who previously served on the 4th District Court of Appeals, was chosen to succeed one of her mentors in the legal profession, retiring Justice Rita B. Garman, who broke many barriers herself […]
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Always leave them with HOPE
Always leave them with HOPE By Lee H. Hamilton Many years ago, I was in the audience when the Rev. Jesse Jackson, the legendary civil rights activist and election mobilizer, gave a speech. He often used the catchphrase, “Keep hope alive!” when he spoke, and he did so that time. The audience picked it up […]
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The Bolla family: Nearly a century of superb Prosecco in the Valdobbiadene
The Bolla family: Nearly a century of superb Prosecco in the Valdobbiadene By Dwight Casimere Valdo is the oldest winery to produce Prosecco in Italy’s famed Valdobbiadene, the home of that country’s celebrated sparkling wine. For nearly a century, the Bolla family has used its commitment to tradition, the region, and the land to produce […]
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Pace reappoints chairman to fifth term
Pace reappoints chairman to fifth term Rick Kwasneski has been reappointed to serve a fifth four-year term as Chairman of the Pace Board of Directors, gathering unanimous support from the elected County Board officials charged with the selection process. Kwasneski has served as Pace Chairman since 2006, and prior to that served on the […]
