Nail These Fall Trends

September 18, 2013
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Before you slip on your new boots, walk through crunchy leaves, and visit a pumpkin patch, a new fall manicure is a must!  With a new season comes new nail colors and styles.  Let’s review these different types of trends– ready, set, pumpkin spice latte! Dark Red According to elle.com, dark red is very in […]

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Windy City Live’s Ryan Chiaverini Talks All Things Chicago, Windy City Live, and His Best TV Moments

September 17, 2013
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Hi Ryan!  Can you tell me about your childhood and where you grew up? I grew up in Southern California.  I’m a twin.  I’m 8 minutes older than my brother.  My parents divorced when I was very young, but I had both parents around.  My uncle fought Sugar Ray Leonard.  My dad is a hockey […]

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Windy City Live’s Ryan Chiaverini’s Advice for Young Journalists

September 16, 2013
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What advice would you give to young journalists?   Do as many things you can to put yourself out there and build up your portfolio.  Reach out to agents.  Post all of your [work on social media] and get it out there.  Hopefully you’ll get seen!  Or, get a reel together and send it to […]

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Get Fit with Mikey Tenerelli!

September 10, 2013
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When did you become interested in fitness? Ever since I was 10 or 11 years old– it was when I started playing competitive sports, especially football.  To be successful at football you have to be in tip-top shape.  When I was 14 that’s when I really got into football and fitness. Where did you go to […]

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Mikey Tenerelli Explains the Hot New Diet That’s Sweeping the Nation

September 10, 2013
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Mikey Tenerelli, owner of Crossfit Alpha Dog (1300 S. Main St., Unit T, Lombard, Ill.) is a believer in The Paleo Diet.  The diet, based on foods eaten during the Paleo Period, consists of meats, nuts, vegetables, and fruits.  Tenerelli breaks down the diet for Emme! What is the Paleo diet? The Paleo period was […]

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If You Love Autumn, You Are…

September 10, 2013
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Disclaimer: The information presented in this website and the comments from Dr. Hughes are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or psychological disorder. The information presented is not a substitute for medical, psychological or psychiatric treatment. You are advised to seek professional medical and psychological help as necessary. If Autumn is your favorite […]

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This Autumn, Bake Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins

September 8, 2013
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Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins 1 1/2 cups (195 grams) all purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup (113 grams) unsalted butter, room temperature 1 cup (200 grams) granulated white sugar 2 large eggs 1 […]

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Football 101 For Girly Girls

September 5, 2013
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It’s football season!  But are you often puzzled by the game itself?  Physical education teacher Carolyn Collins helped Emme figure out the sport of football.  This is football 101 for girly girls! *There are 11 players per side on the field during a game Positions: Quarterback Offense Running back Wide Receivers Tight Ends Center Line […]

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31 Clues That You May Be a 90’s Girl — Part 2

September 2, 2013
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16.  You wore “Spice Girl shoes.” 17.  You rocked these accessories from Claire’s.   18.  Sadly, you remember when Princess Diana passed away…   19.  And when Britney took over the world.   20.  You were insanely jealous…   21.  You collected Lisa Frank.   22.  You remember Smash Mouth and Sixpence Non The Richer […]

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September is National Yoga Month

September 2, 2013
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September is National Yoga Month, so grab a mat and let’s go! About Yoga “The word yoga means ‘unity’ and is derived from the Sanskirt word ‘yui’ which means to join.  The goal of yoga is to join, balance and harmonize the body, mind and emotions.”  Yoga helps you know your body even better with […]

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