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Business, Sports

High School Entrepreneurs Create WIffle Ball Field of Dreams

"If you build it, they will come," the movie says. Last year, Batavia's premier Wiffle Ball field had 731 visitors—with great things expected in 2013.

Sports

Southland Faces at the White Sox Home Opener 2013

Take a look at images from U.S. Cellular Field as the Chicago White Sox kicked off the 2013 season, and see if you recognize a neighbor or two.

Opinion, Sports

Sox: Reason to Believe South Siders Will Contend

Depth in the starting rotation and power arms in the bullpen lend credence to the belief the Sox can contend in the AL Central. Patch Editor Ron Kremer outlines three reasons to keep your eyes on the Sox this summer.

Opinion, Sports

Cubs: You'll Want to Cover Your Eyes

GM Theo Epstein begins the second year of a rebuilding process. Just don't expect to see huge gains in 2013. Patch Editor Ron Kremer outlines three reasons for the Cubs' faithful to give up the faith—an in a hurry.

Opinion, Sports

Sunday Comic: Obama Sees Rough Months Ahead

What is it that has the president so pessimistic as spring unfolds? Oh ... that.

Opinion, Sports

Would You Still Cheer for the Bears if Their Best Player Were Gay?

A current gay NFL player could come out in a few months and continue to play in the league, according to an online columnist. His biggest concern? Harm from homophobic fans. How would you react if he played for your favorite team?

Sports, Arts, Local Connections

Jenny Says Goodbye and Good Luck to Brian on Sun-Times Splash

Geneva resident/model/talk-show host/columnist Jenny McCarthy says thanks to former beau and former Bears linebacker Brian Urlacher "for being Chicago’s Hulk."

Opinion, Sports

Sunday Comic: Urlacher Feels Cold Slap in Face from Bears

The star linebacker claims he got a raw deal as his career in Chicago ends.

Government, Sports, Awareness

Do You Want an Online Charter School in Batavia? Public Hearing Set for 6PM Tuesday

You'll have a chance to learn more and share your opinion at a School District 101 hearing at 6 p.m. March 19.

Government, Opinion, Business, Sports, The Neighborhood Files, Local Connections, Awareness, Going Green

Soap Box Derby Qualifying Event Coming to Tri-Cities

The winner will compete for the international title in Akron, Ohio.

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