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Wolves take Game 5, one Game from winning Calder Cup Finals

Posted on May 26, 2019May 26, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Wolves take Game 5, one Game from winning Calder Cup Finals
Wolves take Game 5, one Game from winning Calder Cup Finals

Wolves take Game 5, one Game from winning Calder Cup Finals Max Lagace scored the first goal by a goaltender in AHL postseason and Chicago Wolves history to help the Wolves to a 5-2 victory over the San Diego Gulls in Game 5 of the Western Conference Finals on Saturday night at Pechanga Arena. Forwards…

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Carr gives Wolves double-overtime Play-off win

Posted on May 25, 2019May 25, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Carr gives Wolves double-overtime Play-off win
Carr gives Wolves double-overtime Play-off win

Carr gives Wolves double-overtime Play-off win American Hockey League MVP Daniel Carr scored 6:01 into double-overtime to lift the Wolves over the San Diego Gulls 2-1 in Game 4 of the Western Conference Finals on Friday night at Pechanga Arena. The Wolves pulled into a 2-2 tie in this best-of-seven series as defenseman Griffin Reinhart…

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San Diego Gulls beat Chicago Wolves in Game 3 of Finals

Posted on May 23, 2019May 23, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on San Diego Gulls beat Chicago Wolves in Game 3 of Finals
San Diego Gulls beat Chicago Wolves in Game 3 of Finals

San Diego Gulls beat Chicago Wolves in Game 3 of Finals The Chicago Wolves pulled within one going in the final minutes of Game 3 of the Western Conference Finals, but fell to the San Diego Gulls 3-2 Wednesday night at Pechanga Arena. Forwards Tye McGinn and Curtis McKenzie scored for Chicago (8-6) while goaltender…

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Illionois State Fair lowers admission prices

Posted on May 22, 2019June 12, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Illionois State Fair lowers admission prices
Illionois State Fair lowers admission prices

Illionois State Fair lowers admission prices Adult admission is now only $5 Sunday through Thursday Kevin Gordon, Manager of the Illinois State Fair (ISF) in Springfield is pleased to announce that Sunday through Thursday daily admission prices have been lowered to $5 for adults during the 2019 State Fair—senior prices will remain at $3 and…

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Orland Park’s Texas de Brazil knocks it out of the park

Posted on May 20, 2019November 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Orland Park’s Texas de Brazil knocks it out of the park
Orland Park’s Texas de Brazil knocks it out of the park

Orland Park’s Texas de Brazil knocks it out of the park Texas de Brazil opens a new restaurant in Orland Park and it sizzles with perfect meat selections. It’s one of the best restaurants to enjoy a great family meal with the family for lunch or dinner. And it has a phenomenal salad bar which…

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The Mother of TV Shows Game of Thrones comes to an end

Posted on May 19, 2019July 13, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on The Mother of TV Shows Game of Thrones comes to an end
The Mother of TV Shows Game of Thrones comes to an end

The Mother of TV Shows Game of Thrones comes to an end A recap of Game of Thrones for the 290 million Americans who didn’t watch the eight season series on HBO, putting into modernday context so the rest of the world might understand what’s going on. A spoiler summary for those who haven’t watched…

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Wolves win first game in hockey’s Western Conference Finals

Posted on May 18, 2019May 18, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Wolves win first game in hockey’s Western Conference Finals
Wolves win first game in hockey’s Western Conference Finals

Wolves win first game in hockey’s Western Conference Finals Rookie center Cody Glass scored his second overtime winner of the playoffs to lift the Chicago Wolves to a 5-4 victory over the San Diego Gulls in Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals on Friday night at Allstate Arena. Glass’ winner came moments after he…

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IDNR Reminds Boaters to Wear Life Jackets and Stay Sober

Posted on May 16, 2019May 16, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on IDNR Reminds Boaters to Wear Life Jackets and Stay Sober
IDNR Reminds Boaters to Wear Life Jackets and Stay Sober

IDNR Reminds Boaters to Wear Life Jackets and Stay Sober National Safe Boating Week is May 18-24 Illinois Conservation Police Officers (CPOs) are reminding boat operators to always drive sober and to wear life jackets – life-saving reminders heading into the state’s busiest boating season. Illinois will join in the observance of National Safe Boating…

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Applauding Game of Thrones for an exciting run

Posted on May 15, 2019November 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Applauding Game of Thrones for an exciting run
Applauding Game of Thrones for an exciting run

Applauding Game of Thrones for an exciting run Forget all of the whiners and complainers. HBO’s Game of Thrones series which is ending this week after nine years and eight seasons, has been fantastic and thrilling. There have been a few disappointments, like the rush to end the series in only six final episodes rather…

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Game of Thrones is a “thrilling disappointment”

Posted on May 9, 2019November 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Game of Thrones is a “thrilling disappointment”
Game of Thrones is a “thrilling disappointment”

Game of Thrones is a “thrilling disappointment” The Final Season of Game of Thrones is thrilling because fans like myself have invested more than 8 years into the series. It is a fantastic series, one of the best. But the ending is proving to be a huge disappointment as if the Game of Thrones writers…

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“Hate Night” TV will re-elect Trump

Posted on May 9, 2019November 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on “Hate Night” TV will re-elect Trump
“Hate Night” TV will re-elect Trump

“Hate Night” TV will re-elect Trump I am sick and tired of listening to late night “talk show hosts” crusading against President Trump with stupid and sick jokes. The partisanship is disgusting and the viciousness of the attacks are even worse. Trump isn’t the best President but today’s crop of late night talk show hosts…

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Wolves take hockey series lead in play-offs

Posted on May 3, 2019May 3, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Wolves take hockey series lead in play-offs
Wolves take hockey series lead in play-offs

Wolves take hockey series lead in play-offs The Chicago Wolves seized a 2-0 series lead in the Central Division Finals with a 4-3 Game 2 victory over the Iowa Wild on Thursday night at Allstate Arena. Forwards Brooks Macek, Matt Weis and Tobias Lindberg and rookie defenseman Zach Whitecloud scored for Chicago (5-2) while forward…

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Offshore, largest rooftop deck in country opens at Navy Pier

Posted on May 3, 2019May 3, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Offshore, largest rooftop deck in country opens at Navy Pier
Offshore, largest rooftop deck in country opens at Navy Pier

Offshore, largest rooftop deck in country opens at Navy Pier Boasting over 36,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor space, this spectacular year-round rooftop destination will elevate the Chicago skyline to another level, offering locals a truly unique perspective of The Windy City and Lake Michigan   Prepare for brand new views of Chicago’s magnificent…

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Wolves seize Game 1 in Overtime over Iowa

Posted on May 2, 2019May 2, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Wolves seize Game 1 in Overtime over Iowa
Wolves seize Game 1 in Overtime over Iowa

The Wolves won the first game in the playoffs against the Iowa Wild, winning 3 to 2 on Wednesday, May 1, 2019, at the Allstate Arena. This year the Wolves have been fighting hard to take the lead in the American Hockey League.

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Chicago Wolves face Iowa Wild in second-round finals

Posted on April 30, 2019April 30, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago Wolves face Iowa Wild in second-round finals
Chicago Wolves face Iowa Wild in second-round finals

Chicago Wolves face Iowa Wild in second-round finals The Central Division champion Chicago Wolves will meet the third-seeded Iowa Wild in the second round of the 2019 Calder Cup Playoffs. The best-of-seven Central Division Finals begins Wednesday, May 1, at Allstate Arena. Head coach Rocky Thompson‘s Wolves, who dispatched the Grand Rapids Griffins during the…

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Amy Morton to open new restaurant in Aurora

Posted on April 24, 2019April 30, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Amy Morton to open new restaurant in Aurora

Amy Morton to open new restaurant in Aurora Chicago restauranteur Amy Morton will open a new upscale restaurant in downtown Aurora adjacent to the Paramount Theater The city of Aurora will soon have a new, fine dining restaurant to boast about, right next to Paramount Theatre in Aurora’s downtown theater district, just in time for…

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Steppenwolf Theatre to host Gala featuring Armie Hammer and James Franco

Posted on April 16, 2019April 16, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Steppenwolf Theatre to host Gala featuring Armie Hammer and James Franco
Steppenwolf Theatre to host Gala featuring Armie Hammer and James Franco

Steppenwolf Theatre to host Gala featuring Armie Hammer and James Franco Armie Hammer to Emcee Steppenwolf Theatre Company’s 2019 Gala Saturday, May 11, 2019. James Franco Guest Auctioneer at This Unforgettable Event Celebrating 43 Years of Extraordinary Theatre CHICAGO (April 16, 2019) – The acclaimed Steppenwolf ensemble and Board of Trustees host Gala 2019, an…

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Milwaukee County Executive Abele and Milwaukee County Parks announce new concessions

Posted on April 16, 2019April 16, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Milwaukee County Executive Abele and Milwaukee County Parks announce new concessions
Milwaukee County Executive Abele and Milwaukee County Parks announce new concessions

Milwaukee County Executive Abele and Milwaukee County Parks announce new concessions The Dock will operate food and beverage options at Bradford Beach Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele and Milwaukee County Parks today announced a new food and beverage partnership at Bradford Beach this summer with CCH Management LLC (The Dock). Pending approval from the Milwaukee County…

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