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Seven ways to achieve nirvana simplistic in style

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Are you feeling overwhelmed by the fast pace and complexity of modern life (you cadavers reading this don’t count)? Actually, that question was the opening of an article I read about simplifying your life, thereby changing it from the day-to-day proverbial hamster wheel-type existence to a slower-paced one that’s a...

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Sinister-racist-system solutions offer wide ranges

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When black people talk amongst themselves about the rampant and indiscriminate crime that plagues their communities, there’s no soft-pedaling, or denying the gut-wrenching truth. As we reckon, decade after decade, the devastation of black-on-black violence that decimates our communities seems only to worsen, yet for those who understand the genesis...

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Dole uses solar panels to help fight food waste

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Reprinted from May 13, 2021 Last of three parts “Working at every layer applies to aspects of our world affected by food,” said Future Food Institute Founder Sara Roversi. “‘Thirty-seven percent of global emissions come from the food industry, she said. To tackle this problem, Dole Packaged Foods is working...

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Thoughts: On gun control, immigration, wise philosophers

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“Those who cannot remember the past are doomed to repeat it.” – George Santayana. “Power tends to corrupt, and absolute power corrupts absolutely.” – Lord Acton. “With great power comes great responsibility” – Spider-Man. Republican Party politicians would be wise to heed the above observations. But, they won’t, of course,...

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Fermilab openness perspective message: Director

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By Lia Merminga, Director of Fermilab Fermilab (in Batavia) has a tradition of being open and welcoming to staff, users, the scientific community, and residents of surrounding communities. This is who we are, and we are proud of this culture of openness. We have focused on executing our science mission...

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Special: Mothers, The Venue, top school leaders

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Special days in our world include Mother’s Day. Special persons make our lives better and add depth to each day. A special piece from Unity Sermon Passages is far-reaching and demonstrates the importance of special persons in our lives: “A man stopped at a flower shop to order some flowers...

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Dole Packaged Foods: Innovative, food-tech, sustainability

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Reprinted from May 13, 2021 Second of three parts ‘“We realized well before COVID that we needed to open up as a business, to bring the best of the outside in,’ said Pier Luigi Sigismondi, president of Dole Packaged Foods. The pandemic simply ramped up the process and made Sigismondi...

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Corrie ten Boom active in the WWII Dutch underground

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“When a train goes through a tunnel and it gets dark, you don’t throw away the ticket and jump off. You sit still and trust the engineer (God).” Corrie ten Boom Cornelia Arnolda Johanna “Corrie” ten Boom was born April 15, 1892 in Haarlem, Netherlands. Her father, Casper, was a...

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Civic developments wind up on murals in Aurora

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The world around us is an interesting place. We can pay as little attention, or as much attention, as we want. There is always something going on of interest. We can take sides, or, we can just watch with interest and think we can be merely a neutral observer. Nonetheless,...

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REAL ID required to enter Fermilab

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Since May 3, all public visitors 18 years and older coming to Fermilab’s public areas in Batavia are required to present a REAL ID-compliant ID upon entry. Fermilab is required to comply with Department of Energy’s (DOE) security requirements applicable to DOE federal facilities and includes visitors entering by car, on...

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Comments reflect the GOP focus on two fronts

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Hoorah! The ineluctable Bela Suhuyda finally has gotten around to castigating me. I had been worried sick that he would not stoop to put me in my place, even as he castigated my colleague, Wayne Johnson, up one side and down the other. I didn’t know whether to be joyful...

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Seek new, observe, First Fridays, celebrate 50 years

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Important events are parts of our lives more than we may realize. We may use replies such as, “Nothing is new,” when we are asked, “What’s new?” There are vital and important events in our lives whether we are direct participants, or, viewers from afar. We have a front row...

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Fairy queen found among mythical legendary creatures

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Such a bucolic April day it was. Such a meandering spirit drove Dairy to the woods near her home in the green hills of Ireland, but close to Dublin and to the source of fairy folklore. The fairy queen is many times thought to be a form of the Celtic...

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Commentary to catch up with latest political palaver

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Another Earth Day has passed. I’m sure all of you The Voice readers had the sense to stow away your nuclear weapons, or, follow Germany’s example and disable them. The German’s shut down their last nuclear plant. I guess that means the end to nuclear powered VW Beetle and glow-in-the-dark...

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Politics in the name of religion corrupting influence

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Just in time for the holiest period on the Christian calendar, as millions worldwide celebrate the most sacred day of the year, Easter, and to recognize Christ’s resurrection, president Donald Trump proves that nothing is off limits. Because, after all, Trump’s riding shotgun and hanging with the King of Kings...

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Earth Day – April 22

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“Earth rejoices our words, breathing and peaceful steps. Let every breath, every word and every step make the mother earth proud of us.” – Amit Ray, Indian author, and spiritual master “Humankind has not woven the web of life. We are but one thread within it. Whatever we do to...

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Mourning doves common in backyards across America

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Reprinted from May 12, 2022Last of three parts Teri Dunn contributed the following article in the Birds&Blooms magazine: “Mourning doves are beloved in backyards across America. Readers can learn interesting facts to know on the beautiful mourning dove. Mourning Doves Mate for Life “It’s fairly common to see two mourning...

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Wills, Trusts, and Estate Planning Basics at Aurora Public Library District April 23

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No one likes to think about his or her death, but it is an inevitable part of life. That’s why it’s so important to have up-to-date documentation to make sure final wishes are protected. These documents give loved ones peace of mind knowing that everything is all ready taken care...

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