Harvard commit Yury Plaksin is the fastest swimmer in Illinois as he races to Vernon Hills’ first state titles

Celebrity doesn’t interest Vernon Hills junior Yury Plaksin. Swimming does, however. “He’s the most humble kid you’ll ever meet,” Vernon Hills coach Jim Pardun said. “He loves swimming, and he loves ...

Sunbury YMCA to receive $1 million pledge from Degenstein Foundation

The Greater Susquehanna Valley YMCA is receiving a $1 million pledge from the 1994 Charles B. Degenstein Foundation to support renovations of the swimming pools at the Sunbury and Milton ...
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Big Blue Bridge Spring Break Camp Teaches Kids to Swim on the Eastside

Wilderness Youth Project (WYP) and Sea League are partnering this spring break to offer the Big Blue Bridge Spring Break Camp ...

Audrey Nuna looks back on KPop Demon Hunters whirlwind as she plays Perth Stadium for the Women’s Asian Cup

As a Korean-American whose music crosses genres, Nuna is used to walking between worlds. As she prepares to play Perth ...
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Your Kids Will Be Mesmerized By This Enchanted New York Garden

Kids can touch soft lamb’s ear leaves, smell pungent basil, and see the different shades of green in various herbs. These ...
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Trump announces attack on Iran, says US will 'destroy' its missiles

WASHINGTON − President Donald Trump announced "major combat operations" in Iran aimed at wiping out Tehran's ballistic missile program and debilitating Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's regime.