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35 Years Later...
Our New Car Manager's Journey through the Car Business
by Elizabeth Colosimo Phelps
Oak Lawn Toyota New Car Manager Mark Girlich can remember the exact moment he started his career in the car business.
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2009 Toyota Venza Blends Sedan and SUV Qualities
The new crossover shifts emphasis to sleek sedan.
Toyota believes the 2009 Venza better meets your needs than the conventional crossover. The Venza has style and performance that make it a strong competitor if you're looking for a great sedan with the advantages of an SUV.
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2009 Toyota Matrix Makes Sense When Nothing Else Does
With gas prices up and the economy down, Matrix helps with both.
Priced for affordability and tuned for fuel efficiency, the 2009 Toyota Matrix addresses your concerns about the economy. With an MSRP of $16,290 and highway mileage of 32 mpg, the Matrix is an affordable sport wagon that helps you economize.
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PC vs. Mac: What's the Big Deal?
The two major choices in computer hardware are roughly equivalent, so how do you know what you need?
When considering whether to go with a Mac or a Windows-based computer, look beyond speed and memory, since they're fairly comparable in those areas. Instead, consider what you'll really need, and go from there.
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Tricks to Lose Those Pounds
Little steps that add up to big results.
You’ve been exercising dutifully and monitoring your fat and calorie intake. You’re so close to your weight loss goal that you can almost taste it, but you’re stuck on those last 10 pounds. Maybe you don’t need to lose much, but your jeans are feeling a little tighter than usual.
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Thanksgiving Trivia Questions
See how well you know our Traditional American Holiday...
Click on the Turkey to answer these fun trivia questions!
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Gobble Up These New Releases!
When the Thanksgiving feast is done and the table is cleared, head to the movies!
The leaves are turning colors and the air is getting crisper. Yes, it’s fall! Tricks and treats may have passed us and our stomachs might be full from Thanksgiving, but there’s no reason why we shouldn’t head to the movie theaters! There are plenty of films hitting the big screen this fall that deliver fun, excitement and plenty of adventure!
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Gobble Up the Leftovers!
You’ll enjoy these tasty ideas for Thanksgiving leftovers.
It’s never too early to think about what you’re making for Thanksgiving, or even how you’ll use the leftovers for that matter! Before you know it, the holiday will be upon us, and you’ll be scrambling. However, just as quickly as the holiday sneaks up on you, it’s gone. For many, that’s where the fun lies: the leftovers.
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Save on Energy Costs this Winter
Tips to Help You Out During the Cold Winter Months
by Elizabeth Colosimo Phelps
Now that November is upon us, there’s definitely a chill in the air. In fact, many people have already fired up their furnaces. But turning up the heat doesn’t have to wreak havoc on your pocketbook.
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Chicken Ionian Style
From Odyssey Greek Taverna
Ingredients:
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Salt
Pepper
Corn flour
Milk
Margarine
3 oz chopped white onions
2 tbsp. capers
1 cup cabernet sauvignon
4 oz wild mushrooms
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Mediterranean Tilapia
From Odyssey Greek Taverna
Ingredients:
Boneless Tilapia filet (9-11 ounces)
Olive oil
Flour
1 tsp chopped garlic
2 oz sweet white wine (sauvignon blanc)
3/4 cup lemon juice
3 artichoke hearts (butterflied)
2 to 3 cups fresh baby spinach leaves
2 oz chopped sundried tomatoes
1 cup chicken stock or water
Salt
Pepper
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Get Into the Holiday Spirit!
There’s plenty to experience in Illinois, Indiana and Ohio this holiday season.
Before you know it, Thanksgiving will be over and the holiday season will be here. While you’re busy attending parties and shopping, why not take a break? Make some time for you and your family to take part in the holiday festivities! Spend a day – or two – experiencing fun and entertainment, tasting delicious treats and even meeting Santa himself!
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Holiday Gift Guide
Shopping for the “has-everything” gift recipient? No problem: here are some fresh ideas that will garner plenty of appreciation.
Pondering whether to buy a batch of holiday gift cards for friends and family members who seem to have everything they need? Here's a better option: surprise them with some cool presents that are sure to make their holidays happy.
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Check Your Car With the Change of Seasons
Car trouble is almost always due to neglected preventive maintenance.
Tow truck operators serving the nation’s Interstates can testify to the surprising number of travelers forced to return home ahead of schedule because of car trouble. The cost of a breakdown can easily exceed that of a repair bill with towing charges, emergency lodging and possibly a rental car. Just think: All that inconvenience is avoidable by performing factory recommended preventive maintenance and having us check your car before you head out on a major trip.
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The Best Gift of All – Saving Money!
You might be filled with holiday cheer, but don’t let it leave your wallet empty!
Mom? Done. Dad? Almost done. Pastry platters? Picking those up this afternoon. It’s the holiday season, and it seems like you’re constantly stopping and going, picking up gifts for the family and stopping at the grocery store for dinner. Don’t forget that last minute gift that you need for the Yankee swap. As your list gets longer, you end up spending more and before you know it, you’re muttering, “Bah humbug.”
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