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Zero to hero : from bullied kid to warrior
The author recounts his life experiences, from growing up on Chicago's South Side and living through several years of intense bullying, to his Army service in Vietnam and his acts that earned the Medal of Honor, to his life after military service and grappling with PTSD.
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Meet Medal of Honor Recipient
This exciting entertainment event includes appetizers, beverage, raffles, and your favorite casino games (fun play only). All proceeds will benefit the Allen J. Lynch Medal of Honor Veteran's Foundation, which offers assistance and relief to veterans of the US Armed Forces and their immediate families. Allen J. Lynch received the Medal of Honor for his service in the Vietnam War. He also will be on hand at the event, which is sponsored by the Green Oaks, Libertyville, Mundelein, Vernon Hills (GLMV) Chamber of Commerce.
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Golf outing in Vernon Hills benefits veterans, their families
Allen J. Lynch Medal of Honor Veterans Foundation is hosting the second annual \"Swinging for the Vets\" Golf Outing from 12:30 to 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 26, at the White Deer Country Club, in Vernon Hills. Lynch served with the 1st Cavalry in Vietnam, where he earned the Medal of Honor. Allen served four Illinois attorney generals as chief of the Veterans Rights Bureau. Courtesy of Michael Peck Medal of Honor recipient Allen J Lynch, left, with White Deer Run club pro Robert A Malpede Lynch Medal of Honor Veterans Foundation is hosting the second annual \"Swinging for the Vets\" Golf Outing on Friday, Aug 26 at White Deer Country Club in Vernon Hills.
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Lake County in 60 seconds
The Waukegan History Museum, of the Waukegan Park District and the Waukegan Historical Society, has a new temporary exhibit titled \"Waukegan: Then & Now.\" This photography exhibit analyzes 12 historic sites in Waukegan. The self-guided exhibit showcases historic images from the historical society archives while comparing photographs of what is in the same location today. Highlights include the old Lakefront Park, historic residences, the Lake County Courthouse, and the building that preceded construction of the Genesee Theater. The exhibit will close Sept. 30. Entrance to the museum and \"Waukegan: Then & Now\" is free. The exhibit is also available in Spanish. The museum is at 1917 N. Sheridan Road in Bowen Park. It is open to the public on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Saturdays, 1 to 4 p.m. For information, call the museum at (847) 336-1859.
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Gurnee bridge to be named after Medal of Honor recipient
The Grand Avenue bridge over the Tri-State Tollway will be named in honor of Medal of Honor recipient Allen J. Lynch of Gurnee.
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One of the most solemn days
Paul Valade/pvalade@dailyherald.com Lake Zurich American Legion Post 964 member Paul Carrubba carries the American flag and is reflected in the helmet of fellow post member Angel Lebron during Monday's Memorial Day parade in Lake Zurich.Paul Valade/pvalade@dailyherald.com Medal of Honor recipient Allen Lynch of Gurnee walks in the Memorial Day parade Monday in Lake Zurich. Medal of Honor recipient Allen J. Lynch of Gurnee walks in the Lake Zurich Memorial Day parade Monday.Paul Valade/pvalade@dailyherald.com Jim Reynolds of Round Lake Park plays taps Monday during the Fox Lake Memorial Day ceremony. Jim Reynolds of Round Lake Park plays taps during the Fox Lake Memorial Day ceremony Monday.photos by Paul Valade/pvalade@dailyherald.com The rifle squad fires during the Memorial Day ceremony Monday in downtown Fox Lake as residents remember those men and women who gave their lives serving in the armed forces. photos by Paul Valade/pvalade@dailyherald.com The rifle squad fires during the Memorial Day ceremony Monday in downtown Fox Lake as residents remember those men and women who gave their lives serving in the armed forces.
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One couldn't travel more than a few feet Wednesday morning at Naperville's Heali
Daniel White/dwhite@dailyherald.com Former Naperville mayor and U.S. Marine George Pradel salutes as the Marine Corps anthem is played during Naperville's Veterans Day ceremony. Daniel White/dwhite@dailyherald.com Former Naperville mayor and U.S. Marine George Pradel salutes as the Marine Corps anthem is played during Naperville's Veterans Day ceremony. George Pradel, US Marine and former Naperville mayor, salutes as the Marine Corps anthem is played during the Naperville's Veterans Day ceremony at the Healing Field of Honor at Rotary Hill. George Pradel, US Marine and former Naperville mayor, salutes as the Marine Corps anthem is played during the Naperville's Veterans Day ceremony at the Healing Field of Honor at Rotary Hill.A memory tag in honor of John Bruce Capel, killed in action May 12, 1966, rests below one of 2015 flags at the Healing Field of Honor at Rotary Hill. A memory tag in honor of John Bruce Capel, killed in action May 12, 1966, rests below one of 2015 flags at the Healing Field of Honor at Rotary Hill. Daniel White/dwhite@dailyherald.comAllen Lewis and Juan Birito, sailors from Naval Station Great Lakes, were part of the color guard during a Veterans Day ceremony Wednesday in Wheaton.
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Mission accomplished for Operation Stand Down
Courtesy of Vernon Hills Police Department Veterans receive winter coats as part of the Stand Down organized by the Veterans Assistance Commission of Lake County. High school football fans attending five upcoming games in Lake County and Palatine again are being asked this year to donate coats for veterans in need. Courtesy of Vernon Hills Police Department, 2011 Veterans receive winter coats as part of the Stand Down organized by the Veterans's Assistance Commission of Lake County. High school football fans this year again are being asked to contribute. Courtesy of Vernon Hills Police Department, 2011 Veterans receive winter coats as part of the Stand Down organized by the Veterans's Assistance Commission of Lake County. High school football fans this year again are being asked to contribute.Courtesy of Vernon Hills Police Department More than 250 veterans were served during the 2012 Stand Down. Courtesy of Vernon Hills Police Department [Mike Peck], director of the Veteran's Assistance Commission, with boxes similar to the ones the Vernon Hills police department will use to transport collected coats. Courtesy of Vernon Hills Police Department, 2012 Stand Down event from 2012 where more than 250 veterans were served.
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'Stand Down' deemed a success Success: Effort also helps educate next generation Success: Effort also helps to educate the next generation
\"This is not just a Vernon Hills project,\" [Jon Petrillo] said. \"It's a big victory and it's working,\" he added. The [Allen J. Lynch] Medal of Honor Veterans Foundation was established in 2012 to provide assistance in the form of a gift intended as a one-time measure. On Sept. 25, Lynch will host the inaugural \"Swingin' for the Vets\" golf outing at Midlane Country Club in Waukegan. \"This is not just a Vernon Hills project,\" Petrillo said. \"It's a big victory and it's working,\" he added.
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ENCINO CENTER TO GET FACE LIFT
Correction A Sept. 15 story misidentified the owner of the Courtyard Shops of Encino shopping center. Doerken Properties Inc. is the new owner. A West Los Angeles-based developer purchased the Courtyard Shops of Encino for $12 million and will soon revamp the Ventura Boulevard shopping center, the developer said Tuesday. Officials with Renovationi Properties Inc. said they like the 113,462-square-foot facility because it is in the heart of Encino's retail corridor and is close to the Ventura Freeway via White Oak Avenue and Balboa Boulevard.
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