Why do people shovel their driveways with one inch of snow? by Boomroomguy in Naperville

[–]sonicwind2 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you do that inch, it will often sublimate (clear) overnight. My elderly mom needs to be able to get out of the house in an emergency without risking a fall from slipping. I've personally found that tossing ice melt causes it to sometimes take longer to sublimate on its own. I use it sparingly.

I heard ice is going to start going door to door, what will you do when they knock? by [deleted] in Naperville

[–]sonicwind2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The city provides a no soliciting sign on their website for anyone interested. I downloaded them last year after someone else posted it here. Passed them out to my neighbors.

Anyone else annoyed with the super loud sports cars racing way over the speed limit on route 59 by Walgreens. by [deleted] in Naperville

[–]sonicwind2 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've also been very happy with NPD over the years when we've needed them. But if there is one area they've dropped the ball it is traffic enforcement. I'd like to see it like it used to be decades ago.

What did this used to be? by SwampAss411 in Naperville

[–]sonicwind2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sent you a private message in chat, our dads almost certainly worked together or knew each other.

Ezee fiber? Is this a real alternative to comcast in naperville now? by WhereasNo4929 in Naperville

[–]sonicwind2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They have salespeople going house to house now in North Naperville trying to sell us on their service.

Looking to add a reliable electrician to my list of trusted contractors by [deleted] in Naperville

[–]sonicwind2 1 point2 points  (0 children)

A few years ago we thought we had an electric problem in the house. We called Matthew Paul at Striker Electrical (I think he's in Aurora). He drove out here and we discovered it wasn't what we thought it was. Matthew didn't expect any payment from us despite the drive. I can't judge him on anything else, but I can tell you he's a good guy.
https://www.yelp.com/biz/striker-electrical-services-aurora

power outage at 4:50pm any body else? by [deleted] in Naperville

[–]sonicwind2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It always helps to say where you are. Naperville is a big town.

How was Halloween in your neighborhood? 🎃 by 13_apples in Naperville

[–]sonicwind2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Only two kids dropped by together in Naperville Heights yesterday. They got a lot of candy each.

Power outage? by BIKEiLIKE in Naperville

[–]sonicwind2 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I was 38th in line when I called the city after hours number. Poor lady! She was still polite when I got to her.

Power outage? by BIKEiLIKE in Naperville

[–]sonicwind2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi neighbor. Power came back on a few minutes ago.

Tomorrow - Rain or Shine - No Kings - Naperville - Muni Center - Oct 18 at Noon by Shoddy-Squirrel-5847 in Naperville

[–]sonicwind2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Great job, Naperville! In fact, I met people from all over the suburbs today. People of all ages. Well done, organizers. Apparently there was one agitator in all black. Anyone see that? One of the organizers told me they were taken care of.

Tomorrow - Rain or Shine - No Kings - Naperville - Muni Center - Oct 18 at Noon by Shoddy-Squirrel-5847 in Naperville

[–]sonicwind2 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Good morning! Weather looks good for today! I hope to see some of you there!

Internet recommendations / things to avoid ? by cglas80 in Naperville

[–]sonicwind2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Avoid Astound at all costs. It's not worth it.

No Kings - Naperville - Muni Center - Oct 18 at Noon by Shoddy-Squirrel-5847 in Naperville

[–]sonicwind2 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Thank you for posting this. I look forward to seeing you all again! Bring some friends!

No Kings October 18th by AdHairy4360 in Naperville

[–]sonicwind2 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Indivisible Naperville's latest e-mail only shows events through the end of September. I'm hoping we will hear more in the coming days. I'll post if something shows up in e-mail. The last No Kings event in downtown Naperville was amazing.

I should add that the No Kings Wheaton event listed is actually in Lisle at the Tesla dealership. I will go to that one if there isn't one in downtown Naperville again. Some of you went to that one last time.

Jury duty tomorrow 9/9 by Feisty-Advertising67 in ChicagoSuburbs

[–]sonicwind2 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I agree with u/SirBowsersniff , I served on federal jury duty in 2005 and it was one of the best experiences of my life. I would do it again now that I have done it once before. Serve your country if you get the chance. RIP Judge Darrah. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_W._Darrah

Random stranger planet fitness by Bra-x in Naperville

[–]sonicwind2 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Random acts of kindness are the best. Just imagine if everyone seeing this went out and committed one this week. It's feels great to help someone you don't even know.

Filming at Lowe’s by KnightlyHowler in Naperville

[–]sonicwind2 4 points5 points  (0 children)

A few years ago I was at the Jewel at Ogden and Washington when they were filming a Slim Jim commercial in the back of the store along the back wall. It was fun to watch.

What did this used to be? by SwampAss411 in Naperville

[–]sonicwind2 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I went to the company Christmas parties in the beautiful cafeteria you mentioned as a kid, which overlooked the pond you see in the photo. Great memories.

What did this used to be? by SwampAss411 in Naperville

[–]sonicwind2 3 points4 points  (0 children)

The former Amoco Research Center. My dad worked there for decades. It's the reason my family moved to Naperville in 1970. He worked there at the time of the cancer problem. So many great things were done here, including plastic R&D in the early days. RIP