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• Where do I find the lowest gas prices today in Palatine?
• Show me the live traffic from Palatine to Chicago.
• Tell me the most recent weather forecast for the area.
• Give me a list of today's events. And here's an interesting event Patch calendar editors think you might like:
  
  Dude Food Grilling Seminar: Beef at Whole Foods Market, 1331 N. Rand Road from 7 - 8:30 p.m. Grab a set of tongs and come to the outdoor cafe. Fire Roasted Red Pepper Hummus, Cedar Grill Flank Steak, Grilled Pineapple Souffle will all be prepared on or around the grill. Visit www.palatineparks.org or call 847-776-8080 for more information.

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