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Weekend Plans With WNBA Sky Owner Michael Alter: Graduations, Season Opener

05 / 24 / 13

Chicago native and WNBA Sky Owner MICHAEL ALTER has much to be thankful for this holiday weekend. That includes his eldest son graduating from college in Amherst, Mass., as well as his daughter’s high school graduation celebration back in the Chicago area. There is also the small matter of t...

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