How one local teen turned old binders into a new schoolwide sustainability project BY VALERIE HARDY What ultimately became an extensive environmental effort started with…
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The grassroots initiative to construct a commemorative “Macho Man” Randy Savage statue BY VALERIE HARDY “Macho Man” Randy Savage left a lasting legacy as a…
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Tried and true tips to help you maintain or reclaim peace and joy during the most wonderful – but often stressful – time of the…
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A light reminder to decorate safely this season By Valerie Hardy Many local fire departments are giving the green light to keeping the red lights…
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Three radio towers in Downers Grove were recently demolished after nearly a century of service By Valerie Hardy It was a dramatic sign-off to Downers…
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The harmonious history and ongoing offerings of the Downers Grove Music Club By Valerie Hardy For nearly a century, the Downers Grove Music Club (DGMC)…
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Marianna Shubalis (Bannos) and team make her hometown their renowned restaurant’s second home By Valerie Hardy When it comes to swine dining in the heart…
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For support and connection in the early parenting years, look no further than the Elmhurst Area Moms group By Valerie Hardy | Photos courtesy of…
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The Elmhurst Neighbors & Newcomers Club has helped build bonds for over 75 years By Valerie Hardy When Betsy Laakko moved to Elmhurst from St.…
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Going back to the table with former Chicago Tribune restaurant critic Phil Vettel By Valerie Hardy Photography by Victor Hilitski For over three decades, Phil…
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