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North Central College’s Division III-winning Cardinals football team was among the various NCAA champions welcomed to the White House June 12 for College Athlete Day.

Sights of the Season

People, places, and happenings around the area   Photos: Jen Banowetz (Field of…
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Pasek Farms in Lindenwood raises and sells beef, pork, poultry, and eggs.

Bringing Home the Bacon

By Kelli Ra Anderson Local farms and markets offer fresh food straight from the source…
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Michelle Gentile Interiors + Home

Furnishing Touches

Spruce up your space, inside and out, with wares from these home decor stores Michelle…
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The Naperville Park District

The Heart of the Matter

Proliferation of AEDs throughout park district properties puts lifesaving cardiac care…
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Uke band

Lots of Pluck

The Aurora Uke Fest shines a big spotlight on a pint-size instrument Todd VonOhlen will…
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The home's dining room

Big Personality

A Spanish-style Downers Grove home gets an update with a light touch What do you get…
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The home's staircase and hidden radiator

Within Reach

Here are four tips from designer Angela Graefenhain for creating open shelving that’s…
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A garage full of cars

Auto Showstopper

A country paradise for car lovers in Oswego There’s a difference between people who…
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A water-resistant blanket

Summer Stuff

Cool products to get you through the hot season and beyond Happy Paddling With its origami-like…
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People exercising along Lakefront Trail

One Fine Day

It’s the perfect season to play tourist in the Windy City To quote a famed local philosopher:…
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Outside The James

New Gem in Geneva

By Phil Vettel The James serves up a thoughtful menu in an historic setting When is a…
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A pizza

Enlightened Pies

By Peter Gianopulos Embracing the poetry—and science—of pizza Ask any self-respecting…
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