Feb 11 2013 | 4:31 pm
- For an unforgettable gift that expresses "I love you," our Joan Broz suggests sending a singing valentine this year to give a gift more memorable than a heart-shaped box of candy "You see four guys coming in tuxes carrying a rose and people are...
Jan 28 2013 | 1:21 pm
- Mayor Joe Broda, the longest continuously serving public official in Lisle's history, reflected on the village's major accomplishments and outlined his goals for the coming year during his recent State of the Village address. Broda, who is running...
Dec 09 2012 | 6:10 am
- If compassion was all it took to place every cuddly kitten or playful pup into a permanent home, Waifs and Strays Animal Rescue would have it easy. The all-volunteer group has plenty of care and concern for homeless animals. Even so the organization...
Dec 01 2012 | 11:28 am
- They didn't do their good deeds in the hopes of receiving accolades, but five Lisle residents and one business will be honored with Pillar Awards Monday by the village for acts of good character. Our Joan Broz introduces us to the recipients.
Nov 03 2012 | 9:46 am
- Bob Kendall began making deliveries for Flowers of Lisle as a teenager in 1972, hoping to earn some money for college. Instead, he went to floral school, became a designer and now owns the business that's celebrating tis 40th anniversary. "Our...
Oct 24 2012 | 6:49 am
- Lisle's John Huff has been collecting political memorabilia for more than 50 years and, as far as his collecting is concerned, he's far less interested in who wins a race than he is in who has the coolest stuff. If you're looking for presidential...
Oct 13 2012 | 8:49 am
- The Neff farmhouse on the campus of Benedictine University has begun a new chapter in its 160-year history via its transition into the $2.5 million Neff Welcome Center. It is appropriate that the rugged limestone structure with its clean, modern...
Sep 13 2012 | 9:23 am
- Visitors will connect with history in a variety of fun and hands-on opportunities at the 28th annual Lisle Depot Days. New this year is a three-course luncheon featuring favorite recipes of three Civil War generals such as bean soup, shepherd pie...
Sep 08 2012 | 8:47 am
- Troops of volunteers will descend upon the Ross Bishop VFW Post 5696 on Tuesday, Sept. 11. The Lisle VFW received a $12,000 grant from the Home Depot Foundation's Celebration of Service to build an outdoor classroom/deck to benefit its veterans. Our...
Aug 20 2012 | 10:33 am
- The rhythmic tones of a strumming ukulele will connect Hawaiians and visitors at Hawaiian Hula Days presented by the Hula Association of the Midwest. In its sixth year, the nonprofit organization promotes the Hawaiian culture, values and traditions.