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Magnificent animals in Arlington Hts. May 17, 2013 12:00 AM
The Budweiser Clydesdale horses were in Arlington Heights on Friday, performing for the employees at City Beverage, which is a wholesale distributor of Anheuser Busch beverages.
Milwaukee backs off tossed bra ban for historic bar May 17, 2013 12:00 AM
A historic Milwaukee bowling alley and bar almost went without the appropriate support after a city inspector decided dozens of bras hanging from its ceiling were a fire hazard.
New eatery on tap for Des Plaines' Metropolitan Square May 16, 2013 12:00 AM
Tap House Grill is looking to take over the former Cheeseburger in Paradise site in Des Plaines' Metropolitan Square. The eatery already operates eight restaurants in the Chicago area. The proposal received a green light from the city's Economic Development Commission earlier this week and plans for the downtown location will be reviewed by the city council at its first meeting in June.
Batavia mulling offers to buy, redevelop downtown building May 15, 2013 12:00 AM
The City of Batavia has received two proposals to take the Thomle Building off its hands. One would put in a martini bar; the other would combine it with the building next door, for shops and apartments.
Star Cinema Grill opens next month in Arlington Hts. May 15, 2013 12:00 AM
Construction crews are working around the clock to get Star Cinema Grill, a new dine-in movie theater in downtown Arlington Heights, ready to open next month.The theater at 53 S. Evergreen is scheduled to open between June 7 and June 14, missing the big Memorial Day weekend, but ready for the rest of the summer movie season.
Animal shelter and adoption facility coming to Palatine May 14, 2013 12:00 AM
Despite concerns from a few neighboring businesses over noise and odors, an animal shelter and adoption facility has received unanimous approval to open in Palatine. Barb's Precious Rescue and Adoption Center will house up to 50 cats and six dogs in an old farm house at 313 N. Quentin Road. "I think I can offer the village of Palatine a solution for animal control in a very professional manner," said owner Barbara Weber.
Palatine denies liquor license due to landlord’s conviction May 14, 2013 12:00 AM
Palatine officials have denied a license to a proposed liquor store, saying its location's owner — previously convicted of selling stolen alcohol — is trying to skirt village ordinance by gifting the property to his wife. Although Muhammad Amjad officially would be only the landlord to Quick Liquor, 2387 N. Hicks Road, the council Monday unanimously voted against issuing the liquor license to the proposed tenant, in part because the Oak Brook man would financially benefit.
Mundelein weighing go-kart plan, but some trustees have concerns May 14, 2013 12:00 AM
A proposal for an outdoor go-kart track in Mundelein is moving forward despite reservations from several village board members. Safety was a big concern for trustees reviewing the plan Monday. So was noise from the gas-powered vehicles, 10 of which would be allowed to race simultaneously.
Skypoint Medical Center grows in SchaumburgMay 13, 2013 12:00 AM
We talk with Dr. Sameer M. Naseeruddin, owner of Skypoint Medical Center in Schaumburg, about his practice where his primary focus is vein care and internal medicine. Every Monday we feature a local small business.
Senior entrepreneurs bring patience, experience to startups May 13, 2013 12:00 AM
Starting a business isn't just for the younger crowd. Thanks in part to lingering unemployment and to Baby Boomers needing to pad retirement accounts, 25 percent of those 65 and older are self-employed. Fifteen percent in the 50-64 age bracket are self-employed, too.
Life not the same for Hoffman mother as GiGi's Playhouse expands May 13, 2013 12:00 AM
Kukec's People featuresNancy Gianni, who started Hoffman Estates-based Gigi's Playhouse, a facility for children with Down Syndrome. Her daughter, now 10, was the inspiration for what now has turned into a national chain of playhouses that help both children and adults with Down's.
BlackFinn buyer has Naperville mayor’s endorsement May 13, 2013 12:00 AM
Is a BlackFinn by any other name still a BlackFinn? Several Naperville officials don’t think so.Everyone from the mayor to police chief to the head of the chamber of commerce says local businessman Jim Bergeron’s pending purchase and takeover of the downtown BlackFinn American Saloon can only benefit both the city and the business.
McDonald's cuts Angus burgers from menu May 9, 2013 12:00 AM
McDonald's is cutting the Angus burger from its menu.The Oak Brook-based company had said earlier this year that it was evaluating whether to continue selling the Angus Third Pounders, which were introduced in 2009 and are among the chain's priciest items. The company also said at the time that it was it was cutting Chicken Selects and Fruit & Walnut Salad.
Hanover Park bank, SCORE to hold free breakfast seminars May 8, 2013 12:00 AM
Hanover Park Community Bank, along with the Small Business Administration nonprofit association SCORE, will host two free breakfast seminars on May 15 and June 26.
Bogusz: Des Plaines open for business May 7, 2013 12:00 AM
New Des Plaines Mayor Matt Bogusz kicked off his first day on the job by visiting local businesses Tuesday morning, before heading to Springfield to meet with the city's lobbyists and lawmakers to talk about proposed gambling expansion legislation. "It's a top priority," he said, adding that he has been working behind the scenes to keep abreast of any new developments in proposed gambling expansion legislation.
Biggby Coffee, Campbell Street Dogs now one restaurantMay 7, 2013 12:00 AM
Two closed restaurants in Arlington Hts. have combined to form one new restaurant, which opened Tuesday, May 7. The Daily Grind Grille, 5 W. Campbell St., is the brainchild born of Biggby Coffee and Campbell Street Hot Dogs.
Tony's Finer Foods opening Wednesday in Hanover Park May 6, 2013 12:00 AM
Tony's Finer Foods, which emphasizes its selection of international products, will open Wednesday in Hanover Park, a village that is proud of its diversity. "The closest stores to here are in Melrose Park and Niles, so we felt that coming out west could work," said Tony Ingraffia, a co-owner. "There's a great variety of people here."
Sports offer small business marketing opportunities May 6, 2013 12:00 AM
Want to reach homeowners? Looking for young families with kids and solid incomes? The Chicago Red Stars have them. So do the Chicago Wolves and Schaumburg Boomers. Small Business columnist Jim Kendall explores the marketing topic.
Half Price Books now open for business in Algonquin May 6, 2013 12:00 AM
A new bookstore now is open in the former Borders Books location along the Randall Road corridor in the Algonquin Commons Shopping Center. Half Price Books opened last month inside half of the vacant Borders Books location, the first store of its kind in the Fox Valley area.
Buffalo Grove’s Candy Bouquet offers alternative to flowers May 6, 2013 12:00 AM
Candy Bouquet in Buffalo Grove offers an alternative to flowers. The owner talks about the purpose of the business, which is to create floral like arrangements with hard candy and chocolate.