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Pilot Flying J’s Haslam says he won’t resign Apr 19, 2013 12:00 AM
Cleveland Browns owner and Pilot Flying J CEO Jimmy Haslam on Friday again denied any wrongdoing and said he wasn’t stepping aside, even as federal authorities alleged that he was aware of a widespread scheme to defraud customers of the truck stop chain.
Elgin firm launches app for gluten-free needs Apr 18, 2013 12:00 AM
Kukec's eBuzz features Elgin-based DC Interactive Group, a marketing agency that launched Alex's Gluten Free Spots, a new iPhone app. It was created by the agency's owner, Charles Falls of St. Charles.
Elgin firm launches app for gluten-free needs Apr 18, 2013 12:00 AM
Kukec's eBuzz features Elgin-based DC Interactive Group, a marketing agency that launched Alex's Gluten Free Spots, a new iPhone app. It was created by the agency's owner, Charles Falls of St. Charles.
Naperville store plans run, T-shirt sale for Boston victims Apr 17, 2013 12:00 AM
Moved by the tragedy at the finish line of the Boston Marathon, runners will take to the streets Monday evening in Naperville for a 5K in solidarity with the victims of the bombings. Naperville Running Co. expects 200 participants to show togetherness in the running community a week after the 117th Boston Marathon ended with three people dead and more than 170 injured. "People area going to wear the Boston Marathon colors, which are blue and gold, or whatever race shirts they have if they haven't done Boston," owner Kris Hartner said.
Warrenville: No condemnations in proposed TIF district Apr 17, 2013 12:00 AM
Warrenville officials are trying assure property owners in a proposed tax increment financing district that the city won't force them to sell their homes and businesses. Eminent domain, said Mayor David Brummel "is not a tool that we intend to use."
Prospect H.S. teens obtain funding to launch enterprisesApr 16, 2013 12:00 AM
Four high school students from Prospect High School pitched their business ideas before a panel of five real-life investors to compete for funding at the Young Entrepreneurs Academy Investor Panel Presentation Event, a Mount Prospect Chamber of Commerce program.
Lake in the Hills business makes school lunches healthier Apr 16, 2013 12:00 AM
Jennifer Bychowsky and her husband Mike opened a Lake in the Hills franchise of Wholesome Tummies, which markets itself as a "healthy school solution," with more nutritious options for school lunches. They offer plenty of kid favorites but the recipes are enhanced with healthier ingredients, which cost more, but offer greater nutritional value for kids.
1950s-themed restaurant coming to Arlington Heights Apr 16, 2013 12:00 AM
Everything old will be new again in downtown Arlington Hts., when Circa 57, a 1950s-themed restaurant opens in the former Grand Station and People's Bank locations this summer. "The overall theme will be an interactive lifestyle experience of the 1950s," said owner Anthony Priola, explaining the restaurant will be divided into different scenes depicting life in 1957, with food and drinks to match.
Fitness experts need not apply to run these new centers Apr 15, 2013 12:00 AM
Kukec's People features Brian Cygan, founder of Lake Zurich-basedd Exercise Coach, who said he's expanding the franchise nationwide this year. So he's looking for people who are frustrated with the conventional workout or have no passion for exercise; the average middle-aged person who says they have no time; and those who don't like the group fitness scene or are intimidated by the gym. They may be his customers. But he's really looking for them to own the place, he said.
Former chemistry teacher, coach celebrates 25 years in orthodontics Apr 15, 2013 12:00 AM
Dr. Patrick F. Foley started his career as a chemistry teacher and a coach. He is now celebrating 25 years as an orthodontist in Lake Zurich.
Local veterinarian answered call to help Apr 15, 2013 12:00 AM
Letter to the editor: Karen Stramaglio gives special thanks to the Golf-Rose Animal Hospital for helping her daughter, an Air Force major serving overseas, with her dog rescue operation in Europe.
Trick to keeping magic store open for 46 years may be funApr 14, 2013 12:00 AM
There's a trick to staying in business for 46 years selling exploding cigars, hand buzzers and magic routines. Learning a new trick or two through the decades is how PJ's Trick Shop in Arlington Heights has managed not to disappear.
American Digital expands, hunts for more acquisitions Apr 12, 2013 12:00 AM
American Digital Corp., a 25-year-old technology services company, is moving its headquarters from Arlington Heights to Elk Grove Village in coming weeks so it can double its space to accommodate increased business and two major acquisitions. The company, that offers data storage and other products to large companies, just spent roughly $3 million to acquired Helixstorm, a provider of managed services in Murrieta, Calif.
Oil changes to benefit cancer research Apr 12, 2013 12:00 AM
DJ's Auto Service Center at 495 E. Estes Ave. in Schaumburg will hold its eighth annual "Oil Change for Change" benefit from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 20 in honor of Carole Origer, the late mother of owner Dan Origer. As always, 100 percent of the day's proceeds will be donated to the American Cancer Society.
Honeyberry Cafe opens in Arlington Hts. Apr 12, 2013 12:00 AM
The restaurant family that runs La Tasca in Arlington Heights and the Black Cow in Mount Prospect has opened Honeyberry Cafe, a new breakfast and lunch restaurant on Rand Road in Arlington Heights.
McDonald’s gives former and new CEOs pay bumps Apr 12, 2013 12:00 AM
McDonald's Corp. more than tripled the pay packages last year for its new CEO Don Thompson and the man he replaced, Jim Skinner.The pay increases came at a challenging time for the world's biggest hamburger chain. McDonald's is facing intensifying competition, a trend toward healthier eating and weak economic conditions in many countries where it operates.
West Dundee music theater has a buyer Apr 12, 2013 12:00 AM
After nearly two years years of sitting vacant, the foreclosed Clearwater Theater in West Dundee has secured a buyer, one who will keep it going as a venue for live music. The buyer may also acquire the neighboring M.T. Barrels Restaurant and Brewery building on 98 Main Street that's been empty for at least three years.
Plass Appliance closing 5 suburban stores Apr 12, 2013 12:00 AM
After 75 years in the appliance business, Plass Appliance is closing for good in the Chicago suburbs. An announcement on the company's website Friday indicated the company would be shutting down its five remaining stores in Addison, Elmhurst, Geneva, Naperville and Northbrook.
Elk Grove Village economy gets a boost Apr 11, 2013 12:00 AM
Good news on the economic front for Elk Grove Village: the town’s industrial vacancy rate fell to 8.6 percent in the first quarter of 2013, a marked decline from 12.3 percent in the first quarter of 2011, and 11.8 percent last year. “Village leadership is committed to maintaining a competitive and a business-friendly environment,” Elk Grove Mayor Craig Johnson said.
Two new shops may lead way for more in LombardApr 11, 2013 12:00 AM
Two new businesses that have opened in downtown Lombard this year could lead the way for more new shops in the coming weeks and months. A nail spa and an office for a pet-sitting business are the newest additions to the area, and a golf shop is likely to be next, said Michelle Iwinski, executive director of Lombard Town Centre. “A lot of these are coming our way naturally, suddenly,” Iwninski said. “The next step is to get out there and actively recruit exactly what we want.”