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Cullerton seeks incentives to keep OfficeMax in state Jun 19, 2013 12:00 AM
Illinois lawmakers will consider offering economic incentives to OfficeMax to keep the company’s headquarters in Naperville once the office supply company mergers with Office Depot later this summer.
Naper Nights concerts salute 'History of Rock' Jun 19, 2013 12:00 AM
The Naper Settlement is turning back time with its second annual Naper Nights Community Concert Series, launching this weekend to take listeners through the “History of Rock.” Beatles tribute band American English and Eagles tribute band Heartache Tonight will headline shows Friday and Saturday nights, respectively, as the settlement begins its celebration of summer and sound.
Father sentenced for binding kids outside Walmart Jun 19, 2013 12:00 AM
A Northlake man was sentenced Wednesday to 30 months in prison for binding and blindfolding two of his children a year ago in a Walmart parking lot in eastern Kansas.
Naperville increases funding to prevent sewer backups Jun 19, 2013 12:00 AM
In response to the April 18 flooding, Naperville has allocated additional funds to reimburse residents for work aimed at preventing sewer backups, but some say the problem of overflowing sewers needs a broader solution. “The key is this is an avoidable problem, but the city has to solve it. The homeowners can't solve it,” resident Dale Bryson said. “Until you get more capacity, we're going to continue to have more backups.”
District 203 studying drug testing for some students Jun 19, 2013 12:00 AM
Naperville Unit District 203 is edging toward possible random drug testing for students who participate in extracurricular activities, but in a manner one board member described as “slow and thoughtful.” Administrators say they will spend the summer studying drug and alcohol policies in other districts in response to a coach's suggestion after some high school students were punished for drug use.
Old Time Pottery Schedules Grand Opening for West Chicago StoreJun 19, 2013 12:00 AM
Old Time Pottery Schedules Grand Opening for West Chicago Store
ComEd Offers Customers Once-in-a-Lifetime Experiences in “Coolest Summer Ever” PromotionJun 19, 2013 12:00 AM
ComEd customers can feed a giraffe, throw out the first pitch and win more prizes and experiences through social media promotion offering unique prizes at iconic northern Illinois destinations.
Sikich to expand into Wisconsin Jun 18, 2013 12:00 AM
Sikich LLP said it will merge with Brookfield, Wis.-based public accounting and consulting firm Kolb+Co.
Best bets: Rock on at Naper Nights this weekend Jun 18, 2013 12:00 AM
Naper Nights return this weekend at Naper Settlement with rock tribute bands American English (playing music of the Beatles on Friday) and Heartache Tonight (playing music of The Eagles on Saturday) in Naperville. Fans of comic books, cartoons and graphic novels won't want to miss Mighty Con at Pheasant Run in St. Charles. Plus, the Filipino Kingz of Comedy takes the stage at The Improv Comedy Showcase in Schaumburg.
Naperville offering $7.5 million to Freedom Plaza developerJun 18, 2013 12:00 AM
Naperville city councilmen on Tuesday indicated they are willing to provide $7.5 million worth of incentives to the developer of a long-sought hotel and conference center planned for Freedom Plaza on the city's north side.
DuPage forest district abandons pursuit of Country Lakes Jun 18, 2013 12:00 AM
DuPage County Forest Preserve officials ended a nearly 15-year legal battle Tuesday when they walked away from a property they still very much want to own. Commissioners voted unanimously to abandon efforts to forcibly acquire the 204-acre Country Lakes Country Club in northwest Naperville.
District 203 expanding all-day kindergarten program Jun 18, 2013 12:00 AM
Kindergarten will last longer next fall for more than 500 students in Naperville Unit District 203. Board members voted unanimously Monday to approve a 2013-14 budget that, among other things, provides funding to switch to all-day kindergarten at seven of the district's 14 elementary schools.
CAUSE-A-PALOOZA EVENT CELEBRATES I SUPPORT COMMUNITY’S GROWTH ON JULY 11Jun 18, 2013 12:00 AM
From an idea to a thriving nonprofit, Marion Ruthig reflects on I Support Community’s success one year later.
Fox Valley Rep hosts "All About The Girls" Breast Cancer Fundraiser: an afternoon of food, theater, and celebrating girl strength!Jun 18, 2013 12:00 AM
Fox Valley Rep and Susan G. Komen have partnered up and is presenting an afternoon of food, shopping, and a theater performance at Pheasant Run Resort to support breast cancer survivors, Susan G. Komen, and Fox Valley Repertory.
neXt Gallery Celebrates Ēkwabet’s 25th Birthday – Presents Native AmericanStorytellingJun 18, 2013 12:00 AM
The St Charles Arts Council in partnership with the St. Charles Public Library is presenting storytelling for the whole family at the neXt Gallery Celebrates Ēkwabet’s 25th Birthday on Sunday, June 23rd from 2 to 2:30 p.m. The gallery is located at 228 W. Main St. in St. Charles.
COD Participates in 2013 Rockin’ for the Troops Concert July 20Jun 18, 2013 12:00 AM
College of DuPage is a sponsor for this year’s Rockin’ for the Troops event at Cantigny Park in Wheaton on Saturday, July 20.
College of DuPage Offers New Weather Hazards and Preparedness CertificateJun 18, 2013 12:00 AM
College of DuPage is offering a new Weather Hazards and Preparedness certificate program this fall that maximizes meteorological skills for people who work in public safety, emergency and risk management, and school/business administration.
Waterleaf Restaurant Hosts Chateau Montelena Wine Dinner July 10Jun 18, 2013 12:00 AM
Following a 6:30 p.m. champagne reception, guests will enjoy an exclusive four-course prix fixe dinner at 7 p.m. complete with Chateau Montelena (Napa Valley) wine pairings.
K. Hovnanian Homes Breaks Ground on New Lisle Subdivision Arbor Trails Jun 18, 2013 12:00 AM
K. Hovnanian Homes broke ground on Arbor Trails, a new 162 home subdivision in Lisle, located along Maple Avenue just west of Benedictine University and east of Green Trails Shopping Center. The company closed on the property in March of this year and selected Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage as the exclusive brokerage to represent the development. The Grand Opening event, held the first weekend in April for the public, was a success, with the first phase selling out and an additional 300 names added to the waiting list. This indicates a fierce comeback for new construction.
Assisting Hands’® Richard Ueberfluss to address Continuing Education Program at Hinsdale’s Eve Assisted Living Jun 18, 2013 12:00 AM
Richard Ueberfluss, from Hinsdale-based Assisting Hands® Home Care on June 25, 2013 will be conducting a continuing education program for nurses, occupational therapists, physical therapists, discharge planners, licensed nursing home administrators and social workers at Eve Assisted Living, 10 North Washington Street, Hinsdale, Illinois. The program runs from 5:00 PM -7:00 PM.