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Maureen Riedy is stepping down after 22 years as president of Visit Lake County and will be succeeded by John Maguire.

Riedy to retire after 22 years guiding Visit Lake County tourism initiatives

After 22 years guiding efforts to make Lake County a well known place to see and experience, Maureen Riedy is retiring as president of Visit Lake County.

Officials in Elgin are waiting to see if Illinois lawmakers approve any regulations on electric bikes, scooters and other personal e-transportation devices during the spring session.

Why Elgin is giving state a chance to pass legislation before addressing e-bike, scooter laws

Elgin officials said they’ll wait until the state’s spring legislation session is over to see if any proposed regulations regarding e-bikes and other micromobility devices pass before suggesting an ordinance of its own.

Road closure planned in Arlington Heights, Mount Prospect

Sewer improvement construction on the south sides of Arlington Heights and Mount Prospect is expected to cause lane closures along Algonquin Road beginning Wednesday, April 15.

Illinois head coach Brad Underwood talks to the media during a news conference for the Elite Eight of the NCAA college basketball tournament, Friday, March 27, 2026, in Austin, Texas. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)

Brad Underwood waited 26 years for a Division I job. Now in Year 39, he has Illinois in Final Four

Illinois’ Brad Underwood coached for 26 years before landing his first Division I head coaching job.

Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille locations are offering the individual Easter ham meal ($49) Sunday featuring Perry’s sliced double-smoked, triple-glazed ham served with whipped potatoes and green bean almondine.

Dining out: Still time to make Easter reservations, new spring specials and more

Easter is Sunday, but there’s still time to find reservations for brunch or dinner. Also, STK and Kona Grill have new spring specials, Burl in Evanston is hosting a dinner focused on sustainability, and there are a couple of new eateries in the north suburbs.

A proposed three-story development would bring new life to the northeast corner of Batavia and Warrenville Roads in the city of Warrenville.

Warrenville attracts developer for ‘catalyst’ project in city’s Old Town

The city of Warrenville’s efforts to spark redevelopment on a former gas station property are bearing fruit. West suburban developer Denver Capital has proposed a mix of residential and commercial space at the northeast corner of Batavia and Warrenville roads.

The Starch Madness loaded fries at Old Town Pour House are topped with pimento cheese gravy, smoked brisket, cheese curds, Fresno chilies, pickled red onion and green onions.

Where to watch the Final Four in the suburbs

The Final Four of the men’s and women’s NCAA tournaments is almost here. With the Fighting Illini men’s team in the Final Four for the first time since 2005, Saturday’s game is huge. When it comes to watching the games, you need the perfect atmosphere: big screens, cold drinks and the electric energy of fellow fans cheering ILL.

Things to do April 3-9: Easter events, Shane Gillis, Howie Mandel and more

Make plans for Easter events throughout the suburbs, Shane Gillis at the United Center, Howie Mandel at the Genesee Theatre and more.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                       
 

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