Business Stories from October 14, 2025 (Change date)
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How many condo owners can run for the board?Oct 14, 2025 7:00 pm - There are two seats on our condo board that are up for election at the upcoming annual meeting. Is there a limit on the number of owners that can run for the board?
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Smart vintage shopping starts with your nose, and other pro tipsOct 14, 2025 5:25 pm - We asked some vintage purveyors for their best tips to help you confidently shop secondhand. Happy hunting!
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More than half of Illinois communities have enacted a local grocery taxOct 14, 2025 3:34 pm - Data from the Illinois Municipal League shows about half of Illinois municipalities have voted to keep collecting a grocery tax since Gov. JB Pritzker signed a law last year eliminating the statewide 1% grocery tax.
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Buffalo Grove village president touts residential, commercial successesOct 14, 2025 2:56 pm - Buffalo Grove village President Eric Smith painted a bright picture of development in his recent state of the village address.
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Mundelein business awarded $4,500 village grantOct 14, 2025 11:44 am - A Mundelein business that makes dietary supplements for dogs has been awarded a $4,500 municipal grant.
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St. Charles leaders tout accomplishments, share challenges at State of the City addressOct 14, 2025 11:12 am - Leaders from the city of St. Charles, as well as its schools, parks and library, gave a 90-minute presentation during a recent St. Charles Chamber of Commerce State of the City address.
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IMF upgrades US growth outlook as Trump’s tariffs cause less disruption, for nowOct 14, 2025 10:48 am - The U.S. and global economies will grow a bit more this year than previously forecast as the Trump administration's tariffs have so far proved less disruptive than expected, the International Monetary Fund said Tuesday, though the agency also said the extensive duties still pose risks.
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Working it out: Brothers start gym in basement, now have growing business in HuntleyOct 14, 2025 10:45 am - Two Huntley-area brothers, Anthony and DJ Yatos, began lifting weights in their basement about a decade ago. Years on from those humble beginnings, the brothers recently have expanded their Warhouse Barbell workout center in Huntley, and they’re planning to grow their space yet again.
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‘Every detail matters’: The joy of sharing a meal is key for owners of Gia Mia, Livia, moto imōtoOct 14, 2025 10:18 am - “Whether it’s a rustic Italian trattoria, a sleek Pan-Asian lounge or a vibrant wood-fired kitchen, we create places that feel familiar yet exciting — places people want to return to,” said chef Mike Bomberger of BG Hospitality Group’s restaurants, which include Gia Mia, moto imōto, Livia Italian Eatery and more.
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‘As is’ home purchase reveals plumbing problems after the factOct 14, 2025 6:15 am - On the day of our home inspection, there was no hot water, because the bank refused to turn on the gas service. Because of this, the home inspector did not discover that the upstairs bathrooms were piped with hot water only.
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