Lifestyle Stories from March 12, 2026 (Change date)
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Learn how pre-Civil War quilts served as secret maps to freedomMar 12, 2026 11:28 pm - The Unitarian Universalist Society of Geneva will host Connie Martin's presentation “Pre-Civil War Quilts: Secret Codes to Freedom on the Underground Railroad” on Saturday, March 21
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Thousands more Illinoisans with disabilities now have access to savings accountsMar 12, 2026 3:51 pm - The age of eligibility for ABLE accounts was expanded in January 2026, meaning people who acquired their disabilities before they turned 46 can now open accounts. These accounts allow people with disabilities to save and invest money without risking their federal benefits.
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Reset your morning rhythm with homemade grab-and-go treatsMar 12, 2026 1:49 pm - This month’s recipes lean into a cozy-meets-convenient energy with treats you can bake once and enjoy all week long. Think easy grab-and-go options that feel a little indulgent: dark chocolate banana muffins, tart cherry pecan scones and a crunchy trail mix granola.
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Take a ride to check out these Bicycle Friendly CommunitiesMar 12, 2026 12:04 pm - The League of American Bicyclists recognized eight Chicago metro areas as Bicycle Friendly Communities, with Aurora, Batavia, Elmhurst and Niles achieving bronze status while Evanston maintained its silver ranking, the highest in the region.
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Celebrity chef René Redzepi resigns from iconic Danish restaurant Noma after abuse allegationsMar 12, 2026 11:39 am - René Redzepi, founder and celebrity chef at the iconic Danish restaurant Noma that won three Michelin stars and other international accolades for its innovative “New Nordic” cuisine, has stepped down from his post following allegations of abuse and assault at the Copenhagen landmark.
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McDonald’s new Big Arch burger puts the Big Mac on noticeMar 12, 2026 9:27 am - The Big Arch is a burger for its times, which is not to say it’s THE burger for its times. This burger is here to deliver a message, and it’s not subtle: Meat and cheese are back, baby, and McDonald’s is not afraid to serve up two steaming quarter-pound patties encased in three gooey layers of white cheddar.
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How Helen Gale’s legacy lives on in St. Charles Library’s children’s programsMar 12, 2026 8:36 am - Helen Wiltsie Gale spent 30 years sharing her love of books with thousands of St. Charles children as the library's head of children's services. The library honored her memory by creating the Helen Gale Story Room in 1995, which continues to host youth programs today.
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Google overhauls its Maps app, adding in more AI features to help people get aroundMar 12, 2026 8:32 am - Google Maps will depend more heavily on artificial intelligence to help people figure out where they want to go and the best way to get there as part of a major redesign ...
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