Lifestyle Stories from March 31, 2026 (Change date)
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Why you should plant perennial veggies — even this medieval oneMar 31, 2026 10:15 pm - The all-annual garden is a modern invention. Historically, gardens across cultures were loaded with perennials — plants that come back year after year. Why not try a few of these.
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7 tasks for your April home-maintenance checklistMar 31, 2026 10:01 pm - It’s spring at last — the perfect time to get outdoors, and get busy! Taking some time to complete these maintenance tasks now can help make the coming warmer months more enjoyable.
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Soil is the foundation of your garden. Keep it healthy!Mar 31, 2026 9:18 pm - Soil organisms keep harmful organisms in check, break down organic matter into natural fertilizer, distribute oxygen and aerate the soil to optimize water drainage. Keeping it healthy is paramount to your garden’s success.
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Asbestos ceiling was not disclosedMar 31, 2026 8:40 pm - Q: The house we’re buying was built in 1974. Our home inspector did a thorough job, but he missed one thing. He never mentioned possible asbestos in the textured ceilings. Shouldn’t he have said something about this?
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Gravel gardens can cut wildfire and heat risks. It’s being used outside fire zones tooMar 31, 2026 8:15 pm - Using gravel and other aggregate 4 inches deep in beds and borders also helps prevent weeds from taking root, improves drainage and reduces runoff.
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Brookfield Zoo debuts litter of 10 African painted dog puppiesMar 31, 2026 6:07 pm - A litter of 10 African painted dog pups are now calling Brookfield Zoo home. The litter is made up of five female and five male painted dogs. They were born on Nov. 25 to first-time mom Roanne, who was also born at the West suburban zoo six years ago.
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Meet Chicago Northwest visitors bureau releases ‘Inspiration Guide’ for 8 Northwest suburbsMar 31, 2026 5:02 pm - Meet Chicago Northwest (MCNW), the official convention and visitors bureau for the Northwest suburbs, has released its latest Chicago Northwest Inspiration Guide, an updated resource designed to inspire exploration across the region’s vibrant communities.
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‘We will face our fears’: Jewish families prepare to celebrate Passover during challenging timesMar 31, 2026 4:55 pm - Amid steep challenges both in the U.S. and abroad, Jewish families will gather around their Seder tables Wednesday evening to celebrate the first night of Passover and the perseverance of their people.
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Home & garden calendar, March 31 to April 11Mar 31, 2026 2:29 pm - Upcoming gardening club meetings and events in the Chicago suburbs, covering topics like new varieties of daylilies, spring wildflowers, soil composition, and more.
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Northwestern Medicine steps up support for community health clinic as insurance costs soarMar 31, 2026 11:57 am - A Crystal Lake-based nonprofit medical clinic is seeing a surge of clients as health insurance costs skyrocket, leaving many to go without coverage altogether.
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