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Lloyd Goebbert and his son, Jacob Goebbert, run Goebbert’s Farm on Reinking Road in Pingree Grove. Pumpkin growing is a big part of their business.

The great pumpkin state: When it comes to pumpkins, Illinois is No. 1

If you like pumpkin pie, thank Illinois. We're the top producer in the nation. And despite a drought, the state's 2023 crop is expected to weigh at least 650 million pounds.
Harvey’s Tales Books and Other Diversions, at 216 James St., Geneva, will celebrate its fifth anniversary on Saturday.

Geneva's Harvey's Tales book shop celebrates 5 years in business

Harvey's Tales Books and Other Diversions in downtown Geneva will celebrate its fifth anniversary with activities and prizes from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday.
The South Barrington Park District board on Wednesday canceled its planned sale of 34 acres at Bartlett Road and Route 59 to a religious group.
'Bullying' critics led South Barrington park board to cancel land deal, officials say
After weeks of public pressure, the South Barrington Park District board has decided not to sell 34 acres of undeveloped land to a religious group.
Paul Valade/pvalade@dailyherald.comIndian Lakes Hotel in Bloomingdale closed ts doors in 2021 after a fatal shooting hastened the demise of what was once one of the largest tourist magnets in DuPage County. Maverick Hotels, the new owner, has begun work on renovations of the hotel.
BizWeek: Indian Lake Resort shows signs of new life; Could Pheasant Run be razed soon?
The Week in Business: A Bloomingdale hotel and golf course is on its way back, but Pheasant Run's days could be nearing an end.
The Signature Room, whose views of downtown Chicago from atop the building formerly known as the John Hancock Center attracted diners for 30 years, abruptly announced its closure Thursday.
Chicago's iconic Signature Room abruptly announces closure Thursday
The Signature Room, whose views of downtown Chicago from atop the building formerly known as the John Hancock Center attracted diners for 30 years, abruptly announced its closure Thursday.
Daily Herald File Photo A Chick-fil-A restaurant like this one in Bloomingdale has been proposed for the corner of Route 64 and 38th Avenue in St. Charles. The new eatery would replace a shuttered Chili’s restaurant, which would be torn down.
Chick-fil-A planned at former Chili's location in St. Charles
The vacant former Chili's restaurant on Route 64 may be demolished to make way for a Chick-fil-A, under plans proposed before the St. Charles City Council.
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Demolition crews on Thursday tore down the dilapidated Frankly Yours hot dog stand at 1580 E. Algonquin Road in Schaumburg. The demolition has been a long time coming for Schaumburg officials who hope to create a more aesthetically pleasing entryway to the village at that location.

Schaumburg eyesore finally removed, as dilapidated hot dog stand demolished

It was a sight for sore eyes Thursday morning in Schaumburg, as a longtime eyesore marring a key entrance to the community finally vanished from view.
Ruby Arun

STEM diversity webinar for girls hosted by Fremd student's group set for Tuesday

Mission:MathMinds, founded by Fremd High School student Ruby Arun of Inverness, will host a Demanding Diversity: Redefining Success webinar from 6 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, designed for girls eager to embrace STEM's diversity.
Ross Vehing of Crystal Lake, right, talks with former Bears quarterback Jim McMahon, as he signs an autograph for him Saturday during the grand opening of the Vertical Dispensary in Cary.
Ex-Bears QB McMahon helps Cary marijuana shop celebrate grand opening
Former Chicago Bears quarterback Jim McMahon was the big draw Saturday as he met with fans during the grand opening of the Vertical Dispensary in Cary. It's the first recreational marijuana shop in Cary.
Workers string wires for the electric harness inside a pinball machine at Stern Pinball in Elk Grove Village.
Fostering growth and shaping the future in Elk Grove Village
Last year Elk Grove Village permitted just over $321 million in new private sector reinvestment, and business development in the community has continued to grow, with over $327 million in private sector development so far in 2023.
The South Barrington Park District board on Wednesday scrapped plans to sell land to a religious group.
Religious group 'considering all of its options' after land deal in South Barrington called off
The religious group that wanted to buy land in South Barrington for a church and school but saw that plan dashed after public protests hasn't decided if it still will try to acquire the park district-owned property.
A new business resiliency grant program being introduced in Libertyville will award up to $5,000 to match the cost of improvements to encourage growth, expansion and sustainability.
Libertyville looks to strengthen business through grant program
Libertyville recently approved a program to strengthen existing businesses and encourage facade or site improvements.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                       
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