Small Business
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‘It’s time to grow’: Black Lung Brewing coming home to Grayslake with new taproomAug 21, 2025 11:14 am - A Grayslake resident whose craft beer brewing hobby became a passion and grew to a business with two locations is coming home with a larger, upgraded taproom.
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The story behind Geneva’s new ‘upscale dive bar’ Bad AliceAug 19, 2025 2:31 pm - “We wanted something affordable and friendly,” manager Chris Claboltz said of the inspiration for Geneva’s new “upscale dive bar,” Bad Alice.
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Body art studio coming to Des PlainesAug 19, 2025 2:17 pm - A body art studio offering tattoos and piercings is coming to Des Plaines.
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Illinois beekeepers battle losses, costs to keep hives buzzing
Aug 19, 2025 10:36 am - Beekeepers face steep startup costs and significant bee colony losses — often exceeding 50% annually. Illinois has more than 5,400 registered beekeepers, with nearly nine in 10 managing 10 hives or fewer.
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‘Bigger and more beautiful’: Wheaton coffee house owner opens The Kilns downtownAug 17, 2025 9:00 pm - The owner of a bustling coffee shop in downtown Wheaton has unveiled The Kilns, a new co-working and social house named after the home of “The Chronicles of Narnia” author C.S. Lewis.
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Cybersecurity expert turned restaurateur brings Culture Shock to dinersAug 17, 2025 8:42 am - Culture Shock, a restaurant featuring a variety of cuisines, is planning to open in Glen Ellyn in October.
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The Biz Week That Was: Town hall on maternity ward closing, new local grocery tax, and more luxury apartments are among the highlightsAug 16, 2025 11:00 am - Town hall to address proposed closure of Elk Grove hospital’s maternity ward Elk Grove Village officials have scheduled a town hall for Ascension Illinois executives...
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Politicians must prioritize saving public transitAug 16, 2025 10:45 am - Access. That one word summarizes why public transportation is so crucial to small businesses across the region.
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Huntley announces vendors for new Shops on MainAug 15, 2025 5:59 pm - Huntley announces opening of Shops on Main, a seasonal retail business incubator program launching in November with 10 vendors selling apparel, food, gifts, and more in customized downtown spaces.
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514 Market Loop opens its doors for Snap & Sip MixerAug 14, 2025 3:04 pm - 514 Market Loop, a West Dundee coworking space, is hosting a Snap & Sip open house on Aug. 28, offering free photo headshots, local vendors, tours, and more to support local businesses.