Des Plaines
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Bassoon teacher transforms students’ lives one note at a timeMay 21, 2025 4:52 pm - Bassoon teacher Andrew Marlin forges deep connections with students in high school districts 211 and 214, helping them grow into confident, accomplished musicians and individuals.
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Mount Prospect looking at possible improvements for pedestrians, diners on Prospect AvenueMay 21, 2025 2:20 pm - Mount Prospect village board members this week approved a $114,000 contract with Civiltech Engineering of Itasca to look at ways to improve the experience for pedestrians, bicyclists and diners on Prospect Avenue between Main Street and Elmhurst Avenue.
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Des Plaines earns spot on national ‘Best Places to Live’ listMay 21, 2025 12:51 pm - Des Plaines has earned national recognition, ranking among the Top 250 Best Places to Live in the U.S. and landing at Number 10 in Illinois, according to the newest list from U.S. News & World Report. Backed by strong marks in resident income and housing affordability, the distinction positions Des Plaines as one of Illinois’ most livable and forward-moving communities.
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Plan your next adventure with the 2025 guide to Summer FunMay 21, 2025 12:06 pm - The Daily Herald's 64-page Summer Fun guide offers ideas for local outings like concerts, festivals, exhibits, and getaways this season across the Chicago area and Illinois.
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Now that’s a tasty burger: 10 places where you can chow down on National Burger DayMay 21, 2025 11:43 am - Wednesday, May 28, is National Burger Day, and we’ve got 10 places around the suburbs where you can order a delectable burger.
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Best Bets: Mini golf, music return to Morton Arboretum for the summerMay 21, 2025 11:10 am - Wonder Woods Mini Golf and Arbor Evenings return to the Morton Arboretum, baseball and fireworks resume at Schaumburg’s Wintrust Field and butterflies abound at the Chicago Botanic Garden.
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Rosemont kicks off 18-show summer concert series SundayMay 21, 2025 10:18 am - Rosemont’s annual free summer concert series Rockin’ in the Park — featuring 18 bands plus fireworks — begins this weekend at Parkway Bank Park.
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Photo Gallery: Fremd, Saint Viator, Glenbard North and Schaumburg graduation ceremoniesMay 20, 2025 8:52 pm -
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Home & garden calendar, May 25-31May 20, 2025 8:04 pm - Plant sales, garden walks and more.
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By the numbers: Chicago suburbs listed among 250 elite towns by U.S. News & World ReportMay 20, 2025 7:54 pm - Several Chicago suburbs earned their place among U.S. News & World Report’s list of the 250 Best Places to Live in the U.S. in 2025-26.