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New shops changing landscape of Naperville’s Jefferson Avenue
A string of storefronts on Jefferson Avenue in the heart of downtown Naperville is experiencing a transformation with the recent opening of two shops and construction of new space for a third. Apricot Lane, Pure Barre and Sephora will join the downtown shopping scene by the time the transformation is complete, which could be as soon as May, Main Place property owner Steve Rubin said.
Last Updated Mar 7, 2014 11:39 PM -
Runners rush to sign up for Naperville marathon
Updated Mar 8, 2014 7:40 PM
If Saturday registrations for the 2014 version of the Edward Hospital Naperville Marathon are any indication, the race will only continue its growth in 2015. Demand for race slots was so high it clogged registration servers for part of Saturday, the first day of the general sign-up period. Race Director Bob Hackett said the pace of registrations Saturday will most likely lead to the race selling out sometime on Sunday.
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Naperville police chief can continue to collect pension
Updated Mar 7, 2014 5:41 PM
Naperville police Chief Robert Marshall should continue to collect his police pension while also earning his chief’s salary, a DuPage County judge ruled on Friday. The written ruling issued by Judge Paul M. Fullerton upholds an earlier decision by the Naperville Police Pension Board.
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Naperville to allow ear piercing
Updated Mar 5, 2014 4:32 PM
The Naperville ordinance that prohibits body piercing and tattooing got a bit looser Tuesday night. The definition of body piercing no longer includes ear piercing, so the new Claire’s jewelry and accessories shop that opened last fall in downtown Naperville can begin piercing ears. “We believe that an exception for ear piercing in this case preserves the city’s interest in promoting safe and healthy body piercings," the chain wrote the board.
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- Garrett Ard and Lisa Dawn Foertsch rehearse for Wheaton Drama's special Broadway musical revue, "Broadway Ballot". Performances are Aug. 17-19 at Playhouse 111. Tickets and information at http://www.wheatondrama.org Steven Merkel
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"Romeo & Juliet" kicks butt at Wheaton Drama from June 28-July 7
Not your usual Shakespeare, Wheaton Drama's production of "Romeo & Juliet" brings a current New Orleans setting and exciting stage combat to the famous play. In this press shot, the Capulet/Montague feud gets personal for Tybalt (Eric Waddick)and Benvolia (Lynda Wellhausen). Show information and tickets at http://www.wheatondrama.org Steven Merkel -
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Chef Judson Todd Allen talks about healthy eating. Photo submitted by Naperville Public Library Submitted by Naperville Public Library -
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Chef Judson Todd Allen talks with fans. Submitted by Naperville Public Library -
Wayne Stayskal (right), retired Tribune Media editorial cartoonist, explains some of the finer points of his work to guests when Windsor Park, a Covenant Retirement Community at 124 Windsor Park Drive in Carol Stream, hosted a retrospective exhibit of his syndicated work. About 75 people attended the artist’s reception Aug. 20, including Stayskal’s wife Helen (center) and son Bob (left). The show is open to the public daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. until Sept. 30.
To see a video interview and catch a glimpse of the engaging personality who humorously commentated on culture for more than 30 years visit www.WindsorParkIllinois.org/downloads-news. For details, call Windsor Park at (630) 510-5500. Shirley Mott - From Don Wehrli: On Thanksgiving morning, Nov. 28, join the 76th Annual Oswald Football Game! All "younger" college boys home from college against the "older" hometown athletes for one hour of touch football. Game begins at 9 am on the field located on Martin Ave. at West Street, just west of "The Barn". Due to road closures for the Turkey Trot, it is suggested to come via Washington Street to Martin Avenue. This traditional Oswald Football game is officially refereed by (left to right in photo) Don Wehrli, his son Win Wehrli, and Bob Latkowski). They call them as they see them! We hope to see you there, either to play, or to watch! For additional info: Don Wehrli = 630-355-2242 Annette Wehrli
- Nick Stella and Jake Angona, friends since kindergarten, holding the 8A Football Championship Trophy at the after-game rally in the Naperville Central High School gym. Archer Stella M.D.
- Tim and Susan Campbell of Rolling Meadows sample slices of Lou Malnati's famous deep-dish pizza at the 5th annual Clearbrook Around the World Food Tasting presented by Meijer. Lifetime Treasures Photography
- This is a hawk I was lucky enough to spot as it caught it's prey, a squirrel. I took it at my college, Rice University in Houston, TX. The only alterations were color-correction done in Lightroom 5. Matthew Kerkstra
- This photo was taken at McDowell Grove County Forest Preserve during a snow storm. Thomas Struett
- Before a round of golf at famous Bandon Dunes Resort in Oregon, I took an early morning walk and came upon this footpath to the beach. August 26, 2013. Richard Ruebe
- Beacon Hill staff members Richard Gonzalez, director of dining services, and Sandy Rojas, reception supervisor, participated in the 2013 Naperville Walk to End Alzheimer?s on September 22. Beacon Hill senior living community in Lombard raised more than $11,000 for the cause. Beacon Hill
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- Will Lindsay (center), Republican candidate running for secretary of state, talks with Keith Wheeler of Oswego (left) and Ben Marcum of Bristol on Monday during a campaign kickoff in Sugar Grove. (Nicole Weskerna Nicole Weskerna
- In celebration of this past Sunday's service at DuPage Unitarian Universalist Church in Naperville, participant Christine Langeneckert's granddaughter Maya, visiting from Brooklyn, baked 60 cupcakes, each one frosted like the flag of a different country. The service, led by several DuPage UU Church members, explored travels--physical, virtual and spiritual--and how these journeys forever enrich our lives. Susan Birk
- Eco-warriors of the future Melissa and Cassidy Plett proudly display the Earth Flag, presented to DuPage Unitarian Universalist Church by DuPage County and SCARCE. Susan Birk
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Tyler Jensen, Lake of the Ozarks, Missouri Tim Jensen - France, Italy, Botswana, Mexico . . .The amazing array of "international" cupcakes baked for the July 14, 2013 service at DuPage Unitarian Universalist Church in Naperville by Christine Langeneckert's granddaughter Maya.
- An almost full moon on March 26th, 2013 Alexandra Gannon (Age 14)
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"Grasshopper on a Potato Vine"
I was watering my potted plants and found this little guy. Cathy Williams -
Many of the veterans shown who reside at Windsor Park, a Covenant Retirement Community in Carol Stream, will have their service photo and other memorabilia on display in the community's Centrum beginning Friday, Nov. 8. Intended to honor all veterans, the show is open to the public daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. until Nov. 15. Windsor Park is located at 124 Windsor Park Drive. Captain Richard Blackburn, first row center, holds a book of his memoirs. He received the French Legion of Honor for valor in one of the main campaigns during WW II in France. Visitors can also view a world map with pushpins designating where each veteran served. Windsor Park residents plan this display each year. Those involved in 2013 are Harman Barnard, Ray Smith, Charlie Ochs, Ralph Weldon, Bill Anderson, Stan Johnson, and Herb Clausen.
For more information, call Windsor Park at (630) 510-5500.
Those pictured (left to right) are:
First row: John Weber, Henry Nelson, Jim McLuskie, Roy Comstock, Clarence Aronson, Eunice Blackburn, Richard Blackburn, Ray Smith, Matt Leonard, Warren Larson, Eugene Young, Donald White, Robert Baptista.
Second row: Bob Muzzy, Howard Headley, Reg Gerig, Len Buck, Dick Rung, Robert Fox, Check Lewis, Clayton Barker, Howard Morey, Wallace Alcorn, Charles Ochs, Stan Yohe, Edward Ayers, Dick Gerig, Jason Johnson, Wayne Cook.
Third row: Bob Doenges, Bill Anderson, David Blomberg, Jim Carr, Bill Taetzsch, Ralph Welton, Stan Johnson, Glenn Heck, George Saunders. Jim Steere - From left, Gabe Tovar, Humana MarketPoint manager in Illinois, and Rafal Zakrzewski, Humana MarketPoint director in Illinois, speak to attendees before cutting the ribbon on Humana’s new Guidance Center in Lombard on Wednesday, May 15. The Guidance Center – located at 2050-50 Finley Road – is open to anyone in the community and provides fitness classes, seminars, social activities and assistance with health plans. Tina Smothers
- Founder of I Support Community, Marion Ruthig, and representatives from many of the charities on I Support Community that attended the event including representatives from KidsMatter, Naperville CARES, Literacy DuPage, Blessings in a Backpack, and the Max Lacewell Foundation.
- Naperville resident Jeff Stewart was surprised at 9 am, Friday, July 26, when Dunkin' Donuts officials presented him with $1,000, a Keurig brewing system, Dunkin' Donuts iced coffee K-cup packs and a month's supply of iced coffee. The surprise was part of the company's IceDD Coffee Cash & DDash promotion celebrating the introduction of Dunkin' Donuts iced coffee k-cups in 25 cities throughout the United States. Carrie Reckert
- Ella Kooi, Naperville (age 10) takes 1st at the historical first Illinois Kids Wrestling Federation Girls State Championship Brandon Kooi
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