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If you like Pinot Grigio, try this refreshing and affordable Austrian standout

By Mary Ross
May 07, 2025 5:34 am - Pinot Grigio burst into the U.S. in 1979 as a light, dry and lemony alternative to the overbearing Chardonnays of the day. Today, Pinot Grigio is second only to Chardonnay in U.S. white wine sales. But success has its costs. Overplanting in Italy and international copycats have replaced Pinot Grigio’s vivacity with dull, often sweetish wines. For a refreshing alternative, try Gruner Veltliner.
He made his Greek mom a TikTok star. When she died, he kept cooking.

By Kristen Hartke
May 07, 2025 5:15 am - Stand-up comedian Gus Constantellis found comic inspiration growing up as a first-generation American, creating a Greek Mom character for TikTok videos such as “If Greek Mom Was A Disney Princess.” His videos really took off when he included his real-life muse, mom Julia. After her death, he’s compiling a cookbook with the recipes that fed generations of his family.
The secret to a refreshing cocktail or mocktail might be growing in the garden

By Jessica Damiano
May 07, 2025 12:59 am - If you enjoy a tasty, refreshing summer cocktail or mocktail, why not grow your own? No, you’re not likely to grow the spirits. But you can grow other ingredients that make those spirits delicious.
Best practices to keep those blooms blue

By Tim Johnson
May 07, 2025 12:35 am - Have you noticed your blue hydrangeas are turning pink? The flowers turn pink in more alkaline soils.
Contractors who blindly remove asbestos

By Barry Stone
May 07, 2025 12:25 am - Asbestos removal is serious business and some contractors are not qualified to identify and properly dispose of it. If you’re concerned about asbestos in your home, it’s best to work with a qualified environmental specialist.
Wheaton church celebrates pipe organ’s 95th anniversary with special concert

Submitted by Janet Mathis
May 06, 2025 10:20 pm - On May 31, Gary United Methodist Church will host a 95th anniversary event for its Austin pipe organ with talks on the instrument's history and performances by several organists.
Wheaton church kicks off ‘Dreams’ sermon series

Submitted by Janet Mathis
May 06, 2025 10:02 pm - Gary United Methodist Church in Wheaton starts new sermon series in May exploring the Book of Acts, how God uses all people, and discerning personal callings to share the Gospel.
8 new varieties of rose plants to choose from as a Mother’s Day gift

By JESSICA DAMIANO
May 06, 2025 12:33 pm - Mother’s Day is coming. Instead of gifting your mom a bouquet of roses this year, why not give her a plant that will provide blossoms -- and joy -- for years to come? Here are eight new varieties to try.
Home & garden calendar, May 11-17

May 06, 2025 12:00 pm - Monarch butterflies, dahlias and plant sales.
Inside the Met Gala: Under a petal-filled sky, guests honor Black style, hail a ‘monumental night’

By JOCELYN NOVECK
May 06, 2025 7:40 am - “Well, it took a minute,” said Spike Lee, surveying the glittering Met Gala crowd during cocktail hour through bright orange glasses that matched his New York Knicks cap. “But we’re here now, that’s the most important thing.”

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