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‘I’m an antique’: Century Club honors four 100+ year olds at Elgin senior home

By Rick West
Aug 13, 2025 10:14 am - Residents who are more than 100 years old were celebrated during a party on Sunday at The Vines Senior Home in Elgin. The oldest of the four? Janet Robinson, who is 107.
Fresh, fast and flavor-packed: A Tex-Mex trio to save the day

By Biz Velatini
Aug 13, 2025 6:32 am - If you’re looking to shake up your dinner routine without spending hours in the kitchen, this Tex-Mex inspired lineup is here to save the day (and your taste buds).
Bacon gives sweet corn a Southern sensibility

By Don Mauer
Aug 13, 2025 6:00 am - Thoughts of Illinois sweet corn inspired Don Mauer to put his own spin on this side dish from Millie Peartree using ingredients he already had on hand.
Watermelon coconut ice is a no-cook, no-added-sugar treat

By Ellie Krieger
Aug 13, 2025 4:37 am - Blending frozen watermelon with ginger, lime juice and coconut water results in a refreshing no-cook, no-added-sugar dessert. Topped with a dollop of rich coconut cream, it’s an ideal treat on a hot summer day.
A Parmesan crust gives this tomato grilled cheese a flavor boost

By Aaron Hutcherson
Aug 13, 2025 4:16 am - Parmesan adds a salty, savory crust to this grilled cheese with tomato. The sandwich is sort of a mashup of grilled cheese and Southern tomato sandwiches. It’s great on its own, or you can serve it with pickles, chips or a simple salad.
From drive-in to fly-in: A canopy’s quirky tale

By Dave Heun
Aug 13, 2025 4:00 am - The canopy that once sheltered Rex's Driv-In restaurant in St. Charles has played an important role in the history of the Fox Valley Aero Club.
Lombard’s Faith UMC to host free concert and picnic

Submitted by Carolyn Smith
Aug 12, 2025 11:47 pm - On Sept. 6, the front lawn of Faith United Methodist Church in Lombard will host a musical performance by Pastor Dave Price and The Trustees Band, along with a free picnic lunch.
Wheaton’s Gary UMC hosts outdoor worship and picnic

Submitted by Janet Mathis
Aug 12, 2025 8:26 pm - On Aug. 17, Gary United Methodist Church in Wheaton will hold "Worship in the Park." Bring picnics, chairs or blankets to the outdoor 10 a.m. service in Memorial Park.
First Congregational Church of Naperville names new settled pastor

By Laura Kemner, First Congregational Church of Naperville
Aug 12, 2025 6:31 pm - The First Congregational Church of Naperville, United Church of Christ, welcomes Kari Joy Nicewander as their new settled pastor.
Overwhelmed by chores? Try ‘batching’

By Jolie Kerr
Aug 12, 2025 5:42 pm - If you find yourself forever multitasking but never really accomplishing anything, batching may be the solution your stressed-out mind needs.

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