Lifestyle
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St. John’s School to host Feb. 8 open house for prospective familiesFeb 03, 2025 9:05 pm - Local Elgin school hosting special Valentine's Day open house event - find out what fun activities they have planned for kids.
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Wheaton’s Gary UMC offers class on the journey of Black MethodistsFeb 03, 2025 8:25 pm - The Rev. Dwight Stewart will lead a class on the history of Black Methodists at Gary United Methodist Church in Wheaton, exploring their journey of pain, struggle, and faith.
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St. Charles native, rocket scientist executing mission to the moon
Feb 03, 2025 5:06 pm - St. Charles native Benjamin Tackett could soon join an exclusive group of space explorers – if his team can successfully execute their mission to the moon.
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Elgin High students host their annual National Biodiversity Teach-In in FebruaryFeb 03, 2025 12:50 pm - Free virtual event organized by students includes 21 expert-led webinars on topics like wildlife, climate change, and sustainability to raise awareness of biodiversity.
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‘Not just a river’: How communities can affect health of the Fox watershed
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Carolyn Hax: ‘Sweet’ boyfriend tries to drive wedge between partner and family
Feb 03, 2025 10:40 am - Woman questions whether her boyfriend's criticism of her family is a red flag. Carolyn Hax says it's an isolation tactic and suggests learning signs of unhealthy relationships or breaking up.
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A mixture of egg and lemon gives this Greek chicken soup a velvety texture
Feb 03, 2025 9:48 am - This Greek soup gets its name, avgolemono, from the egg-lemon mixture used to thicken the broth. Some versions are simply broth that’s thickened and seasoned; this recipe is more substantial and includes rice and chicken.
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Make-ahead tomato curry simmer sauce is your shortcut to a flavor-charged meal
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Try this natural remedy for the common cold that experts actually recommend
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Flossing may reduce risk for stroke and irregular heart rhythmFeb 02, 2025 10:03 am - You’re used to the dentist asking you how often you floss, but after new findings are published you might hear that question from your cardiologist. Why? The findings suggest that flossing regularly may lower the risk of some strokes.