Lifestyle
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Finding delicious common ground in the jollof rice 'wars'
Oct 19, 2022 6:00 am - One of the iconic dishes of West Africa, jollof rice is vibrantly colored and heavily spiced. And it reflects how cultures across continents blend with delicious results...
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Jollof RiceOct 19, 2022 6:00 am - 1 pound plum tomatoes, cored and quartered or a 14½-ounce can diced tomatoes, with juices 1 red bell pepper, stemmed, seeded and cut into quarters 2 medium garlic cloves...
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Festivals Oct. 21-27: Nightmare on Chicago Street, Howlin' at the Moon, Cider and Ale Fest & moreOct 19, 2022 6:00 am - Ongoing Didier Farms Pumpkinfest: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily through Oct. 30 at Didier Farms, 16678 W. Aptakisic Road, Lincolnshire. Hayrides, corn maze, pig races, Ani...
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This Italian sausage tortellini soup offers savory warmth after a long blustery dayOct 19, 2022 6:00 am - Halloween is right around the corner, and it can be a busy day for those with young children. My children are grown, but I still remember many cold and blustery days of ...
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Sound check: Local H celebrates 'Zoo'; Marcus Mumford and Gogol Bordello hit townOct 19, 2022 6:00 am - Local H's 'Zoo' Rock band Local H, originally formed in Chicago's northern suburbs in the late 1980s, marks the 20th anniversary of its much-loved album "Here Comes the...
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Eli Skinner Chapter, NSDAR holds annual Day of ServiceOct 18, 2022 11:00 pm - The Eli Skinner Chapter, National Society, Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR) held their annual Day of Service on Thursday Oct. 6. The women of the chapter tu...
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Waucond girl, 9, named a finalist in International Junior Miss PageantOct 18, 2022 11:00 pm - Abbigail Hicks, 9, has qualified as an International Finalist for the International Junior Miss Pageant, which will be held the week of Thanksgiving at the Hyatt Regency...
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Marking twin milestones: Aurora's Wesley UMC celebrates Pastor Appreciation Day, congregant's 90th birthdayOct 18, 2022 11:00 pm - Wesley United Methodist Church in Aurora marked twin milestones on Sunday, Oct. 16. The Rev. John Bell, pastor since 2012, was honored on his 10th anniversary of leaders...
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How fast does pumpkin roll? Faster if it's on wheels!Oct 18, 2022 11:00 pm - Have you ever seen pumpkins on wheels? Now is your chance. Come on out to Naperville's sixth annual Pumpkin Races on Saturday, Oct. 29, and join in the fun. Here is all ...
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HYROX The World Series of Fitness Racing Returns to ChicagoOct 18, 2022 11:00 pm - HYROX, the Global Fitness Racing series is returning to Chicago and will be bringing 2 events to the city this season. The first on November 5th 2022 at the Renaissance...