Lifestyle
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This roasted vegetable bibimbap brings balance to every bite
Jan 14, 2025 4:54 am - A sheet pan and a hot oven do most of the work for these Korean vegetable bibimbap bowls. While a medley of vegetables and mushrooms soften and brown, make a pot of rice and mix together a simple sweet-and-spicy gochujang sauce.
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Better late than never: Lombard contractor uncovers forgotten Christmas present from 46 years agoJan 13, 2025 6:36 pm - Tim King was doing some renovation work in his childhood home last month when he discovered hidden behind a wall a Christmas gift he was supposed to have received in 1978. The Lombard man said he’s now saving the Matchbox Thunder Jets to give to his future grandchildren.
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Best Bets: New Elmhurst History Museum exhibit opensJan 13, 2025 3:06 pm - A new Elmhurst History Museum exhibition chronicles the transformation of the community, Martin Luther King Jr. tributes take place in Chicago, and Disney on Ice skates into Rosemont’s Allstate Arena next week.
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If Dry January is too daunting, try drinking less but better
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Flavorful chorizo brings meaty depth to a paprika pinto bean soup with collard greens
Jan 13, 2025 1:58 pm - Meat is the star of most stews, with vegetables and aromatics sometimes feeling like an afterthought. But meat can make an excellent accent ingredient in a pot of silky greens and creamy beans.
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Carriage rides, sled dog demos add fun to Vernon Hills Winter FestJan 13, 2025 12:31 pm - A pack of huskies was a crowd-pleaser as Century Park Pavilion came alive Saturday during Winter Fest in Vernon Hills.
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Arlington Heights prayer breakfast set for Feb. 6Jan 13, 2025 12:02 pm - Arlington Heights 38th annual Mayor's Community Prayer Breakfast hosted by the Arlington Heights Chamber of Commerce will take place from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. Thursday, Feb. ...
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Carolyn Hax: Retired parents won’t ask for help from nearby family
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Tiptoeing through tulips on a cruise in the Netherlands and BelgiumJan 12, 2025 5:30 am - In Northern Europe, the river cruise season begins in spring with one of the most popular itineraries focused on Holland’s favorite flower, the tulip. “I always wanted to see the tulips,” said Naperville resident Kay Grossmann. “It’s been on my bucket list.”
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Huntley funeral home to add pet crematorium next door
Jan 11, 2025 5:03 pm - DeFiore Funeral and Cremation Service in Huntley soon will be extending its services to pet owners.