Lifestyle
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How to create a calming 'nature nook' with indoor plants. Advice from Hilton Carter
Feb 03, 2026 2:53 pm - Have you dreamed of creating a calm and cozy spot at home to relax and recharge, but don’t think you can spare the space?
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Winter is pruning season: How to trim overgrown woody shrubsFeb 03, 2026 10:18 am - The winter dormant season is a great time to prune trees and shrubs.
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Mexican mole is a meal all on its own
Feb 03, 2026 5:49 am - Surprisingly complex and full of flavor, this smart mole with just about a dozen ingredients comes together in only an hour. Adapted from Rick Martínez’s cookbook “Salsa Daddy,” it’s an entry-level mole — and a fine introduction to the famous Mexican salsa.
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Chicken, bacon and ranch totchos are potatoes’ ultimate form
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Cook County offering spay, neuter discounts for pets this monthFeb 02, 2026 1:51 pm - Cook County pet owners can bring their dogs and cats to participating veterinarians to receive up to a $40 discount on spay or neuter services this month.
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Carol Stream ‘bags’ competition aims to reach a big donation numberFeb 02, 2026 11:40 am - A fundraising idea whose impact has grown by the year, the 10th Bags-For-Life tournament kicks off Tuesday, Feb. 3, in Carol Stream.
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Groundhog Day in Woodstock: Willie predicts early spring, rest of region hopes he’s right
Feb 02, 2026 9:24 am - Woodstock Willie has had his say. He did not see his shadow on Monday morning, meaning an early spring.
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Bargains galore: Shop discounted inventory at Chicago Winter Bike SwapFeb 02, 2026 9:05 am - The Chicago Winter Bike Swap at the Kane County Fairgrounds on Feb. 8 attracts around 1,000 bikers and vendors. The swap features bikes, components, and gear for sale by individuals and discounted inventory from bike shops and vendors.
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Homeowner uncertain about vinyl sidingFeb 02, 2026 6:15 am - The plywood siding on our house is rotted in many places. We're planning to install vinyl siding over it, but we've got some questions that need answers before we go ahead.
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Doctors share the best ways to get the most from a bidetFeb 01, 2026 5:25 pm - NEW YORK (AP) — Once considered an oddity in American homes, bidets are becoming increasingly common as more people seek a hygienic and sustainable alternative to toilet ...