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Geneva church hosts EV experts on eco-friendly driving

By Lisa Rittenberry, Unitarian Universalist Society of Geneva
Nov 04, 2025 11:48 pm - The Unitarian Universalist Society of Geneva is hosting a free presentation on Nov. 14 to provide information about owning and driving EVs, including their benefits, types, batteries, charging options, and driving range.
Most perennials and grass foliage need not be cut back in fall

By Tim Johnson, Chicago Botanic Garden
Nov 04, 2025 3:30 pm - Perennial and grass foliage can add a lot of appeal to the winter landscape while being beneficial for overwintering pollinators and wildlife.
The pros and cons of ‘as-built’ permits for home sellers

By Barry Stone
Nov 04, 2025 2:59 pm - I have a property that was totally renovated without permits. I'm going to list the property for sale and want to know if an as-built permit is a good idea.
‘Great incentives’ coming in 2026 for businesses eyeing events at Q Center in St. Charles

By Joey Weslo
Nov 04, 2025 2:16 pm - Local tourism officials are touting the Q Center in St. Charles for the role the facility has played over the past four decades in attracting events and shoppers to the downtown area.
Bill to regulate homeowners’ insurance rates fails on final day of veto session

By Peter Hancock
Nov 04, 2025 2:06 pm - A bill that failed on the House floor would have given state insurance regulators authority to review and approve rates charged for homeowners’ insurance in Illinois. The legislation was proposed following State Farm’s announcement in July of a 27.2% rate hike. The bill passed the Senate but failed in the House on the final day of lawmakers’ fall veto session. That means if supporters want it to be reconsidered, they will have to introduce a new bill in the next legislative session, which begins in January.
Jonathan Bailey named People magazine’s 2025 Sexiest Man Alive

By The Associated Press
Nov 04, 2025 7:51 am - Something has changed for “Wicked” star Jonathan Bailey, something is not the same — he is People magazine’s Sexiest Man Alive for 2025.
Goodbye giant shell: Here’s a modern take on the taco salad

By Aaron Hutcherson
Nov 04, 2025 5:38 am - What do you picture when you hear “taco salad”? The first image might be a deep-fried taco shell bowl filled with lettuce and your standard Tex-Mex fare. This more modern version swaps out ground beef for steak, and taco sauce for a tart and creamy avocado dressing.
A cheese lover’s cheat sheet to picking the right mozzarella for every dish

By KATIE WORKMAN
Nov 04, 2025 5:29 am - If you’ve ever wandered into the cheese section with the innocent intent of “just picking up some mozzarella,” you know it’s not that simple. What was once a single white orb in plastic wrap is now an entire category. Fresh, low-moisture, smoked, buffalo, burrata — mozzarella takes many forms, and picking the right one for your meal needs a little demystification.
Why do my cake recipes with baking powder never work?

By Becky Krystal
Nov 04, 2025 4:56 am - Q: It seems as if every time a recipe calls for baking powder, I never get the rise I expect.
Gary UMC in Wheaton to offer class on spiritual practices

Submitted by Janet Mathis
Nov 03, 2025 10:22 pm - Gary United Methodist Church in Wheaton is offering the class, “SACRED Care” on Sundays through Nov. 16. Based on Aizaiah and Nereyda Yong’s book, “Sacred Parenthood,” this class offers a guide for nurturing children, youth and yourself with deep intention and love.

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