Before agreeing to become a financial backstop for a proposal to reopen the historic Wheaton Grand Theater, the city might want a revenue guarantee of its own. Among other options, the city could impose a tax on ticket sales in the event the theater...

At last summer has arrived, and we are all emerging from our cozy, suburban caves in search of sunshine and entertainment. It's the perfect time to enjoy the myriad festivals, concerts, exhibits and plays offered in our talent-rich neighborhoods. W...

A downtown improvement group has stepped forward to aid efforts to renovate and reopen a historic Wheaton theater. But the Downtown Wheaton Association won't be able to keep its pledge to help underwrite a loan for the Wheaton Grand Theater unless t...

Kidz Kabaret actors take to the stage for dozens of shows each year, but that stage hasn't been their own. That may change by this winter. The Naperville nonprofit group says it's making good progress in raising enough money to open a theater of it...

To list your club's meetings, e-mail to foxvalley@dailyherald.com, or fax to (847) 608-0849. Northwest Suburban Astronomers: The Northwest Suburban Astronomers, in cooperation with the DeKalb County Forest Preserve District, will host a public ...

To list your club's meetings, e-mail to foxvalley@dailyherald.com, or fax to (847) 608-0849. Mothers & More: Join Mothers & More of McHenry County for "Getting to Know You Night" from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday, April 30 at First Congregational Church, 46...

To list your club's meetings, e-mail to foxvalley@dailyherald.com, or fax to (847) 608-0849. South Elgin Lions: The South Elgin Lions Club will be hosting a Smelt Fry Dinner on Friday, April 24. Dinner will be served between 5 to 8 p.m. It will...

One of the most memorable slugfests in baseball history is approaching its 30th anniversary. The Phillies' 23-22 win over the Cubs at Wrigley Field on May 17, 1979 was a dream for fans who love offense. Dave Kingman hit one of the longest homers in ...