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Holzlager brewery in Woodstock announces closingSep 26, 2025 10:56 am - Holzlager Brewing Company in Woodstock is closing its doors.The brewery, located at 150 S. Eastwood Drive-Route 47, said on social media it is planning to shut down in mid-October.
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Sweet success: Aurora candy maker celebrated on 75th birthdaySep 26, 2025 10:53 am - Jana Farmer, owner of Ms. Jana's Candy, celebrated her 75th birthday with a surprise tribute from the Aurora community, honoring her late-blooming entrepreneurship and success with her beloved candy business.
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Vernon Hills girl’s fight with cancer inspires Lilley’s Beanies of BraverySep 26, 2025 10:08 am - When 7-year-old Lilley Sloniker lost her hair during leukemia treatment, hats became her armor. Her goal is to collect 700 hats for children dealing with cancer during a fundraiser Sunday at Deerpath Park in Vernon Hills.
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Driver crashes near Elburn after suffering medical emergencySep 26, 2025 8:55 am - A driver having a medical emergency suffered minor injuries in an early morning, single-vehicle crash Friday near Elburn.
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How father, son with autism bonded through riding roller coastersSep 26, 2025 2:30 am - Tom Callsen and son Thomas, who has autism, have ridden 471 different roller coasters across the United States over the past 20 years, finding joy in the physical thrill and bonding experience.
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Mainstreet Realtors honors 2025 Good Neighbor Award winnersSep 25, 2025 10:48 pm - Mainstreet Realtors honored Realtors whose volunteer service made a significant impact in their communities through the 2025 Good Neighbor Awards.
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Share your community event in Daily Herald’s 2025 Holiday Happenings guideSep 25, 2025 10:25 pm - Nonprofits and community organizations can submit their Thanksgiving 5Ks, craft fairs, holiday fests, tree lightings, holiday walks, Nutcracker shows, Breakfast with Santa, or other family events for free by Oct. 12 on the Daily Herald's online calendar.
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Odd couple GOP ticket: Conservative farmer, suburban party chair unite to challenge Pritzker.Sep 25, 2025 10:13 pm - Former gubernatorial candidate and staunch conservative Darren Bailey launched a repeat campaign Thursday and once again chose a suburban running mate. The downstate Repu...
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Naperville Chamber CEO named to U.S. Chamber of Commerce Committee of 100Sep 25, 2025 10:02 pm - The U.S. Chamber of Commerce welcomed five new executives, including Kaylin Risvold of Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce, to its prestigious Chamber of Commerce Committee of 100.
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St. Charles Singers to launch 41st season with folk-infused choral worksSep 25, 2025 8:16 pm - The St. Charles Singers will open their 41st concert season with "Time to Explore", a program featuring rarely performed classical works inspired by folk melodies.