Articles filed under Communities
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What’s left of Sears? Stores and HQ are nearly gone, but successor still owns and leases many propertiesMay 24, 2025 2:09 pm - Many goodbyes already have been said in Sears’ native Illinois, with its last great headquarters rapidly fading from the landscape of Hoffman Estates. But the one-time retail giant’s 139-year-long story continues at eight remaining stores elsewhere in the country and as a landlord of commercial properties both near and far.
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Principal retires after decades of service to Stanton School in Fox LakeMay 24, 2025 1:32 pm - After more than 33 years in education including 16 as principal of Stanton Middle School in Fox Lake Grade School District 114, Jeff Sefcik is retiring, leaving a legacy of leadership, heart and unwavering dedication to students, staff and the community.
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Kids can cast a line at free Fishing Derby June 8May 24, 2025 1:30 pm - The annual Just for Kids Fishing Derby offers a morning of fishing, prizes, and family fun for kids 15 and under at Silver Lake in Blackwell Forest Preserve.
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The Biz Week That Was: I-88 corridor redevelopment, new eateries and the best burgers in the suburbsMay 24, 2025 1:22 pm - Naperville mayor touts Block 59 dining district, calls I-88 corridor the ‘most significant redevelopment opportunity’ in city history Across Naperville, a new dining...
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Schaumburg aims to slash police hiring time during officer staffing crisisMay 24, 2025 12:45 pm - Schaumburg aims to expedite police hiring by dropping polygraphs, performing internal background checks and allowing the chief input on candidates. Other area departments cite similar efficiencies for maintaining full ranks while Schaumburg is down 13 officers.
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4 suburban spellers among 13 Illinois finalists competing in Scripps National Spelling BeeMay 24, 2025 12:30 pm - Four suburban spellers are among the contestants in the 2025 Scripps National Spelling Bee, which takes place May 27-29. They are Visharad Sathish of Grayslake, Tyler Kochanski of Fox River Grove, Yahya Mohammed of Hoffman Estates, and Shruthi Ayyagari of Aurora.
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Police investigating explosion following truck crash in AddisonMay 24, 2025 12:06 pm - A Saturday morning crash involving a flatbed truck closed Wood Dale Road north of Lake Street, according to Addison police.
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Deadline extended to join Side Street Studio Arts’ open air marketMay 24, 2025 1:08 am - Elgin art studio hosts swap meet for handmade and used items on June 14. Artists and community members can sell, swap or donate creations and clothing at the open market event.
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Annual Roselle Rose Festival moves to new Petal PlazaMay 24, 2025 12:53 am - The Roselle Lions Club and the village of Roselle are hosting the annual Rose Festival on May 30-31 at Petal Plaza, featuring live music, food trucks, and beverages.
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BAMtheatre celebrates 25th anniversary with grand opening at new Westmont homeMay 23, 2025 11:53 pm - BAMtheatre, a leading theater organization, will celebrate its 25th anniversary and new 15,000-square-foot facility in Westmont with a weekend of festivities May 30-31.