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Whiting 30th Annual Pierogi Fest stuffed with fun
WHITING, Ind. (July 25, 2024) – Pierogi Fest is ready for its milestone 30th anniversary celebration this weekend, with the annual wacky parade launch at 6 p.m. Friday, July 26. Expect more fun and surprises throughout the weekend. Festival namesake mascot Mr. Pierogi is now portrayed by his smiling...
A famed TikTok food critic reviewed an empty Chicago restaurant. What happened next was something the owner never expected
A famous TikTok food critic known for visiting small neighborhood restaurants across the country recently stopped by a North Side eatery, after the chef owner -- and sole employee -- posted a video and recommending he try it. What happened next was something the chef of Amici, in Buena Park,...
Illinois Candy Shop that Opened in 1921 Serves World’s Largest Ice Cream Sundae
This legendary Chicago candy shop has been serving huge ice cream sundaes since 1921, including the 'world's largest' 25-scoop giant. There are many sights and landmarks on the north side of Chicago worth a visit. The biggest of them is of course Wrigley Field. The home of the Chicago Cubs is worth a visit even if you don't have tickets to a game. There's plenty to see around the ballpark.
Regionally Speaking: Pierogi Fest 2024
Regarded as "The Wackiest Festival in the Midwest” Pierogi Fest 2024 kicks off this Friday, July 26, 2024. The free event, established to recognize Eastern European heritage will celebrate 30 years in Whiting. Pierogi Fest will run for three days and features dozens of food booths, arts and crafts vendors and of course lots of live entertainment including a headlining performance by “Fly” band Sugar Ray. Lakeshore Public Media host Dee Dotson is joined by Mr. Pierogi Fest himself Toney Panek to get a guide to all things Pierogi Fest.
OPINION: With latest Bally’s Casino plan, Chicago risks doubling down on a bad bet
OPINION: With latest Bally’s Casino plan, Chicago risks doubling down on a bad bet. An age-old truth, well-known by gamblers, holds that you should never chase your losses. With Bally’s Chicago Casino, the city risks doing just that. Story continues below. Bally’s promised to uplift Chicago’s economy, and,...
Take a tour of one of Chicago’s oldest houses
CHICAGO — The Clarke-Ford house claims to be Chicago’s oldest, built in 1836. It’s now a museum. The Noble-Seymour-Crippen house also claims that title, but Norwood Park wasn’t technically in Chicago when it was built in 1833. It is now the Norwood Park Historical society. The...
Taylor Swift Cover Band Headed to Chicago this August
Are you ready for it? While it might not be the real deal Taylor Swift, a Swiftie still loves to jam out to their favorite Taylor tunes. Summer is the perfect time to grab your friends and head to see your favorite band or artist live in concert. For so...
A Chicago Restaurant Was On The Brink Of Closure. Then, Keith Lee Showed Up
BUENA PARK — A North Side restaurant that’s struggled to get customers in the door is feeling the “Keith Lee Effect” a day after the hugely popular TikTok food critic gave the small business glowing reviews. Amici Chicago, which specializes in homemade arancini, opened at 3933...
Jack in the Box Returning to Chicago Area
Jack in the Box announced in a Tuesday press release its return to the Chicago area in 2025. The plan includes opening eight company-owned locations and up to 125 more across Northwest Indiana to Southeast Wisconsin. This expansion is a deliberate effort to capitalize on renewed customer enthusiasm and a...
Aurora Woman Blessed By $1 Million Lottery Win Now Pays It Forward
Antoinette ‘Toni’ Green of Aurora recently won the top prize of $1 million on a scratch-off lottery ticket – and her first thought was how she could pay it forward. “I’ve given away over $100,000 already,” shared Toni. “When I was blessed with this prize, I knew I was finally in a position to give back, to help my friends and family, and to pay it forward.”
Jackpot Generosity: Chicago Woman Turns $1M Lottery Win into Acts of Kindness!
CHICAGO, IL – Lady Luck smiled on Antoinette “Toni” Green, an Aurora, Illinois resident, who struck gold with a $1 million win on a MONOPOLY 50X scratch-off ticket. But instead of keeping it all to herself, she’s turning her fortune into acts of kindness that are changing lives.
It’s Weiner Time: The Top 5 Ranked Hot Dog Stands In Illinois
If you're looking to try some of the best hot dogs of all time then you definitely have to add these joints in Illinois to your bucket list. I don't care about the history of the hot dog when it comes to the home state of the tasty lunchtime favorite. It's got to be Illinois without a doubt. There is one that is actually named after its biggest city. It's the Chicago-style hot dog. The restaurants take their weiners to the next level. There are even special rules like no ketchup allowed on them.
Prison Break: All the Filming Locations, Explored
The first show that comes to mind when one thinks of a prison escape is the Paul T. Scheuring creation — ‘Prison Break.’ The drama series stars Wentworth Miller and Dominic Purcell as two brothers, Michael Scofield and Lincoln Burrows, respectively. Beginning in the media res, with Lincoln given a death sentence for a crime he did not commit, Michael comes up with an elaborate plan to get his brother out of prison and prove his innocence.
Food critic's visit sparks massive boost for North Side restaurant
CHICAGO - A visit by a popular food critic to a small business in Buena Park had a monumental impact following his positive review. Keith Lee, who has over 16 million followers on TikTok, travels across America reviewing small restaurants and is known for significantly boosting their businesses. The small...
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