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Jack in the Box coming back to Chicago area
CHICAGO — The West Coast fast food chain Jack in the Box is headed back to the Chicago area. CEO Darin Harris spoke with the Chicago Tribune and said the company plans to open stores in New Lenox, Naperville, Plainfield, Carol Stream, Tinley Park, Lake in the Hills, Countryside and a Chicago location near Midway. […]
Video: 2 Illinois Dogs Tied the Knot
On the South Side of Chicago, two dogs proved that it's more than puppy love as they got married on Saturday. About a year ago Comedian Gabriel Iglesias threw a $100,000 Quinceañera for his chihuahua. As a dog lover, I am no stranger to spoiling dogs. However, I think we can all agree that shelling out $100,000 for a dog party is too far. But hey, if you have the money, how you spend it is your business. Back in 2018 actress Sofia Vergara put together a huge birthday party for her son's dog. So, I guess this is a thing and anything is paws-ible.
Goslings, ‘They grow up so fast!’
LANSING, Ill. (June 30, 2024) – “I wanted to send these photos of a geese family I have been watching on my lunch break walks,” wrote Dr. Camilla Joe, OD. Joe is an optometrist with SVS Vision in 2 River Place. A retention pond near the cul-de-sac west of her office attracted a Canada Geese couple that soon expanded into a family.
New Rainbow Cone shop to open in Chicago suburb
FLOSSMOOR, Ill. - Flossmoor is set to welcome a new Rainbow Cone store this week. The new ice cream shop will open Wednesday at 19805 S. Crawford Ave., near Richton Township High School. The festivities will kick off with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 10:30 a.m., followed by the store's opening at 11 a.m. The first 50 customers in line will receive a free Rainbow Cone.
Artist group DAVe to exhibit at Substation No. 9 in downtown Hammond
HAMMOND, Ind. (July 2, 2024) – South Shore Arts will present “DAVe Summer Members Juried Show” in the Gallery at Substation No 9 in downtown Hammond, Indiana, 435 Fayette Street, Hammond. This exhibit will showcase a collection of over twenty recent artworks created by members of the Diversified Arts Visionaries artist group, also known as DAVe.
Flossmoor Public Art Commission holds garden art fundraiser to pay for public art display
Art lovers in one south suburb are holding a unique auction to help pay for a public art display. Nancy Burrows is co-chair of the Flossmoor Public Art Commission, which has erected several sculptures around the village.
Will County, IL – Raffle Offers Chance to Win $19K Guitar for Frankfort Bluegrass Festival
Frankfort, IL – The 2024 Frankfort Bluegrass Festival is set to host an exciting instrument raffle, offering participants a chance to win high-end musical instruments. The raffle, which aims to support the free, non-profit festival, features a grand prize of a Bourgeois DB Signature Custom Brazilian Rosewood and Aged Tone Adirondack Spruce guitar valued at $19,199.
Protein Bar & Kitchen Eyes Franchise Expansion for ‘Fast Fuel’ Concept
The Chicago-based, health-focused fast-casual restaurant backed by L Catterton has signed its first multi-unit franchise partner It’s not fast food that Illinois-based Protein Bar & Kitchen serves – it’s “fast fuel,” according to the brand. The better-for-you, fast-casual restaurant brand has inked its first multi-unit franchise agreement at a time when nutrition is trending, JP… The post Protein Bar & Kitchen Eyes Franchise Expansion for ‘Fast Fuel’ Concept appeared first on Athletech News.
South Shore CVA Spotlights Calumet Region With “Calumet Voices, National Stories” Exhibit at the Indiana Welcome Center
The Calumet region is vibrant and tapestry woven with threads of diverse cultures and industrial history. Binding this wealth of stories together are the experiences of past residents and their contributions to shaping America. Chicago’s Field Museum and a network of over 100 local museums, cultural centers, and interpretive centers have invested in unique pieces of the Calumet region’s history. South Shore Convention and Visitors Authority (South Shore CVA) is proud to showcase these integrated pieces through the “Calumet Voices, National Stories: Journey Through Calumet” exhibit. This exhibit is set to run through October 6 at the Indiana Welcome Center in Hammond.
New Middle Eastern coffee shop opens next to Bridgeview courthouse
Coffee connoisseurs take heart, Bridgeview Court Plaza’s newest addition, The Qahwa, is now open. Prepare to be captivated by a truly unique Middle Eastern coffee experience, nestled in the heart of Bridgeview’s “Little Palestine.”. The Qahwa, with its one-of-a-kind Middle Eastern coffee blends and inviting atmosphere, is...
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