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Jack in the Box returning to Chicago area, opening 8 restaurants in city, suburbs
Iconic fast-food chain Jack in the Box will return to the Chicago area beginning in 2025, with an expansion plan that includes eight company-owned restaurants and the potential for 125 more throughout region, stretching from Northwest Indiana to southeast Wisconsin, a press release issued Tuesday said. According to release, its...
A HUGE WIN: Illinois Grandma Wins $1M On Scratch Off Ticket
An Illinois woman didn't expect to win $1 million after buying a lottery ticket at her local Walmart. I guess when you save money you do, in fact, live better. Lots of tears have been shed since Pamela Arscott from Franklin Park, Illinois won a million dollars on a $10 scratch off ticket. She got to celebrate with her five children, ten grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. What a beautiful moment!
Dogs for adoption in Illinois: Adopt Bella through Animal Rescue Foundation in Wheaton
Every first Friday of the month, ABC7 Chicago features the perfect pet in the "Forever Home Friday" pet adoption segment.On Friday morning, "Bella" was on ABC7 with her foster parent, Terry Johnson. Michelle Fischer from the Animal Rescue Foundation also joined to talk more about pet adoption.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchBella is a 5-year-old terrier mix, who loves car rides. She is loveable, and enjoys snuggles.She would be best as an only dog, but does like cats.SEE ALSO: 18 cats rescued in Iowa after severe flooding arrive in Chicago with PAWS volunteersShe does well with kids, as well.Visit www.arf-il.org or call 630-200-3828 for more information.The Animal Rescue Foundation is located at 31 W. Roosevelt Road in Wheaton.
Beers Of The Month | July 2024
Featured selections of Craft Beers created by local Fox Valley area brewing companies. Pink Lemon Seltz-Up Crafted Hard Seltzer with Real Lemons and Raspberries. Next in the series of the sought after, Lemon Seltz-Up, this delicious hard seltzer with lemon purée is the perfect addition to your day with it’s super refreshing lemon tart sweetness and notes of raspberry. 2023 U.S. Open Hard Seltzer Championship – Flavored Lemonade – Gold Medal. ABV: 6%.
Dog’s Face After 215 Days in Shelter Breaks Hearts
Help keep One Green Planet free and independent! Together we can ensure our platform remains a hub for empowering ideas committed to fighting for a sustainable, healthy, and compassionate world. Please support us in keeping our mission strong. Indiana, a 2-year-old Alaskan Malamute and American Staffordshire Terrier mix, captured hearts...
Our Favorite Naperville Ice Cream Shops 2024
Is there anything better than treating the kids to an ice cream cone on a hot summer day in Naperville? We can't think of one. Luckily, Naperville has many great ice cream shops where we can indulge in yummy goodness. Here is a list of our favorite places for ice cream in Naperville.
Jackie DeShannon launched her rarefied music career in Batavia
Since 2005 Plastic Crimewave (aka Steve Krakow) has used the Secret History of Chicago Music to shine a light on worthy artists with Chicago ties who’ve been forgotten, underrated, or never noticed in the first place. Chicago, like any city, likes to claim beloved artists as its own, even...
Naperville Park District Celebrates National Park and Recreation Month
This July, National Park and Recreation Month, an initiative of the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA), recognizes the important role park districts have in their communities. The Naperville Park District’s mission “to provide recreation and park experiences that promote healthy lives, healthy minds and a healthy community” influences the services the agency provides. The Park District invites the community to celebrate parks and recreation this month and year-round.
Naperville Art Fair pulls in public participation
For the Naperville community, the 64th annual Fine Arts & Artisan Fair is more than just an opportunity to appreciate The post Naperville Art Fair pulls in public participation appeared first on NCTV17.
Life-size Chess Game Awaits You in Small Illinois Town
This summer, spend some extra time outside discovering a life-size chess set in a Chicago suburb. We wait all year for summer and when it arrives, we have to make sure to take advantage of every minute!. I say that as I am ready to fall asleep at my desk...
Grilling Safety Tips for Summer Season
(Original press release provided by the Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal on June 28, 2024) The Office of the State Fire Marshal advises everyone to take these steps to help ensure a safe summer filled with everyone’s favorite grilled foods:. Propane and charcoal grills should only be...
Naperville Municipal Band brings patriotic music to Central Park
On Wednesday, July 3, the Naperville Municipal Band played patriotic tunes at Central Park’s bandshell in Naperville. As the first Patriotic Concert held on the Ron Keller Memorial Stage, under the new direction of Emily Binder, the concert included old favorites and new surprises. Steve Lord, son of the late mistress of ceremonies Ann Lord, acted as the band’s emcee.
The Brewery In Illinois That Features A Beer Garden And Pinball Machines
Breweries come in all shapes and sizes, but how often do you get to sip a beer under a grain silo gazebo? Or hold a locally-brewed craft beer in one hand while scoring a personal best pinball score? In a Chicago suburb there is a brewery where you can do all of this and more. Obscurity Brewing in downtown in Elburn is a kaleidoscope of colors, drinks and experiences that will make for a memorable afternoon or evening visit. With an ever-changing menu of brewed beers and ciders on tap, there is an endless list of food and drink combos I’d like to try here.
At Home with Merle Burleigh – July 3, 2024
Independence Day, Thursday, July 4, 2024, commemorates the Declaration of Independence, which was ratified by the Second Continental Congress on July 4, 1776, establishing the United States of America. On July 2, 1776, the Congress voted in favor of Independence and two days later the delegates from the 13 colonies ratified it. The Declaration announced the political separation of the 13 North American colonies from Great Britain.
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