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2 suburban Chicago malls close their doors permanently within weeks of each other
As some malls across suburban Chicago ramp up efforts to attract customers with new stores, outdoor spaces and restaurants, two once-popular suburban Chicago malls have recently closed their doors for good. In February, Spring Hill Mall, in West Dundee announced that it will, with some exceptions, "close its doors permanently"...
Tidal Wave Auto Spa Celebrates Grand Openings in Woodstock, IL, and Waynesboro, VA, With Free Washes
Top Five Conveyor Car Wash Company Expands Footprint in Illinois and Virginia. THOMASTON, GA / ACCESSWIRE / April 25, 2024 / Tidal Wave Auto Spa, one of the nation's fastest-growing express car wash companies, celebrated the grand opening of two brand-new locations on Wednesday, April 24, in Woodstock, IL and Waynesboro, VA.
Illinois tulip farms will be in ‘full bloom' this weekend, but forecast calls for storms
Illinois tulip farms are making for colorful sights, but rain and storms headed to the Chicago area could dampen your weekend plans to see the festive flowers. This weekend at Richardson Farm in Spring Grove, approximately 600,000 tulips are expected to be in bloom. And in Maple Park, at Kuiper's Family Farm, organizers expected fields to be in "full bloom."
Brewers honor Walworth County deputy who nearly died in line of duty
MILWAUKEE - The Milwaukee Brewers honored a Walworth County sheriff's deputy who nearly died in 2021. Wayne Blanchard was hit by a car and seriously injured while on duty. Friday night, he was April's "Hometown Hero" and threw out the ceremonial first pitch. A ballpark of fans – including family...
McHenry Co. State's Attorney Patrick Kenneally dropping out of race for re-election
MCHENRY COUNTY, Ill. (CBS) —The McHenry County State's Attorney says he will no longer run for re-election. Patrick Kenneally released a statement on Tuesday saying he loves his job but cannot commit to four more years with the same "vigor" as his past eight years in office.He also says he plans to leave office when his term ends on Nov. 30. Kenneally said life's immediate challenges are forcing him to step away.He has four young children and is caring for two ailing parents. Kenneally won the Republican primary last month and was running unopposed. Republicans will now pick a new candidate.
Road work ahead
Several roads in Jefferson and Walworth counties will see improvements, according to information released by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (DOT) and the office of Gov. Tony Evers. An announcement this month noted that the governor has approved a $2.12 million improvement project along State Highway 16, from State Highway...
Brewers recognizing law enforcement, educators Friday & Sunday
MILWAUKEE - The Milwaukee Brewers will be recognizing law enforcement, students and educators at two upcoming games. The Brewers will be recognizing Walworth County Sheriff Deputy Wayne Blanchard with the Brewers Hometown Champion Award on Friday, April 26. The Brewers Hometown Champion Award recognizes the courage, commitment and sacrifices of...
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