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Owner Jason Krapausky, a longtime Wheaton resident, says his is the only 100% NA bottle shop in Illinois outside of the city of Chicago.

Silver Cross Hospital's new $20 million, 20,000-square-foot health care facility in Lemont – which will replace the existing structure – is scheduled to open in the fall of 2026,

Good customer service and a diverse selection of libations have helped Main Street Wines & Spirits in Countryside succeed for 40 years.

Despite having shed a few stores in recent years, The Fresh Market grocery chain is in the midst of a true growth spurt, bringing its distinct stores to redeveloping areas of the suburbs.

White Fence Farm has added three new food items to its carryout menu at its four locations.
A documentary about the theater will premiere as part of an ongoing celebration of the venue's anniversary year. A major expansion project also is underway.
Joann plans to close 500 of its 850 craft and fabric stores – including several across northern Illinois – the company announced on Tuesday.
The Harrah's Joliet location is famed Michelin-starred chef Rick Bayless’ first restaurant with Caesars Entertainment.
Eighteen suburban eateries landed on the annual list that rewards restaurants whose wine lists offer interesting selections, are appropriate to their cuisine and appeal to a wide range of wine lovers.
Nordstrom Rack will unveil its new Wheaton store to shoppers Thursday morning.
The location at 131 W. Jefferson Ave. will unveil a new outdoor dining area on May 23 during a grand opening celebration and ribbon cutting.
When it opens in downtown Wheaton, Sweetchilango will be the first fast-casual adjacent restaurant from the Bien Trucha Group.
Owner Joe Lottino is opening Crooked Arm in Lisle as an extension of J & B Music, a music lesson academy and instrument shop in Joliet, where his staff has educated and outfitted thousands of local budding musicians.
The Elm, which opened last May in La Grange, recently participated in the La Grange Business Association's Restaurant Week.
After much consideration, owners Ben and Jessica Sampson have chosen to keep their indoor seating area closed at Dry City Brew Works in Wheaton despite the COVID-19 restrictions being lifted. They will be continuing their carry-out beer service.


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