The new year is in full swing, and so is all the snow and cold that comes with a Midwestern winter. Make the most of it all with some of the best ways to get out and play. ...

Located at a crossroads of activity, this community has spent a decade making solid investments in its future – and they’re already starting to pay dividends. ...

The field of orthopedics is constantly evolving. Learn how surgeries have become safer and more efficient, and how non-surgical options have become easier to pursue. ...

Check out these unusual and inventive stores around our area. ...

Pilates is a total-body workout that almost anyone can do. Learn about the four levels of classes offered at Club Pilates in Rockford and Algonquin. ...

For more than a decade, this restaurant has provided guests with contemporary American fare and a menu that’s updated seasonally. Find out what else this eatery is doing to cultivate and maintain a growing customer base. ...

Mix a popular Algonquin restaurant with the classic Wisconsin supper club experience and you get a unique, trendy new spot in Crystal Lake. ...

Check out these unusual and inventive stores around our area. ...

Recreation opportunities abound in our region! Here are a few of the best our area has to offer. July Barrington Cruise Nights Through Aug. 31, Th. 6:30 p.m. Themes include muscle cars, Corvettes and cars from the ‘50s and ‘60s. Features local food vendors, entertainment, kids’ activities, raffles and prizes. All vehicles welcome. Parking lot at Cook and Station streets, ...

This longtime Algonquin favorite, always seeking something novel, is setting out to capture new diners while still maintaining the atmosphere and service that have made it a hallmark for five decades. See what's in store. ...