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

When it comes to finding exciting live entertainment in our region, you don’t have to travel far. There are many fantastic venues just a short drive away. ...

Caring for the miniature horses, dogs and other animals of SOUL Harbor Ranch is an act of love for this Barrington nonprofit’s volunteers. But what they really enjoy is the win-win-win for the people who find healing, the animals that receive love and the people who love to share generously with hospital patients, veterans and many others. ...

Are you ready to come home for the holidays? In that magical time between the Thanksgiving turkey and the arrival of Santa Claus, our communities go all-out in welcoming this magical season. ...

Check out these unique destinations that reflect the genuine character of our region. ...

Perhaps you know him as the soft-spoken jeweler in Barrington whose work has appeared at the Field Museum in Chicago and on the hands of celebrities. Or, perhaps you recognize his unmistakable tenor on soundtracks by the likes of rock legend Jim Peterik. It’s all in a day’s work for Marc Scherer. ...

From a sustainable gardening venture to a powerhouse for local food pantries, this Barrington-area nonprofit is touching lives across our region. ...

The secret is out: What started as an easy sell when restaurants were closed due to COVID-19 has become a popular new option for people in the Chicago area to find restaurant-quality meat at bargain prices. ...

Our connections with the Windy City have made this region a stronghold for architectural intrigue. Join our walking tour and explore for yourself some of the hidden histories and surprising secrets built into our urban environment. ...

When the pandemic started last year, churches were forced to close and pastors had to get creative in spreading the word of God. A year later, congregations are welcoming each other, face-to-face, with open arms. ...