These young thespians are learning their trade at an early age, from a variety of big-name performers. Learn how this Crystal Lake theater is extending its mission beyond the performance venue. ...
Human progress can come at a terrible price for wildlife, but animal rehabilitation centers offer many injured and orphaned animals a second chance. Karla Nagy shares the stories of two such local centers. ...
Fifty years after its founding along the Fox River in Elgin, this dynamic, Christian college is reflecting on its successes and sowing the seeds for another half-century. Discover how this small school is accomplishing big things. ...
Meet a vibrant group of gardeners who see beauty around their community in all sorts of ways, through education and public landscapes to hospice visits. ...
They started as farmers, and have spent nearly 40 years tending to and growing their thriving flower shop and nursery. Discover why they love their work, and how they share that passion with the Crystal Lake community. ...
Manufacturing has come a long way from the dark, dirty factories of yesterday. Meet the educators, businesses and civic leaders who are promoting today’s high-tech, high-skilled manufacturing companies along the I-90 corridor. ...