In a county with an incredibly diverse economy, robust farmland, bustling cities, quiet subdivisions and a diverse population, growth is driving success. Today, local leaders are working to create conditions for the future while balancing what makes Kane County unique. ...
From a sustainable gardening venture to a powerhouse for local food pantries, this Barrington-area nonprofit is touching lives across our region. ...
Though gradually disappearing from the landscape, family farms remain a treasured institution in our region. Meet a Sugar Grove family whose members have been farming the same land for nearly 175 years. ...
Our local farms produce a bounty of good food, and not just in summertime. Chris Linden visits a unique year-round farmers' market that celebrates the joys of local food and small-scale harvests. ...
Test your knowledge on the contributions our Midwestern states make to feeding the world. ...