Column: As the year winds to a close, the DeKalb County Economic Development Corporation is reflecting on a year that was shaped by the one thing that has always made our county stand out from the pack – innovation, writes Mellissa Amedeo.

Column: Holiday magic is coming to DeKalb! writes the chamber's resident festive elf, Elfie. Local magic is real — and you’re part of it. Let’s make this holiday season shine brighter than ever.

Nov. 19 marks the anniversary of the Gettysburg Address, a two-minute oration that is considered among the greatest speeches in American history.

Neighbor Amy brought us some Winesap apples from her tree. I was really glad for them. They have a good taste for fresh eating, but are also good to bake with.

Column: As we all ease into the holiday spirit, you’ll notice that DeKalb County certainly doesn’t lack festive celebrations, writes Katherine McLaughlin of the DeKalb County Convention and Visitors Bureau.

One hundred and sixty-two years ago Nov. 19, Abraham Lincoln delivered his incomparable Gettysburg Address at the dedication of Gettysburg National Cemetery. In the years before, the designer of the cemetery had left his imprint on Illinois.

I’m going to share the recipe for this coffee cake my sister Susan and Ervin brought to our house recently when they came for supper

Column: Every unique volunteer opportunity provides some benefit to the world around us. When we put in the effort, we improve our community, writes Rob Srygler.

Our minds wander, and before you know it, stories of your family find their way into your column