This downtown celebration pairs global wines with local bites and melodious entertainment.

Kane County resources give gentle aid to parents and guardians who need it.

Find out where dogs are welcome at local restaurants, parks and more in Kane County.

Don't miss out on regional tastes at your local winery, brewery and cidery.

When a photo opportunity knocks, a Dixon photographer opens the barn door to find the grit and determination that tells the stories of farmers and their families

When a Rock Falls guitarist gives his musical passion to the community, he hopes it brings many smiles and positive memories to their minds, and makes them happier. It's a lifelong passion for music that keeps evolving for Todd Lorenc, from electric guitar to ukulele and back.

Find out where to source organic pet food in Kane County.

Don't miss out on regional resorts and relaxing destinations.

Graphic designer and illustrator Lisa Youngdahl is a brilliant facet of the Water Street Studios organization in Batavia.

Keep fitness going throughout the school year as a family.

Animal rescues and shelters are always looking to unite pets with loving "forever families."

Mark your calendar for these special events and festivities.

Look for these 5 things in a great yoga instructor.

Check out these reading recommendations by your local librarian.

Find peace in nature with the St. Charles Park District.

Keep pets safe and content under potentially dangerous weather conditions.

This Aurora-based yoga studio is helping communities find happiness with simple and achievable methods.

Learn more about the top five massage modalities and who they’re best suited for.

Geneva Public Library recommends two titles to add to your bookshelf.

Celebrate five decades with this beloved bike shop in St. Charles.

This family-owned furniture business helps you create the home you deserve.

Clay artist Marcy Rogge sculpts and shapes her art to reflect the inspiration she feels every day.

Do you want a fairy tail wedding? Experts have a few tips to keep your puppy from getting to preppy and your wedding from going to the dogs.

Don't miss the grand celebration and carnival at the Kane County Fairgrounds July 16-20.

Celebrate vintage style at local old-fashioned diners.

Ceramics artist Carrie Molloy became a clay maker in 2023 but has spent most of her life immersed in creativity.

Find out more about Park Play Dates - free events for families hosted by the St. Charles Park District.

Enjoy local attractions in Kane County, rain or shine.

Having some cents of Ogle County history: Centennial, quasquicentennial, sesquicentennial, dosquicentennial … Ogle County can observe them all this year, from the anniversary of driving through a cut up rock to blazing trails and rails.

Growing food doesn’t have to be a dirty job, just ask a local farmer who can coax herbs and veggies from rockwool and water

Still swingin' away: Cold or gloomy weather preventing you from visiting the golf course? Need help on improving your game? There's plenty of green to play through on simulator video screens that can be custom-designed by a Galena business, both in the home and on the back yard.

Having some cents of Dixon history: Centennial, quasquicentennial, sesquicentennial, dosquicentennial … Dixon can observe them all this year, from the anniversary of an unbeatable high school football team to the establishment of governance in its rural areas.

A Carroll County business owner does more than just sell seed and feed, he likes to get to know the people who grow, help them get the most out of his products, and lend a hand to learning.

Melinda Jones has a message for people – My hometown Rocks! – and the city’s tourism director and her team are committed to getting that message out to people near and far.

The Class of 2025 was the last class to march into the future in Savanna, as its city prepares to say farewell to its high school before it moves to Mount Carroll.

A Mount Carroll craftsman is happy when he’s in his own neck of the woods, having the run of his Mill and creating hand-crafted pieces made with tools that have some history behind them and more work ahead of them.

When couples fall in love with each other, they can call someone who’s fallen in love with photography to capture the picture-perfect moments in their wedding.

Royally hand-in-hand: A pair of Stillman Valley businesses under one roof sought to bring back memories of generations ago: one with the name of a longtime grocery store chain, and another with Grandma's beef jerky recipe.

Looking for someone who will give you tiers of joy? You’ll find it up the Street in downtown Dixon, at the intersection of talent and creativity.

A father and child reunion is only an ocean away for a pair of Prophetstown natives who love getting together to make music

The martial art of jiu jitsu is more than just taking people to the ground, there are abundant life lessons to learn from engaging in it, and an Ogle County club teaches it all.

When it comes to our health, times have really changed – but a Tampico woman would like to change them back, to a time when nature would nurture us, and she’s offering an oasis where people can do just that: a retreat where they can regroup, relax and recharge.

It doesn't happen often when competing in sports gives kids an experience of earning a medal in national competition, but Dixon's Lily Haws has one in the sport she enjoys playing. The 13-year-old recently brought home silver from a national curling competition.

Drag racing and Arnie Beswick were born around the same time – one on the dry lake beds of California and the other in Morrison – and they’ve both found fame through the years, with drag racing attracting legions of fans and “The Farmer” becoming a legend in his field.

When Chadwick lost its only diner, the community didn’t have to go far to find someone to pick up the spatula, and now the new owner aims to serve meals that will keep folks coming back for Second helpings.

When a Sterling family saw an outdoor family gem with an uncertain future, they stepped up and gave their campground a renewed use. Now in its 60th year, Ruffit Park is flourishing with new owners encouraging people to experience the outdoors.

When a husband and wife decided to open and events venue, they aimed to bring a marriage of affordability and elegance to Rock Falls, where newlyweds can relax knowing their in good hands.

Petunia City's providers: Making the city they love come up flowers every year is the mission of a group of Dixon women who enjoy adding a little more pink to their community.

Duane Dickison is the fire chief of the town he grew up in, and it's a badge of honor he takes seriously and with great responsibility. He leads a department that not just fight fires, but tackles the growing issue of recruitment and managing a substation in a neighboring town.

Find out what makes this local sports team special.