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Removing the bathtub can open up space in a bathroom, but it may not be the right choice for every household. Before you...
09/16/2026

Removing the bathtub can open up space in a bathroom, but it may not be the right choice for every household. Before you make the switch to a shower, consider how your family uses the space today and how that might change over time.

If there’s one thing designer Carrie Galvez hears repeatedly about master bathroom remodels, it usually involves the tub. Many clients at Advance Design Studio in Gilberts are removing the tub and upgrading to a shower. Before you go tub-less, though, it’s important to consider your family’s n...

Nearly 30 model railroads take over Woodstock on Oct. 11-12, N-scale up to G-scale, with working steam engines on the Sq...
09/11/2026

Nearly 30 model railroads take over Woodstock on Oct. 11-12, N-scale up to G-scale, with working steam engines on the Square and layouts spilling into shops around town.

Matt Drennan likes to say he plays at work. And every fall, the owner of MD Trains in Woodstock shares his passion on two stages. This year’s Rail Fest, which runs Oct. 11-12 in Woodstock, features nearly 30 layouts around the Woodstock Square and beyond, at places like Cesaroni’s Cafe & Deli

The furniture you drag out every May is one of the few things on your deck that isn't built to last. It doesn't have to ...
09/09/2026

The furniture you drag out every May is one of the few things on your deck that isn't built to last. It doesn't have to be that way.

Poly lumber furniture is one of the hottest trends in outdoor living, and for good reason. “It’s not going to degrade, it’s not going to decompose, it’s not going to fade, it’s not going to crack, it’s not going to get splits,” says Jeff Brown, owner of Fire & Feast outdoor products. ....

At Richardson Adventure Farm, autumn arrives early — and brings 30-plus ways to enjoy it.
09/04/2026

At Richardson Adventure Farm, autumn arrives early — and brings 30-plus ways to enjoy it.

Autumn just isn’t complete without a trip to the farm, and in the Chicago suburbs that usually means a pilgrimage to Richardson Adventure Farm, near Spring Grove. The sixth-generation family farm boasts more than 30 autumn activities that appeal to the entire family, from little ones all the way t...

Local flooring experts can help you find the right quality, style, color and price point for your home — while taking in...
08/24/2026

Local flooring experts can help you find the right quality, style, color and price point for your home — while taking into account how you actually live in the space.

It’s always important to do your research before a home improvement project, but sometimes there is such a thing as too much. Perhaps the best step you can take is to put your trust in people who know their business and care for their customers. That’s why people have trusted four generations of

There are places you can visit without ever quite leaving the present. And then there are places like Primrose Farm, whe...
08/21/2026

There are places you can visit without ever quite leaving the present. And then there are places like Primrose Farm, where a working windmill still pumps water to an old springhouse, cows are milked by hand and visitors can collect eggs, feed goats and work with horses.

Primrose Farm in St. Charles is a perfect mix of old and new. Here, visitors can see, touch and work with a variety of animals housed in an 1859 barn, watered by a fully functioning Batavia Challenge Windmill Co. windmill that still pumps water to the springhouse and stock tank. “We get a lot

Thinking about a new kitchen or bathroom before the holidays? You might want to start planning now.A full remodel can ta...
08/19/2026

Thinking about a new kitchen or bathroom before the holidays? You might want to start planning now.

A full remodel can take months from the first design meeting to the final walk-through, but smaller updates — like a new countertop, plumbing fixture or powder room — can still come together in time. Here’s what Blue Ribbon Millwork recommends, and when to start.

If you’re looking to refresh your kitchen or bathroom before the holidays, it pays to plan ahead. “We’re passing the point where you can have a whole kitchen done in time for Thanksgiving,” says Megan Lebar, designer at Blue Ribbon Millwork in Woodstock. “At this point, I’m asking client...

Dr. Pabitra “Pabi” Adhikari grew up in Nepal in the shadow of Mount Everest. Now, she’s bringing her expertise in kidney...
08/17/2026

Dr. Pabitra “Pabi” Adhikari grew up in Nepal in the shadow of Mount Everest. Now, she’s bringing her expertise in kidney care to northern Illinois.

Dr. Pabitra “Pabi” Adhikari is the latest addition to the team at Rockford Nephrology, a medical practice with locations in Rockford, Sycamore and Rochelle. Just a few weeks into her work in northern Illinois, the native of Nepal feels right at home. “I already like this city,” she says. “...

Your tap water may look perfectly fine. That doesn’t mean it is.
08/12/2026

Your tap water may look perfectly fine. That doesn’t mean it is.

Most homeowners don’t think twice about what comes out of the tap – until something seems off. It could be a metallic taste, cloudy glasses or white buildup around the faucet. Some changes are a nuisance; others can become serious health risks. The only way to know for sure is to get a professio...

For three years running, a new garage door has been the No. 1 return on investment you can make on your home.
06/10/2026

For three years running, a new garage door has been the No. 1 return on investment you can make on your home.

Your garage door isn’t something to ignore. It’s an important extension of your home that can greatly increase your property’s value, says Terry Henson, CEO of A.S.A.P. Garage Door Repair Inc. “For the past three years, a new garage door has been the No. 1 return on investment you can make o...

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