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Richardson Adventure Farm opens Sept. 12
2+ day, 20+ hour ago (353+ words) With new amenities, expanded play areas and twists and turns to explore across 9.7 miles of trail, the Richardson “World’s Largest” Corn Maze and Adventure Farm begins welcoming visitors Sept. 12. Several points of entry and exit are available for those excited…...
Give your child the chance to explore the outdoors with Nature Explorers 4-H SPIN Club
6+ day, 21+ hour ago (258+ words) Lee County 4-H invites youths ages 8 to 18 to join the Nature Explorers SPIN Club, a fun outdoor program that helps young people connect with nature, build confidence, and learn new skills through guided hikes and hands-on activities. In today’s busy…...
Richardson Adventure Farm opens Sept. 12 for 2026 season
1+ week, 1+ day ago (371+ words) The Richardson “World’s Largest” Corn Maze and Adventure Farm opens for the season Saturday, Sept. 12. This year’s corn maze design celebrates America’s 250th anniversary, and features signers of the Declaration of Independence, a Betsy Ross flag, an American Eagle and more....
Throwback season melds nostalgic films with nostalgic backdrop at McHenry Outdoor
2+ week, 2+ day ago (533+ words) It’s throwback season at the McHenry Outdoor in Lakemoor, where nostalgic films displayed against a uniquely nostalgic backdrop set the tone for memorable fall nights under the stars. See such iconic films as “Jurassic Park” and “Back to the Future…...
E-bike riders target of Sycamore police public safety campaign
2+ week, 6+ day ago (363+ words) Because laws regarding e-bikes are changing in 2027, the Sycamore Police Department has begun a campaign to help the community understand what will and won’t be legal. This fall, Sycamore police officers plan to educate local e-bike, e-scooter, e-skateboard and e-unicycle…...
Stockton’s Mud Run Beer Co. is where good times flow
3+ week, 4+ day ago (1093+ words) Kevin and Amanda Pierce of Stockton own Mud Run Beer Co., blending historic character, handcrafted brewing and smoked barbecue into an experience where the building, beer and people all share unique stories. (Cody Cutter) STOCKTON — Every business owner hopes they…...
Will County Nature Foundation offers outdoor painting lessons
3+ week, 4+ day ago (263+ words) Paint outdoors for a good cause during The Nature Foundation of Will County Plein Air Painting Fundraiser on Aug. 30, 2026, at Goodenow Grove Nature Preserve in Crete. (Glenn P. Knoblock | Forest Preserve District of Will County) The Forest Preserve District of Will…...
‘Grease’ fan event set for Aug. 21 in Princeton
4+ week, 2+ day ago (177+ words) Shaw Local âGreaseâ fan event set for Aug. 21 in Princeton Cast members Lorenzo Lamas, Michael Tucci, Barry Pearl, Jamie Donnelly to appear The Apollo Theater in Princeton will host a âGreaseâ fan event for community members from 2 to…...
Oswegoland Park District pools winding down for the summer; here’s when you can still catch a swim
1+ mon, 1+ day ago (198+ words) The Oswegoland Park District operates three aquatic facilities – the Civic Center in Oswego, Winrock Pool in Montgomery and the Splash Pad in Oswego. (Gary Middendorf - [email protected]/Gary Middendorf) The Oswegoland Park District pools will soon be closing for the season…...
Joliet District 86 students get nature education through summer camp
1+ mon, 5+ day ago (259+ words) Dozens of Joliet Public Schools District 86 students spent their summer studying nature at local parks thanks to the Kids ‘n Nature Summer Camp program with the Joliet Park District. More than 60 third- and fourth-grade students from Culbertson, Cunningham, Keith, Singleton…...