3+ hour, 26+ min ago  (454+ words) Regular stretching plays a vital role in overall health and wellness. Over time, our muscles naturally become tighter due to stress, repetitive movement, poor posture, exercise, sitting at desks or simply everyday life. Tight muscles can lead to discomfort, decreased…...

8+ hour, 4+ min ago  (455+ words) Check out these public pools and splash pads to cool off and enjoy the season. Bolingbrook Park District's Pelican Harbor splash pad and zero-depth pool open at 8 a. m. daily, and its water slides, deep well pool and lazy river open at…...

20+ hour, 1+ min ago  (200+ words) Shaw Local Cooling centers open for free in De Kalb County De KALB " Multiple places in De Kalb, Sycamore and throughout the county are designated cooling centers for anyone needing an escape from the heat. Heat indexes that exceed 100 can…...

22+ hour, 30+ min ago  (103+ words) The Glen Ellyn Park District invites guests of all ages to enjoy a classic summer tradition with its Movies in the Parks series. These free, family-friendly outdoor film screenings will take place at two of Glen Ellyn's most beautiful parks....

23+ hour, 4+ min ago  (235+ words) Kids and their parents stay cool at the Oswegoland Park District's Prairie Point Splash Pad on Wednesday, June 25, 2025 in Oswego. (Sandy Bressner) The Oswegoland Park District operates three aquatic facilities " the Civic Center in Oswego, Winrock Pool in Montgomery and…...

23+ hour, 34+ min ago  (251+ words) Free concerts return to the Lakeside Pavilion at the Mc Aninch Arts Center on the College of Du Page campus this summer. Now on Wednesdays and Thursdays, the 2026 concert series runs July 8-Aug. 6 at 7: 30 p. m. The Lakeside Series opens with the…...

4+ day, 3+ hour ago  (119+ words) High temperatures are forecast to start out the week. (Metro Creative Graphics) Places will be made available Monday for people who do not have adequate air conditioning in their residences or for those who are homeless to escape the heat…...

2+ week, 1+ day ago  (413+ words) School's out and there's fun to be had at STC Underground with several new programs and returning favorites. Programs are geared to 11- to 19-year-olds. "The center is a place for teens to come and hang out with their friends, but…...

2+ week, 4+ day ago  (189+ words) Dozens of people cool off in Alexander Pool on Wednesday, July 26, 2023 in Princeton. (Scott Anderson) The Princeton Park District provided an update after Alexander Pool was closed last month due to a "major mechanical failure" with their filtration pump and…...

2+ week, 4+ day ago  (197+ words) As summer temperatures begin to climb, many homeowners brace themselves for higher energy bills. While air conditioning is essential during hot and humid weather, there are several simple ways to reduce cooling costs without sacrificing comfort. Chris Heating & Cooling encourages…...