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Larry Herman: Oak Brook Village President Takes Proactive Approach
By Chuck Fieldman | Photo by Victor Hilitski Longtime Oak Brook Village Board member Michael Manzo, who was first elected in 2011 and re-elected in April for a fourth four-year term, said the board has had a very different feel to it over the past two-plus years. “I think the board is more proactive now…
Read MoreIs hair loss on your mind?
Reclaim Your Crowning Glory In a world where first impressions matter, the loss of hair can be a challenging journey to navigate. Your hair is more than just a part of your appearance; it’s a reflection of your identity, personality, and self-confidence. CSC Dermatology understands the impact that hair loss can have on your…
Read MoreA Tennis Player’s Dream Oak Brook Bath & Tennis Club
In the last few years, the Oak Brook Bath & Tennis Club (OBBTC) has made tremendous progress in becoming a viable entity. One real bright spot has been the tennis programming. Simply put, it has become a tennis player’s dream. To start with, the club offers Har-Tru clay courts, which are known for several features.…
Read MoreWelcome In! The Drake Oak Brook’s elegance and charm are back to stay
By Maureen Callahan One of the best things about luxury travel is the accommodation. What makes a hotel memorable? Décor? Amazing cuisine? Unparalleled hospitality? To get a local look at all three in the same place, check into The Drake Oak Brook, Marriott Autograph Collection. You’ll feel like you’re at home. And among family- specifically…
Read MoreFacing The Challenge: Oak Brook officials optimistic about the future of office occupancy rates
By Chuck Fieldman | Photos by 726 Visuals While office occupancy rate and corporate office operations have continued to decline throughout the Chicago area, Oak Brook officials remain optimistic about the village’s future on those fronts. Offices of all types took a huge hit during the COVID-19 pandemic, as most companies saw a huge slowdown…
Read MoreDown to a Science
The DuPage County Crime Forensic Science Center aids the criminal justice system of DuPage County By Scott Jonlich and Larry Atseff Photos by Victor Hilitski When there was a shooting at Oakbrook Center two days before Christmas in 2021, various law enforcement agencies quickly became involved, starting with nearly 300 police officers from…
Read MoreFeeding His Passion
What is your background? Before joining Westin Chicago Lombard, I was the Chicago Bears’ Executive Chef at the Chicago Bears Halas Hall training facility in Lake Forest. I prepared daily food for football players, coaches, scouts, and front office staff. I used my culinary skills and hospitality experience uniquely. Before my current position, I was…
Read MoreA Rousing Success
Village Officials Thrilled with “Taste of Oakbrook” By Chuck Fieldman Photos courtesy of the Village of Oak Brook After moving with his family to the village as child, Oak Brook Village President Larry Herman has attended several of the the annual July 3 Taste of Oak Brook events.This year’s Taste was Herman’s first as village…
Read MoreAuthentic Internal Medicine Building relationships with patients and the community
authenticinternalmed.com 375 Quail Ridge Dr., Westmont Cindy Lagone, MD, FACP, and Anne Schultz, MD, FACP, are honored to offer direct primary care and concierge medicine at their new practice in Westmont. After working for Northwestern Hospital in internal medicine for a combined 50 years, both doctors decided to open Authentic Internal Medicine with a clear…
Read MoreDiscover Arizona
From Cowboys to Hollywood elite, the American Southwest holds something for everyone By Maureen Callahan The 1860s gold rush put Arizona on the map. Subsequent discoveries of silver and copper in the decades that followed brought more fortune-seekers. By the 20s, Route 66 offered a direct path out there, dotted with convenient stopping-off points. But…
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