A New Retail Era
Amazon’s proposed superstore signals transformation along Butterfield Road by Hinsdale Magazine Group Staff Amazon has proposed an exciting new retail superstore development in Oak Brook. Located at the southeast corner of Butterfield and Meyers Roads, the superstore would replace seven outdated and mostly vacant office buildings with 57% less density than the existing uses along…
Read MorePaws on Patrol
Meet the dogs behind the badge By Maureen Callahan | Photos courtesy of the Oak Brook Police Department As Police Week and National Pet Month are recognized nationwide, the Oak Brook Police Department highlights two dogs who play vital roles behind the scenes and in the field. Bandit and Ghost each bring a unique skill…
Read MoreSafety is Priceless
Oak Brook Police Department to be outfitted with the newest safety device By Maureen Callahan | Photos courtesy of the Grappler Police Bumper If you’ve ever witnessed a high-speed police chase, you know how dangerous the pursuit can be – not only to the law enforcement agent and perpetrator, but to nearby motorists as well.…
Read MoreA Mature Amateur
River Forest Country Club prepares to host the Women’s Western Amateur golf tournament By Valerie Hardy | Photos courtesy of the Women’s Golf Association One of the world’s most prestigious amateur golf championships is coming to Elmhurst this summer. From July 6–11, River Forest Country Club will host the 126th Women’s Western Amateur, widely considered…
Read MoreNavigating Your Next Chapter
A Guide to Senior Living By Hinsdale Magazine Group Staff Deciding how to approach the next stage of life is a meaningful milestone for every family. Senior living is not simply about where you reside — it encompasses housing choices, healthcare planning, financial stability, and staying socially connected. For many longtime residents, the goal is…
Read MoreA Song Can Save a Life
How Freedom Sings USA transforms veterans’ stories into music By Laura Michaud and Melissa G. Wilson The phone rang in the middle of the night. On the other end, a veteran’s voice, raw, quiet, alive. “Brother,” he said, “you just saved my life. I had the gun in my hand, finger on the trigger. Then…
Read MoreFirst Audience
How music begins at home and grows into a lifelong passion BY LAURA MICHAUD AND MELISSA G. WILSON The Living Room Debut Before there are stages, spotlights, or packed auditoriums, there is almost always a living room. Or a kitchen. Or the back seat of a car. For many performers, the first audience is family—people…
Read MoreLina Shah
Luxury Property Specialist | Homes by Lina Shah For Lina Shah, real estate is grounded in service, preparation, and responsibility. Her work centers on guiding clients through significant life decisions with clarity and care. This approach has made her the top agent in the Oak Brook area for several consecutive years, placed her among the…
Read MoreWoodland Windows and Doors
Woodland Windows & Doors has spent more than half a century transforming homes across the greater Chicago area with quality, craftsmanship, and trust earned one project at a time. Founded in 1969 by John and Ann Mariotti, the company began in a small storefront and has grown into a respected full-service provider of replacement windows,…
Read MoreJacob Lukas Design
Elmhurst has welcomed a vibrant addition to its local business community with the opening of Wanderlust. This brick-and-mortar store acts as the retail counterpart to the acclaimed Jakob Lucas Design. For Kurt Miller and Lukas Mack, the duo behind the brand, opening this physical storefront fulfills a long-standing dream to bring their curated vision directly…
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