Remembering Doug Peterson
Honoring his legacy and contributions to the community BY ANNA HUGHES The Elmhurst community is mourning the loss of local legend Doug Peterson, who was known as a dedicated community member and avid supporter of the arts. Most importantly, though, he is remembered by family and friends as a kind, genuine, selfless man, as well…
Read MoreMAKING A BIG SPLASH
York swimmers and divers win first sectional in program history BY JEFF VORVA Elmhurst’s boys swimming and diving team could be on the cusp of something big. For the first time in program history, the Dukes won a sectional title on February 22 as they captured the Downers Grove North Sectional. By the slimmest of…
Read MoreFounded in Faith
Immaculate Conception Grade School celebrates 125 years BY ANNA HUGHES | PHOTOS COURTESY OF ICGS The year was 1900. William McKinley was serving as the 25th president. The Great War was still 14 years away. Automobiles were an exciting new invention. That same year, a small one-room schoolhouse—heated entirely by coal—opened on York Street. It…
Read MoreCurating Curiosity
Meet Elmhurst History Museum’s new leader of learning By Elmhurst Magazine Staff Since its founding in 1957, the Elmhurst History Museum has been focused on sharing the vibrant backstories of the city through thoughtful collection, enlightening exhibits, and diverse educational experiences. The Museum plays a vital role in the community by showcasing the richness of…
Read MoreThe Way the Cookie Crumbles
Elmhurst resident Lisa Garber bakes love into Belden Avenue Bakery BY MAUREEN CALLAHAN “I’m Italian. My love for others comes through food.” A truer statement was never spoken by Lisa Garber, Elmhurst resident and owner of custom decorated cookie company Belden Avenue Bakery. Garber comes from a family who understands the importance of good cooking.…
Read MoreCitizen’s Police Academy
The Elmhurst Police Department provides residents a behind-the-scenes look at local law enforcement BY VALERIE HARDY | PHOTOS BY MADELINE CRAIG This spring in Elmhurst, CPA has had a meaning completely unrelated to Tax Day. It stands for the Citizen’s Police Academy, which is a 12-week program offered twice annually to “pull back the curtain”…
Read MoreSpringtime Selling in Chicagoland
BY CONTRIBUTING PARTNER MAINSTREET REALTORS As the ground thaws and Chicagoland’s yards begin to awaken, homeowners have a golden opportunity to transform their properties and capture the attention of potential buyers. Curb appeal isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a critical factor that can significantly impact your home’s marketability and final sale price, especially during the busy…
Read MoreCOMEDY FOR CANCER
PHOTOS COURTESY OF THE H FOUNDATION In February, the H Foundation hosted Comedy for Cancer at The Tivoli Theatre in downtown Downers Grove. The star-studded event featured a comedic conversation with Chelsea Handler, which was led by ABC 7 Meteorologist Cheryl Scott and Ji Suk Yi, co-host of WGN’s Spotlight Chicago. Stand-up comedians Brian Hicks…
Read MoreLooking SHARP(ie)
Downers Grove Co-Op wins state gymnastics title using a little ink BY JEFF VORVA The ink didn’t lie. Heading into the postseason, the Downers Grove co-op gymnastics athletes put Sharpie to arms and wrote a word that would inspire them. “The girls picked a focus word and wrote it on their arm, and that’s what…
Read MoreDr. Rachael Mahmood finishes her term as Illinois Teacher of the Year
BY VALERIE HARDY Dr. Rachael Mahmood grew up in Downers Grove with parents who were both physicians at Good Samaritan Hospital. “Being the child of two doctors, I felt like I had no choice but to become a doctor,” she said. In fact, back when Mahmood was a teenager, her father told her he would…
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