The Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) Holiday Train and Holiday Bus are back in 2021 with a few pandemic-influenced adjustments. Some of the new requirements including travelers having to wear masks, regardless of age or vaccination…
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Illinois’ Holiday & Winter Farmers Markets Announce New Venue
The Holiday & Winter Indoor Farmers Markets in Springfield, Illinois, are moving to a new venue and schedule. The monthly indoor farmers market will kick off its season this Saturday (Nov. 20). The events will…
Illinois’ Last Sears Store is Closing
It’s the end of an era, as the last remaining Sears store in Illinois is closing this weekend. The department store located at Woodfield Mall in Schaumburg will close Sunday (Nov. 14). It’s been at…
Meijer to ‘Double Match’ Customer Contributions to Simply Give to Help Families in Need
Regional retailer Meijer has announced it will “double match” this season’s customer contributions to its 2021 Simply Give program through Thanksgiving, up to $1 million. For every $10 card purchased by customer, Meijer will donate…
The Longest-Running Holiday Parade in the U.S. is in Illinois
Santa Claus has a long history with parades. After around, around the holidays, he’s usually the main reason kids and families flock to neighborhood parades, to get a glimpse of Santa on his sleigh. Peoria,…