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Cademon Brewing hopes to set up a microbrewery in Sycamore. Owner Andrew Nordman said the earliest it would open is January.

Microbrewery tries for local opening

By Ryan Chodora | November 7, 2013

Two men are attempting to open a microbrewery in Sycamore, a first for the city.Andrew “Cad” Nordman and Brian “Demon” Matejka, co-owners of Cademon Brewing, plan to open up a brewery and tasting room at 2155 Oakland Drive. The project isn’t...

Health Department updates equipment with grant

By Northern Star Staff | November 7, 2013

The DeKalb County Health Department has received a grant from the County Community Foundation for equipment.Media equipment can be updated and educational materials for classes for the department’s Women, Infant, and Children program can be purchased...

Police Reports: Oct. 20-26

By Northern Star Staff | November 7, 2013

Oct. 20• Terrance L. Walker, 20, of DeKalb, was charged with liquor consumption by a minor.• Terrence U. Thurman, 24, of DeKalb, was charged with domestic battery.• Laura M. Bomar, 58, of DeKalb, was charged with domestic battery.• Jermaine A....

The new DeKalb Police Station along Lincoln Highway has caused stir among some members of black student organizations due to its proximity to the Center for Black Studies.

Police station’s location draws ire of some students

By James Bartley | November 6, 2013

As the DeKalb police station prepares to open at its new location, a debate about it being located across from the Center for Black Studies continues.The station is located at 700 W. Lincoln Highway and is near the Center for Black Studies, 621 W. Lincoln...

Sycamore football advances in playoffs

By Lark Lewis | November 6, 2013

One high school’s playoff run is over while another’s is just beginning.Sycamore High School has gone 10-0 and will play Nazareth Academy Saturday in a round two playoff game. DeKalb High School had a 5-5 season and went into the first round of playoffs...

I-88 moves faster with speed change

By Kate Chopelas | November 6, 2013

Interstate 88 will be quicker to navigate starting January.For 64 miles of the west route of I-88, the speed limit will increase from 65 mph to 70 mph. This part of the route includes a section of I-88 through DeKalb.“It is hard to say if it will be...

Council to interview manager candidates

By Lark Lewis | November 5, 2013

City Council will evaluate city manager candidates Saturday in a round of interviews.Saturday the council members will conduct a second cycle of interviews that will whittle down the list of five candidates. The candidates will go through two cycles of...

Fair trade supports local art

By Porsha Stennis | November 5, 2013

A “fair” way to shop is being introduced to the DeKalb community.Originally known for selling flowers, Sven Oscar Hansen, owner of the Glidden Campus Florist, wanted to try something new with his family-owned business by opening Glidden Goods inside...

County to collect holiday lights

By Northern Star Staff | November 4, 2013

The County Health Department will host its annual Holiday Light Recycling Program.This year the department is partnering with DeKalb Iron and Metal. The recycling program will run from Nov. 18 until Jan. 13 and will accept mini-lights, C7, C9, rope, LED...

Local pantries focus on offering dinners

By Erin Kolb | November 4, 2013

Area food pantries are making changes to host dinners.Nancy Hicks, site coordinator for the VAC Community Meal Program, said since July 2009, VAC’s main location at 330 Grove St. has been offering meals on the first, third and fifth Wednesdays of every...

Locals arrested after police find pot

By Northern Star Staff | November 4, 2013

A food delivery driver and two others were arrested after officers discovered 200 grams of pot in the driver’s car.At 1:25 a.m. Saturday, DeKalb police received a call from a person who said a local delivery driver was in fear of being shot. The delivery...

Artwork shows labors of Indian women

By Keisha Howerth | November 4, 2013

The November exhibit at the DeKalb Area Women’s Center hopes to inspire interest in India.The Experiences in India art show will be on display through Nov. 22 at the DeKalb Area Women’s Center, 1021 State St. The exhibit is free and can be viewed...