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National Ice Cream Cone Day in DeKalb, IL

By Autumn Kilgus | September 22, 2017

Are you a fan of ice cream cones? Then today is your day! National Ice Cream Cone Day is Sept. 22, which means nobody can judge how many ice cream cones you consume in one day...or one hour.DeKalb has a variety of awesome ice cream shops for you to satisfy...

Work-hour cap limits students

By Northern Star Editorial Board | October 11, 2016

NIU should increase its hour cap from 20 hours per week for student-employees so students can earn living and tuition expenses easier.The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act was fully implemented in 2015, and as a result, all hours for part-time...

Artists sell work at Ellwood event

By Northern Star staff | July 20, 2015

The Ellwood House Museum will hold the annual Art Fair & Ice Cream Social on Aug. 2.The fair, which will take place 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the grounds of the Ellwood House, 509 N. First St., will exhibit work from 30 Illinois and Wisconsin artists. Works...

Beat the heat with this Northern Star guide to cold treats in DeKalb

Beat the heat with this Northern Star guide to cold treats in DeKalb

By Northern Star staff | April 22, 2015

A cool treat like ice cream, a smoothie or juice is just the thing on a sunny DeKalb day.Here's a guide to where to grab a cold treat in DeKalb. Scroll down for photos, hours and locations, or check out this interactive map. Aspen Leaf YogurtAspen Leaf...

Best DeKalb Ice Cream and Juice Spots

By Northern Star staff | April 21, 2015

A cool treat like ice cream, smoothies, or juice is just the thing on a sunny DeKalb day. Here's the top spots to grab your favorite cold sweets. Dairy Queen, 1780 Sycamore Road, serves Blizzards, Arctic Rushes and classic ice cream choices.Dairy Queen...

Senior biology major Jamie Masalinto (second to right) and senior kinesiology major Gevy Cunanan (far right) stop by Culver’s, 1262 W. Lincoln Highway, during its grand opening Monday. “Everything went well,” said manager Luke Maier. “New team members did an awesome job at handling everything from food to making sure guests leave happy.”

Culver’s opening

By Jaclyn Chopelas | September 15, 2014

Senior biology major Jamie Masalinto (second to right) and senior kinesiology major Gevy Cunanan (far right) stop by Culver’s, 1262 W. Lincoln Highway, during its grand opening Monday. “Everything went well,” said manager Luke Maier. “New team...

Senior biology major Jamie Masalinto (second to right) and senior kinesiology major Gevy Cunanan (far right) stop by Culver’s, 1262 W. Lincoln Highway, during its grand opening Monday. “Everything went well,” said manager Luke Maier. “New team members did an awesome job at handling everything from food to making sure guests leave happy.”

Culver’s opening day starts slow in DeKalb

By Linda Loya | September 15, 2014

The Culver’s fast food chain expanded into DeKalb Monday, opening at 1262 W. Lincoln Highway.Culver’s is open 10:30 a.m.-10 p.m. every day. The restaurant offers fast food items from cheese curds to seafood dinner plates. Prices on the menu vary from...

City Attourney Dean Frieders discusses the plans to build a Culver’s on West Lincoln Highway during Monday’s City Council meeting at the DeKalb Municipal building, 200 S. Fourth St. City Council approved a permit for the Culver’s Drive-Thru at the meeting.

City Council gives Culvers drive-thru the thumbs up

By Keisha Howerth | March 24, 2014

City Council approved a permit for a Culver’s Drive-Thru at Monday’s meeting.The council also approved sign waivers for Culver’s, 1262 W. Lincoln Highway, to provide better visibility for the business.Plano residents Jeff and Marcia Newkirk have...

Culver's crew member Dave Campos (left) and Culver's trainer Rose Zaccone scoop custard for a customer on Tuesday evening for an event hosted by the Sycamore Culver's where 50% of proceeds was donated to the family of Matthew Ranken.

Culver’s throws benefit for victim’s family

By Ryan Chodora | April 2, 2013

DeKalb and Sycamore residents packed into Culver’s, 1200 DeKalb Ave., to support the family of Matthew Ranken. Sycamore resident Matthew Ranken, 11, was killed on Feb. 27 in an auto accident on Route 64 in Kane County. Culver’s restaurant held a benefit...

Sycamore’s block party ‘a good time overall’

By Shelby Devitt | September 15, 2011

Sycamore is the place for beer, cupcakes, music and more at Discover Sycamore’s 11th Annual Block Party Saturday night, near 407 W. State St. Live music, a beer garden, food vendors, a bags tournament, a dog show and giant inflatables are a few of the...

I scream, you scream for local ice cream options

By Danny Ciamprone | February 16, 2011

It is nearly time to indulge in a mountain of delectable ice cream treats. The only question is where to go. There are three main places to choose from in the area including Dairy Queen, Ollie's Frozen Custard and Culver's. DAIRY QUEEN Dairy Queen, 1780...

Magician and Balloon Sculpter Tim Glander, of Whitewater, Wisconsin hands an alien balloon to Austin Allen as his father Mike Allen and Heather Romon watch on during the Sycamore Block Party Saturday.

Sycamore block party beats dreary weather

By Chris Krapek | September 20, 2010

The 10th annual Discover Sycamore block party went on this weekend as planned. Despite dreary weather, which cancelled some early activities for kids, the intersection of Somonauk and Elm was full with brave and bundled-up families Saturday afternoon....