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Northern Star

The Student News Site of Northern Illinois University

Northern Star

The Student News Site of Northern Illinois University

Northern Star

Aviane Marrufo (left), daughter of Carmesha Hicks, complex coordinator of Neptune and Gilbert Residence Halls, zip lines down Second Street during the Homecoming Block Party of Fall 2024. The Homecoming Block Party will return in 2025 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Thursday from the 100 to 400 block of East Lincoln Highway. (Northern Star File Photo)

Weekly Writeup: Homecoming events, concerts and campfires

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Writer | September 29, 2025

In this Weekly Writeup, you can find various Homecoming events such as the Homecoming Block Party, a recycled boat race, a video game showdown, campfire events and more.  HUSKIE SOUND GARDEN  Date and Time: 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Monday  Location:...

Star Worlds Arcade celebrates 35th anniversary

By Jamie O’Toole | January 23, 2020

DeKALB — Celebrating their 35th anniversary with a day of arcade games, food and tournaments for prizes, the Star Worlds Arcade, 1234 E. Lincoln Highway, will welcome friends and families to come hang out. The event will begin at 5 p.m. Saturday. A...

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