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Thrifting in DeKalb is a fun weekend activity for all

By Hayley Devitt | October 24, 2012

Having style and necessary home items while on a budget is vital to college students. Fortunately, DeKalb is home to an exciting number of thrift stores which have many advantages. Thrifting is a fun activity for the weekend due to its exploratory nature....

Some local businesses specialize in antiques

By Juliana Leprich | April 25, 2012

Those looking to add something different to their home or try out a new type of shopping have the opportunity through local businesses and vendors. Antique shops, like Sycamore Antiques, 320 W. State St., in Sycamore, carry a variety of antique items,...

Edgar Degollado, 27, of Chicago looks through items at Goodwill
in DeKalb Thursday night.

Thrift stores offer low prices, still see decreased purchases

By Olivia Willoughby | October 27, 2011

Thrift stores and resale shops in DeKalb are faring well despite the recession, said Lavish Thrift owner Angie Miller.At Lavish Thrift, 153 E. Lincoln Highway, Miller sells used items such as clothing, glassware and antiques. Miller said she believes...

Sycamore residents Amy Munro (right), 42, and daughters Whitney
(center), 16, and Kailey (left),14, browse for Halloween costumes
at Party City, 2350 Sycamore Road, Wednesday night.

Students still have a variety of options for Halloween costume supply stops

By Linze Griebenow | October 26, 2011

Whether you're a crafty genius or a Halloween classic with your costume this year, finding a store with all the right accessories is a must. For the Crafty Genius: Where: Goodwill, 1037 S. Annie Glidden Road                        ...