Mother Nature strikes again, but this time, the weather will be warmer. Staff meteorologist Gilbert Sebenste said we are entering a transitional period that is more “spring-like.” “There will be less snow and more rain,” Sebenste said. “I think...
There is a league in DeKalb County. Not superheroes with a mission of justice, but artists with a mission to spread the education and appreciation of art. Founded by Virginia Lary in 1972, the Kishwaukee Valley Art League serves artists in the DeKalb...
After two months of closed doors, Tapa la Luna is back in business.Tapa La Luna, 226 E. Lincoln Highway, reopened Feb. 14. Co-owner Robert Deshazer, said he and his partners struggled to reopen, but is now excited to return.“We’re very happy to have...
Annex Group Computer Music Program will buzz Thursday night from a composition featuring recorded sounds of honey bees.Annex Group, which will perform at 8 p.m. in the NIU Music Building Recital Hall, consists of several students, professors and alumni...
Name: Ruth Anne Tobias Current Job: DeKalb County Board Member Hometown: DeKalb Political Affiliation: Democrat Platform: Intends to attempt to keep the county functional while providing services for citizens. Also hopes to maintain agricultural...
A new student association, Helping Hands Community Service Organization, plans to follow the mission of spreading diversity on campus, said Helping Hands President Latasha Bennett.Bennett created the organization two years ago to begin her path to having...
DeKalb's Mark Huff has spent the last 10 years repairing and restoring all around DeKalb. Huff, who has worked at Motor Works, 316 E. Taylor St., since 2002, received the NAPA/ASE Technician of the Year award on Nov. 18 after competing against others...
Several DeKalb County farmers, motorcycle enthusiasts and residents came to see the DeKalb Chopper. From noon to 5 p.m. Feb. 5, the Ellwood House Visitors Center, 509 N. First Street, housed the DeKalb 100th Anniversary Chopper, commemorating 100 years...
Those useless coupons now have a purpose other than being stuffed in the bottoms of handbags and trash bins. Kelly Champion, creator of Northern Illinois Couponing Moms held a class at 2 p.m. Feb. 4 at the DeKalb Public Library, 309 Oak Street. Their...
This month the DeKalb County Fire Department is spotlighting the dangers of carbon monoxide and is encouraging both students and citizens to take safety measures to prevent carbon monoxide leaks ."Carbon monoxide can be life-threatening," said fire chief...
Winter haters can finally relax. For this week, at least.January brought several confusing instances where Mother Nature might not seem to know what she is doing. So far, this week she will slide by in the 40s."The jet stream is migrating north of our...
The number seven bus is best known for delivering students to businesses like Wal-Mart and Target, located on Sycamore Road, but downtown business owners think students should explore stops closer to campus.After five stops, students get the opportunity...
