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Students Operate Coffee Stand at Harley Clarke Mansion

Students Operate Coffee Stand at Harley Clarke Mansion

New Trier Township High School students run a weekend coffee business on the lawn of the historic Evanston property.

Live Poll

Do you support high school students running independent businesses alongside their school commitments?


Dining Out

Live Poll

Do you generally welcome new independent restaurant openings in your downtown area?

Dining Out

Boca Brava Will Open New Evanston Restaurant

The new 200-seat restaurant is expected to open in early 2027 at 1557 Sherman Ave.

Boca Brava Will Open New Evanston Restaurant

Healthy Food

Live Poll

Do you trust that your university dining services effectively manage food supply and wait times?

Healthy Food

Students Face Wait Times at Evanston Shake Smart

The Norris University Center location reports frequent ingredient shortages amid high campus demand.

Students Face Wait Times at Evanston Shake Smart

Cooking

Live Poll

Do you believe local job training programs effectively provide a path to financial independence in your area?

Cooking

YWCA Evanston Expands Culinary Training for Survivors

The local program helps participants gain skills and financial independence through hands-on culinary workforce training.

YWCA Evanston Expands Culinary Training for Survivors

Barbecue

Live Poll

Do you believe public murals effectively honor local history in your community?

Barbecue

Hecky's Barbecue Mural Unveiled in Evanston

A new mural honoring Hecky Powell was revealed at the restaurant to mark its 43rd anniversary.

Hecky's Barbecue Mural Unveiled in Evanston

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