Sue Jelinek

In October 1775, King George III addressed the British Parliament to say that the colonies needed to show “proper submission” to the king. The...

Every time I see a news article about celebrating our nation’s 250th birthday on July 4, 2026, I wonder what it was like in...

Twenty years ago, I was at a store and saw a special Advent Calendar. It was a cute little wooden house. I thought it...

Last year, a friend’s son boarded a plane on November 1 to fly to Germany for a nine-month activation to be part of the...

Reminisce about autumn’s vibrant leaves, Halloween traditions, and cherished memories in this nostalgic reflection on the changing seasons. Discover stories of family, community, and the joys of fall—even when the weather doesn’t cooperate. Perfect for readers seeking warmth, nostalgia, and seasonal inspiration.

When I went to kindergarten orientation for my oldest child, the teacher said she would not believe everything our children had to say about...

The Joliet Army Ammunition Plant manufactured munitions during World War II, the Korean War and the Vietnam War. The arsenal occupied 24,000 acres and...

In 1775, the Second Continental Congress authorized the creation of the United States Army on June 14. On October 13, they authorized the creation...

When Wayne and Iris Fischer moved to Naperville, they became members of Bethany Lutheran Church. There they met a wonderful man, Dick Knosher. Dick...

Significant Illinois fires are listed in the library guides of the University of Illinois. I expected to see the Iroquois Theater Fire on November...