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My first wristwatch was a Timex with a black wristband, an exciting acquisition that at the time made my young self feel very grown...

Our cousin Allan has bought Teslas for more than ten years. Last May, he bought a Cybertruck, paying extra for autonomous driving and a scratch-proof vinyl cladding that changes colors in different light. It is a comfortable ride, although the massive tires are quite noisy. Autonomous driving makes a cross-country drive easier. He is enthusiastic about his toy and proudly shows it off at local auto shows to many curious folks.

I have many happy memories of climbing trees in my neighborhood growing up in Freeport. We had a pair of maples in our back...

When a doctor from Mayo Clinic approached me three years ago at an international scuba diving trade show and asked if I might be interested in presenting at Mayo’s annual conference on the subject of scuba therapy, I thought he was kidding.

From the mind of Jared Hess, there is classiness and silliness that tango in fruitful directions. For those who are fans of Napoleon Dynamite, the dynamics of A Minecraft Movie have characterizations that feel similar.

Naperville has long embraced its vast collection of public art, so much so that in 2022, the City revamped and rebranded its Special Events...

Caregiving for a loved one with dementia is an unknown territory for many people with no road map of what is ahead. Caregivers often...

In an online world where we all regularly use the Internet to shop, keep up with friends and family, and see what is going...

Do you have a person in your life who may be a hoarder? Hoarding is a condition where a person has persistent difficulty discarding personal possessions. The large number of possessions fill the home and prevent the normal use of the space. Living space becomes cluttered. It may be unusable. Hoarding brings distress and emotional health concerns.

Think Spring: As the beginning of Q2, 2025 has arrived, along with its many distractions, we need to find creative ways to keep engaged...

Otto Heinrich Reiche was born February 22, 1865, in Naperville, DuPage County, Illinois, the son of Louis A. Reiche and Elizabeth Hiekel. He attended...

There’s something special about spring in Naperville—blooming trees, longer days and a sense of new beginnings. And just like nature, the real estate market...

With summer just around the corner, it is time to plan not just for vacations, but also for the everyday fun activities that can...

Our Naperville dental staff just returned from the 2025 Chicago Dental Society Midwinter Dental Meeting at McCormick Place in Chicago. This meeting is one of...

Happy Easter! Some of my favorite Easter memories are centered on the hunt for Easter eggs and Easter baskets. When we were first married,...

Updated, April 13, 2025 / Today we're remembering longtime friend and local business owner, Bev Eigenberg. An obituary is posted at www.friedrichjones.com. Beverly M. Eigenberg...

I’m experiencing a serious case of seasonal confusion! It feels like we just left winter, yet spring is teasing us—some days are warm and inviting,...

Buying a carton of eggs used to be a simple task—now, for many families, it’s a painful reminder of skyrocketing costs. Yesterday, I watched...

April is Volunteer Month, and there's no better time to get involved in your community than by joining the dedicated team of volunteers at...

By Mary Butler April is Autism Acceptance Month—a time to celebrate neurodiversity, foster understanding, and champion inclusion. At Turning Pointe Autism Foundation, we are dedicated...