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Katz Park
Parks & OutdoorsGet outside, DeKalb: Katz Park packs plenty into one stop with a dog park for zoomies, a legit skate park, playground time for the littles, ball fields for pickup innings, picnic tables and a BBQ grill, plus a walking trail when you just need to wander and reset.
Sam's Fish Chicken & Sandwiches
RestaurantsCrispy cravings answered: Family-operated and dialed into the comfort-food sweet spot, Sam's Fish Chicken & Sandwiches turns out crackly whole wings, catfish nuggets, and jumbo shrimp alongside Philly steak, Italian beef, gyros, and loaded fries.
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NIU Today - Adventure Book Club spells joy for District 428 elementary students
The University of Northern University's College of Education's Morgridge Endowed Chair Office has launched the Adventure Book Club, a new chapter of the NIU College of Energy's MorGridge Endfunded Chair Office.
Full story at niutoday.info ↗
Horror Film Series Returns To The Egyptian Theatre In DeKalb This Fall
The Egyptian Theatre in DeKalb, Illinois, has announced its annual horror film series for fall, starting at the end of the year.
Full story at q985online.com ↗
Illinois just made 40 mph e-bikes street legal – but there’s a huge catch
Illinois has signed a sweeping new electric bicycle law, making high-powered electric bikes more like motorcycles.
Full story at electrek.co ↗
Thousands of Pounds of Pork Recalled in 8 States—Here's the Full List of Affected Products
The United States Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has recalled about 1,513 pounds of imported ready-to-eat (RTE) pork products in eight states.
Full story at goodhousekeeping.com ↗
Trump lifts stoppage on Great Lakes carp barrier after Whitmer call
The Trump administration has lifted a stop-work order on the $1.15 billion invasive carp barrier project in response to appeals from Michigan Gov.
Full story at mlive.com ↗
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