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Martha Mae Outpost
Hobbies, Books, & CraftsTreat your tools right: Because the perfect pen/brush/notebook combo can fix a grumpy Tuesday, Martha Mae Outpost curates beautiful writing tools, sketchbooks, Japanese papers, and watercolor gear, plus clever desk goods and small luxuries that make daily work feel special.
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Bakeries & SweetsPastry road-trip worthy: When that sweet tooth demands something better than grocery-case cupcakes, The Bakehouse Chicago delivers with from-scratch croissants, Venezuelan bites, guava cookies, and alfajores, plus custom cakes, craft coffee, and legit gluten-free bakes.
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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 ↗
10 Ideal Illinois Destinations for a 3-Day Weekend in 2026
Ten Illinois towns are recommended as ideal locations for a 3-Day Weekend in 2026.
Full story at worldatlas.com ↗
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 Employers Take Note: Key Employment Law Changes Taking Effect in 2027
New legislation in Illinois will make significant changes to state employment law starting January 1, 2027, allowing employers to pay employees for time spent on jury duty for that period.
Full story at jdsupra.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 ↗
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