Bronkberry Farms is proud to mark its 15th season serving the Plainfield and Joliet area. Owners Jennifer Bronk and Kevin Veen established the farm on land that has been in Jennifer's family for five ...

Joliet Central High School senior Ariadna Cornejo has been selected as a Golden Apple Scholar through the Golden Apple Foundation, a prestigious statewide program that prepares the next generation of ...

Backyards are experiencing a noticeable resurgence as families in the US, UK, and Canada rethink how they use outdoor space. Driven largely by a growing desire to reduce screen time-an issue affecting ...

An outdoor living area can provide a welcome space for residents and guests to gather on beautiful days and nights. The appeal of outdoor living is undeniable, and homeowners working with a blank ...

The sharp increase in home prices has been well documented in recent years. Though price increases have varied from market to market, the National Association of Home Builders reports that the average ...

A one-way trap has been installed in a channel that links the Forest Preserve District's Rock Run Rookery Preserve lake to the Des Plaines River as part of the battle to keep invasive carp from ...

There is no secret formula to guarantee a healthy life, but eating a balanced diet that prioritizes nutrient-dense, low-calorie foods and getting the recommended amount of exercise each week might be ...

From kiddie pools to in-ground retreats, homeowners can choose from a variety of options to stay cool and enjoy the outdoors. Many homeowners aspire to have sun-drenched backyards they can enjoy for ...

As Illinois celebrates World Turtle Day, biologists are urging residents to help protect the state's threatened and endangered turtle species by preserving habitats, reducing pollution and leaving ...

Plainfield's population has grown to 49,962 residents, according to newly certified Special Census results from the U.S. Census Bureau. The updated count shows the village added approximately 5,200 ...

Plainfield Park District Board of Commissioners President Bill Thoman was officially elected to the Illinois Association of Park Districts (IAPD) Board of Trustees at the IAPD's Annual Meeting held ...

Effective money management can help men and women achieve their short- and long-term goals. Wise investment strategies and a commitment to saving for retirement are great ways to manage money over the ...