This week we dived into three restaurants' distinctive takes on a classic dish. See who can boast and brag about bringing the best bird to the battle.
Homewood couple celebrate third year running a New York-style deli in the Heights. Patch dug in and talked with the two men who run the business.
A look at new businesses coming into town and a fond farewell to those that have, for whatever reason, called it quits.
The family-owned company has survived five generations.
UGN, a 25-year-old automotive parts supplier, is receiving the award for the fourth year in a row.
This week's business profile features an interview with thrift store owner, Lynette Humphrey in Chicago Heights.
Every weekday, Patch brings you Gas Buddy's lowest local gas prices.
Working as a cook at Marian Catholic High School, Danette Richardson opens up her own restaurant across the street from the school.
Lifelong Chicago Heights resident Don Wilson opened up a business to help people find a home.
A capital campaign for the Jones Center is under way, to save the community beacon of light.
Hundreds turn out for music, food and fun for Saturday's car show at the Olympia Fields Rock-n-Roll McDonald's.
Chicago Miracle Temple Church attempts to help children and their parents with Teach Me How Academy.
As Jewel-Osco announced that it was shuttering its Olympia Fields store, some shoppers say area discount chains are no substitute.
Kids ride in style as the new child care academy has a limo service for children.
Economic lows be darned, we know there are some great places to work in Chicago Heights, South Chicago Heights and Olympia Fields.
Oasis Spa Summer specials are the Pina Colada and Margarita pedicures.
Residents get a taste of Chicago Heights at the new local business aggregate.
Freda's Restaurant in Chicago Heights is a place to get your fix for chitterlings, Cajun cooking or a piece of homemade pie.
Shuttered plants and a technological divide still blight the employment scene in Chicago Heights, but some see reason to hope.
Governors State brings veterans from all over the Chicago area to the Southland to get a business-minded pep talk, counseling & a dogtag zipdrive.
From going green to garage sales, this place looks to restore the area.
Homes are losing their value across the board, but Homewood and Chicago Heights homeowners are seeing bigger drops than some of their neighbors.
Margaret's Boutique 2 has plenty of dresses for high school ladies headed to the prom this year.
An inside look at this bit of Heights history, where the city's heritage still lives.
Consumer Credit Expert Arnetta Pullin explains how to bring your credit rating back from the dead.
Check out photos from the opening day of the popular Italian ice shop.
Two brothers run the 28-year-old Chicago Heights Italian ice shop their parents started.
The grocery store is looking to add a restaurant later this year,
Shane's has been around for more than 55 years, and the owners are still fighting for fair business practices.
The company's purchase of a nearby railroad has come with a big price tag.
The South Chicago Heights Village Board said 'no' to the "type of business."
This week's Patch Picks are local boutiques you might want to check out.
This week's Viewfinder takes us through the big grand opening of Food 4 Less.
Food 4 Less had it's big ribbon cutting this morning, and plenty of notable faces were on hand to help out.
At the Wednesday grand opening, the grocery store will be giving grants to park districts and library officials.
He's a sausage-making singer, and she has stories for days. Together they try to paint a picture of Italian tradition.