This week in Illinois business news, a new massive grocery store is being referred to as a "Fresh Market on steroids"; Major League Baseball has picked a Chicago-area outdoor theater to host some Fourth of July festivities; and Trader Joe's is planning further expansion in Illinois.
Check out this week's top headlines for Illinois business news on Patch:
‘A Fresh Market On Steroids’: Massive New Grocery Store Opens Lake County
Trader Joe's Opens 6 New Stores, Plans Underway For 9 More — Including In IL
Major Housewares Brand Expanding As 22 New Stores Open — Including 3 In IL
The Bottom Line
A Chicago-area outdoor theater is one of only four in the U.S. to be selected by Major League Baseball to host an America250 Fourth of July celebration, which will include free viewings of a Cubs game and The Sandlot. Read more here: Suburban Outdoor Theater Chosen As 1 Of 4 MLB Drive-Ins For America250 Celebration.
Mediterranean Fast-Casual Chain CAVA To Open Next Week In Crystal Lake
The restaurant, known for its customizable bowls and pitas, will open June 29 along Northwest Highway and create up to 40 jobs.
Flossmoor Station Celebrates 30 Years, Birthday Bash Set
The local favorite on Sterling Avenue was one of only a handful of microbreweries in the country when it opened.
World's 1st Dairy Queen In Joliet Claims Spot As Landmark For Iconic Route 66 Centennial
Historic landmark to serve as stop on the 2026 Centennial of Route 66.
Willowbrook Chain Eatery Closure Not As Temporary As Indicated
The chain has about 1,400 locations, including many in the Chicago suburbs.
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