How to Order Butterbeer at Starbucks

It's not on the menu, but customers can give baristas a special recipe that will produce a drink similar to the beverage enjoyed by the fictional witches and wizards from the Harry Potter books.

Baby Born at 10 a.m. on 11/12/13 — and More Good News

Good reads and good people: Fighting bullies and cancer. Rescuing a beloved dog. Forgiving the men who robbed you. Losing the lottery and winning.

New Lenox Captures Prestigious Hometown ShareFest Award

ShareFest volunteers did many good works in the community.

Nation Says Thank You to Veterans: Trending on Twitter

See how people are thanking veterans around the country.

Savor 2013 and Plan For 2014 by Purchasing ‘Men Who Cook’ Calendars

All proceeds from the calendar benefit the not-for-profit Will County Children’s Advocacy Center.

The Week's Best Good News

Here's our roundup of the most uplifting and feel-good stories from Patch towns across the country.

New Lenox Singer, Motivational Singer Releases Debut Music Video

A teenage singer and motivational speaker from New Lenox can be found on Youtube.

Frankfort Gears Up For Christmas Season With Tree Lighting

The tree lighting kicks off the Christmas season in Frankfort.

New Lenox Library Tees Off 1st Mini-Golf Fundraiser

A movie-themed mini-golf course was set up inside the New Lenox Library.

New Lenox Township Putting on Medicare Program

The 90-minute class explains the ins and outs of Medicare.

Watch a Porcupine Eat a Pumpkin and Squeal

Thank you, Internet, for the perfect end to Halloween.

Frankfort's Currie Motors Taking Blood For Oil

Give some blood and get a free oil change at Frankfort's Currie Motors.

Frankfort Park District Holds Scarecrow-Building Contest

Crows won't be coming anywhere close to the Frankfort Park District Founders Community Center.

ICYMI: The Week's Best Good News

We rounded up the most uplifting stories trending across the country.

Get a Video Tour of Michael Jordan’s Home

Tour the "House that Jordan Built." The one he's auctioning, valued at $21 million.

Mom's Song Moves Baby to Tears

Mom's rendition of "My Heart Can't Tell You No" creates a strong reaction in her 10-month-old baby.

Frankfort's Official Halloween 2013 Trick-or-Treat Hours

The Village of Frankfort's approved trick-or-treating hours are ...

Boy Scout Food Drive This Saturday

The Boy Scouts will start a food drive Saturday.

Wrigley Named One of Best Music Venues in US

'Rolling Stone' compiled the list as part of its Venues That Rock series.

High School Student with Down Syndrome Scores Touchdown [VIDEO]

A football dream comes true for a high school senior in New York.

New Lenox WW II Vets on Honor Flight; Remember their Battles

Two New Lenox World War II U.S. Army veterans are joining the Honor Flight to Washington on Sept. 12.

30 Reasons Moms Are Late

I would've been on time, but....

Kids Living with Cancer Start a Week of Summer Fun at Camp Quality

Youngsters living with cancer arrived Aug. 4 to Camp Quality in Frankfort for a week of summer fun, including tree climbing, swimming and a whole lot more.

What Did You Learn From Your Father?

Father's Day 2013 is June 16. How are you planning to celebrate the day?

This Week's Pets: These Brothers Come as a Pair

Grayster and Zolton are waiting to move into a new home. Could it be yours? Read about them and see if these cats are for you.

Diners Say Farewell to Enrico's (Video)

Customers share their thoughts about the closing of Enrico's Italian Dining, which closed the doors on the building it has occupied for 38 years.

'American Pickers' Want to Pick Through Illinois

The 'modern archeologists' who star in the History Channel show plan to be in in the state in September to scout locations, according to a show producer. Could Frankfort be on their itinerary?

Asset Program Aims to Make Students Better Citizens

The Columbine High School tragedy in 1999 stirred the creation of the Asset Building Program used at high school and elementary schools nationwide.

Fourth Annual 'Never Back Down' Toy Drive Prepares to Deliver Joy, Hope

Frankfort's Duggan family will honor their late son's birthday by delivering toys to the children's hospital where he was treated.

Kids Get Down and Boogie at Bluegrass Festival (Video)

Listen to some of the tunes played at this past weekend's Frankfort Bluegrass Festival, and check out some of the other activities that went on.

Frankfort Residents Finish Southwest Half Marathon

The First Midwest Bank Southwest Half Marathon brought almost 2,000 runners to Palos Heights and Palos Park. Go through the list to see how the Frankfort residents who participated in the race did.

St. Patch-trick Day Central Has Meal Deals and Corned Beef Secrets

That headline pun might turn you green (ugh), but Patch gives you the lowdown on what's going on for the St. Patrick's Day holiday in Frankfort.