Western Springs Woman Creates Custom Children's Furniture

Business owners in La Grange, La Grange Park and Western Springs tell Patch how their businesses came about and what makes them unique in town.

Sweet Pea Florist Closes, Still Open Online

Forever Yogurt Opening Soon in La Grange

Find out how you can win free yogurt for a year.

Student Painters a 'Dream Internship' for LT Grad

Wealthier Suburbs Could Benefit from ComEd Rate Design: Crain's

The ComEd capacity charge is expected to rise 350 percent starting next June, which according to Crain's, could impact smaller households much more than larger ones.

Empanadas Restaurant Opens in La Grange

Four siblings left Argentina after armed robbery and economic crisis. When their empanadas were popular at a Chicago market, they realized they had a business opportunity.

Park District of La Grange, District 105 Hiring: Job Hunters

Looking for a job around La Grange, La Grange Park and Western Springs? Find our list here and add any more openings you know about.

Impact Dance Continues to Grow, Make Memories

Husband and wife Mario and Diane Fotino met through Impact Dance Studio in La Grange as children. The studio's annual recital is June 15.

La Grange Camera's Expert Staff Will Help You Record Memories

The camera shop is one of only a few remaining in the area, which employees attribute to the level of service. The store is moving this summer to a nearby location in La Grange.

Little Toes Photography Grows Out of Hobby: Business Spotlight

Business owners in La Grange, La Grange Park and Western Springs tell Patch how their businesses came about and what makes them unique in town.

Now Serving Cafe Continues to Grow, Will Introduce Full-Service Breakfast

Owner Paul Link left the world of Navy Pier, college football and hotel openings to grow a beloved neighborhood cafe.

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We want to give local businesses a chance to get a shout out on Patch. Fill out the form on this article and send us a photo to be featured.

Nickson's Eatery, Armand's Pizza are Hiring: Job Hunters

Looking for a job around La Grange, La Grange Park and Western Springs? Find our list here and add any more openings you know about.

Community Update

From Poland to La Grange, Day Spa Offers Caring Service

Polish immigrant Justyna Gamula opened Dolce Vita Day Spa in La Grange about one year ago, and has since added aesthetician Beata Lilja, who worked for stars in Hollywood before moving here.

Minimal Change Seen in West Suburban Unemployment

The statewide unemployment dropped from March to April in 2013, but the rate is still higher than this time last year. Many west suburbs saw a slight change in the rate.

Western Springs Resident, 5 Rabbit Brewmaster Talks Craft Beer

Resident John Hall was with Goose Island before making the move to 5 Rabbit, a newer Chicago brewery that makes craft beers with a Latin twist.

Tropical Sno Coming to Western Springs

The popular shaved ice franchise is owned by Western Springs resident and Nazareth grad Nicholas Cozzi. Now locals won't have to drive to Archer for this summer treat.

Last Minute Mother’s Day Gift Ideas in Western Springs

If you haven't already, it's time to start thinking about Mother’s Day gifts. Here are some ideas that can be found in Western Springs.

Pit Bull Rescue Event Coming to Western Springs

Western Springs resident Julie Beitz said the event, which is May 11 at Pet Necessities, will have some pit bulls on hand for adoption and aims to educate the public about misconceptions of the dogs' personality.

House Wow! $1.3M Modern Home With Lots of Brick, Big Windows

Every week Patch profiles a luxury home for sale in the La Grange, La Grange Park and Western Springs area.

Snacker's Cafe 'Just Trying to Survive'

The longtime Western Springs cafe recently re-added dinner hours and did away with breakfast in an attempt to adapt to the changes its customers have shown.

Business Spotlight: Peterson Insurance Going Strong After 30 Years

Business owners in La Grange, La Grange Park and Western Springs tell Patch how their businesses came about and what makes them unique in town.

Urban Mutt, Huge Hearts HomeCare are Hiring: Job Hunters

Looking for a job around La Grange, La Grange Park and Western Springs? Find out list here and add any more openings you know about.

Yelp's Top 10 Salons and Spas in Western Springs: Do You Agree?

Check out the top 10 rated salons and spas in and around Western Springs based on Yelp reviews. Did your neighbors get it right?

Business Spotlight: Huge Hearts HomeCare Offers Caring Companions

Business owners in La Grange, La Grange Park and Western Springs tell Patch how their businesses came about and what makes them unique in town.

Library Offers Tips on Using ConsumerReports.org

There are still openings for this library program on Wednesday night.

Walgreens Now 'Takes Care' of Chronic Illnesses

Through an expansion of its Take Care Clinics, Walgreens now offers treatment and management for chronic conditions such as diabetes and asthma.

Davanti Enoteca Opens Tonight in Western Springs

The new restaurant brings a new energy to a location that's seen three tenants come and go. A soft opening Thursday packed the house, and it opens to the public Friday.

Yelp's Top 10 Restaurants in Western Springs: Do You Agree?

Check out the top 10 rated restaurants in and around Western Springs based on Yelp reviews. Did your neighbors get it right?

Walgreens Partnership with Drug Wholesaler to Benefit Customers

Walgreens is poised to become the global leader in prescription pharmaceuticals.

Vie Chef Nominated Among Best in Country

Paul Virant, the chef/owner at Vie in Western Springs, has once again been honored by the James Beard Foundation, which recognizes culinary professionals for their work.

3,000 Pounds of Corned Beef Barrel-Cured at Casey's

Casey's in Western Springs knows how to do corned beef. They use a four-week process to cure the meat in a barrel. Get a glimpse into the process with this video.

Kirschbaum's, Mécénat Recognized Among 'Best of the West'

West Suburban Living magazine readers voted a number of Western Springs hotspots among their favorites for dining, shopping and entertainment in the western suburbs.

Born in Greece, Celebrating 50 Years at Garden Market Salon

George Beshilas of George's Hair Designs has spent half a century running the Garden Market salon after first coming to the U.S. with no experience.

Labor and Delivery at Adventist La Grange Gets an Update

Having a baby at Adventist La Grange? Your experience just got a bit cozier.

Western Springs Mom Brings Peer Tutoring Business to LT Area

Aristotle Peers pairs local students with academically-qualified high-school- and college-aged tutors; the business is now open in Western Springs, La Grange and the area.

La Grange Experimenting with Free Valet in Downtown

The current program runs through the end of January on Friday and Saturday nights; the $3,500 monthly cost is split by the Village and the Business Association.

Bottle and Bottega in La Grange Celebrates Grand Opening

Open since December, the downtown La Grange location is the eighth for the growing franchise of BYOB casual "art-party" studios.

Davanti Enoteca Restaurant Coming to Downtown Western Springs

Replacing 800 West, the location will be the fifth nationwide for a wine bar franchise launched in 2010 in Chicago's Little Italy neighborhood.