This week in Illinois business news, the sudden closure of a beloved sandwich spot; a Pizza Hut manager suspected of sneaking cash from registers; and an iconic pizzeria hits a major milestone.
Additionally, a city names a street after the founder of a long-standing business.
Check out this week's top headlines for Illinois business news on Patch:
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Deal of the Week
In celebration of national Tequila day on July 24, Chili's is offering its Classic Marg for $5, its Patron Frozen Marg for $7 and its $6 Margarita of the Month.
Wilmette's Central Station Coffee + Tea Reflects On 5 Years Downtown
Five years in, Central Station Coffee + Tea says its Wilmette roots and coffee program continue to drive growth.
New Breakfast Restaurant Is Coming To Oswego
The new restaurant is taking over the former Dairy Barn building on the property that once housed Dairy Hut.
Grand Opening On The Horizon For Downtown Oswego's New Cocktail Lounge
Bay 54 will open in the former Bike Rack storefront in downtown Oswego.
'This Isn't The End': Hell's BBQ TO Shutter Restaurant After 4 Years In Oswego
Although the sit-down restaurant will be closing, the barbecue joint will continue operating its food truck and offering catering services.
National Coffee Chain Coming To Darien
The company calls itself the "most respected" drive-thru coffee brand in America.
Buffalo Grove Company Acquired After 4 Generations Of Family Ownership
Chicago Show, founded in 1902, was acquired by Grand Rapids entrepreneur Mike Hofmann.
Michele Arana's Plant Store Closes Permanently After Joliet's City Square Can't Help Her Business
The city of Joliet has proclaimed the new downtown City Square would generate all kinds of new foot traffic and business success.
Manhattan’s Young Entrepreneur Market Returns For Fifth Year With Record-Breaking Participation
The market is set for Saturday, July 18, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Village Hall parking lot.
Orland Specialty Shop Owners Celebrate Opening Of New Location
Owners of The Holly House are opening a second location in Orland Park.
The Forge: Lemont Quarries Celebrates Sixth Birthday With Forge Fest
The Forge Fest will run from 4 to 10 p.m., with the Kids Fest running from 4 to 7 p.m. on Saturday.
Wholey Granoly Receives $165K In Financial Assistance After Oswego Village Board Vote
"Wholey Granoly is a very unique concept in many ... ways," the owner said. "Our mindset on food is to keep things more natural and clean."
Keller's Farmstand Opens For The Summer In Oswego, Naperville
Keller's famous homegrown sweet corn is once again for sale, as are a variety of fresh summer produce.
Orland Specialty Shop Owners Celebrate Opening Of New Location
Owners of The Holly House are opening a second location in Orland Park.
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