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Darvin has expanded its distribution center in Mokena.

Comings & Goings: Darvin expands Mokena distribution center, Orland Chick-fil-A reopens, and more

February 16, 2022 at 10:37 a.m.

Darvin Furniture & Mattress expands Mokena distribution center Darvin Furniture & Mattress has expanded its Mokena Distribution Center as part of its response to consumer demand for in-stock items and...

Royalberry Waffle House is still open despite rumors to the contrary, though the restaurant in Palos Heights has reduced its hours.

Comings & Goings: Royalberry owner dispels closure rumors as Palos Heights plaza prepares for Pete’s grocery, and more

February 8, 2022 at 12:14 p.m.

Owner dispels rumors of restaurant closure Frank Salman, owner of Royalberry Waffle House and Restaurant in Palos Heights, has a simple message: "We're not closed!" Salman said rumors have been...

Jersey Mike's is now open at Brookside Marketplace in Tinley Park.

Comings & Goings: Jersey Mike’s opens in Tinley Park, Amarie’s closes in Palos Hills, and more

February 2, 2022 at 11:01 a.m.

Jersey Mike's now open in Tinley Park Jersey Mike's franchise owner Mac Shimmon, who owns several of the restaurants across the south and west suburbs, opened his newest location last...

WoodStreet Cabinet will hold a grand opening Thursday in Mokena.

Comings & Goings: Mokena cabinet shop holds grand opening; Middle East restaurant opens in Orland, and more

January 26, 2022 at 12:02 p.m.

Joel Powless does not let adversity get him down. He lost his first business, J Powless Fine Cabinetry, more than a decade ago during an economic downturn. He started a...

Hog Wild Oak Lawn has delayed its opening from January 10 to January 17.

Comings & Goings: Banquet hall closes in Alsip, Oak Lawn restaurant delays opening, and more

January 12, 2022 at 1:37 p.m.

Chateau Bu-Sché closes in Alsip Popular banquet hall Chateau Bu-Sché, which has been hosting weddings, corporate events and other private parties for 45 years, closed on New Year's Eve. "After...

Demolition continues at the former Kmart store at 173rd Street and Torrence Avenue in Lansing.

Comings & Goings: Demolition underway at former Lansing Kmart site, Saunoris closes Chicago Ridge location, and more

January 4, 2022 at 4:13 p.m.

Demolition is underway at the former Kmart store at 173rd Street and Torrence Avenue in Lansing to make way for a new gas station and convenience store on the property. The...

Brown's Chicken at 159th Street and Oak Park Avenue in Tinley Park was demolished last week to make way for a new Smoothie King.

Comings & Goings: Tinley Park getting a Smoothie King, comic shop closing in Evergreen Park, and more

December 22, 2021 at 5:00 a.m.

Smoothie King coming to Tinley Park The old Brown's Chicken building at 159th Street and Oak Park Avenue in Tinley Park was torn down last week to make room for...

Comings & Goings: Smashburger opens in Orland Park, Traverso’s closing in Tinley, and more

December 14, 2021 at 4:08 p.m.

Smashburger opens second south suburban location Denver-based Smashburger opened its newest south suburban location last week at 15061 S. LaGrange Road in Orland Park near the new Raising Cane's, Chipotle...

Customers who donate a toy at Pop's locations will receive a free drink.

Comings & Goings: Free pop for those who donate toys, Beverly area sets shopping events, and more

December 8, 2021 at 10:53 a.m.

Pop's launches Toys for Tots drive Donate a toy, leave with a free pop at Pop's. Palos Heights-based Pop's Italian Beef & Sausage is ringing in the season of giving...

Dianna Parkman, left, and Deanna Parkman with customer James Smith, of Alsip, at the October 29 grand opening of Intentional Nutrition in Alsip.

Comings & Goings: Nutrition shop opens in Alsip, oil change shop coming to Palos Heights, and more

November 30, 2021 at 5:05 p.m.

A wellness bar opened earlier this fall in Alsip. Intentional Nutrition, 11951 S. Pulaski Road, is owned by sisters Dianna Parkman and Deanna Parkman and their uncle Michael Cornelius. The...

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