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On Chicago's South Side, a New River Trail Guides the Way Through Nearly Two Centuries of Black History
On Chicago's South Side, a New River Trail Guides the Way Through Nearly Two Centuries of Black History
Paddlers on the 7-mile-long American Heritage Water Trail learn the stories of African Americans who fought for freedom and equality.
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This 136-Year-Old Nebraska Ranch Welcomes Guests to Create, Work and Learn From the Land
This 136-Year-Old Nebraska Ranch Welcomes Guests to Create, Work and Learn From the Land
In a far-flung corner of northwest Nebraska, guests come for an experience that unfolds over miles—a story about a fragile ecosystem and the tough woman trying to preserve it.
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A Pair of Flower Farmers Sows a New Beginning—Twice—in Madison County, Iowa
A Pair of Flower Farmers Sows a New Beginning—Twice—in Madison County, Iowa
Jenn and Adam O'Neal put down roots at Pepperharrow Farm, a 20-acre homestead near Des Moines—and worked with nature to bring it back to life after a devastating 2022 tornado.
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Take a Day Trip to Charming Winona Lake, Indiana—Just 2.5 Hours from Chicago and Indy
Take a Day Trip to Charming Winona Lake, Indiana—Just 2.5 Hours from Chicago and Indy
In the sweet Indiana town of Winona Lake, restored cottages house shops while boats ply a peaceful canal.
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Grill Your Biggest, Best Burger Yet with Chicago Chef Erick Williams
Grill Your Biggest, Best Burger Yet with Chicago Chef Erick Williams
The James Beard Award winner dishes on eating out, honoring roots and upping your burger game. (Hint: There’s a fried egg and bacon involved.)
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A Designer Turned Her Childhood Friend's Home into a Masterful Mash-Up of '70s and '80s Decor Hits
A Designer Turned Her Childhood Friend's Home into a Masterful Mash-Up of '70s and '80s Decor Hits
Shared style crushes help a designer pull from childhood memories to shape a new Chicago area home for a long-time friend.
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New Rose Varieties for Frills, Fragrance and Victorian Charm
New Rose Varieties for Frills, Fragrance and Victorian Charm
Old-timey blooms are back in vogue—and none more so than roses. An Indiana pro shares her growing tips and recommendations.
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Fresh and Colorful Summer Salads
These bright, healthy salads—with veggies, fruits, hearty grains and more—are gorgeous enough to star at your dinner table or a picnic spread.
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Chef Jorge Guzmán's Step-by-Step Guide to Making Tamales
Chef Jorge Guzmán's Step-by-Step Guide to Making Tamales
Tamales are a project, but many hands—even tiny ones—make lighter work.
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