God Bless Carl Bentson

There is a hole in the heart of West 7th Street now. Carl Bentson, 62, has died. He was a

A 1950s Gentleman-Type Doctor Exchange

I asked real estate sale guru-friend Steve Sprafka if he had any famous clients or notable sales recently.

“Eric Clapton bought two 1969 Fender twin reverb amps last year. He calls me sometimes.”

Holiday Decor Competition: Do you have a neighbor that wows you every year with their holiday decor? Nominations are now

November 28, 2024 Damian Goebel 18 min read

This holiday season, there is lots to see and do in the area: from artisan craft markets to Broadway theatrical

November 28, 2024 Damian Goebel 2 min read

Joe Landsberger has always been a student of West 7th history. Now he’s sharing some of that long-held, and much

Thank you, from the bottom of our hearts, to those who have contributed to our Give to the Max Day

November 28, 2024 Tim Johnson 2 min read Columns

Building Community The snow blower is ready to go. It is possible; of course, we will have another poor excuse

November 28, 2024 Damian Goebel 1 min read

Viengchan Oriental Market is moving ever closer to opening its doors at the site of the former Cooper’s Foods, 633

November 28, 2024 Damian Goebel 0 min read

If you’ve been to Irvine Park, 251 Walnut St., recently, you’ve probably noticed a glaring omission from the picturesque square