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Sacramento entrepreneur: 'It’s all about palate' when it comes to making hand-rolled cigars
Lynn Greer of Sacramento loves to travel, and he loves cigars.
The Cigar Czar’s cigar and sprits revue
By South Cook News reports Mar 12, 2021
Cigar aficionados discuss their favorite cigar and scotch pairings.
Calumet Country Club developer to disconnect site from Homewood; development to continue
By South Cook News reports Mar 11, 2021
Developer Walt Brown, Jr. said a settlement was in place with Homewood and that the Calumet Country Club development is going ahead despite the village's vote against rezoning the site.
Calumet City likely to get its first black mayor
By South Cook News reports Mar 10, 2021
Rep. Thaddeus Jones has has taken a big step toward becoming the first black mayor of Calumet City.
Doughboy invites people to taste his food, craving follows
‘World-famous Spaghedough’ is foundation of Chicago restaurant that features unique comfort food
Master barber also has touch with numbers
Quentin "Que" Wells has an expert's touch with hair.
Five black women make history as candidates, elected officials in South Cook area
By Suburban Marquee reports Mar 7, 2021
Several local women are making history throughout the South Cook community, which is fitting since March is Women’s History Month.
Calumet redevelopment will have a positive economic impact, says local contractor
By South Cook News reports Mar 7, 2021
Brian Mullins, the president of the Illinois Black Contractors Association, said he hopes the village of Homewood moves forward with the redevelopment plans for Calumet Country Club because it will have a positive economic impact on the area.
Monet S. Wilson makes history in Calumet City
Having no luck finding a job in Calumet City is frustrating.
'Growing jazz': Kendall Lewis continues his father's legacy
"It’s not just about trying to write a great song," Kendall Lewis said. "But, how many of them are broadening their horizon by learning music. Learning the skills, learning the instruments."
Aquaponics farm planned as part of Calumet Country Club redevelopment
By South Cook News reports Mar 3, 2021
Community developers have big plans for the former Calumet Country Club property, including adding an aquaponics farm to the property.