The Ebinger and Ruehle families immigrated from Germany to Ann Arbor, Michigan in 1834 before eventually settling in present-day Edison Park. John and Katherine Ebinger came with their 21-year-old son, Christian, and his new wife, Barbara Ruehle. Though they found the Chicago lands too swampy, they continued traveling northwest on the Indian trail to Milwaukee, […]
Best Of Chicago Suburbs
10 Best Things to do in the Chicago Suburbs This Weekend
Looking to escape the hustle and bustle this weekend for a day out to remember? The wonderful suburbs of Chicago offer a huge range of attractions and experiences to satisfy the adventurous soul. Here we look at the 10 best things to do this weekend to excite mind, body and spirit outside of the metropolis. […]
The Five Best Beaches in the Chicago Suburbs
When the sun comes out in Chicago, there’s no better place to be than the beach. Whether you’re looking to go for a swim, play some beach volleyball, rent kayaks, or just enjoy some amazing views while kicking back with an ice cream, the city’s suburbs have a great range of options to choose from […]
Living In St Charles: A historic town with the best of modern living
The city of St Charles, IL, proves that you don’t have to travel far from Chicago to get a taste of old-world Midwestern charm. Named “The Pride of The Fox”, this quaint suburban town grew up on the banks of The Fox River, where it was first founded almost 200 years ago. The railway was […]
What are the safest Chicago Suburbs in 2022?
A recent study by the New Yorker showed that people think of Chicago as being much more dangerous than it actually is. It’s no surprise, then, that most of us want to know whether a suburb is safe when we’re looking for a new home. Although it’s a comfort to know that Chicago isn’t as […]
6 Best Chicago Suburbs To Buy A Home Right Now
Real estate in the Chicago suburbs is seeing similar trends to the rest of the U.S. There’s a shortage of more than 3 million homes, causing offers to multiply, competition to intensify, and, ultimately, prices to skyrocket. Home prices shot up nearly 20% in the last year – a record level. Here is a link to […]
