Some foods taste better on hot summer days and starlit summer nights. The bright sun, warm breezes, and shimmery evenings call for cool, sweet, and simple foods. It’s also a time for more uncomplicated recipes and juicy crispness. Here are seven foods you’ll be eating all summer long. You’re sure... [read more]
Summer is here, which means so are the long days and evenings of grilling, parks, picnics, and get-togethers with family and friends. And one of the usual stars of the summer show is the hot dog. But if the thought of serving up a simple dog on a plain bun... [read more]
If your home gets overly warm and you're tempted to turn your AC up this summer, resist the urge and try these effective DIY tricks instead.
Upgrade Your Window Treatment
Although natural lighting is a great way to brighten up your home, it can also warm your home as well. During the... [read more]
Want to branch out beyond the basic burgers, hotdogs, and steaks on the grill this summer? Take some international inspiration with these eclectic grilling recipes.
Mexican Street Corn
This elote, or street corn, is a great starter or side to any summer meal, and it benefits from a quick, light charring over... [read more]
Did you know, Anna Jarvis, the creator of Mother's Day, never meant for it to be a wildly commercialized holiday. Instead, she meant for people to spend more quality time with their mothers. Years after the day had become an official national holiday she urged people to plan family time... [read more]
Summer is just around the corner, and as the weather starts to get warmer, everyone is looking for fun things to do to enjoy some time outdoors. The Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater has some amazing outdoor activities for you to take part in! Whether you're looking for a concert or moonlit... [read more]
The weather is warm but not sweltering, and those pesky summer mosquitos haven't arrived yet. So, it's the perfect time to head to the park, find a shade tree, and have a family picnic. If you want to add a picnic to your agenda this weekend, try a few of... [read more]
As the weather warms up and the flowers start to bloom, why not spend a day outside enjoying our beautiful city of Decatur? With 2,000 acres of parkland, our city offers a plethora of outdoor fun for everyone. You can take a stroll around the lake, rent a pavilion for... [read more]
Do you feel a little nostalgic when thinking about the backyard games you used to play as a kid? You can’t help but want your kids to enjoy the same wholesome experience, but you know you only have a short time to hook them on a new activity. Getting them... [read more]
Some restaurants are so welcoming and inviting that you find yourself going back over and over. That’s what you’ll discover at The Wharf in Decatur. This hidden gem is located behind a gas station and might not look like much from the outside. However, it has a menu full of tasty food... [read more]
