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Five Things To Do: August 12-14
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The Story Behind the Salt Shed, Chicago's Big, New Music Venue

By David McMillin
An iconic site in the North Branch corridor becomes a new centerpiece of the city’s live music scene. Read more
Record Plant Smashed Plastic Is Keeping It Local
By Emily Dreibelbis
Known for pressing vinyl for Chicago artists, the shop’s new partnership with Jeff Tweedy will help keep the records spinning. Read more

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5 Short Family Road Trips From Chicago to Help Fight Gas Prices

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Five Things To Do: August 12-14
By Jack McGann
What to do in Chicago this weekend. Read more
Record Plant Smashed Plastic Is Keeping It Local
By Emily Dreibelbis
Known for pressing vinyl for Chicago artists, the shop’s new partnership with Jeff Tweedy will help keep the records spinning. Read more
Quiz: Can You Speak Midwestern?
By Edward Robert McClelland
Ope! Youse want to come with and see if you have our regional dialect? Read more
The Devil Wears Prada Needs More Time in the Workroom
By Kris Vire
The new musical could use a few alterations before it’s fit for Broadway. Read more
What Keeps Survivor Finalist Xander Hastings Running
By Web Behrens
It helps that he stays off his smartphone. Read more