Barbara Vitello
Theater Critic and Legal Affairs Writer at Daily Herald
Daily Herald theater critic and legal affairs writer
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dailyherald.com | Barbara Vitello
Kristyn Benedyk, sister of the late Kimberley Benedyk Sandford who inspired Saturday’s “A Pint for Kim” blood drive at Naperville North High School, talks with Ezequiel Trevino, regional manager for donor recruitment of Versiti Blood Center of Illinois. Joe Lewnard/[email protected] Outside Naperville North High School on Saturday, a mini-fest — with kids’ activities, inflatable attractions, live music, food trucks and a car show — was taking place.
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Lombard-based Performance Services, a company that specializes in the design and construction of energy efficient buildings, took top honors in the midsize business category during the Daily Herald’s Best Places to Work 2025 recognition luncheon Thursday in Glen Ellyn. Brian Hill/[email protected] In business, change is ongoing and there always will be challenges to overcome.
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Aspiring musician Drew (Mack Spotts), second from right, falls in love with aspiring actress Sherrie (Dani Pike), right, in Metropolis Performing Arts Centre’s revival of the jukebox tuner “Rock of Ages.” Courtesy of Jennifer Heim Photography “Rock of Ages” — 2.5 stars The good thing about “Rock of Ages,” the jukebox tuner running through May 25 at the Metropolis Performing Arts Centre, is its abundance of 1980s chart-topping tunes.
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Citizen advocacy groups urged the Illinois Commerce Commission to reject Nicor’s proposed rate hike, but the utility says the additional revenue is needed to provide safe, reliable energy to customers. Daily Herald File Photo Representatives from the Citizens Utility Board and other citizen advocate groups urged Illinois regulators Wednesday to reject Nicor Gas Company's request for a $308.6 million rate increase.
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dailyherald.com | Barbara Vitello
The Chicago Dogs baseball team opens its season this week at Impact Field in Rosemont. Courtesy of Matt Zuro Baseball’s back in the ’burbs • The Chicago Dogs opens their 2025 season this weekend at Impact Field, 9850 Balmoral Ave., Rosemont. Opening-night attendees will receive a free jersey. On Mother’s Day, moms receive a Chicago Dogs hat, a hot dog and a mimosa. Tickets start at $10. thechicagodogs.com.
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