A local tattoo shop in DeKalb has temporarily closed, but the owner said it plans to reopen under a new name in a matter of weeks.

The DeKalb Salvation Army is accepting registration for its annual Thanksgiving food box for needy families to receive food for the holidays.

After receiving intense public criticism and an unfavorable recommendation from the Sycamore Planning and Zoning Commission in September, the businessman behind a proposed development along Plank Road again will ask the city for consideration Monday.

Elementary school students will be able to participate in a school-related game, activity, or craft during a DeKalb Public Library drop-in event.

The J.F. Glidden Homestead and Historical Center recently was awarded a grant from the Kishwaukee Sunrise Rotary to create a museum children’s activity area.

Participants can learn how microforests create healthier, more resilient and cooler communities.

The DeKalb Corn Classic, a 5K and 10K race that steers runners through the city and onto Northern Illinois University campus, saw its largest number of participants this year, organizers said.

The NIU offense struggled to score points again, this time against an Eastern Michigan defense that had been allowing more than 35 points per game. The Huskies lost 16-10 and still haven't scored 20 points in a game this year.

The Kishwaukee Concert Band will open its 24th concert season with a performance to honor the late William “Bill” Schulze" of Elburn, a fellow musician and friend of the band, according to a news release.

This year, 169 students received 214 individual awards totaling more than $436,000 in scholarships from funds at the DeKalb County Community Foundation.