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Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern

Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern


A storefront that reads ‘Parlor on Central.’

Central Street ice cream parlor aims to become Evanston staple

May 21, 2024

Fat Elvis, Super Human and This $&@! Just Got Serious are just three of the ice cream flavors at the newly opened Parlor on Central in Evanston. Eli Kesic owns the shop with his wife Kristina Kesic,...

Customers browsed through the Sidewalk Sale items and interacted with local store owners.

Local independent businesses and community shine through Central Street District’s annual Sidewalk Sale

July 25, 2023

Shoppers, diners, and observers gathered at Evanston’s annual Sidewalk Sale on Central Street to participate in various local discounts, food and entertainment last Thursday through Sunday.  The...

Participants sit on yoga mats in the grass facing an instructor.

Central Street’s Wellness Wednesdays spotlight new businesses, reach new popularity during second summer

July 24, 2022

Each Wednesday, fitness lovers of all ages and experience levels descend on Independence Park, ready to begin their morning with a workout.  This summer marks the second year of Central Street Evanston’s...

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