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Evanston design agency makes America’s Top 100 Small Businesses list

September 26, 2024

Evanston business Chykalophia made the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s list celebrating the top 100 small businesses in the country Sept. 5. The list, known as the CO—100, honors small and mid-sized...

City hosts weeklong local entrepreneurship celebration

November 17, 2014

A slew of events in Evanston this week will showcase and celebrate entrepreneurial activity in the city. The inaugural Evanston Entrepreneurship Week is being held through a collaborative effort...

Evanston looks to hold second social media webinar for local businesses

May 26, 2014

The city’s Economic Development Division looks to hold its second set of social media webinars May 29, focusing on Pinterest and Instagram tips for local businesses. The free webinar lasts 75 minutes...

Evanston looks to fill downtown arts panel

October 22, 2013

The city is beginning its recruitment process for a committee that will decide whether a performing arts center in downtown Evanston is viable. Mayor Elizabeth Tisdahl is looking to appoint nine members...

Developer plans ‘dignified’ replacement for Keg

September 19, 2013

The Keg of Evanston, which closed earlier this year after a long legal battle with the city, will be replaced with what a developer calls a “dignified” restaurant. The new establishment is expected...

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