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The Daily Northwestern

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


Saville Flowers opened in 1942 and has been passed down through four generations of family ownership.

Saville Flowers reopens with renovated storefront

January 14, 2024

The sweet aroma of colorful flowers wafts through the air. Potted plants and candles decorate the shelves. In the cooler, an assortment of flowers wait to be picked and arranged into a bouquet. A floral...

A storefront window covered in flowers with “Saville Flowers” written on it.

Saville Flowers: Still growing after 80 years

November 19, 2023

Even as winter approaches Evanston, Saville Flowers remains in full bloom. Located at 1714 Sherman Ave., the family and locally owned business has been a hallmark of Evanston for over 80 years. “We're...

Everything Evanston: Citizens commemorate town anniversary

Everything Evanston: Citizens commemorate town anniversary

May 28, 2023

    For Evanston’s 160th anniversary, community residents and city officials share testimonies regarding their experiences and relationship with the town. SERENA BROWN: Evanston...

Saville Flowers, 1714 Sherman Ave. Saville is one of many Evanston businesses preparing for one of the biggest marketing holidays of the year: Valentine’s Day.

Evanston businesses ready for you and your boo

February 12, 2019

From special outdoor seating to themed meals, businesses throughout Evanston are preparing for Valentine’s Day this Thursday. Evanston businesses will offer lovers special deals on interesting gifts...

Bookends & Beginnings, 1712 Sherman Ave. The bookstore’s owner, Nina Barrett, said rising rent prices in Evanston are intimidating to local retail businesses.

Local retail stores struggle to compete with rising rent prices

January 17, 2019

Steep increases in rent prices are making it more difficult for local retail stores to stay in business, and, in some cases, local businesses have been forced to close. Rent prices in Evanston increased...

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