Wheaton, IL|News|
4th Of July Fireworks 2021 Near Wheaton
Patch has your complete guide to Fourth of July fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around Wheaton.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
- Downers Grove, IL
Lisa Farver has written professionally in and around Chicago since 2009. In her free time, she performs standup comedy and personal storytelling throughout Chicago. Lisa also moonlights as a children's birthday party entertainer, so when she's not spinning comedic yarns, she's twisting balloons for kids.
Writing for Patch combines two of Lisa's passions: talking to human beings and sharing their stories.
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Naperville, IL|News|
4th Of July Fireworks 2021 Near Naperville
Patch has your complete guide to Fourth of July fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around Naperville.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Downers Grove|News|
4th Of July Fireworks 2021 Near Downers Grove
Patch has your complete guide to Fourth of July fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around Downers Grove.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Woodridge, IL|News|
EF-3 Tornado In DuPage County Hospitalized 11, Displaced Dozens
UPDATE: The National Weather Service reported finding damage consistent with an EF-3 tornado, which can have winds of up to 165 mph.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Naperville Tornado Levels Home, Residents 'Pulled From Rubble'
“You wonder where’s the rest of the house...that rubble could have buried those folks," Chief Puknaitis said.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Best Al Fresco Spot In Naperville: Patch Readers Pick
See which outdoor patios Naperville Patch readers chose as their favorites in our recent poll.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Glen Ellyn, IL|News|
Best Al Fresco Spot In Glen Ellyn: Patch Readers Pick
See which outdoor patios Glen Ellyn Patch readers chose as their favorites in our recent poll.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Downers Grove|News|
Best Al Fresco Spot In Downers Grove: Patch Readers Pick
See which outdoor patios Downers Grove Patch readers chose as their favorites in our recent poll.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Naperville Cops To Increase Patrols Leading Up To 4th Of July
Naperville police will increase patrols from June 19 through July 6.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Glen Ellyn, IL|News|
$1.3M Mansion Boasts Outdoor Bar, Hot Tub, Fireplace In Lombard
Entertainment options abound in this home, which also features an indoor bar, a wine cellar and a home theater.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Glen Ellyn, IL|News|
Free Drive-Thru Shredding Event Planned In Glen Ellyn
Residents can shred up to three bags or boxes of paper at the June 26 event.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Downers Grove|News|
Victorian Mansion With Sun Room Near Downtown Downers Grove
Built in 1870, this Victorian gem features floor-to-ceiling windows, six fireplaces, a sun room and close to an acre of land.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Chicago, IL|News|
Good News, Illinois: 100th Birthday, Boy Saved, Cookie Shop Opens
We hope these Good News, Illinois, stories add some sunshine to your day!
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Crumbl Cookies Now Open In Naperville
Naperville's newest bake shop, Crumbl Cookies, features a rotating menu of cookies that are mixed and baked in-house daily.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Downers Grove|News|
Rotary GroveFest 2021 Set For August In Downers Grove: Report
The popular festival was canceled in 2020 due to coronavirus.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Downers Grove|News|
Early Morning Fire Guts Home In Woodridge
A resident was awakened by a fire in their home just before 8 a.m. Thursday.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Classic Car Show Pulls Into Downtown Naperville For Dad's Day
Vintage rides will line the streets of downtown Naperville June 19.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
Cooling Centers Open In DuPage County As Temperatures Spike
DuPage County offers more than three dozen cooling centers for those seeking shelter from the upcoming hot weather.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
Thousands Of American Flags To Fly On 'Field Of Honor' In Wheaton
The Field of Honor display will feature 2,000 flags dedicated to military veterans and service members, first responders and other heroes.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Lisle, IL|News|
Luxurious Lisle Mansion Features Home Theater, Private Pub
Set on one acre of land, this beautiful brick home also boasts a portico with a futuristic fire pit and outdoor speakers.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
