Bar 'Ruins' Thanksgiving Dinner | IL College Closes | Major Chain Nixes Exact Change: IL Business News

This week in Illinois business news, a community devastated by the closure of a longstanding college; a major fast-food chain has decided to round cash change due to the penny shortage; and a local bar & grill vowing to ruin Thanksgiving.

Additionally, a local bakery was inducted into the Illinois Made Program, becoming part of a list of establishments that make Illinois "an incredible destination for residents and visitors alike."

Check out this week's top headlines for Illinois business news on Patch:

• Shock, Resignation, Sadness In Wake Of Trinity Christian College's Closure
• Thanksgiving Roll Returns To Local Bar & Grill: 'We Are Ruining Traditional Thanksgiving Dinner'
• Chicago-Based Burger Chain Doing Away With Exact Change
• This Local Bakery Was Inducted Into Illinois Made Program

The Bottom Line

• The demand at a free food giveaway on the south side of Chicago organized to provide relief for residents affected by the suspension of SNAP benefits, drew an overwhelming crowd.
• A Southwest Airlines flight at Chicago O'Hare Airport bound for Las Vegas clipped a bus on the tarmac, doing minor damage to the vehicle.

Deal of the Week

Many restaurants are offering free meals to veterans to commend them for
their service this Veterans Day. Restaurants with Veterans Day freebies
include:

• Applebee's - Veterans and active-duty military members can select free entrée when dining in on Nov. 11.
• IHOP - Veterans and active-duty military members will receive a complimentary Red, White and Blueberry combo on Nov. 11.
• California Pizza Kitchen - Veterans and active-duty military members will receive a complimentary entrée when dining in, as well as a buy-one-get-one coupon as a gesture of gratitude for their service.

More Restaurant News

'Wonderful Memories:' Nature's Best Café Announces Plans To Close
Nature's Best Café is set to close after nearly 10 years in Naperville.

Bonita Bowls To Host Grand Opening At Downtown Wheaton Location
The first 50 customers to attend the Nov. 8 grand opening will receive free smoothie bowls.

Romeoville Board Honors Local Restaurant On 20th Anniversary
Mayor John Noak said the restaurant has been a "big part" of the community.

Lemont Restaurant Offers Free Lunch For Those Losing SNAP Benefits
Wooden Paddle is offering free lunch throughout November for those losing their SNAP benefits.

Fast-Casual Restaurant In Crystal Lake Closes
The only Freddy's in McHenry County closed last week, leaving 13 locations in Illinois and none in the Chicago area.

Drive-Thru-Only Coffee Shop Approved For Former Chili's Lot In Plainfield
Trustees were unanimous in their decision to approve the ordinances necessary to bring a popular drive-thru-only coffee shop to Plainfield.

Barrio Burrito Bar On Route 59 In Shorewood: 'I Am Super Excited To Try This Place'
It's been a couple of years since Joliet's Brandon Kelly moved his Undisputed Nutrition store next to his Joliet gym on Essington Road.

Joliet Restaurant Closes: Kitchen Equipment Now Up For Sale
In September 2019, Jessy and her husband Ruben Rodriguez opened Sunshine Mexican Cafe, 406 N. Scott St.

More Business News

Data Center Public Hearing Continues Wednesday As Resident Opposition Mounts
Karis Critical Data Center has received pushback from some residents over noise, environmental and other concerns.

'Exciting New Projects' Coming Soon To Budler Road
Two new businesses will be opening their doors.

New Business With Cafe, Market, 'Artisanal Bar' Opens In Crystal Lake
Lake Roots has opened in Crystal Lake.

Dogtopia Opens Dog Daycare, Spa In Geneva
Dogtopia's services include daycare, overnight and long-term boarding, grooming and spa services, and webcam access.

Emagine Entertainment, With Theaters In Batavia, Frankfort, Acquired In $105M Deal
A Belgian movie operator acquired Emagine Entertainment, which operates 14 theaters across the Midwest.

Hickory Hills Speedway Sells Winning Lucky Day Lotto Ticket
If you happened to buy a Lucky Day Lotto ticket at the Hickory Hills Speedway, you might want to check your ticket.

Mother McAuley Mothers Club 'Shopapalooza' Offers Boutique Venders, Crafters And Food Trucks
Mother McAuley High School Shopapalooza's features over 90 boutique vendors, crafters and food trucks Saturday, Nov. 1.

Café, Museum Set For Hinsdale Historical Home
A local group is raising money to make its plan a reality.

'It's Going To Be Beautiful': New Lenox Tru Country's Owners Eye Spring Opening
The blighted TJ's is no longer—Tru Country stands bright and white in its place. Its owner talks progress, vision and opening timeline.