It’s a marvel walking amongst our region’s snow-covered woods. Executive Editor Janine Pumilia admires the lovely trees.

Our area boasts many successful private schools, and many combine college-preparatory education with a strong liberal arts education. Discover some of our area’s best private schools.

It’s a museum and a classroom, and it’s home to a surprising collection of ancient artifacts. Step inside the vaults at this Beloit museum and see why students love this longstanding institution.

Organized religion played a major role in the settling of Illinois and continues to influence the culture of our region. Discover places of worship, one in the country and one in the city.