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Fibrenew Fox Valley North Celebrates Ribbon Cutting with Cary-Grove Area Chamber of Commerce
Fibrenew Fox Valley North Celebrates Ribbon Cutting withCary-Grove Area Chamber of Commerce CARY, IL — The Cary-Grove Area Chamber of Commerce celebrated Fibrenew Fox Valley North with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on August 27, welcoming the growing business to the community. Fibrenew Fox Valley North is owned and operated by franchise owner Tony Marineau, a longtime Cary resident who is excited to combine his commitment to the community with a business that helps customers save time, money and valuable
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24/7 Embroidery and Screen Printing Moves to New Crystal Lake Location
24/7 Embroidery and Screen Printing Moves to New Crystal Lake Location CRYSTAL LAKE — 24/7 Embroidery and Screen Printing has moved to a new location at 438 W. Virginia St., Crystal Lake, just down the street from its previous location. The move gives the longtime Crystal Lake business greater visibility, additional space and an improved retail shopping experience for its customers.The Cary-Grove Area Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting on July 23 to celebrate the new location. Owner Theresa
Bark & Mane Celebrates Rebrand and Continued Growth in Mobile Pet Grooming
Bark & Mane Celebrates Rebrand and Continued Growth in Mobile Pet Grooming Cary, IL — The Cary-Grove Area Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting on Thursday, June 26, to celebrate the official rebranding of Aussie Pet Mobile to Bark & Mane. Bark & Mane, a nationwide mobile pet grooming service, will continue to offer the same trusted groomers, convenient mobile service, and quality pet care that customers have come to know. With the rebrand, the company is introducing an updated website under the
Wild Asparagus Catering Celebrates Expanded Space
Wild Asparagus CateringCelebrates Expanded Space Lake Barrington, IL – On May 21, 2026, The Cary-Grove Area Chamber of Commerce and the Barrington Area Chamber of Commerce co-hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the expansion of Wild Asparagus Catering, located at 22000 N. Pepper Rd., #D in Lake Barrington. Owned by Julia and Maddie Noack King, Wild Asparagus Catering has expanded its space to better serve clients planning weddings, celebrations, corporate events, and private gatherings. The
Cary-Grove Area Chamber of Commerce Awards Chamber Scholarships to Cary-Grove High School Students
Cary-Grove High School Students Awarded Chamber Scholarships (Cary, IL – 5/16/2026) The Cary-Grove Area Chamber of Commerce awarded two $2,000 scholarships to students at Cary-Grove High School. The awards are intended to encourage area students to pursue college interests that might impact local business. Over the years, the Chamber has given away more than $70,000 in scholarship awards to local high school students.The Chamber is proud to make this investment in our local youth who may someday become
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2026 Miss Cary-Grove Business Leadership Pageant
2026 Miss Cary-Grove Business Leadership Pageant (Cary, IL – 05/20/2026) On Wednesday, May 20, eleven young women competed for the crown in the 2026 Miss Cary-Grove Business Leadership Pageant at Cary-Grove High School in Cary, Illinois.Congratulations to 2026 Miss Cary-Grove, Ellie McGrath, who was sponsored by the law firm of Vaclavek, Hartman, Vaclavek, PC. Ellie will receive a $3,000.00 scholarship for college. 1st Runner Up, Cassidy Koester, sponsored by Martin Chevrolet, will receive a $1,000.00
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Cary-Grove Area Chamber of Commerce Hosts Annual Dinner-”Passport to Prosperity”
Cary-Grove Area Chamber of Commerce Hosts Annual Dinner-”Passport to Prosperity” [FOX RIVER GROVE, IL] On Friday, April 17, 2026, the Cary-Grove Area Chamber of Commerce hosted their Annual Dinner and Silent Auction at Avanté Banquets and Conference Center, 1050 Northwest Hwy., in Fox River Grove. The theme was “Passport to Prosperity”, to celebrate the many milestones and opportunities that local businesses help create throughout the community. The theme reflects the idea that every connection made,
When It's Time to Let Someone Go: A Practical Guide for Cary-Grove Employers
Letting go of an employee or contractor is one of the hardest decisions a business owner makes — and one of the most legally consequential. In fiscal year 2024, the EEOC secured record discrimination recoveries — nearly $700 million for workers — as new charge filings rose 9.2% over the prior year. For small businesses in the Cary-Grove area, getting this process right isn't just about doing the right thing. It's about protecting everything you've built.How Do You Know It's Time? Not every performance
Upgrade Your Website Before the Recovery — Not After
Your website is either pulling customers in or letting them drift away — and during economic uncertainty, that gap becomes expensive. E-commerce represents a growing share of all retail transactions globally, already a fifth of worldwide retail sales and projected to reach 22.6% by 2027. For businesses in Cary and Fox River Grove, that shift is concrete: when seasonal community events like Cary Cruise Nights draw foot traffic and local attention, your website is where curiosity becomes a customer — or
Lord of Beers Brings Craft Beer and Indian-Inspired Tacos to Fox River Grove
Lord of Beers Brings Craft Beer and Indian-Inspired Tacos to Fox River Grove Fox River Grove, IL — The Cary-Grove Area Chamber of Commerce hosted a Ribbon Cutting on March 5to celebrate the grand opening of Lord of Beers, a new craft beer and fusion dining destination located at 726 Northwest Hwy., Fox River Grove. Lord of Beers brings together craft beer, bold flavors, and a welcoming social atmosphere designed to become a go-to gathering place in the community. Lord of Beers features aselection of
Chick-fil-A Crystal Lake Celebrates Grand Re-Opening and New Ownership
Chick-fil-A Crystal Lake Celebrates Grand Re-Opening and New Ownership Crystal Lake, IL – The Chick-fil-A restaurant in Crystal Lake celebrated its Grand Re-Opening on Saturday, February 21, marking an exciting new chapter under the ownership of Josh Chapel. The Cary-Grove Area Chamber of Commerce co-hosted a Ribbon Cutting ceremony alongside the Crystal Lake Chamber of Commerce to commemorate the occasion and officially welcome Chapel as the new Owner-Operator. Chapel takes over ownership following the
Cary-Grove Area Chamber of Commerce Celebrates Ribbon Cutting and Open House
Cary-Grove Area Chamber of Commerce Celebrates Ribbon Cutting and Open House Cary, IL - The Cary-Grove Area Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting and open house on January 6 to celebrate its move to a new office location at 1005 Alexander Ct., Unit E, in Cary. The celebration was held in conjunction with the Chamber’s Holiday Party and featured the “Taste of the Chamber,” where 15 local restaurants showcased their food for attendees. The Chamber relocated after its previous office building was
