Business

Voice coach and teacher has passion for pop

” That’s what singer, songwriter, voice instructor and voice coach, Meredith Colby said about her long career in music. “The reason I sing is because I could never imagine not singing.” Colby, whose Deerfield based company, North Shore Voice has been providing lessons and coaching …

Magical sprays ease kids’ fears, attract tooth fairy

DEERFIELD — When Debbie Glickman decided to expand the product line of Fairytale Wishes Inc., her four-year-old company that manufactures scented pillow sprays to help ease anxieties and fears in young children, she decided to focus on what she calls “one of the most magical times in a child’s life:” The tooth fairy.

Raging Kitchen brings restaurant on wheels to Lake County

The latest rage on Lake County roads comes in the form of veggie wraps and lobster rolls. Raging Kitchen’s food truck rolled onto to the streets Lake County this fall, and is booked solid with office, school and other weekday site visits for the rest of spring. The 28-foot-long truck is operated by Mundelein-based Ruprecht Company.

Diner is a place where “everybody knows your name”

DEERFIELD — When walking into Kevin’s Place, don’t be surprised if you see owner, Kevin Quigley seated at a table with some customers, hugging his customers, or announcing to everyone at the restaurant that you have arrived. That’s because the restaurant business is all about the people for Quigley.

Deerfield tutor helps boost ACT scores

DEERFIELD — Adam Faletsky is one happy high school kid. The senior at Highland Park High School just found out he got a significant scholarship to Tulane University.

Deerfield personal trainer aims for better health, not perfect body

DEERFIELD — Personal trainer, Betsy Phillips looks at her career a lot differently than most other trainers. She isn’t trying to give her clients six pack abs and perfectly sculpted biceps. Instead, her goal is to save their lives.

Motorola Mobility to cut 1,200 jobs

Motorola Mobility, the money-losing maker of cellphones that Google Inc. bought last year, said Friday it will cut 1,200 jobs, about 10 percent of its work force, mostly outside of the United States.

Walgreens U area’s latest collegiate addition

You are not going find any football, basketball or soccer teams at Walgreens University, but teamwork is at the center of the company’s effort to double down on its employee education to promote long-term careers.

Walgreens U area’s latest collegiate addition

You are not going find any football, basketball or soccer teams at Walgreens University, but teamwork is at the center of the company’s effort to double down on its employee education to promote long-term careers.

Deerfield divorce attorney favors collaborative law

DEERFIELD — Any couple who has gone through a divorce knows how difficult and complex the process can be. With issues such as custody, finances and real estate, a divorce can take years, can become extremely costly, and can weigh heavily on emotions.

Clients are like friends to Deerfield limo drivers

DEERFIELD — Both Bud Hicks and his father-in-law, Oleg Godun say that when driving a client to the airport, it’s like driving a friend. It’s an attitude that has helped make their business, VJ Limousine a success.

Best friends in the bug business

RIVERWOODS — It’s every mother’s worst nightmare. You get a call from the school nurse informing you that your child has head lice. Unfortunately, those pesky little insects are more common than most people think, with dozens of cases in elementary schools all over Lake County.