👋 Property Taxes Revealed + 28 Festivals & 40+ Spooky Stops

Think your property tax bill is high?

We compared median annual property taxes across 33 Northwest Suburbs, and the differences are pretty significant. Several communities came in at $10,000+ a year, while others came in closer to $5,000-$6,000.

Lake Zurich, Bartlett and Arlington Heights were among the highest communities where an exact figure was available. How does your suburb compare? (See All 33 Suburbs →)

• Arlington Heights: Downtown music venue Hey Nonny has been put up for sale, with the owners hoping a buyer will keep the space operating as a live music venue.

• Bartlett: The village received the GFOA Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for its 2026-2027 budget, marking the 36th time Bartlett has earned the national recognition.

• Buffalo Grove: The Police Department is collecting new, unopened pet supplies throughout October for A Safe Place, supporting pets staying with survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking. Donations can be dropped off at 46 Raupp Blvd.

• Des Plaines: The city will hold several special City Council meetings in October to discuss the proposed 2027 budget, with meetings scheduled for Oct. 8th, Oct. 22nd and, if needed, Oct. 28th at City Hall. All are open to the public.

• Elgin: Larkin High School unveiled its new outdoor sports stadium, giving the school a new on-campus home for athletic events and competitions.

• Mount Prospect: The library recently completed a nearly $5 million second-floor renovation, adding flexible spaces for studying, gathering, learning and community use.

• Palatine: The village will host a Downtown Palatine Grand Re-Opening on Oct. 10th from 3-9 PM, celebrating completed downtown improvements with local food, drinks and live music at the Firefighters Memorial Parking Lot.

• Rolling Meadows: The Park District plans to turn a donated three-acre property and home at 5041 Dupont Ave. into a community learning center for classes, youth programs and small gatherings.

• Schaumburg: The village will host its annual Public Safety Open House Oct. 17th from 11 AM to 2 PM at Public Safety Campus, 950/1000 W. Schaumburg Road, with rescue demonstrations, police tours, health screenings, games and giveaways.

• Wheeling: Wheeling High School needed nearly $500,000 in emergency plumbing repairs after crews replaced about 300 feet of deteriorated sewer pipe beneath a main hallway.

Hoffman Estates: Madoov Supplies | Janitorial & Facility Supplies | Ribbon Cutting Ceremony | Oct. 9th | 2 PM (Link)

Schaumburg: Regal Jewels | Jewelry Store (Link)

Arlington Heights: Jordan Educational Therapy LLC | Individualized educational support for students from kindergarten through age 21 (Link)

Niles: Hakuna Matata | Halal Mediterranean Grill (Link)

Niles: Glo Up Salon | Beauty Salon (Link)

Crystal Lake: Burrito Parrilla Mexicana | Mexican Grill (Link)

Crystal Lake: Old School Fabrics | Opening Soon | Sewing materials & classes (Link)

My wife and I recently stopped by Armo Grill in Wheeling, another place we’ve driven past countless times but somehow never tried. That seems to be becoming a pattern for us! 😄

Armo Grill has been serving Mediterranean and Armenian cuisine since January 2024. It’s a true family-run restaurant, and we had the chance to meet the father and son while we were there. They were incredibly friendly, and you could really feel how much pride the family puts into the food and restaurant.

We tried the combo plate with lamb kabob, chicken kabob and lula beef kabob, along with Armenian rice pilaf and potatoes. We also had the Jerusalem salad, falafel, hummus and a huge steak shawarma. Everything was fresh, flavorful and generously portioned.

Dessert was another highlight. The family makes the desserts themselves, and the baklava was one of the best I’ve had. The Napoleon cake was also excellent.

They also offer catering, private parties, beer and wine, plus some unique Armenian specialties like Khashlama Beef Soup and seasonal Khash Soup.

Overall, we had a great experience. Delicious food, generous portions, reasonable prices and genuinely nice people.

You can also find Armo Grill at Wheeling’s Taste of the Town on October 28th. If you stop by, tell them Northwest Neighbor sent you! 😊 (Link)

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