DeKalb, IL is a vibrant city that offers plenty of activities and attractions to keep visitors entertained and engaged. Known for its rich cultural heritage and diverse range of experiences, DeKalb has something for everyone. From historic sites, museums, and theaters to art galleries, parks, shopping districts, and recreational facilities – there’s truly something for every taste. Visitors can also enjoy the area’s wide array of restaurants offering delicious cuisine from around the world. Reviews about DeKalb are generally positive, with many raving about its friendly atmosphere and attractive downtown district. There are also several unique attractions such as the Ellwood House Museum which is home to an impressive collection of 19th-century artworks as well as a variety of other items related to local history. The beautiful Northern Illinois University campus also attracts many visitors each year who come to explore its grounds and buildings. With its ample entertainment options and interesting attractions, DeKalb is sure to leave a lasting impression on all who visit.
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Not as good as it seems - 9/6/2008
While I love the cheaper rents then in the closer suburbs (to Chicago), the lack of high paying jobs for anyone without high degrees (Masters or higher) is disappointing. I've lived in DeKalb for the past 8+ years & have yet to find a job that pays as much as the one I have now. My current commute (from DeKalb to Aurora) is 30-45 minutes. That said, & taking gas prices out of consideration, the economic situation is just okay. Everything costs about the same & more & more retail chains are coming so you don't have to drive too far to get things. I just wish we had more diversity in the types of retail establishments (for example, more independant businesses & "quirky"
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DeKalb: A semi-rural college community - 11/15/2007
As a 37 year resident of DeKalb - an escapee of the Chicago suburbs, I am pleased to write a bit about my hometown. Originally a college town in a farming community, DeKalb (where barbed wire was developed and marketed) has evolved into a more suburban, yet still rural community. Surrounded by corn and soybean fields (a friend once said, "DeKalb has two seasons - Corn Up and Corn Down"), DeKalb has a combination of family owned businesses and national and regional chains that over time has dissolved some of our uniqueness. About 60 miles due west of Chicago, DeKalb residents can still access the great attributes of Chicago without too much trouble (the train which used to travel regularly between DeKalb and Chicago now only goes as far as Elburn, 20 minutes away) yet are able to avoid many of the negative aspects of the city and suburbs (congestion, traffic, pollution, etc.). To be happy in DeKalb weather-wise, you must enjoy the change of seasons as we can have extreme hot and cold
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