Good morning, DuPage! It's a cozy Friday with today's high of 46°F and a low of 34°F.  Not nearly as nice as it was yesterday so bundle up!

Journalism students at Glenbard West High School have produced a new documentary titled Hollywood on the Hilltop: "Lucas" 40 Years Later, celebrating the four-decade legacy of the 1986 coming-of-age film. The 13-minute film features interviews with local residents, former students, and cast members who shared their memories of the production, which was shot at several suburban locations including Glenbard West and the Glen Art Theatre. The project was developed under a tight schedule starting in February, with students learning documentary filmmaking and professional interviewing techniques on the fly to meet the anniversary deadline.

The documentary is currently being showcased at the Glen Art Theatre in Glen Ellyn, where a five-minute trailer runs alongside special screenings of the original Lucas through April 2. The full documentary is scheduled to be released on the Glen Bard student newspaper website, providing a nostalgic look back at the "insanity" and community pride that surrounded the film’s original 1985 production. To complement the screenings, the Glen Ellyn Historical Society has also provided a collection of memorabilia and news clippings from the 1980s for display in the theater lobby.

Woodridge's Hollywood Blvd. Cinema is preparing for a significant large-scale remodeling project by hosting a public auction of its extensive collection of movie memorabilia on Saturday, March 28. The auction features an eclectic mix of items that have defined the theater’s unique atmosphere for years, including vintage decor, signed movie posters, and life-sized statues of iconic characters like Laurel and Hardy, the Wicked Witch of the West, and Egyptian deities. High-profile collectibles such as a replica of the Blues Brothers "Bluesmobile" and displays from The Wizard of Oz and Hannah Montana are also on the block.

The event kicks off with an auction preview on Friday, March 27, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., allowing potential bidders to get a close look at the pieces. On the day of the auction, doors will open at 8 a.m., with bidding officially starting at 9 a.m. This "bittersweet" event marks the end of an era for the cinema's current aesthetic as it moves toward a modernized look, offering local film fans and collectors a rare chance to own a piece of suburban movie history. Registration for the auction can be completed in advance through the cinema’s website.

The City of Naperville has officially opened its 2026 Arbor Day Tree Sale, offering residents a diverse selection of more than 30 tree species, including elms, magnolias, maples, and fruit-bearing varieties like peach and cherry. The sale is conducted online and will remain open through April 22 at 5 p.m., or until supplies are exhausted. Prices are tiered based on the species, ranging from approximately $43 for a tulip tree to nearly $97 for specialized varieties like the "4-in-1" apple or combo cherry trees.

Residents are permitted to purchase up to six trees per order. All trees purchased during the sale will be available for pickup on Saturday, April 25, at the Naperville Public Works Center on Fort Hill Drive. This annual initiative is designed to encourage local reforestation and enhance the city's urban canopy by providing affordable, high-quality trees that are well-suited for the northern Illinois climate. Detailed descriptions and planting requirements for each available species are provided on the city’s official ordering portal.

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On this day in 2020 North Macedonia proudly became the 30th member of NATO, marking a significant milestone in its journey toward international cooperation and security. 

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If you’ve ever driven past the Eaglewood Resort & Spa, you’re looking at a piece of reality TV history. For several seasons, the resort served as the "home base" for the Chicago-based version of the hit show The Biggest Loser. Contestants lived and trained on the grounds, utilizing the resort's sprawling hills and fitness facilities for their televised transformations.

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