Mysteries along the old Illinois Central, now the Metra Electric Line, include stations named after places that no longer exist, like Kensington, and promotional stunts from a century ago as with Ivanhoe.

Also, Flossmoor event a finalist for Governor’s Cup, County celebrates 5 years of Underground Railroad tours, Joliet VA Clinic to host mobile food pantry on Aug. 7

Also, groundbreaking set for Flossmoor veterans memorial, Lemont resident competing in Hooters pageant, Thornton Historical Society sets Starved Rock trip

Andy Howell, a founder of Thornton Distilling Co., says an underground mineral spring near Thorn Creek is a source of clean, cold mineral water that attracted immigrants who brewed beer.

Also, Area breweries offer Goat Queen Feast, Makers Market, Pet treat sale raises funds for Alzheimer’s fight, Artists sought for Friday Night Lights in Lansing, Freedom Trail hike launches Aug. 5

Dick Lanyon, who worked 48 years with the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago, will talk about the reversal of the Calumet River and draining the south suburbs July 23 at Pullman Exhibit Hall.

Also: Back to School Health Fair set in Orland Park, Chalk art event planned in Homewood, High school diploma tests are free this summer

Harvey Sass, the second generation owner of Elmer & Son Locksmiths in Steger, boasts a collection of more than 900 safes, padlocks, safe deposit boxes and other artifacts.

There's no shortage of fun to be had in the Southland this time of year!