Friday, April 12, 2013
Fast food restaurant receives grant money for facade and interior improvements.
A new fast food restaurant set to open in downtown Glen Ellyn this spring has received $30,000 in grants for interior and facade improvements from the Village of Glen Ellyn, according to the spring newsletter from the village's economic development department. The Stand Restaurant, 542 Crescent Blvd. received a $15,000 Interior Improvement Grant from the village for upgrades including a sprinkler system, a fire alarm system, a new electrical system, new plumbing and concrete floors in the basement and on the first floor. The village also approved a $15,000 Facade Improvement Grant for a new awning, doors and windows and masonry and limestone construction upgrades at the restaurant. The Stand will open in the former Express Press location …
Sunday, January 13, 2013
A look back at a few of the stories of interest from the last week.
Opening Soon: Downtown Fast Food at The Stand The restaurant is expected to open sometime in March if construction goes as planned. SOLD: Glen Ellyn Real Estate Sales Jan. 10 Edition An unusual home, which received national exposure, was one of several properties in Glen Ellyn that sold recently. Police Blotter: Underage Alcohol Possession, Beer Theft, Purse Pilfered at Party Glen Ellyn Police Department reports, Dec. 31 to Jan. 6 Jennifer Darnall: Glen Ellyn Patch 2012 Person of the Year Jennifer Darnall was one of four residents nominated for consideration as the Glen Ellyn Patch Person of the Year. Save the Date: 6th Annual Garage Party to Benefit Bridge Communities About 400 people are expected to attend the annual event, which raises …
Tuesday, January 8, 2013
The restaurant is expected to open sometime in March if construction goes as planned.
Diners looking to get a quick bite to eat will soon have a new option in downtown Glen Ellyn. The Stand will be opening sometime this spring and it is anticipated the restaurant, which is under construction now, could be open sometime in March. The location, at 542 Crescent Blvd.—the former site of Express Press—is under construction and getting some major renovations, said Lisa Demos, who owns the business and will be managing the restaurant’s operations. “Before I was married, I managed an Olive Garden so I have that to go back on,” she said. “We came about [the idea], I decided it was time for me to do something for the community and my family.” After picking the brains of her family, they decided the restaurant would be a good option. …
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Pat Norton
3:56 pm on Saturday, May 18, 2013
I'm not uncomfortable at all. In fact, Alex Demos hasn't been sworn in yet. Also, the stand has been an idea for a while now. more ›