The stories of DeKalb County, IL
8 narrated audio stories from across DeKalb County — hidden history, true crime, food legends, and local lore from its towns, landmarks, and back roads.
Egyptian Theatre
How DeKalb’s Egyptian Theatre Stayed Alive
A downtown movie palace survives by becoming useful again.
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From DeKalb to a Remarkable Acting Life
How Richard Jenkins carried a DeKalb beginning into an acclaimed screen and stage career.
Egyptian Theatre
When DeKalb Dreamed in Pharaohs
A 1929 movie palace turned ancient Egypt into downtown spectacle.
Northern Illinois University School of Music
How DeKalb Became a Steelpan Destination
A Caribbean musical tradition took deep root in northern Illinois.
Joseph F. Glidden Homestead
How a DeKalb Farmer Wired the West
Joseph Glidden’s fence design turned local tinkering into a western revolution.
Northern Illinois University School of Music
When DeKalb Became a Steelpan Crossroads
How NIU turned DeKalb into a home for steelpan artistry and learning.
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From DeKalb to the World Stage
How a DeKalb student became a global face of fashion.
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How Ellwood Helped Make Barb City
A hardware merchant helps turn barbed wire into an industry.
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