IL Business News: Iconic Dairy Sale, Barnes & Noble Grand Opening, and Lotto Win

In a surprising turn of events, an iconic Illinois ice cream business, Oberweis Dairy, has been sold for a whopping $21.25 million after declaring bankruptcy. The sale was approved by a judge this week, with the deal expected to close on June 17. The dairy, known for its delicious ice cream and more than 40 shops, has been a staple in the community for years.

In other business news, a new Barnes & Noble location is set to open after a 17-year absence near Kendall County. The CEO of the book retailer expressed excitement about the store becoming a focal point for families, friends, and book lovers in the community.

On a different note, a winning lottery ticket worth $450,000 remains unclaimed a year after it was sold. The lucky winner has just three weeks left to claim their prize before it expires, so time is running out.

Meanwhile, brewers in the area have collaborated on a new beer inspired by the Ale Trail Trolley experience, and a beloved local business owner is expanding to open a cookie-centric bakery while assuring customers that their favorite cheesecake store isn’t going anywhere.

Despite some design tweaks causing a delay, the highly anticipated opening of Hog Wild is still on the horizon. The owner promises that the wait will be worth it for customers eager to try out the new location.

Lastly, an ice cream shop that has been serving up delicious treats like banana splits and turtle sundaes for nearly 50 years remains a Route 66 icon, with the co-owner having worked there since he was just 15 years old.