Story Round-Up: Features in The Herald-News, July 11 through July 17

So despite being off for two days this week, I still have fourteen pieces to share with you: feature stories, videos, and two "mystery diner" suggestions for your dining pleasure this weekend.

So I had great plans for those two days - and they all went south with a bout of insomnia on July 14 into July 15 (meaning I was still awake and not being productive when I turned 59 at 12:35 a.m.).

However, I was wide awake at normal time (before the birds) and dragged the next two days. But perhaps God wanted to give my aging brain a break!

Productivity went out of the window for the most part.  Although...

I did make some progress on editing work for one client.

I did fiddle a bit with The Phoenix on Wednesday.

And answered many birthday greetings on social media. And took phone calls and video chats and hung out with the family who lies with me. And more of the same on Thursday.

I made some decent progress on Lycanthropic Summer yesterday, even though I was still dragging. I did not open files for any clients because my brain was mush.

However, about halfway through WriteOn Joliet's meeting last night, I perked up (naturally). I give credit to the marvelous creativity that flowed from some phenomenal writers last night.

And then I slept well and am ready to work through the weekend.

Have a great day, readers, writers, and vampire fans

Non-bylined features:

Search by topic (people, pets, A and E, faith, health, and food) at theherald-news.com.

Once a week, I do combine a week's worth into a single blog post.

Social media:

Daily updates: I do post the briefs on Twitter during the week, so you're welcome to follow me at @Denise_Unland61.

BryonySeries stuff: I post curated content relating to the BryonySeries at @BryonySeries. And assorted related content at www.facebook.com/BryonySeries.

And of course, please follow the adventures of Bertrand the Mouse on Instagram at bertrand_bryonyseries.

If you're a writer anywhere in the world, you're welcome to join WriteOn Joliet's Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/groups/writeonminooka/?ref=bookmarks. We're based in Joliet, Illinois, but we love to meet and interact with writers outside our area, too.

If you'd like to officially join WriteOn Joliet, we have two tiers of dues. We also have a marketing arm that's getting longer with each year. Check us out at writeonjoliet.com.

Upcoming BryonySeries events:

A full month of virtual events can be found at bryonyseries.com/fetes-and-feasts. 

Books and Such

Information on my books (including where to buy) along with upcoming events is at bryonyseries.com.

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Thank you for reading The Herald-News. And for reading this blog. And if you've read (or plan to read) any of my books. Your support is greatly appreciated.

LocalLit book spotlight: 'The Honduran Opal' by Bill Telfer

https://www.theherald-news.com/2020/07/01/locallit-book-spotlight-the-honduran-opal-by-bill-telfer-of-elwood/az66vrp/


And its review by LocalLit's first guest reviewer:

https://www.theherald-news.com/2020/07/12/locallit-book-review-the-honduran-opal-by-bill-telfer/avf01gt/


How fast is too fast for COVID-19 vaccine development?

https://www.theherald-news.com/2020/07/09/how-fast-is-too-fast-for-covid-19-vaccine-development/a7dxpu4/


Certain heartburn medicines may increase the risk of COVID-19

https://www.theherald-news.com/2020/07/09/certain-heartburn-medicines-may-increase-the-risk-of-covid-19/a5pizah/


Pets of the Week: July 13

https://www.theherald-news.com/2020/07/06/pets-of-the-week-july13/d2zoql9/


"An Extraordinary Life: Margie Gavin-Woods was a 'determined, very driven woman' when it came to her community"

https://www.theherald-news.com/2020/07/12/an-extraordinary-life-margie-gavin-woods-was-a-determined-very-driven-woman-when-it-came-to-her-community/dssvydx/


'I am more than willing to go to jail for those little girls'
City of Joliet says 'no" to kids' snow-cone and more business

https://www.theherald-news.com/2020/07/13/i-am-more-than-willing-to-go-to-jail-for-those-little-girls/djpvbod/


Glorified lemonade stand or violation of zoning ordinances?

https://www.theherald-news.com/video/id/bb7f5235-0bc7-4c62-a4ed-e8cd669a2b18.html


"A 'thank you' party for the gift of an $83,000 adaptive van
Friends of Homer Glen man raised the funds to replace his old, unsafe van

https://www.theherald-news.com/2020/07/10/a-thank-you-party-for-the-gift-of-an-83-000-adaptive-van/dq0rw1a/


Officials, businesses show support for youth venture Joliet wants shut down

https://www.theherald-news.com/2020/07/14/officials-businesses-show-support-for-youth-venture-joliet-wants-shut-down/dnom7xc/


VIDEO: Lemonade stand, yes; snack shop, no

https://www.theherald-news.com/video/id/15a531b2-e863-458d-a0db-ab73c10c72b1.html


VIDEO: Youth entrepreneurs serve patrons at Joliet cash mob

https://www.theherald-news.com/video/id/6a3a5699-06bb-4564-93c4-d9d00f82991a.html


Mystery Diner: Moe Joe's serves up New Orleans experience in downtown Plainfield

https://www.theherald-news.com/2020/07/13/mystery-diner-moe-joes-serves-up-new-orleans-experience-in-downtown-plainfield/d46djif/


Mystery Diner: Gatto’s serves good food to goodfellas and goodladies

https://www.theherald-news.com/2020/07/10/mystery-diner-gattos-serves-good-food-to-goodfellas-and-goodladies/dd270j2/

Illustration by Matt Coundiff for "Visage."