If you haven’t yet done so, check out Gapers Block a new web publication here in Chicago.

Gapers’ Block is a Chicago-centric news and events site, but it’s not just another online newspaper or webzine. It contains a collaborative weblog on a wide range of topics (Merge), a calendar highlighting events you might not have heard about (Slowdown/Headlights) and a weekly feature (Detour), as well as a daily photo (Rearview), featured music (Jam) and a question to ponder and discuss (Fuel). Consider it an antidote to all those sites infatuated with the coasts.