Dave Berner - Senior Contributor
Dave Berner is a long-time journalist for CBS radio in Chicago and has freelanced for CNN, National Public Radio, and ABC news. He created and produced the popular radio feature "The Golf Minute" for CBS-owned radio station WMAQ in Chicago along with writing a regular column for Golf Chicago Magazine. In 1999, he was asked to be the managing editor for Golf Chicago Magazine.
The Ryder Cup may bring you to Chicago, but the city will make you want to return
The 2012 Ryder Cup will take place at Medinah Country Club later this month and folks traveling to Chicago for the event are in for a real treat -- and not just the golf. Chicago has so much to offer -- from its sites, sports, blues and food -- that you'll want to make a return trip. Where to begin? Dave Berner has some suggestions on what to do, see and where to stay in the Windy City.
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Dates: February 1, 2013 - August 31, 2013
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