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To Sign or Not Sign; That’s the Question in Beecher
The Beecher Village board is considering doing a solid for the downtown businesses, but needs to figure out an economical way to do it. At the March 24 meeting, Mayor Marcy Meyer said that the...
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Demonstrators, counter-protesters face off at Orland Tesla dealership
Protesters gathered outside the Tesla showroom in Orland Park on Saturday, calling for a boycott of the company and criticizing CEO Elon Musk for what they described as a betrayal of working people....
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Officials break ground on Downtown Orland Park project
“Let’s move some dirt!”While that line might not be as well-known as “Gentlemen, start your engines!” before the Indy 500 race, Ramzi Hassan’s command could have a lasting impact on Orland Park.Hassan,...
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Palos Park to raise Metra parking fees
For decades, one thing was constant in Palos Park.The Metra commuter lot price was $1.25 a day or $25 for a monthly pass.That’s about to change.For the first time since 2006, the fees will go up. The...
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Chicago artist Gretchen Hasse inspires through teaching, puppetry, and...
For Gretchen Hasse, art is more than just a final product — it’s a way of thinking, a means of communication, and a way to connect with others.As an artist, curator, and educator, Hasse has spent years...
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Kailey Selvage’s bat, arm power Shepard to win
Kailey Selvage is riding her arm to a college softball career at DePaul.But the Shepard senior can hit a little, too.Selvage went 3-for-3 with three runs scored, a double, three runs batted in and a...
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Chicago Christian football seniors eye next challenge
Expectations are never going to be the same around the Chicago Christian football program again.Brock Sperling and his fellow seniors have made sure of that.The Knights put together the greatest season...
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UIC recruit Sean Cody provides pop for Richards
Today, Sean Cody is big enough to put a charge into a baseball.It wasn’t always that way.“Coming into high school, it was pretty hard,” the Richards senior said. “I was super small.”How small? “Around,...
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College notebook: Honors keep coming for Alex Tracy
Another day, another pair of award nominations for Minnesota State goaltender Alex Tracy.Tracy, an Evergreen Park resident, was announced as one of four finalists by the Hockey Commissioners...
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Donnelly, Marist boys volleyball win own tourney
Marist senior Rorey Donnelly got a surprise on March 29.It wasn’t that the defending boys volleyball state champion RedHawks won their own tournament by beating Downers Grove North 25-18,...
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I-Fest unites Oak Lawn-Hometown Middle School in a celebration of culture and...
The sounds of music, the sight of colorful flags waving, and the energy of students celebrating their heritage filled Oak Lawn-Hometown Middle School on a special day dedicated to cultural...
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2 people die in Midway area car crash
Two people died after they were involved in a serious crash March 27 near Midway Airport.A Ford Fusion was traveling east in the 5600 block of West 55th Street about 3:25 a.m. in the Garfield Ridge...
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Area roundup: Evergreen Park boys volleyball debuts
Evergreen Park made its debut in varsity boys volleyball on March 26 and if first impressions count, it’s going to be a wild ride.The Mustangs, who have a roster with five juniors, three sophomores and...
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Pro sports roundup: Struggling Stars still winless
It might seem strange to put a “must-win” tag on the third game of a 26-game season.But after two NWSL losses, the Chicago Stars found themselves 0-2-0 and in last place in the 14-team league.And they...
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CPS, Chicago Teachers Union reach tentative contract agreement
Chicago Public Schools and the Chicago Teachers Union have reached a tentative agreement on a comprehensive contract that aligns with the district’s five-year strategic plan, prioritizing student needs...
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Manteno’s Jake Stevens keeps working on his game
The numbers suggest Manteno’s Jake Stevens had an easy transition to varsity baseball last season.As a sophomore, he hit .342 with a team-high 11 doubles and 17 runs batted in as the Panthers’ regular...
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Peotone’s Ruben Velasco III looks to college baseball future
When Peotone senior Ruben Velasco III had to pick one of his three sports to continue at the next level, the choice was fairly obvious.“I just saw the most potential for myself to go farther in...
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Vedette sports report: Manteno’s Klarke Goranson wins indoor state titles
Klarke Goranson is heading into her first outdoor track season on a high note.The Manteno freshman distance runner won a pair of Class 2A state titles at the Illinois Top Times Indoor Championships on...
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Dodge easily unseats Pekau in Orland Park
In a thrilling election night, the citizens of Orland Park have spoken with a clear and resounding voice, electing Jim Dodge as their new mayor. In a heartfelt address to supporters at his campaign...
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Republicans win majority of Orland Township posts
Orland Township will have a decidedly Republican look when new officers take office in May.With all but one precinct reporting, incumbent Supervisor Paul O’Grady won re-election as leader of the Orland...
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