Hinderman: Checking in and checking up
Originally published January 28, 2016 The holidays are behind us, and the last scraps of wrapping paper, and the last needles off the pine tree have been discarded. Hopefully, you have not abandoned your New Year’s resolutions, as well. Good…
Laughing comes naturally to comedian
Originally published January 14, 2016 Grab a ride with Bill Brady, who drives for the Orland Township senior transportation services department, or just meet him, as I did, and you’re bound to come away laughing. With a motto of “Live,…
Be happy, healthy, wealthy and wise for 2016
Originally published December 31, 2015 As 2015 comes to a close and we reflect on the past year, think also of plunging into the next. Perhaps 2016 will bring a new opportunity or a new adventure. Looking into the future…
The Bridge Teen Center continues to grow
Originally published December 17, 2015 The joint was jumpin’ when I arrived for an open house held earlier this month to unveil the 4,800-square-foot expansion at The Bridge Teen Center, a nonprofit community center in Orland Park that provides free…
Celebrating the season: gifting, giving and joy
Originally published December 3, 2015 “The Season” is now upon us. Celebrations, gatherings and winter wonderment last from Thanksgiving until New Year’s. Let us put gifting, giving and joy into the equation. Gifting: Food pantry The Orland Township Food Pantry…
Get help if your property assessment is too high
Originally published November 19, 2015 Orland Township residents who believe their property was assessed at more than it’s worth can file for an appeal through the Cook County Board of Review through Dec. 8. The higher the assessment, the more…
Scholarships one of late Orland Park teen’s legacies
Originally published November 5, 2015 “Although seven years have come to pass, “Her legacy lives on through the scholarships you’ve helped amass!” — Organizers of the Gianna Esposito Halloween Haunted Faire The Gianna Esposito Halloween Haunted Faire was held Friday…
Orland SD 135 staff looking forward to full-day kindergarten
Originally published October 22, 2015 Full-day kindergarten is being offered for the 2016-17 school year in Orland School District 135, and teachers already are excited about the educational possibilities. Here are some teachers’ thoughts, provided by District 135 spokeswoman Jen…
Neighborly gesture helps The Bridge
Originally published October 8, 2015 In June 2010, Rob and Priscilla Steinmetz had a vision of a safe, nurturing place where teens could meet, relax and hang out with their peers. The Bridge Teen Center opened at 15555 71st Court,…
Awards aplenty for Orland SD 135
Originally published September 24, 2015 Orland School District 135 is a wonderful elementary school district. Stories abound of teachers, administrators and staff who have gone above and beyond for education and their students. During a banquet on Oct. 17 at…