A Mass Transit Adventure
Originally published April 12, 2015 I have, from time to time, challenged readers to take a Ferris Bueller day and explore Chicago. I did recently, in a different way. With tickets to see “Million Dollar Quartet,” playing in Lincoln Park…
Run set to help oft-hospitalized child
Originally published March 29, 2015 While visiting the Sportsplex, a flyer, “Running for Dylan 2015,” caught my attention. I decided to investigate, and the story is so uplifting. Dylan Creed, 5, has battled 24 bilateral pneumonias in more than 34…
Orland Park Gamifies Civic Engagement
Originally published March 15, 2015 Orland Park’s new InOur.Community platform is a community-based loyalty program designed to drive civic engagement. I’m checking in on how it works and how it’s progressing. Having registered at http://www.inour.community/orlandpark, I find it both fun…
School District 135 Outreach to Poor Communities
Originally published March 1, 2015 Orland Park may be a small blip on the map at only 22 square miles. However, locally and in some remote locations around the globe, we are making a world of difference. During an Orland…
Mind your body during Heart Month
Originally published February 15, 2015 Candy hearts printed with messages. Heart-shaped boxes filled with chocolates. Roses, balloons, cards and decorations with a heart motif. February brings Valentine’s Day. Also, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (www.cdc.gov), February…
District 230 Foundation Hoops Fundraiser
Originally published February 1, 2015 (Submission copy) Many of you are aware that there are three high schools that comprise Consolidated High School District 230 – Amos Alonzo Stagg, Carl Sandburg, and Victor J. Andrew. These three schools reach towns…
St. Jude Knights girls hockey program – Play like a girl!
Originally published January 18, 2015 (Submission copy) When you think of girls’ sports, which do you imagine? Gymnastics, tennis, soccer, maybe even LaCrosse. Girls’ sports and ice? Visions of figure skaters and ice dancers, right? How about hockey? Not so…
Happy, Healthy, Wealthy, and Wise for 2015
Originally published January 4, 2015 (Submission copy) The beginning of another year – it is time for my yearly pep talk, reflection, motivation, and gentle reminder issue. This time, I’m going to have you consider – just one. Too often,…
’tis the Season to Give
Originally published December 21, 2014 (Submission copy) As an alternative to giving traditional gifts this holiday season, consider “gifting” to some causes and fundraising opportunities. Personnel at the Orland Park Public Library and the Orland Township Food Pantry shared some…
Orland Township Property Tax Appeals; Holiday Happenings at Orland Square Mall
Originally published December 7, 2014 (Submission copy) A second opportunity to protest assessments through the Cook County Board of Review is underway until Dec. 30. The Orland Township Assessor’s office is assisting residents in filing an appeal of their assessed…