Welcome back to back-to-school season

Welcome back to back-to-school season

Originally published August 24, 2017 Some signs that it is getting close to back-to-school season: Bus drivers are busy learning their routes, as their large yellow vehicles precariously navigate the neighborhoods. Back to school sales are in almost every store…

Orland mom finds home for Chicago’s homeless women

Orland mom finds home for Chicago’s homeless women

Originally published July 27, 2017 Doreen DeBoer is the founder of All God’s People — a charitable organization located at 15554 S. 70th Court, Orland Park. From this location, she coordinates efforts that provide food, assistance, volunteer eye doctor visits…

First pitch choice at Orland Park White Sox day a grand slam

First pitch choice at Orland Park White Sox day a grand slam

Originally published July 13, 2017 Getting ready for the big game? The Orland Park Grand Slam Event with the Chicago White Sox begins at 7:10 Tuesday at Guaranteed Rate Field. Hopefully, you have already received your tickets and are ready…

Summertime equals fun time in Orland Park

Summertime equals fun time in Orland Park

Originally published June 29, 2017 Summer and sports go hand in hand. The village of Orland Park has many opportunities to play, compete, gain some skills, sit back and take in a game or just relax by the pool. Youth…

Golf outing memorializes former Sandburg student

Golf outing memorializes former Sandburg student

Originally published June 15, 2017 Ryan Nash was just like any kid next door who had a huge infectious smile. He may have seemed a bit shy, but ask his family and huge circle of friends, they all know differently….

Area educators take their motivation game on the road

Area educators take their motivation game on the road

Originally published June 1, 2017 How do you motivate teens, while also building self-confidence? How do you instill a positive mental attitude and a vision of gratitude in young adults? Well, if you mix a high school guidance counselor with…

Arts offerings expand and an idol is crowned

Arts offerings expand and an idol is crowned

Originally published May 18, 2017 Staff and patrons of the McCord Gallery and Cultural Center in Palos Park welcomed the facility’s new Anderson Annex for the Arts on a recent Sunday. But don’t worry if you missed the open house,…

McCord Gallery celebrates opening of annex

McCord Gallery celebrates opening of annex

Originally published May 4, 2017 A ribbon cutting ceremony was held April 17 at McCord Gallery and Cultural Center in Palos Park, to celebrate the completion of their new Anderson Annex for the Arts. McCord Gallery personnel Lynne Terr, Carol…

Lockport woman attempts to raise money to visit daughter in Navy

Lockport woman attempts to raise money to visit daughter in Navy

Originally published April 20, 2017 “Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day” will be held April 27. This year’s theme is “Count on Me.” More than just a career day, this initiative gives workers the opportunity to show their…

Orland Park offers chances to meet cops on the beat

Orland Park offers chances to meet cops on the beat

Originally published April 6, 2017 The Orland Park Police Department is providing an opportunity for the community to interact with police personnel, gain insight on crime statistics in the area and, most importantly, meet the officers during a series of…