Go green, and help Orland Park’s Open lands program
Originally Published: February 13, 2014 If the repeated cycle this winter of snow followed by freezing temperatures followed by more snow has you feeling housebound, hopefully you’re taking advantage of your extra time at home by getting an early start…
‘Seat belts save lives’ not just a slogan
Originally Published: February 2, 2014 Please take a look at the photo accompanying my column today. It was taken Jan. 8 of a single-vehicle accident about 11 a.m. on eastbound Interstate 80 near Michigan City, Ind. As you view the…
Drivers need to be aware of new laws
Originally Published: January 16, 2014 You may be aware of some of the new laws effective Jan. 1 in Illinois, but you also may be confused about what they actually mean. I contacted the Orland Park Police Department to get…
Happy, healthy, wealthy and wise for 2014
Originally Published: January 2, 2014 Hard to believe, but the holidays are over, and we are already into 2014. So, let’s begin anew with a fresh start and a clean slate. Happy This time of year in the Midwest can…
Action Sertoma aids disabled in the Southland
Originally Published: December 22, 2013 The Lions Club, Rotary Club, Sertoma? Many of you may have knowledge of the first two organizations, but what do you know of the latter? Sertoma was organized in April 1912 and draws its name…
Orland Park offering property tax rebate
Originally Published: December 8, 2013 Orland Park will again this year rebate to eligible residents part of the village’s portion of the property tax that was paid in 2013. To qualify, you must own a single-family home, townhouse, condominium and/or…
Tips for appealing your property tax assessment
Originally Published: November 24, 2013 The Orland Township assessor’s office provides assistance for homeowners in appealing the assessed valuation of their property. Appeals may be filed through the Cook County Board of Review until Dec. 3. Information can be found…
Orland Jr. High teacher chosen as WGN-TV’s Teacher of the Month
Originally Published: November 10, 2013 It’s rewarding when you’re recognized for excellence in your workplace, as Orland Junior High School physical education teacher Lori Haskett has experienced. She has been selected as WGN-TV’s October Teacher of the Month, which carries…
Orland fire district program prepares youths for emergencies
Originally Published: October 13, 2013 Many Orland Township residents only meet Orland Fire Protection District personnel during an accident, fire or health emergency, but the district is working hard on increasing its community outreach by hosting training sessions and promoting…
Orland Park all in on using social media
Originally Published: October 27, 2013 Orland Park is embracing new technology, and the point person on the project is Margie Owens-Klotz, the village’s communications manager who’s also Orland Park’s unofficial village historian. Her knowledge of the village’s rich history complements…