Posts by Bob Bong
MVCC scholarship application deadline extended
The Moraine Valley Foundation has extended its scholarship application deadline to Friday, May 12. Current and potential Moraine Valley students can apply for more than 300 scholarships to be used during the fall 2023 and spring 2024 semesters. “Many students struggle to pay for college tuition, so we encourage anyone who plans to attend Moraine…
Read MoreHarlem Avenue resurfacing begins May 9
By Bob Bong The Illinois Department of Transportation announced that a resurfacing of Harlem Avenue, from the Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal, in Forest View, to Hanover Street, in Summit and Chicago, will require intermittent overnight lane closures beginning, weather permitting, Tuesday, May 9. The $1.3 million project, which also consists of constructing new ADA-compliant sidewalk ramps…
Read MoreStrawberry Festival coming to Bridgeview
By Bob Bong Area residents will be able to enjoy a Strawberry Festival in Bridgeview for the next two weekends. The festival will include a carnival, petting zoo, magic show, live music, food, cocktails and beer, and, of course, strawberries. Visitors will be able to indulge in strawberry infused foods and drinks and enjoy family-fun activities. The fest…
Read MoreA ‘kind and giving heart’
. Family, friends remember columnist Joan Hadac From staff reports Those who knew Joan (Heelan) Hadac never seemed surprised that she landed in jobs where she helped people. It was simply her nature, her kind and giving heart, they’d say. A lifelong Southwest Side resident, Mrs. Hadac died at home in hospice care on May…
Read MoreSwallow Cliff NSDAR honors JROTC cadets
Swallow Cliff Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution, participated in recent JROTC awards ceremonies held at Shepard High School in Palos Heights and Richards High School in Oak Lawn. The DAR JROTC award, consisting of a medal and certificate, was presented to Navy C/LTJG Osasumwen Okungbowa at Richards High School by Chapter Treasurer…
Read MoreOrland Township announces 2023 Senior American Idol winner
Twelve talented seniors showcased their vocal skills before a live audience last week as they competed for the title of 2023 Orland Township Senior American Idol. The event, sponsored by Right at Home of Orland Park, took place on April 27 at Georgios Banquets in Orland Hills. Over 550 guests flocked into the dazzlingly decorated…
Read MoreFan Fest this weekend at Oak Lawn Public Library
Celebrate pop culture and Free Comic Book Day on Saturday, May 6, at the Oak Lawn Public Library’s Fan Fest Vol. 7: Guardians of the Library. This free, all-ages event will take place from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 9427 S. Raymond Ave. To start the day, stop by the welcome table to get…
Read MoreOak Lawn Park District gets $1.7 million grant for Wolfe Wildlife Bike Trail Project
The Oak Lawn Park District has been notified by the Illinois Department of Transportation that they have been selected to receive $1.7 million for the Wolfe Wildlife Bike Trail Project. The project will be to replace the pathways and lighting at Wolfe Wildlife Refuge at 109th Street and Laramie Avenue. “The ITEP funding is a wonderful…
Read MoreOrland Fire District fills trustee vacancy
The Orland Fire Protection District Board of Trustees voted at a special meeting April 28 to accept the resignation of longtime Trustee Jim Hickey and appoint in his place Dr. Beth Damas Kaspar. Hickey, who has been on the board since 2009, resigned for personal reasons. Kaspar will serve as a trustee until the next…
Read MoreApartment complex for disabled residents will be built in Worth
By Joe Boyle Financing has been approved for a three-story apartment complex for adults with disabilities who will reside in Worth. The Illinois Housing Development Authority approved the financing for the Garden Center Apartments in March. The official finance closing will occur in March of 2024. Construction will begin immediately after the official closing. The…
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