Stickney Mayor Jeff Walik passed away on Saturday, May 9, after an illness.
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Argo culinary arts program climbs to new heights with PepsiCo partnership
This year’s winners were senior Jasmine Marquez and junior Medinah Yusef.
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Archer Road bridge work in Summit under way
Anticipated bridgework in Summit reduces traffic flow.
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Summit Neighborhood Watch meets Jasper, the new therapy dog
The Summit Police Department introduced Jasper, a new therapy dog, to the Neighborhood Watch recently. Cynthia Hernandez, Jasper’s handler, said they are focusing their initial efforts on the police department but plan to reach out to other organizations in Summit and neighboring towns later this year as time permits. Jasper officially joined the police department […]
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Premier Taste Chinese restaurant opens in Summit
New Chinese takeout in Summit bets on generous portions and a simplified menu.
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Willow Springs Lions sell out pork chop dinner
The record turnout marks the strongest year yet for the 15-year-old fundraiser, which supports Lions Club community projects.
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Argo Park gets new life as community rallies for 50-year milestone
Local groups plant 21 trees, launch broader renovation ahead of Old Timers picnic anniversary.
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Hodgkins hosts biz breakfast, expands August festival
County and state officials celebrate local commerce; expanded August festival planned with parade.
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Argo art students win $1.7M in scholarships
Eleven Argo Community High School art students have been awarded $1.7 million in college scholarships through the Illinois High School Art Exhibition, placing the school among the top 20 highest scholarship-earning schools in the state. The students — Aniyah Brandon, Susann Dunlap, Mia Gutierrez, Simona Krceva, Emily Mniszak, Francisco Romero, Xavier Romo, Natalia Stiko, Natalia […]
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Tulips are blooming at Willow Springs Village Hall
Hundreds of tulips are blooming this spring at Willow Springs Village Hall — the colorful result of a larger construction project that’s doing invisible work underground. Last year, the village completed a $2.1 million green infrastructure overhaul that includes new landscaping and a retaining wall around the municipal center. But the real payoff is below […]