A Lyons Township homeowner has finally won property tax relief after three years of denials and frustration.
Author Archives: Carol McGowan
Posted inArgo-Summit
Senior fashion show hosted by Porfirio, Rashid
State Sen. Mike Porfirio and State Rep. Abdelnasser Rashid hosted a senior fashion show Friday, May 15, at Valladolid Banquet Hall in Summit, drawing more than 100 guests. The seniors modeled on the runway, followed by lunch and dancing. “Our seniors dressed to impress and rocked the runway,” said Martha Sonka, suburban constituent services director […]
Posted inArgo-Summit
GFWC Argo-Summit Bedford Park Women’s Club installs new officers
The GFWC Argo-Summit Bedford Park Women’s Club installed its slate of officers for 2026–2028 at its year-end dinner last month at the Bedford Park District Community Building. The new leadership includes Bridget Ormins as president, Joan Marchese as president-elect, Jane Blomquist as vice president of membership, Vicki Ramirez as treasurer, Chantal Karge as corresponding secretary, […]
Posted inLyons Township
Lyons Township brings back mobile emissions testing
The Illinois Air Team mobile testing unit will return to Lyons Township on Tuesday, June 9, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., in the township parking lot, 6404 Joliet Road, Countryside.
Posted inDVN New News
Free shred event June 13 in Bridgeview
Township Clerk Elyse Hoffenberg said the free shredding events address a concern for residents managing sensitive paperwork.
Posted inDVN Schools
Forest View Public Works hosts students from Home School during Public Works WeekÂ
Learn how Forest View’s public works director educates fourth graders about the essential infrastructure that keeps their town running, from water systems to street maintenance.
Posted inStickney
Mitch Milenkovic named mayor of Stickney
Milenkovic, appointed mayor on May 29, has lived in Stickney since 1988.
Posted inArgo-Summit
Cotter named superintendent of Argo High School
Brandon Cotter will serve in the dual role of superintendent and principal of the Summit school through the 2026–2027 school year.
Posted inSWNH Business
Mini Hut brings back Chicago favorite after nearly four-year closure
New owner revives beloved chicken spot with original recipes and fresh approach.
Posted inStickney
Storage tank explodes at Stickney chemical plant; no injuries
A storage tank at the Koppers Inc. plant in Stickney exploded and erupted in flames Wednesday evening, May 27.