Jim Hook, Author at Southwest Regional Publishing

Evergreen View Park neighbors oppose splash pad

by Jim HookSeptember 15, 2025September 15, 2025

Orland Park residents who live near Evergreen View Park do not want a splash pad as one of the park’s promised improvements.

Regional New News

Orland Park acquires 6-acre wetlands

by Jim HookSeptember 10, 2025September 10, 2025

Trustees voted unanimously last week to spend $1.3 million on a 5.95-acre site near 171st Street and Wolf Road.

DVN New News

Chicago Fire celebrates ‘Dog Days’ vs. New England Revolution on Saturday

by Jim HookSeptember 3, 2025September 3, 2025

As the “Dog Days” of summer come to a close, the Chicago Fire FC will host the New England Revolution in a match where fans can bring their canine companions.

Regional Business

Orland Park to retain grocery tax

by Jim HookSeptember 3, 2025September 3, 2025

Orland Park trustees voted 4-2 Tuesday night to retain the 1% grocery tax that generates about $4.5 million annually.

Regional Business

‘Sorry’ Tinley man charged with retail theft

by Jim HookAugust 27, 2025August 27, 2025

A Tinley Park told police he was “sorry” about an incident at an Orland Park Jewel Food Store but was charged and banned from the store.

Regional Business

Dick’s House of Sport inks deal to open playland in Orland Park

by Jim HookAugust 27, 2025August 27, 2025

The Sears property at Orland Square Mall may soon have a new tenant as the village is moving forward with plans for a Dick’s House of Sport.

Regional New News

Orland Park trustees approve road repairs

by Jim HookAugust 19, 2025August 19, 2025

Orland Park trustees voted 6-0 Monday night to use a mill and overlay process to repair roads on 1st, 2nd and 3rd avenues in the old historic Humphrey subdivision.