Chili in the Park returned to Palos Park, drawing Midwest cooks, longtime competitors and families for a spirited winter chili cookoff.
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Young entrepreneurs take Over Moraine Valley
Young entrepreneurs showcased handmade products, learned real business skills and gained confidence at Moraine Valley’s NextGen-sponsored fair.
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McAuley alumni return to inspire students
Mother McAuley’s Career Day welcomed 105 alumni and community members, inspiring students with insights from diverse professional fields.
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After 40 Years, Jedi’s Garden closes its doors in Oak Lawn
After 40 years, Jedi’s Garden in Oak Lawn closes. Tom Papadopoulos thanks the community for decades of loyalty and memories.
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Suzanne Amra of Sward School named Elementary Principal of the Year
Suzanne Amra, principal of Sward School in Oak Lawn, was named the 2026 Elementary Principal of the Year for the South Cook Region by the Illinois Principals Association.
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Worth Park District’s Rebecca Roberts named Rising Star
Worth Park District Commissioner Rebecca Roberts received the Illinois Association of Park Districts’ Rising Star Award at a statewide conference in Chicago.
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Marist High School goes solar, cutting costs and carbon footprint
Marist High School installs 982 solar panels, saving $80,000 annually, cutting carbon, and offering students real-world sustainability learning.
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Homeschool kids make their newspaper dream a reality
Seven homeschool students from across the Chicago area created a monthly newspaper that builds confidence, creativity and real-world teamwork skills.
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Brooke Simkins brings Trinity experience to Illinois Philharmonic
Brooke Simkins joins the Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra as development director after a decade at Trinity Christian College and long-standing collaboration.
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Sandburg welcomes back Dr. Lexi Fosco for big leadership role
Carl Sandburg alum Dr. Lexi Fosco returns as Math and Business Division Chair, blending teaching experience with leadership expertise.