The spirit of the season shone brightly Thursday as Saint Xavier University’s College of Liberal Arts and Education came together for its annual Christmas party, turning the fourth-floor boardroom into a cozy haven of cookies, conversation and community. The gathering was organized by Angela Pirlott, PhD, a social psychologist and dean of the College of […]
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Palos Park glows with holiday cheer
Palos Park’s Tree Lighting and Holiday Party featured Santa, artisan vendors, the Lil’ Shopper’s Shoppe, festive music, and family-friendly holiday fun.
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Stagg’s Augustyniak named 2025 South Cook Assistant Principal of the Year
Michelle Augustyniak, Stagg’s Associate Principal of Instruction, is named South Cook’s 2025 Assistant Principal of the Year for impactful, collaborative leadership.
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Moraine Valley students get rare look inside open-heart surgery
Moraine Valley students watched a livestreamed open-heart surgery, gaining firsthand insight into surgical teamwork and discovering new career possibilities in health care.
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Local authors shine on Small Business Saturday at Bookie’s
Book lovers headed over to Bookie’s, an independent bookstore and community staple on the Southwest Side for Small Business Saturday.
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Snowy fun at McCord’s Small Business Saturday
McCord Gallery’s snowy Small Business Saturday offered local art, kids’ activities, Frosty movie, sweet treats, and Toys for Tots donations.
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South Side streets transform into Winter Wonderland as snow falls
South Side streets blanketed in snow Saturday as kids played, residents shoveled, and crews worked to keep travel safe.
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Longtime Neat Repeats leader Doreen Holford retires after more than 25 years
Doreen Holford of Worth retires from Neat Repeats after 25 years, leaving a lasting legacy of kindness, leadership, and mentorship.
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Heights Cycle celebrates women entrepreneurs on Small Business Saturday
Palos Heights celebrated Small Business Saturday at Heights Cycle with women-owned businesses, book signings, treats, discounts.
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Palos Heights kicks off holiday season with ‘Lights in the Heights’
Palos Heights kicked off the season with its “Lights in the Heights” display, featuring festive sculptures, live music and Santa arriving on a fire truck.