Posts by Tim Hadac
Yingling’s rant no big surprise
By Rich Miller The state’s political world may have been shocked, but I doubt many in that world were surprised at the level of vitriol in Rep. Sam Yingling’s (D-Grayslake) press release last week, which claimed he’d been “attacked” by Gov. JB Pritzker. Pritzker’s “offense” was endorsing Yingling’s Democratic primary opponent Mary Edly-Allen in the…
Read MoreGarfield Ridge Chamber’s pet parade almost here
Paws to hit pavement at Wentworth Park By Tim Hadac Hundreds of Clearing and Garfield Ridge dogs—and perhaps even a few reluctant cats—are expected to parade around Wentworth Park, 57th and Narragansett, this Saturday, June 4. Sponsor of the event is the Garfield Ridge Chamber of Commerce. “This event has been extremely well-received by the…
Read MoreA young mom who really needs our help
By Joan Hadac Your correspondent in Clearing and Garfield Ridge (708) 496-0265 • joan.hadac@gmail.com Again and again over the 29 years I’ve lived in Garfield Ridge, I’ve seen examples of the neighborhood pulling together to help its own, especially in time of great need. As a news reporter and columnist in these pages and online, it…
Read MoreRunners, joggers, walkers, rollers still welcome
Registration is still open for the 2022 Garfield Ridge Stars & Stripes 5K, set for Saturday morning, July 2 on a course that starts and ends at Wentworth Park, 57th and Narragansett. Participants must be able to maintain at least a 16-minute mile pace to join. Welcome are walkers, joggers, walkers and wheelchair users.…
Read MoreFriends stage fundraiser for Garfield Ridge mom
Fighting lung cancer, medical bills By Tim Hadac A Garfield Ridge mom fighting lung cancer and a growing pile of medical bills is getting a boost from her friends, but more are needed to support a fundraiser coming this month. Della Benveniste, already living with rheumatoid arthritis, learned she has small-cell carcinoma in January. Since…
Read More‘Sister Act’ coming to Hale Park
From staff reports The Hale Theatre Company of the Chicago Park District will present the musical “Sister Act” at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, June 3-4; and 2 p.m. Sunday, June 5 at Hale Park, 6258 W. 62nd St. Tickets are $12 for adults, $6 for students and senior citizens. Seating is limited. Reservations are…
Read MoreMarquette links are smooth and green, of course
By Kathy Headley Your correspondent in Chicago Lawn and Marquette Manor 6610 S. Francisco • (773) 776-7778 The golf course is in full swing at Marquette Park. With the weather finally cooperating a bit more, the course is busy. I was talking to Herb, who is an important part of Nick Pulido’s crew at the…
Read MoreToday is indeed a special day
By Peggy Zabicki Your correspondent in West Lawn 3633 W. 60th Place • (773) 504-9327 Happy June 3rd to all. There are so many observances and holidays that fall on June 3. There is something for everyone. June 3 is National Egg Day, World Cider Day, National Chocolate Macaroon Day, Insect Repellent Awareness Day, National Donut Day, Love…
Read MorePlenty of news in Greater Ashburn
By Joan Hadac Greater Southwest News-Herald correspondent-at-large (708) 496-0265 • joan.hadac@gmail.com This week, I’m filling in for Laura Ortega, the Greater Southwest News-Herald’s correspondent for Greater Ashburn (the Wrightwood, Ashburn, Parkview and Scottsdale neighborhoods). So let’s get right to it. A friendly game of 16-inch softball (Scottsdale Neighborhood Watch versus Chicago Police) is set for 11…
Read MoreIsabella Nuño, a woman of achievement on her way up
By Joan Hadac Your correspondent in Clearing and Garfield Ridge (708) 496-0265 • joan.hadac@gmail.com As usual, there’s no shortage of bright, energetic young people among us here in Clearing and Garfield Ridge—young men and women clearly on the way up. This week I have the pleasure to congratulate Clearing resident Isabella Nuño, who recently graduated from…
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