Orland Park Kiwanis Club donated $15,000 to Moraine Valley Foundation, funding scholarships for 28 career program students in trades.
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Posted inSchools
Moraine Valley ranks among nation’s best for veterans
Moraine Valley Community College earned national Top 10 Military Friendly Gold status for helping veterans successfully transition from military service to college.
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Saint Xavier University earns College of Distinction recognition for 11th straight year
Saint Xavier University earned College of Distinction honors for the 11th consecutive year, including new recognition for outstanding transfer student support.
Posted inSWNH Top News
Top cop Larry Snelling announces surprise retirement
Chicago Police Superintendent Larry Snelling, who led record crime reductions, retires July 15 after tensions with Mayor Johnson over arrest decisions.
Posted inChicago - Garfield Ridge
Garfield Ridge Satellite Center celebrates 30 years serving seniors
This July, the center is celebrating with a calendar full of events. Whether you’re a senior looking to stay active, learn something new, or just spend time with neighbors, here’s what’s happening.
Posted inSWNH We/Us
Midway Chamber marks nation’s 250th with Patriots Day parade, Toy Story party
Midway Chamber’s annual Patriots Day parade drew elected officials, first responders, and residents to Garfield Ridge on June 25.
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Garfield Ridge honors fallen firefighter Drew Price at annual 5K race
The Garfield Ridge Stars & Stripes 5K drew more than 900 runners to honor fallen Chicago firefighter Andrew “Drew” Price, whose memory inspired a new state safety law and whose family helped shape this year’s race.
Posted inChicago - Clearing
Summer fun awaits in Garfield Ridge, Clearing with markets, programs and events
Your complete guide to summer 2026 in Garfield Ridge. Free events for kids, farmers markets, library programs, 5K race, and community activities all season long.
Posted inSWNH Top News
Southwest side storm damage: Cleanup under way as wards rally
Chicago’s southwest side is still recovering from back-to-back storms that struck June 10 and 11, leaving nearly 8,000 residents without power at peak and triggering an EF2 tornado that leveled a garage, blew off a school roof, and left a family trapped inside their home.
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Against all odds, Moraine Valley graduate earns Illinois recognition
Mokena resident Brian P. Swift earned a statewide distinguished alumnus award for inspiring others through advocacy, writing and service.