Grito Fest drew more than 8,000 people over four days, organizer Adrian Valladolid said, marking the festival’s biggest year yet at Summit Park. The festival, which ran Sept. 10-13 at 5700 S. Archer Road, featured more than 20 bands and live performers including K-Bros, Vanguardia, and Los Picudos. “We wrapped it up and it was […]
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Three Lions clubs raise funds at fifth annual Oktoberfest
The Bridgeview, Justice, and Argo-Summit Lions clubs held their fifth annual Oktoberfest on Saturday, Sept. 19, at the Bridgeview Community Center, drawing nearly 100 residents for polka music, brats, and community spirit. The event, which ran from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., featured Eddie Korosa Jr. and His Boys From Illinois. Food included brats, hot […]
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Argo Temple marks 100 years of faith in Summit
Pastor Wheeler Parker Jr. and First Lady Dr. Marvel Parker invited the community to celebrate 100 years of faith, family, and fellowship at Argo Temple Church of God in Christ on Sunday, Sept. 13, at 7435 W. 64th St. in Summit. The church held two services that day—one at 11 a.m. and another at 4 […]
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Steve Palmer named to La Grange Village Board
Area business owner Steve Palmer, a lifelong resident of La Grange, has been named to the village board.
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 Lyons Township launches free book program for young childrenÂ
Lyons Township Clerk Elyse Hoffenberg announced the township will join a literacy initiative started by late entertainer Dolly Parton.
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Illinois Democrats raise $1 million at Navy Pier rally
The state Democratic Party, along with southwest suburban democrats and over 800 attendees, gathered Sept. 10 in the Grand Ballroom at Navy Pier.
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Bridgeview firefighters to climb SeatGeek stairs to honor 9/11 victimsÂ
Bridgeview firefighters will honor the 343 New York City firefighters who perished during the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attack on the World Trade Center by climbing the stairs inside SeatGeek Stadium.
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St. Laurence High breaks ground for huge new fieldhouse
St. Laurence High School breaks ground on a 34,000-square foot fieldhouse to be ready for the 2027-28 academic year
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Willow Springs Lioness Lions club host pancake breakfast fundraiser
The Willow Springs Lioness Lions Club held a pancake breakfast on Sunday, Sept. 13, to raise money for local community programs. The event ran from 8 a.m. to noon at the Willow Springs Community Center. Attendees were served pancakes and sausage with orange juice or coffee. Guests who brought old eyeglasses or hearing aids for […]
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Stickney Pet Fest draws many breeds, celebrates 8th year
Nearly 100 people attended the Paws for Fall Pet Fest in Stickney on Saturday, Sept. 12, bringing their dogs to swim in pools, grab free treats, and pose for pictures with a pony dressed as a unicorn. The event, held from 1 to 3 p.m. at 41st and Ridgeland, is organized by Mayor Mitch Milenkovic […]