Summit Public Library welcomed the Chicago Bears mascot, Staley, on Saturday, August 22, for an hour-long meet-and-greet that turned into a lucky break for one family. A mother and her 3-year-old son, Jackson, stopped by the library around 10:30 a.m. for an unrelated appointment. Jackson was already dressed in Bears gear—the team was playing the […]
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Old Timers Softball Club marks 50 years with free community picnic
The Old Timers Softball Club celebrated a half-century of summer tradition Saturday, August 22, hosting their 50th Annual Picnic at Argo Park in Summit in partnership with Nubian 9 Forever Argo. The free event drew families and neighbors from noon to 6 p.m. for hamburgers, hot dogs, chicken, rib tips, potato salad, spaghetti, green beans, […]
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Stickney mayor pledges to block data center at former Hawthorne Race Course
Stickney Mayor Mitch Milenkovic announced his opposition Thursday, August 20, to any data center development at the 119-acre former Hawthorne Race Course site,
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Cacciottolo to run for 13th Ward alderman with Marty Quinn’s blessing
For approximately six weeks, 30-year Garfield Ridge resident Al Cacciottolo has been ringing doorbells and speaking in-person to introduce himself as a candidate to replace Marty Quinn.
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Summit’s Old Timers Picnic marks 50 years with community celebration
The Old Timers Picnic reaches a milestone this year as it celebrates its 50th anniversary on August 22 at Argo Park in Summit. The event, held the fourth Saturday of August, runs from noon to 6 p.m. at the park, located at 74th and 64th Avenues behind Wharton School. All are welcome for food, activities, […]
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Back to School events herald return to classes for CPS students: Peggy Zabicki
Chicago Public Schools will be back in session on August 24. We are now shopping for school supplies, which can be expensive.
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It was a perfect day for Chicago Lawn Library block party: Kathy Headley
Thanks to Kaye Friberg, Branch Manager at the Chicago Lawn Library, and her whole staff for a fun block party.
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Update: Mark Twain shooting victims identified
Two school custodians were fatally shot Monday afternoon, August 10, at Mark Twain Elementary School in the Garfield Ridge neighborhood.
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Check out Little Free Libraries in Clear-Ridge area: Alexis Bocanegra
Those interested in starting their own Little Free Library can pick a legal location, build or buy a library box, register it online, and create a steward account. It’s that easy!
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Donald Wiberg, legendary Kennedy High School teacher, dies
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