Stagg High hosted its 45th Marching Band Jamboree with 15 bands, the Marching Illini, 1,500 students, and community support.
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Village Green Turns Into a Party Paradise for Oak Lawn
Oak Lawn’s festival brought three stages of live music, endless food, and nonstop fun as crowds packed the Village Green all weekend.
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SXU Gallery Show Stuns with Cathie Ruggie Saunders’ Bold New Exhibit
SXU Gallery showcases Cathie Ruggie Saunders’ “That Which Remains,” featuring artists’ books, letterpress prints, and mixed-media pieces exploring memory and creativity.
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Tears, triumph, and hope shine at Donate Life Night
The Maddog Strong Foundation and Donate Life Illinois hosted its tailgate at the ThunderBolts Donate Life game on Friday night.
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Moraine Valley’s Halloween 5K returns this October
Moraine Valley’s Halloween 5K on Oct. 25 features costumes, kids’ activities, and community fun while supporting student scholarships.
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Moraine Valley earns National Excellence Award for Mental Health and Well-Being
Moraine Valley Community College earned the 2025 Excellence in Mental Health and Well-Being Award for outstanding student support services.
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Statue dedication on Sunday to honor Ella French
On Aug. 31, at 10 a.m. in Wentworth Park, Chicago will gather to unveil a bronze sculpture honoring slain Chicago Police Officer Ella French.
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Nicky V’s brings big flavor back home
Nicky V’s opened a new Bedford Park location, bringing owner Nick Versetto back to his roots while expanding his award-winning restaurant brand.
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Price Is Right hopefuls crowd Steinhafels in Orland Park
Thousands filled Steinhafels in Orland Park Friday as The Price Is Right held auditions, with CBS execs praising the show’s lasting appeal.
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New Cougars begin academic journey at SXU
Saint Xavier welcomed new students during Cougar Trax, featuring educational sessions, First-Year Fest, and the New Student Induction Ceremony.