Category: Chicago – Clearing

. Eileen Whelan wins citywide garden contest By Tim Hadac In a neighborhood once called “the garden spot of Chicago” by a U.S. congressman, it’s not easy being the best of the best. But Eileen Whelan is. In fact, the Garfield Ridge resident is the best home gardener in the entire city, at least this […]

. Owned and operated by Garfield Ridge native By Tim Hadac If boys and girls in Clearing and Garfield Ridge look a bit more stylish as they head back to school this month, Cristihan Barcenas had something to do with it. The owner of Union Fades Barbershop, Barcenas led his team of barbers at the […]

‘ Hailed for helping homeowners in time of need By Tim Hadac Two years ago, when Midway Chamber of Commerce President Mary Ellen Brown announced that All Exterior Contractors was the MCC Business of the Month—for a second time—she said half jokingly that perhaps the home improvement company should win the coveted award every month. […]

The lemonade was cold and the sales team was sweet last week near 54th and Rutherford. Three Garfield Ridge children: Joey Sherman, 6; Jimmy Sherman, 3; and Abby Verner, 7, presumably with help from the charming 8-month-old Nico Sherman, proved to be an effective marketing tool to raise funds for their block’s party, set for […]

. Business leader launches ‘Cool Kids Club’ By Tim Hadac Parents of special-needs boys and girls living in Clearing and Garfield Ridge are invited to enjoy a Chicago Dogs baseball game this month, courtesy of a local business leader. “Few things are more fun, more American than enjoying a baseball game in the summertime,” said […]

. . Seeking donations of toys, clothing   By Tim Hadac A Garfield Ridge Boy Scout is seeking donations to help victims or domestic and or sexual violence, as well as people with substance abuse disorders. Andrew Salinas, of Troop 810 (sponsored by Our Lady of the Snows Parish), is working to collect new or […]