Partly cloudy with a slight north to northeast breeze and temperatures ranging from 79 to 82 degrees. A beautiful day for a canoe ride in Marquette Park. I arrived at the pier behind the fieldhouse around 8:30 a.m., just as the canoers were learning the rules of navigating the water. My plan was to begin […]
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Young Musicians Bring Jazz to Life at Saint Xavier University Summer Jazz Camp
Saint Xavier University’s Summer Jazz Camp brought 50 young musicians together for a week of learning, performance and celebrating the art of jazz.
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After 8-year fight, disabled CPS clerk wins permanent job
Judy Mahoney, a Chicago Public Schools clerk paralyzed in a 2017 car accident, has secured a permanent full-time position at Byrne Elementary after an eight-year fight for job security rooted in disability claims.
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Garfield Ridge, Clearing celebrate summer with parades, library programs, community activities: Patricia Tyznik
The annual Patriots Day Parade was held on June 25, and it was one of the best. It started with a pre-parade party at Valtas Insurance Agency, located at 6108 S. Archer Ave., which was celebrating 25 years of service. They provided free tacos, hot dogs, soda, popcorn and bubbles. There was a DJ, dance […]
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Fire forces temporary closure of Garfield Ridge pizza institution
A fire forced the temporary closure of Obbie’s Pizza on Friday, July 3, at 6654 W. Archer Avenue in Garfield Ridge. According to a statement posted on social media Friday evening, no one was injured in the fire. The restaurant said it will remain closed as owners begin rebuilding and remodeling. “While our hearts are […]
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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.
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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.
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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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Park goers have a laugh at Henry VIII at Wentworth Park
Shakespeare’s Henry VIII received a comedy improv twist on Saturday, July 27, at Wentworth Park, performed by the Shakespeare Blood Oath Theatre Company.
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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.