Palos Heights Police Department joined community members March 28 in a polar plunge that raised more than $5,000 for Special Olympics.
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P.E.O. Chapter transforms women’s lives through education and scholarships
P.E.O. Chapter KR in Palos Heights supports women’s education through scholarships, grants and community service, continuing a 150-year legacy of empowerment.
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Breakfast at Tiffany’s fundraiser builds meaningful connections for Woman’s Club
The biggest raffle prize at the Palos Heights Woman’s Club’s Breakfast at Tiffany’s-themed fundraiser was a $3,000 Tiffany necklace.
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Ashley Vinson proves women belong in law enforcement
Palos Heights School Resource Officer Ashley Vinson exemplifies modern community-centered policing through dedication, education and perseverance, inspiring young women to pursue law enforcement careers.
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Palos Heights Woman’s Club to host ‘Breakfast at Tiffany’s’ fundraiser
The late Audrey Hepburn obviously cannot make it to the Palos Heights Woman’s Club’s annual fundraiser, but the group is going to have the next best thing.
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Lake Katherine waterfall ran green for St. Patrick’s Day celebration
Lake Katherine Nature Center turned its 300-foot waterfall emerald green for its annual St. Patrick’s Day tradition, drawing crowds despite frigid 19-degree temperatures and snow.
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Swimmers, cyclists and runners compete at Moraine Valley Tri for a Cause
More than 70 participants competed in the sixth annual Tri for a Cause indoor triathlon and duathlon at Moraine Valley Community College on Sunday.
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Irish Soda Bread Baking Contest a hit in Palos Heights
Pass Health Foods held its first Irish Soda Bread Baking Contest on March 7, with 29 entries celebrating Irish heritage and tradition in Palos Heights.
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Respect Week peaks with Polar Plunge fundraiser at Shepard
Alan B. Shepard High School’s annual Polar Plunge raised $16,000 for Special Olympics, with 84 participants celebrating inclusion during Respect Week on March 5.
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Palos Heights’ Channel 4 boss honored for 25 years of service
Ron Jankowski was in his 60s when he retired from NBC5 in Chicago and helped start up a cable access channel in Palos Heights.