When Evanston’s 3rd Ward City Council Member Melissa Wynne was persuaded to run for office by neighbors she didn’t think she’d win. But she did. After 28 years in office she’s decided not to run for reelection to spend more time with family and friends and travel. Travel is nothing new to Wynne. Her father […]
Day: August 12, 2024
Boys & Girls Club of Elgin receives $1 million federal grant for club house improvements
The Boys & Girls Club of Elgin has received $1 million in federal grant funding for improvements to its more than 30-year-old facility in Elgin, delivered Monday by Democratic Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi of Schaumburg.
Lake Forest Day festivities celebrate community pride; ‘A testament to a great city’
Post 264 representatives believe attendance doubled this year, as people may have been more comfortable attending one year farther away from the mass shooting at the 2022 July 4th parade in Highland Park.
New five-year contract approved for School District 308 superintendent
The five-year contract replaces an initial agreement between the board and Andalib Khelghati that would have expired in 2026, officials said.
Two restaurants coming to The Fountains in Carol Stream
Two restaurants sign leases at The Fountains at Town Center in Carol Stream.
First day of school festivities include kickoff of Conant High School’s 60th anniversary
Palatine-Schaumburg High School District 211 was one of the first suburban school districts to kick off the school year Monday. Dozens more will welcome students back over the next few days.
Column: Grant will help bring clean energy training facility to Park Forest
OAI of Park Forest will develop a clean energy demonstration site with a $100,000 check from Northern Illinois Community Initiatives.
Marathon swimmer says he quit his trek across Lake Michigan after going in wrong direction without a working GPS
A swimmer said two lost batteries spoiled his attempt to cross Lake Michigan on the third day of the extraordinary journey.
MindFlavors® Podcast Interview: Dr. Tamara “Tami” Patzer — From Stagnation to Expansion — A 30-Day Transformation
Listen to this inspiring conversation as Dr. Tamara “Tami” Patzer shares her transformative experience with MindFlavors®.
Chicago Bears to ask focus groups what they want in new stadium, but not where they want it
The Bears will not question focus group participants about where the stadium should be constructed.