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Senator Michael Hastings appointed Chairman of the Illinois Senate’s Veterans Affairs Committee State Senator Michael Hastings, an Iraq war veteran and recipient of the Bronze Star for Meritorious Service in a Combat Zone, was named this week as the Chairman of the Illinois State Senate’s Veterans Affairs Committee. “Our veterans selflessly served our country and…
Lifesaving achievements focus of media presentation by Orland Fire Protection District officials FULL VIDEO BELOW Orland Park — The Orland Fire Protection District hosted a media availability on Thursday May 25, 2023 to review their many achievements as one of the region’s and State of Illinois’ best Fire Districts. Board President John Brudnak welcomed media…
Orland Fire Protection District swears in two new trustees, elects officers Orland Fire District — The Orland Fire Protection District swore in two new trustees on Tuesday (May 23) who were elected in the April 4, 2023 elections to six year terms, Tina Zekich and Angela Greenfield. OFPD Fire Chief Michael Schofield also reported during…
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Senator Michael Hasting ensures degraded former Tinley Park Mental Health Center to be revitalized into a sports park in new law State Senator Michael E. Hastings spearheaded a measure through the Senate that would allow Tinley Park’s Park District to renovate a degraded building into a sports park and recreational space for residents in the…
Artisan and craft vendor’s wanted for Cicero Farmer’s Market and Artisan Fair in June Town of Cicero, Illinois, accepting applications for arts and craft fair vendors. The fair will be held during two weekends on June 16 and 17, and June 23 and 24, 2023. Click here to download the Application Town President Larry Dominick…
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Hyundai and AAA Insurers Collaborate to Offer Insurance Options for Customers Affected by Method of Theft Popularized on TikTok AAA Insurers to Offer Insurance Coverage Options for Affected Hyundai Customers. Hyundai Expedites Free Software Upgrade Availability. Hyundai Announces Steering Wheel Locks Distribution and Reimbursement Program Hyundai Motor America and independently operated AAA insurers today announced…
Help for fathers now available at Little Free Libraries Three books providing practical information and encouragement for single and divorced fathers are now turning up in Little Free Library locations around Chicago. Attorney Jeffery M. Leving, a trailblazer in helping fathers stay involved with their children after a divorce or breakup with the mother, is…
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Chicago Fire will face Chicago House in the Lamar Open Cup April 26 CHICAGO (April 11, 2023) – Chicago Fire FC will face Chicago House AC in the third round of the 2023 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup at 7 p.m. CT on Wednesday, April 26 at SeatGeek Stadium in Bridgeview, Ill. Broadcast information will…
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Orland Fire Protection District Fire Commission administers promotions The Orland Fire Protection District administered the Oaths of Office in the promotion of two firefighters on Thursday April 6, 2023 at the OFPD administrative building. Fire Commission member Beth Damas Kaspar administered The Engineer Oath of Office to Firefighters Justin Dublin and Zach Zweizig. Araceli Dublin,…
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Matrimonial Lawyer returns for CLE presentation at Leving firm on litigating vs. pro se parties The Law Offices of Jeffery M. Leving Ltd. will host the next presentation of the Arthur S. Kallow Continuing Legal Education (CLE) Seminar Series on Thursday, April 20 at 6:30 p.m. CDT at 19 S. LaSalle St. in Chicago. Attorney…
House fire quickly extinguished in Orland Park; no injuries The Orland Fire Protection District (OFPD) responded to a house fire on the 11500 block of 116th Court in unincorporated Cook County on at approximately 2 pm on Thursday March 30th. The fire was quickly extinguished by first arriving crews. The cause of the fire is…
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Arab Americans oppose “MENA” bill and urge “ARAB” be recognized as an MBE and in Census Arab American leaders are pushing back against legislation that would designate the MENA (Middle East and North Africa) category for the Minority Business Enterprises (MBE) and the U.S. Census arguing that the MENA Category will only help fuel more…
Johnson Refuses to Answer Whether He Would Pursue Stricter Penalties for Repeat Gun Offenders At WGN Debate Vallas also releases photo of Brandon Johnson leading a protest demanding to defund the police, an issue that he continues to deny and waterdown. Johnson also has defended looters saying that he opposed tougher crackdowns on looters because…
One fatality in Orland Hills Home fire A woman was killed during a home fire in Orland Hills, officials of the Orland Fire Protection District said Tuesday. Fire crews responded to the fire at the 8900 block of Beacon Lane in Orland Hills at approximately 2 PM on Tuesday, March 21st, 2023. First arriving fire…
Senator Michael Hastings supports bill to protect consumers from pesky auto-renewal charges Legislation introduced this week by State Senator Michael Hastings will require companies to provide “clear notice” on contracts that automatically renew. Hastings said that oftentimes contracts are renewed automatically without giving consumers proper or formal notice of the upcoming renewal or giving them…
Wreaths Across America Radio Announces New Strategic Partnerships with Veteran Radio Programs New programming added to the Wreaths Radio lineup is veteran-centric and aims to inform, educate, and entertain! Wreaths Across America Radio, is a full-time internet radio station that broadcasts a variety of music, news, and stories regarding American veterans, their families, and the ongoing community…
Orland Township Democratic Organization to honor Former Secretary of State Jesse White on Feb. 23
Tickets and Ads available for the February 23rd event at Papa Joe’s Restaurant in Orland Park by visiting the Orland Township Democratic Organization website.
First Responders announce candidacies for Orland Fire District Board seats Orland Park — Veteran and experienced first responders Matthew G. Rafferty and William Bonnar Jr., officially announced their candidacies for the April 4 election for two seats on the Board of Trustees of the Orland Fire Protection District (OFPD). The two candidates filed petitions in December…
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