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Muhammad Ali Center, Metro United Way partner for Greatest Give Back

Posted on April 29, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Muhammad Ali Center, Metro United Way partner for Greatest Give Back
Muhammad Ali Center, Metro United Way partner for Greatest Give Back

Muhammad Ali Center, Metro United Way partner for Greatest Give Back Event is Part of Ali Festival 2022. Offering Community Service Opportunity to Highlight Ali’s Spirit of Giving Muhammad Ali won 37 fights by knockout in his illustrious career, and in his honor the Muhammad Ali Center and Metro United Way are teaming up to…

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Lyons hosts fundraiser for judicial candidates Raines-Welch and Kantas April 28

Posted on April 5, 2022April 5, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Lyons hosts fundraiser for judicial candidates Raines-Welch and Kantas April 28
Lyons hosts fundraiser for judicial candidates Raines-Welch and Kantas April 28

Lyons hosts fundraiser for judicial candidates Raines-Welch and Kantas April 28 The Lyons Township Democratic Organization will host a fundraiser and rally for two Democratic candidates running in the June 28 Primary election for two judicial positions in the 4th Cook County SubCircuit. Nick Kantas and ShawnTe Raines-welch will be honored at a fundraiser April…

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Leving Legal Forum to address client misconceptions of the law

Posted on March 12, 2022March 13, 2022 By News Editor No Comments on Leving Legal Forum to address client misconceptions of the law
Leving Legal Forum to address client misconceptions of the law

Leving Legal Forum to address client misconceptions of the law 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 Tuesday, March 15 at 6:30 p.m. CDT at 19 S. LaSalle St. in Chicago, and via Zoom.  Attorney Andrey Filipowicz…

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Dad, boys together again after long, difficult separation 

Posted on February 22, 2022February 22, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Dad, boys together again after long, difficult separation 
Dad, boys together again after long, difficult separation 

Dad, boys together again after long, difficult separation  A father broke up with the mother of his children, and she wasn’t allowing him to see them. He was pushed out of their lives. The children are boys, ages 4 and 2. If Dad did nothing, he probably would never see his boys again. He was…

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Orland Township Announces Bingo Fest March 26

Posted on January 31, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Orland Township Announces Bingo Fest March 26
Orland Township Announces Bingo Fest March 26

Orland Township Announces Bingo Fest March 26 Join Orland Township for an evening of fun games, good food, and live entertainment. ALl profits beyond costs will benefit the Orland Township scholarship program for students Orland Township’s Bingo Fest, to be held on Saturday, March 26 from 6 to 9 p.m., will feature live music, fun…

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American Arab Chamber honors Tabares, Lopez and Pappas with its prestigious annual “Action” Award

Posted on December 11, 2021December 12, 2021 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on American Arab Chamber honors Tabares, Lopez and Pappas with its prestigious annual “Action” Award
American Arab Chamber honors Tabares, Lopez and Pappas with its prestigious annual “Action” Award

American Arab Chamber honors Tabares, Lopez and Pappas with its prestigious annual “Action” Award The American Arab Chamber of Commerce gave its prestigious annual “Action” Award to three elected officials who went out of their way to defend the rights of Arabs and Muslims in Chicago and Cook County. More than 200 Arab and Muslim community…

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Senator Hastings hosts Christmas Casino Night Dec. 16

Posted on December 6, 2021December 6, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Senator Hastings hosts Christmas Casino Night Dec. 16
Senator Hastings hosts Christmas Casino Night Dec. 16

Senator Hastings hosts Christmas Casino Night Dec. 16 Please join State Senator Michael Hastings at a Christmas Casino Night fundraiser in support of Senator Michael E. Hastings on Thursday, December 16th at 6:00 PM at Georgio’s Banquets in Orland Park.  For questions or to RSVP please contact Kelly at [email protected] or register onlineHERE. We look forward…

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Holiday Donation Drive-thru Tuesday Dec. 7, Bingo with Santa Dec. 10

Posted on December 6, 2021December 6, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Holiday Donation Drive-thru Tuesday Dec. 7, Bingo with Santa Dec. 10
Holiday Donation Drive-thru Tuesday Dec. 7, Bingo with Santa Dec. 10

Holiday Donation Drive-thru Tuesday Dec. 7, Bingo with Santa Dec. 10 For over 30 years, Orland Township has provided a yearly holiday meal, gifts, and other personal items to more than 200 families who are experiencing financial difficulties; with a majority of the recipients being clients of the Orland Township Food Pantry. Whether you’re donating…

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