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Jesse White honored by Orland Township Democrats at successful fundraiser

Posted on February 24, 2023February 24, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Jesse White honored by Orland Township Democrats at successful fundraiser
Jesse White honored by Orland Township Democrats at successful fundraiser

Jesse White honored by Orland Township Democrats at successful fundraiser By Ray Hanania A gathering of the Orland Township Democratic Organization (OTDO) on Thursday, Feb. 23, 2023, honored the 24-year service of former Secretary of State Jesse White. White expressed his gratitude for the support he has received including from the more than 150 people who attended…

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Orland Township Democratic Organization to honor Former Secretary of State Jesse White on Feb. 23

Posted on February 2, 2023February 8, 2023 By News Editor No Comments on Orland Township Democratic Organization to honor Former Secretary of State Jesse White on Feb. 23
Orland Township Democratic Organization to honor Former Secretary of State Jesse White on Feb. 23

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.

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Lyons co-hosts Three Kings Festival with Commissioner Aguilar

Posted on January 9, 2023January 9, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Lyons co-hosts Three Kings Festival with Commissioner Aguilar
Lyons co-hosts Three Kings Festival with Commissioner Aguilar

Lyons co-hosts Three Kings Festival with Commissioner Aguilar Cook County Board Commissioner Frank Aguilar partnered with Lyons Village President Chris Getty on Friday (Jan. 6, 2023) to co-host the annual Three Kings Day commemoration. The commemoration was celebrated by distributing wrapped new toys and gifts to young children of needy families in Lyons Township and…

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CLE at Leving firm to focus on analyzing financial records to discover adverse party’s assets in Domestic Relations cases

Posted on November 21, 2022November 21, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on CLE at Leving firm to focus on analyzing financial records to discover adverse party’s assets in Domestic Relations cases
CLE at Leving firm to focus on analyzing financial records to discover adverse party’s assets in Domestic Relations cases

CLE at Leving firm to focus on analyzing financial records to discover adverse party’s assets in Domestic Relations cases 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 Monday, Nov. 21 at 6:30 p.m. CST at 19 S. LaSalle…

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Orland Fire District meeting helps Seniors cope with winter

Posted on November 15, 2022November 16, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Orland Fire District meeting helps Seniors cope with winter
Orland Fire District meeting helps Seniors cope with winter

Orland Fire District meeting helps Seniors cope with winter Orland Park — The Orland Fire Protection District will host a “Coffee & Conversation” meeting this week to help seniors adjust to the winter months and in December discuss their insurance needs. The program, “Seasonal Survival Guide for the Seniors” will be led by retired Lieutenant…

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Quad Cities Festival of Trees Ushers in the Holiday Season

Posted on October 26, 2022October 26, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Quad Cities Festival of Trees Ushers in the Holiday Season
Quad Cities Festival of Trees Ushers in the Holiday Season

Quad Cities Festival of Trees Ushers in the Holiday Season Celebrating 37 years of holiday magic, this year’s Kwik Star Festival of Trees returns to the RiverCenter in downtown Davenport, Iowa, on November 19-27. Take a walk through the “Peppermint Forest” and experience over 150 designer displays and fun-filled attractions that will be sure to…

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Supporters host fundraiser for State Rep. Cyril Nichols

Posted on October 21, 2022October 21, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Supporters host fundraiser for State Rep. Cyril Nichols
Supporters host fundraiser for State Rep. Cyril Nichols

Supporters host fundraiser for State Rep. Cyril Nichols Allies and supporters for State Rep. Cyril Nichols of the 32nd House District will host a fundraiser on Saturday October 22, 2022 from 6 until 10 PM. Titled “We Do the Work,” the fundraiser will be held at the XS Tennis and Education Center, 5336 S. State…

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Hurley Highlights Upcoming IDOT Workshops for Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program

Posted on October 21, 2022October 21, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Hurley Highlights Upcoming IDOT Workshops for Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program
Hurley Highlights Upcoming IDOT Workshops for Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program

Hurley Highlights Upcoming IDOT Workshops for Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program State Rep. Fran Hurley is encouraging qualifying disadvantaged small businesses to participate in a series of upcoming virtual workshops for the Illinois Department of Transportation’s (IDOT) Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program. “The DBE program supports local businesses, and helps in the construction of infrastructure across…

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Orland Park Democrats organize strong rally for November 8 candidates

Posted on October 14, 2022October 14, 2022 By News Editor 1 Comment on Orland Park Democrats organize strong rally for November 8 candidates
Orland Park Democrats organize strong rally for November 8 candidates

Orland Park Democrats organize strong rally for November 8 candidates The Orland Park Democratic Organization headed by Beth McElroy Kirkwood hosted a forum and fundraiser to support Democratic candidates running in the November 8 elections. The event was held at Papa Joe’s Restaurant Wednesday night Oct. 12, 2022 and included nearly 30 candidates running for…

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Gaining clients relief from child support arrearages to be topic of Leving firm CLE seminar

Posted on October 13, 2022October 13, 2022 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Gaining clients relief from child support arrearages to be topic of Leving firm CLE seminar
Gaining clients relief from child support arrearages to be topic of Leving firm CLE seminar

Gaining clients relief from child support arrearages to be topic of Leving firm CLE seminar 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 Wednesday, Oct. 19 at 6:30 p.m. CDT at 19 S. LaSalle St. in Chicago. Attorney…

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Ali Center announces Muhammad Ali Humanitarian Award recipients 

Posted on October 2, 2022October 2, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Ali Center announces Muhammad Ali Humanitarian Award recipients 
Ali Center announces Muhammad Ali Humanitarian Award recipients 

Ali Center announces Muhammad Ali Humanitarian Award recipients  Dr. Anthony Fauci, World Central Kitchen, Alice Houston, and NBA Star Malcom Brogdon headline slate of nine awardees  . National CBS News correspondent Michelle Miller to host the event   The ninth annual Muhammad Ali Humanitarian Awards will take place Saturday, November 5, and boasts another esteemed panel…

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Beverly Arts Centers hosts play on Ann Landers Oct. 6 – 9

Posted on October 2, 2022October 2, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Beverly Arts Centers hosts play on Ann Landers Oct. 6 – 9
Beverly Arts Centers hosts play on Ann Landers Oct. 6 – 9

Beverly Arts Centers hosts play on Ann Landers Oct. 6 – 9 Beverly Arts Center’s electrifying 2022/2023 theatre season, BOLD VOICES, opens Thursday, October 6th with the hit play, The Lady With All the Answers. Ann Landers was many things: columnist, icon, even 1978’s “most influential woman in the US’“. This intimate play takes audiences…

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Polish scholar Maciej Olchawa addresses Poland and the Ukraine War Oct. 2

Posted on September 30, 2022September 30, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Polish scholar Maciej Olchawa addresses Poland and the Ukraine War Oct. 2
Polish scholar Maciej Olchawa addresses Poland and the Ukraine War Oct. 2

Polish scholar Maciej Olchawa addresses Poland and the Ukraine War Oct. 2 As Artist-in-Residence at Loyola University Chicago, THE LIRA ENSEMBLE is delighted to help spread the word that Polish and American donors have established a new fund at the KOSCIUSZKO FOUNDATION to sponsor scholars from Poland to come to Loyola each year, to teach…

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North Suburban Legal Aid Clinic and Judy’s Pizza Help Domestic Violence Victims Connect to Free Legal Aid 

Posted on September 28, 2022September 28, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on North Suburban Legal Aid Clinic and Judy’s Pizza Help Domestic Violence Victims Connect to Free Legal Aid 
North Suburban Legal Aid Clinic and Judy’s Pizza Help Domestic Violence Victims Connect to Free Legal Aid 

North Suburban Legal Aid Clinic and Judy’s Pizza Help Domestic Violence Victims Connect to Free Legal Aid Free virtual cooking demonstration will provide domestic violence victims the opportunity to ask questions to attorneys anonymously in the chat.   North Suburban Legal Aid Clinic (NSLAC) invites anyone with questions about domestic violence to join a free cooking…

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Fatherhood symposium set for Oct. 1 in Joliet

Posted on September 24, 2022September 24, 2022 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Fatherhood symposium set for Oct. 1 in Joliet
Fatherhood symposium set for Oct. 1 in Joliet

Fatherhood symposium set for Oct. 1 in Joliet The Illinois Council on Responsible Fatherhood, a state board established in 2004 to promote paternal involvement in the upbringing of their children, will present its 2022 annual symposium on Saturday, Oct. 1, at 1:30 p.m. at the Joliet Public Library, 150 N. Ottawa St., Joliet. The event…

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Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church in Lakeview co-hosts inaugural Oktoberfest Oct 1 – 2

Posted on September 23, 2022September 23, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church in Lakeview co-hosts inaugural Oktoberfest Oct 1 – 2
Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church in Lakeview co-hosts inaugural Oktoberfest Oct 1 – 2

Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church in Lakeview co-hosts inaugural Oktoberfest Oct 1 – 2 Ou Lady of Mount Carmel, in partnership with Lakeview East Chamber of Commerce, announce the inaugural OcktoberFest, October 1 – 2 at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church. Held in the East Parking Lot in Lakeview, Our Lady of Mount…

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Fight The Flu at Orland Township

Posted on September 20, 2022September 20, 2022 By Ray Hanania 2 Comments on Fight The Flu at Orland Township
Fight The Flu at Orland Township

Fight The Flu at Orland Township Flu Shot Clinics are starting at the Township again in September. At Orland Township residents will have the opportunity to receive their seasonal flu-shots on select days in the coming months. Starting on September 21st, Orland Township residents will have the opportunity to receive their seasonal flu-shots on select…

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“Plan Your Escape” is the theme for the Orland Fire Protection District annual Open House Sept. 24

Posted on September 12, 2022September 12, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on “Plan Your Escape” is the theme for the Orland Fire Protection District annual Open House Sept. 24
“Plan Your Escape” is the theme for the Orland Fire Protection District annual Open House Sept. 24

“Plan Your Escape” is the theme for the Orland Fire Protection District annual Open House Sept. 24 The Orland Fire District urges the “Plan Your Escape” message for our annual Open House which will be held onSept. 24th. The Orland Fire Protection District will host its open house on Saturday, Sept. 24 in anticipation with…

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