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Superman II Actress Sarah Douglas hosts event at Emagine Movie Theater in Batavia, Illinois

Posted on October 15, 2024October 17, 2024 By Aaron Hanania No Comments on Superman II Actress Sarah Douglas hosts event at Emagine Movie Theater in Batavia, Illinois
Superman II Actress Sarah Douglas hosts event at Emagine Movie Theater in Batavia, Illinois

Superman II Actress Sarah Douglas hosts event at Emagine Movie Theater in Batavia, Illinois By Aaron Hanania  Superman fans in Batavia, Illinois, were in for a surprise on October 11th and 12th at the Emagine Theater Batavia when Superman II star Sarah Douglas hosted a live Q&A, movie screening, and meet-and-greet event. Douglas, who portrayed…

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Jiang Niu BBQ House in Orland Park, offers great food in a fun way

Posted on September 29, 2024December 19, 2025 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Jiang Niu BBQ House in Orland Park, offers great food in a fun way
Jiang Niu BBQ House in Orland Park, offers great food in a fun way

Jiang Niu BBQ House in Orland Park, offers great food in a fun way By Ray Hanania Jiang Niu BBQ House in Orland Park, 14651 S La Grange Road, has a fantastic menu with a great tasting Korean Chinese fusion food menu. But it goes one step further offering a fun way to enjoy it allowing…

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Inherit the Wind performance extended through Oct. 20 at The Goodman Theatre

Posted on September 23, 2024September 23, 2024 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Inherit the Wind performance extended through Oct. 20 at The Goodman Theatre
Inherit the Wind performance extended through Oct. 20 at The Goodman Theatre

Inherit the Wind performance extended through Oct. 20 at The Goodman Theatre It’s Opening Night and the verdict from Chicago audience is in: Inherit the Wind extended through Oct. 20 The jury of its peers finds Inherit the Wind at Goodman Theatre worthy of a one-week extension, adding six more performances of Henry Godinez’s major revival of Jerome Lawrence and Robert…

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7th Chicago International Latino Theater Festival opens Oct. 11

Posted on August 28, 2024August 28, 2024 By Ray Hanania No Comments on 7th Chicago International Latino Theater Festival opens Oct. 11
7th Chicago International Latino Theater Festival opens Oct. 11

7th Chicago International Latino Theater Festival opens Oct. 11 Subtext Studio Theatre Company’s Que Te Vaya Bien, Part of   Destinos: 7th Chicago International Latino Theater Festival  Opens October 11th at Greenhouse Theater Center  Subtext Studio Theatre Company (SSTC) announces the first production of Season Two: Generations featuring the world premiere play Que Te Vaya Bienby Artistic…

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Hanania syndicated columns on Pritzker, Biden, Trump and Roe V Wade

Posted on July 13, 2024July 13, 2024 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Hanania syndicated columns on Pritzker, Biden, Trump and Roe V Wade
Hanania syndicated columns on Pritzker, Biden, Trump and Roe V Wade

Hanania syndicated columns on Pritzker, Biden, Trump and Roe V Wade Syndicated columnist and award winning former Chicago City Hall reporter writes 5 columns each week addressing politics, slice of life and the Middle East Here is a summary of the most recent columns which you can subscribe to free of charge (or become a…

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Grilling Safety a Priority this 4th of July and Summer

Posted on June 28, 2024June 28, 2024 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Grilling Safety a Priority this 4th of July and Summer
Grilling Safety a Priority this 4th of July and Summer

Grilling Safety a Priority this 4th of July and Summer Roughly one-fifth or 20% of grilling fires were caused by a grill that was not clean  The Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal (OSFM) is reminding Illinoisans to make sure they are following proper safety practices when using their grills this holiday weekend and…

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Treasurer Maria Pappas featured in Women and Leadership Archives at Loyola University Chicago

Posted on June 11, 2024June 11, 2024 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Treasurer Maria Pappas featured in Women and Leadership Archives at Loyola University Chicago
Treasurer Maria Pappas featured in Women and Leadership Archives at Loyola University Chicago

Treasurer Maria Pappas featured in Women and Leadership Archives at Loyola University Chicago More than 34,000 documents, multimedia files and other items highlighting the career accomplishments of Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas are featured in the Women and Leadership Archives at Loyola University Chicago. A five-minute video that captures Pappas’ achievements and her desire to…

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2024 American Rugby Series coming to Bridgeview’s Seat Geek stadium

Posted on June 10, 2024June 10, 2024 By Ray Hanania No Comments on 2024 American Rugby Series coming to Bridgeview’s Seat Geek stadium
2024 American Rugby Series coming to Bridgeview’s Seat Geek stadium

2024 American Rugby Series coming to Bridgeview’s Seat Geek stadium USA National Rugby team takes on Romania at Seat Geek Stadium in Bridgeview, Friday July 5. Tickets for this historic event can be purchased online at www.eagles.rugby/usavsromania  Bridgeview, IL (June 5, 2024) – The 2024 National Rugby Team American Series will take place Friday July 5th,…

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School District 230 T-Bolts score tops on National German Exam

Posted on May 30, 2024May 30, 2024 By Ray Hanania No Comments on School District 230 T-Bolts score tops on National German Exam
School District 230 T-Bolts score tops on National German Exam

School District 230 T-Bolts score tops on National German Exam Victor J. Andrew had a total of 40 students across the German 1, 2 and 3 courses participate in the National German Exam given by the American Association of Teachers of German.  Students scored very well, five of whom received Bronze and Silver medals for…

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Local Author Showcase at Oak Lawn Public Library June 12

Posted on May 30, 2024May 30, 2024 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Local Author Showcase at Oak Lawn Public Library June 12
Local Author Showcase at Oak Lawn Public Library June 12

Local Author Showcase at Oak Lawn Public Library June 12 Oak Lawn Public Library, located at 9427 S. Raymond Ave., is kicking off its adult and teen summer reading season with a Local Author Showcase featuring a book fair and 30 authors Wednesday, June 12 from 6-8 p.m. The event is free. A third of the…

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Newly released novel by author Charlene Wexler explores Chicago’s South Shore in the 50s and 60s

Posted on May 20, 2024May 20, 2024 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Newly released novel by author Charlene Wexler explores Chicago’s South Shore in the 50s and 60s
Newly released novel by author Charlene Wexler explores Chicago’s South Shore in the 50s and 60s

Newly released novel by author Charlene Wexler explores Chicago’s South Shore in the 50s and 60s “Farewell to South Shore” by award winningauthor Charlene Wexler  takes readers on a nostalgic trip through Chicago’s South Shore and beyond — A Perfect Summer Beach Read This summer, readers can transport themselves to mid-century Chicago, where Sherrie Paul…

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Owens family questions removal of name from Village Administration Building

Posted on May 2, 2024April 27, 2025 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Owens family questions removal of name from Village Administration Building

Owens family questions removal of name from Village Administration Building The family of beloved and highly respected late former Orland Park Mayor Fred Owens has questioned why Mayor Keith Pekau has removed his name from the outdoor sign identifying the Village Administration Building, which was placed there in 1993 following his passing the year before….

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Popular weekly Frankfort Country Market kicks off Sunday April 21, 2024

Posted on April 13, 2024April 13, 2024 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Popular weekly Frankfort Country Market kicks off Sunday April 21, 2024
Popular weekly Frankfort Country Market kicks off Sunday April 21, 2024

Popular weekly Frankfort Country Market kicks off Sunday April 21, 2024 The Village of Frankfort will kick off the 2024 Frankfort Country Market season with a special ribbon-cutting ceremony, led by Mayor Keith Ogle and the Village Board. The ceremony will take place on Sunday, April 21, 2024, at 9 AM near the entrance of…

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The UNLUCKIEST lottery numbers in America, revealed in new study

Posted on April 4, 2024April 4, 2024 By Ray Hanania No Comments on The UNLUCKIEST lottery numbers in America, revealed in new study
The UNLUCKIEST lottery numbers in America, revealed in new study

The UNLUCKIEST lottery numbers in America, revealed in new study The number 47 is drawn the least across all lotteries, with an average frequency of just 138 . The numbers 46 and 43 are second and third, respectively. The luckiest lottery number is 28, with a frequency of 201.4  New research has discovered the lottery numbers…

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Lyons officials will join St. Baldrick’s “Fight Childhood Cancer” event Sunday March 24

Posted on March 22, 2024March 22, 2024 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Lyons officials will join St. Baldrick’s “Fight Childhood Cancer” event Sunday March 24
Lyons officials will join St. Baldrick’s “Fight Childhood Cancer” event Sunday March 24

Lyons officials will join St. Baldrick’s “Fight Childhood Cancer” event Sunday March 24 The St. Baldrick’s “Fight Childhood Cancer” event will be held on Sunday March 24, 2024.   This annual event is organized by the Edison Park Chamber of Commerce in Chicago at at Firewater Saloon, 6689 N Oliphant in Chicago.  A performance of…

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Windy City Blues Society presents “Blues in the Schools” performances in Willow Springs March 19

Posted on March 14, 2024March 14, 2024 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Windy City Blues Society presents “Blues in the Schools” performances in Willow Springs March 19
Windy City Blues Society presents “Blues in the Schools” performances in Willow Springs March 19

Windy City Blues Society presents “Blues in the Schools” performances in Willow Springs March 19 Blues In The Schools Presented by:  The Windy City Blues Society & Willow Springs School District 108 Featuring: Geneva Red & The Original Delta Fireballs Willow Springs Public School (K-8), 8345 Archer Ave. Willow Springs, IL Tuesday March 19th 9:00…

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Illinois welcomes visitors for April 8, 2024 total solar eclipse

Posted on March 11, 2024March 11, 2024 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Illinois welcomes visitors for April 8, 2024 total solar eclipse
Illinois welcomes visitors for April 8, 2024 total solar eclipse

Illinois welcomes visitors for April 8, 2024 total solar eclipse Thousands expected to view the eclipse from southern Illinois for the second time since 2017. UPDATE: Video from Friday’s eclipse news conference at Giant City State Park is available for download Preparations are underway to host thousands of visitors in Illinois for the April 8,…

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Garmin 67 W Dash Cam has serious App and installation issues

Posted on March 9, 2024March 9, 2024 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Garmin 67 W Dash Cam has serious App and installation issues
Garmin 67 W Dash Cam has serious App and installation issues

Garmin 67 W Dash Cam has serious App and installation issues Garmin’s 67 W Dash Cam is a waste of money that is difficult to use and not made for everyday people. The system has flaws. The Garmin App does not work. And there are no good instructions on how to use the system. An…

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