Category: Features

A tribute to Tom Skilling and all meteorologists in Chicagoland

March 4, 2024March 4, 2024 Ray Hanania No Comments

A tribute to Tom Skilling and all meteorologists in Chicagoland By Ray Hanania Meteorology, or the science of guessing the weather on television, has been an entertaining segment since humans began watching “tele-vision.” Oftentimes, the “weather reports” were the least frightening to handle, compared to the growing domination of crime news that has filled up…

Blogger, Chicago, Commentary, Features, Opinion, rayhanania, Television

Paul O’Grady and Orland Township host Senior American Idol March 7, 2024

March 4, 2024March 4, 2024 Ray Hanania No Comments

Paul O’Grady and Orland Township host Senior American Idol March 7, 2024 Join Orland Township Supervisor Paul O’Grady and the Board of Trustees for an exciting evening filled with dinner, dancing, and live entertainment at the upcoming 2024 Orland Township Senior American Idol! This competition will showcase 11 talented contestants who will compete for the…

Baby Boomers, Comedy, Entertainment, Features, Government, News, Orland Township, Seniors, Suburban Chicagoland

New study reveals which are the most selected lottery numbers

February 23, 2024February 27, 2024 Ray Hanania No Comments

New study reveals which are the most selected lottery numbers The lottery numbers most likely to win you millions Number 10 is the luckiest, being picked 211 times on average Number 65 has been picked the least, with an average frequency of just 25 Lottery numbers for the five most popular US lotteries were analyzed…

Business, Features, General Topics, News

Is Thanksgiving and Christmas about celebration, or just about the money?

December 1, 2023December 1, 2023 Ray Hanania No Comments

Is Thanksgiving and Christmas about celebration, or just about the money? Thanksgiving and Christmas have been forcibly morphed from family holidays into commercial focused profit generation and greed. It’s no longer about families, enjoyment or religion but rather about spending money. By Ray Hanania When I was growing up, a phrase I am sure younger…

Baby Boomers, Blogger, Commentary, Culture, Features, Opinion, rayhanania, Seniors

Unveiling Wonder: Andi Gladwin’s “SHUFFLED” Delivers an Unforgettable Night of Magic at The Rhapsody Theater in Chicago

November 13, 2023November 13, 2023 Aaron Hanania No Comments

Unveiling Wonder: Andi Gladwin’s “SHUFFLED” delivers an unforgettable night of magic at The Rhapsody Theater in Chicago Andi Gladwin’s new intimate magic show unveils a mesmerizing fusion of storytelling, technology, and your very own deck of cards! An electrifying evening of magic awaits you for this brand-new show, developed exclusively for performances at The Rhapsody Theater….

Aaron Hanania, Blogger, Comedy, Commentary, Entertainment, Features, News, Opinion, Review, Theater

Sheriff Dart and Friends of the Chicago River Join Forces to

November 10, 2023November 10, 2023 Ray Hanania No Comments

Sheriff Dart and Friends of the Chicago River Join Forces to Clean-Up the Ford Heights Community and River The Cook County Sheriff’s Office co-hosted a volunteer community clean-up of the Deer Creek River in Ford Heights Village Thursday, Cook County Sheriff Thomas J. Dart announced Friday Nov. 10, 2023. Approximately 30 volunteers from the Sheriff’s…

Cook County, Environment, Features, Government, News, Suburban Chicagoland

Rupert Murdoch and the International News Empire

October 4, 2023October 4, 2023 Ray Hanania No Comments

Rupert Murdoch and the International News Empire Has Rupert Murdoch really retired? Two distinguished former Fleet Street editors analyse the media mogul’s announced retirement from active duty. It sounds improbable, but two of Fleet Street’s most distinguished editors have produced a wide-ranging podcast which assesses the career of 92-year-old Rupert Murdoch who inherited a modest…

Business, Features, journalism, News

Miss Utah USA Noella Voight crowned Miss USA 2023 at the 72nd Miss USA Pageant

October 1, 2023October 1, 2023 Ray Hanania No Comments

Miss Utah USA Noella Voight crowned Miss USA 2023 at the 72nd Miss USA Pageant Miss Utah USA Noelia Voight achieved the title of Miss USA at the 72nd MISS USA PAGEANT, a live broadcast that aired on The CW on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023. This captivating event took place at the Grand Sierra Resort and Casino’s…

Entertainment, Features, National, News, NewsWire, Television

Hastings reminds residents to make a plan during National Preparedness Month

September 11, 2023September 13, 2023 News Editor No Comments

Hastings reminds residents to make a plan during National Preparedness Month State Senator Michael E. Hastings is reminding residents across the 19th District to take the time to discuss and implement readiness plans during National Preparedness Month. “Setting aside time to plan ahead and create readiness plans can make all the difference in saving the…

Features, Frankfort, Government, Illinois Legislature, Mokena, News, NewsWire, Senator Michael Hastings, Suburban Chicagoland, Tinley Park

Mayor Chris Getty and Village officials celebrate opening of Strive Fitness

September 1, 2023September 8, 2023 Ray Hanania No Comments

Mayor Chris Getty and Village officials celebrate opening of Strive Fitness Village representatives, led by Mayor Chris Getty, met at 7905 Ogden Avenue on Friday Sept. 1 for the grand opening of Strive Fitness. Strive is a family-owned and operated fitness company that operates out of 3 studio locations including Riverside, La Grange Park, and…

Business, Employment, Events, Features, News, Suburban Chicagoland, Village of Lyons

Orland Fire Protection District annual Open House showcases its emergency response services

July 16, 2023July 16, 2023 Ray Hanania 1 Comment

Orland Fire Protection District annual Open House showcases its emergency response services The Orland Fire Protection District hosted its annual Open House for district residents which showcased an array of emergency response services to educate residents on best practices for ensuring public safety Thursday, July 13, 2023. This year’s Open House was held during evening…

Events, Features, Fire, News, Orland Fire Protection District, Suburban Chicagoland

Orland Fire District to host Evening Open House July 13 at 6:30 PM

July 5, 2023July 5, 2023 Ray Hanania No Comments

Orland Fire District to host Evening Open House July 13 at 6:30 PM The Orland Fire Protection District will host its annual Open House on Thursday July 13, 2023 featuring an assortment of demonstrations of emergency response scenarios. The Open House will be held during the evening from 6:30 PM until 8:30 PM at the…

Events, Features, Fire, Government, News

Lyons President Getty discusses public service career at Cicero Schools program

June 24, 2023June 24, 2023 Ray Hanania No Comments

Lyons President Getty discusses public service career at Cicero Schools program Mayor Chris Getty of the Village of Lyons presented to four classes of 5th grade students at Theodore Roosevelt Elementary School in the Town of Cicero in participation with the elementary schools’ career day celebrations at the end of the school year in late…

Education, Features, Government, News, NewsWire, Politics, Suburban Chicagoland

Naperville Mom is Bringing Joy to Orland Park Cancer Patients

June 21, 2023June 21, 2023 Ray Hanania No Comments

Naperville Mom is Bringing Joy to Orland Park Cancer Patients Naperville mom Joy Harmon visited the Northwestern Medicine Cancer Center in Orland Park on Tuesday, June 13 to deliver care packages to patients receiving treatment. Joy was diagnosed with breast cancer at just 39 years old. As a mom to two young kids, her diagnosis…

Features, Health, News, NewsWire, Orland Park, Suburban Chicagoland

Ahmed Ahmed reigns as the Pharaoh of Standup Comedy

June 15, 2023June 15, 2023 Ray Hanania 2 Comments

Ahmed Ahmed reigns as the Pharaoh of Standup Comedy Egyptian immigrant Ahmed Ahmed continues to lead the field of Arab American standup comedy and big screen films as he tours the country performing at your favorite comedy venue. Ahmed is probably the first Arab American to make standup comedy and acting his career focus, and…

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Bolingbrook to host International Festival of Culture July 15

June 14, 2023June 14, 2023 Ray Hanania No Comments

Bolingbrook to host International Festival of Culture July 15 Bolingbrook announced it would host its annual International Festival of Cultures on July 15, 2023, a one-day event celebrating the cultural diversity of its residents and the cultures from all over the world. The event highlights many countries showcasing ethnic food, handmade goods and merchandise, international…

Culture, Events, Features, Festival, Government, News, Suburban Chicagoland

No, You Do Not Own ‘Your’ Pronouns or My Language

June 6, 2023June 6, 2023 Guest Columnist 1 Comment

No, You Do Not Own ‘Your’ Pronouns or My Language By Jane M. Orient, M.D. From the viewpoint of a home-school grammar teacher (since I was in seventh grade), a pronoun is just a short word that takes the place of a noun, so that you don’t have to keep saying the noun over and…

Blogger, Civil Rights, Commentary, Features, Opinion

Lifesaving achievements focus of media presentation by Orland Fire Protection District officials

May 27, 2023May 28, 2023 News Editor No Comments

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…

Features, Fire, Government, News, Orland Fire Protection District, Suburban Chicagoland