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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 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…
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…
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 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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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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….
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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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…
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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…
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