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Chris Getty becomes first Independent Congressional Candidate to file for IL-4th Congressional District race with nearly 20,000 signatures

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Chris Getty becomes first Independent Congressional Candidate to file for IL-4th Congressional District race with nearly 20,000 signatures

Chris Getty becomes first Independent Congressional Candidate to file for IL-4th Congressional District race with nearly 20,000 signatures Lyons mayor’s historic petition drive signals grassroots demand for real representation after Democratic machine bypassed voters Declaring that “democracy only works when voters are given a real choice,” Mayor Chris Getty officially filed petitions Monday morning May…

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Mayor Getty showcases “unity” in contrast to “deeply polarized” nation

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Mayor Getty showcases “unity” in contrast to “deeply polarized” nation

Mayor Getty showcases “unity” in contrast to “deeply polarized” nation Lyons Mayor Chris Getty on Saturday, October 25th welcomed more than 500 people to a fundraiser and rally for the United Citizens Party, showcasing the community’s unity in contrast to the deep divisions of the nation’s political polarization. This is the 15th year of the breakfast…

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Getty Celebrates Successful Re-Election and Local Victory Sweep

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Getty Celebrates Successful Re-Election and Local Victory Sweep

Getty Celebrates Successful Re-Election and Local Victory Sweep Voters in the Village of Lyons and across Lyons Township sent a strong message of confidence and support on April 1st, re-electing Mayor Chris Getty and many other public officials in a sweeping election victory. Mayor Getty, who also serves as Lyons Township Supervisor, expressed his gratitude…

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Mayor Chris Getty and Village officials celebrate opening of Strive Fitness

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Mayor Chris Getty and Village officials celebrate opening of Strive Fitness

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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Financial ratings agency raises rating for Lyons Township Government

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Financial ratings agency raises rating for Lyons Township Government

Financial ratings agency raises rating for Lyons Township Government Standard & Poor’s, one of the nation’s most prestigious financial rating agencies, on Wednesday, August 23 announced they raised the Credit Rating for the Township of Lyons Government due to its strong financial status. Standard & Poor’s raised the Township Rating from AA to AA+ citing…

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Lyons Mayor Chris Getty Hosts Town Hall meeting with Congressman Garcia and local officials

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Lyons Mayor Chris Getty Hosts Town Hall meeting with Congressman Garcia and local officials

Lyons Mayor Chris Getty Hosts Town Hall meeting with Congressman Garcia and local officials Lyons Mayor Christopher Getty hosted a Town Hall meeting featuring Congressman Jesus “Chuy” Garcia along promising that they would work together to continue to bring state funding to support resident needs. Also attending the event were State Rep. Lisa Hernandez, State…

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Former Lyons trustee Alonzi dies

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Former Lyons trustee Alonzi dies

Former Lyons trustee Alonzi dies Served 12 years; started block party By Steve Metsch As do many people in Lyons, Village Trustee Dan Hilker has fond memories of former Trustee Pat Alonzi. “I sat next to Pat (at board meetings).  … She was fun to deal with. She was concerned about the citizens of the…

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LyonsFest begins Friday, June 30 at Veterans Park

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LyonsFest begins Friday, June 30 at Veterans Park

LyonsFest begins Friday, June 30 at Veterans Park One of the suburban regions most exciting summer festivals kicks off Friday, June 30 in the Village of Lyons. LyonsFest 2023 will take place from Friday, June 30 – Tuesday, July 4 at Veterans Park in Lyons. There will be carnival rides and games, live music, food,…

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