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Financial ratings agency raises rating for Lyons Township Government

August 25, 2023August 27, 2023 Ray Hanania No Comments

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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Getty celebrates 14 years as Lyons Mayor at packed fundraiser at Gibsons

February 26, 2023February 27, 2023 Ray Hanania 1 Comment

Getty celebrates 14 years as Lyons Mayor at packed fundraiser at Gibsons By Ray Hanania Honored at a fundraiser on Thursday, Feb. 23, 2023 for his 14 years as a public official, Lyons Mayor and Lyons Township Supervisor Chris Getty thanked residents and local business owners for their support and cited a range of achievements…

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Lyons co-hosts Three Kings Festival with Commissioner Aguilar

January 9, 2023January 9, 2023 Ray Hanania No Comments

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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Undefeated York hands Lyons its first loss

September 26, 2022September 26, 2022 Steve Metsch No Comments

By Steve Metsch Lyons Township’s bid for a fifth win and probable playoff spot was put on hold Saturday by York and running back Jake Melion. The junior ran for three touchdowns, including one with 2:19 left, to seal a 27-14 win for undefeated York in Lyons’ homecoming game. Lions Head Coach Jon Beutjer said…

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Illinois Senate Candidate Mike Porfirio Fundraiser Sept. 1, 2022

August 18, 2022August 18, 2022 Ray Hanania No Comments

Illinois Senate Candidate Mike Porfirio Fundraiser Sept. 1, 2022 Democrat endorsed candidate for the 11th Illinois Senate District Mike Porfirio will host a fundraiser for his campaign on Thursday September 1, from 6 PM until 9 PM. The fundraiser will be held at Pescadon Banquets, 6254 S. Archer Road in Summit, Illinois. Tickets for the…

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Back to School COVID testing today in Summit August 18 4 – 7 PM

August 18, 2022August 18, 2022 Ray Hanania 1 Comment

Back to School COVID testing today in Summit August 18 4 – 7 PM State Senator Steven Landek joins Summit Mayor Sergio Rodriguez to host a “Back to School” COVID Testing event . The COVID testing will be held at the Summit Park District Recreation Center, 5700 S. Archer Road in Summit between the hours…

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Pope has Lyons needing win for playoffs

October 17, 2021October 17, 2021 Steve Metsch No Comments

Pope has Lyons needing win for playoffs Scores three TDs as Glenbard West rolls, 35-3 By Steve Metsch Friday night’s game at Downers Grove North may be the regular-season finale, but Lyons Township senior Joey Antonietti knows better. “We’ve got a playoff game,” he said after the Lions lost a must-win game, 35-3, at home…

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Bad inning adds up

May 13, 2021May 13, 2021 Steve Metsch

Bad inning adds up Red Devils’ five in fifth spells doom for Lyons softball By Steve Metsch When a team scores five runs in one inning without getting the softball out of the infield, it does not bode well for the opponent. Such was the case when Hinsdale Central scored five times in the top…

One strange season

April 25, 2021April 26, 2021 Steve Metsch

One strange season Prep football 2021: A year we will remember By Steve Metsch High school football fans, coaches, players and reporters may disagree about which team is the best. But one thing they all agree on is that this season won’t be soon forgotten. Thanks to the coronavirus pandemic, the…

Safety paves way

April 19, 2021April 19, 2021 Steve Metsch

Safety paves way Hatter’s blocked punt sets tone as Lyons rolls By Steve Metsch The Lyons Township football team works on blocking punts every day of practice, defensive lineman Ryan Hatter, Jr., said. “Just run at the football (and) put your hands up,” Hatter said. “It’s that simple.” While it may be simple, it…

Sweet silent start

February 16, 2021February 16, 2021 Steve Metsch No Comments

Sweet silent start In empty gym, Lyons boys beat Morton, 69-61 By Steve Metsch Echoing a sentiment heard often around Illinois these days after the long-delayed boys’ basketball season finally started, Lyons Township Coach Tom Sloan said, “the biggest thing was the kids had fun.” “They got out here, they got to play a real…

Pohl leads Lyons golfers

October 9, 2020October 9, 2020 Steve Metsch No Comments

Pohl leads Lyons golfers Shoots two-under as Lions roll to regional win By Steve Metsch Standing in a sand trap beside the 18th green at Harborside International’s Starboard course, Lyons Township senior Griffin Pohl knew he “had to get up and down.” If he did, he’d win the Class 3A boys golf regional. Pohl neatly…

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Cool under pressure

February 26, 2020 Steve Metsch No Comments

Cool under pressure Lyons boys rally late past Bulldogs By Steve Metsch Capping an intense rally, Lyons Township seniors Josh Heath and Michael Niedermeyer were cool when the heat was on. Each senior hit two free throws in the closing moments to seal a 56-49 victory over Riverside-Brookfield (19-10) in La Grange on Feb. 22….

Poise pays off

January 12, 2020January 12, 2020 Steve Metsch No Comments

Poise pays off Lyons boys rally at hostile Hinsdale Central By Steve Metsch When playing in a hostile environment – with pre-game jeers by Hinsdale Central students that would make their grandmothers blush – it’s important for a team to prepare mentally. That’s why Lyons Township senior Grant Niego, who’s played there before, reminded his…

Leyden dominates Lyons, 31-3

September 25, 2018September 25, 2018 Steve Metsch No Comments

Leyden dominates Lyons, 31-3 Senior lineman Cushing injured as team falls to 1-4 By Steve Metsch Here’s hoping the dance went better than the football game. Leyden, with three touchdowns by junior running back Vincent Fredrickson, pounded Lyons Township 31-3 Saturday, spoiling the Lions’ homecoming. To make matters worse, lineman Emmett Cushing suffered what appeared…

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Lyons football seeks answers

September 11, 2018September 11, 2018 Steve Metsch No Comments

Lyons football seeks answers Team is 0-3, and loses starting QB By Steve Metsch Lyons Township’s football team finds itself in an unenviable situation. The Lions are winless in three games after being blanked 28-0 at home Sept. 7 by York. And, starting quarterback J.J. Dutton is out with a broken wrist on his throwing…

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Profirio resigns as Summit administrator

October 23, 2017October 29, 2017 Steve Metsch No Comments

Profirio resigns as Summit administrator Will stay through year on to help find replacement By Steve Metsch After two years as Summit’s part-time village administrator, Mike Porfirio has decided to resign effective the end of this year. The village board voted 6-1 on Oct. 16 to accept his resignation. The lone exception was trustee Sam…

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Common Core and our failing high schools

November 4, 2015November 29, 2019 Ray Hanania No Comments

Common Core and our failing high schools. Too many high schools are graduating students who are “not ready” for college, achieving under 21 on ACT testing. By Ray Hanania When I was young, if my grade point average was under 60 percent, I flunked. The grading system we used then applies today: A=90+; B=80+; C=70+;…

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