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Lyons Township Democrats celebrate public support at annual fundraiser

Posted on May 5, 2025May 5, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Lyons Township Democrats celebrate public support at annual fundraiser
Lyons Township Democrats celebrate public support at annual fundraiser

Lyons Township Democrats celebrate public support at annual fundraiser Officials of the Lyons Township Democratic Organization celebrated their growing public support at a fundraiser Thursday at the American Legion Hall in La Grange. Lyons Township Democratic Committeeman Steve Landek and Township Supervisor Christopher Getty welcomed the attendees at the event, which was themed to celebrate…

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Getty Celebrates Successful Re-Election and Local Victory Sweep

Posted on April 9, 2025April 9, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Getty Celebrates Successful Re-Election and Local Victory Sweep
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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Financial ratings agency raises rating for Lyons Township Government

Posted on August 25, 2023August 27, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Financial ratings agency raises rating for Lyons Township Government
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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Getty celebrates 14 years as Lyons Mayor at packed fundraiser at Gibsons

Posted on February 26, 2023February 27, 2023 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Getty celebrates 14 years as Lyons Mayor at packed fundraiser at Gibsons
Getty celebrates 14 years as Lyons Mayor at packed fundraiser at Gibsons

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

Posted on January 9, 2023January 9, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Lyons co-hosts Three Kings Festival with Commissioner Aguilar
Lyons co-hosts Three Kings Festival with Commissioner Aguilar

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

Posted on September 26, 2022September 26, 2022 By Steve Metsch No Comments on Undefeated York hands Lyons its first loss

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

Posted on August 18, 2022August 18, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Illinois Senate Candidate Mike Porfirio Fundraiser Sept. 1, 2022
Illinois Senate Candidate Mike Porfirio Fundraiser Sept. 1, 2022

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

Posted on August 18, 2022August 18, 2022 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Back to School COVID testing today in Summit August 18 4 – 7 PM
Back to School COVID testing today in Summit August 18 4 – 7 PM

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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