Tag: Mayor Jim Dodge

New DMV+ Keeps Essential Services Close to Home in Orland Park

November 7, 2026November 11, 2026 Ray Hanania No Comments

New DMV+ Keeps Essential Services Close to Home in Orland Park The appointment-only Orland Hills facility opens Nov. 9 next to Hallmark in the WalMart plaza. The Village recognizes CTF Illinois for providing temporary space and helping maintain uninterrupted access to essential services after the newly elected Orland Township Board abruptly ended the prior lease….

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Mayor Jim Dodge monthly Senior Speaker Series Nov. 17

November 7, 2026November 7, 2026 Ray Hanania No Comments

Mayor Jim Dodge monthly Senior Speaker Series Nov. 17 THIS MONTH’S TOPIC: WILLS, TRUST & ESTATE PLANNING Join us for our monthly senior speaker series on Nov. 17, 2026, in Orland Park, where good food meets great conversation. Each month features an engaging presentation on a new topic, giving you the opportunity to learn something…

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Village of Orland Park Board Meeting Brief for November 2, 2026

November 6, 2026November 6, 2026 Ray Hanania No Comments

Village of Orland Park Board Meeting Brief for November 2, 2026 Since the expulsion of disgraced former Mayor Keith Pekau by newly elected Mayor Jim Dodge, the Village of Orland Park has been more open, more responsive to FOIA’s, non-combative toward citizens and taxpayers, and far more respectful. Under Dodge and the more responsive new…

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Orland Mayor Dodge’s Veterans Golf Classic Sells Out Player Spots

August 31, 2026August 31, 2026 Ray Hanania No Comments

Orland Mayor Dodge’s Veterans Golf Classic Sells Out Player Spots Sponsorships Available to Support Local Veterans Among Sellout Crowd. The popularity of Mayor Dodge’s event is a reflection of his strong support in Orland Park in the face of constant lies and bickering from the former disgraced mayor ousted by Dodge’s election Registration for player…

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Orland Park Launches Emergency Management Agency

May 7, 2026May 7, 2026 Ray Hanania No Comments

Orland Park Launches Emergency Management Agency The Village of Orland Park has formally replaced the Emergency Services and Disaster Agency (ESDA) with the Orland Park Emergency Management Agency (EMA), following Board of Trustees approval Monday night. The transition strengthens the Village’s commitment to emergency preparedness, disaster response and public safety.  “Illinois communities across the state are…

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Village of Orland Park to Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday With Year of Events

May 7, 2026May 7, 2026 Ray Hanania No Comments

Village of Orland Park to Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday With Year of Events The Village of Orland Park is proud to celebrate the United States’ 250th birthday with a year full of special events and programs. The season of celebration will kick off with the Red, White & Blue BBQ Fest & Parade on Saturday,…

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Orland Mayor Dodge blasts lies by former Mayor Pekau

April 7, 2026April 7, 2026 Ray Hanania No Comments

Orland Mayor Dodge blasts lies by former Mayor Pekau Mayor Dodge Statement Following Attack on the Integrity of Public Safety Officials. Lies and distortions by Pekau have been repeated by local media, such as the false claims Mike Henry was “not detained” as a result of the Illinois State Police political raid, or that columnist…

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Orland Park Sportsplex Annual Family Health Fair Returns March 14

March 13, 2026March 13, 2026 News Editor No Comments

Orland Park Sportsplex Annual Family Health Fair Returns March 14 Orland Park, IL (March 13, 2026) – The Village of Orland Park Recreation & Parks Department will hold its annual Family Health Fair on Saturday, March 14 from 9 a.m. until noon at the Village of Orland Park Sportsplex, 11351 West 159th Street. Topics will…