08 Aug 1993
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Newspaper
Matteson Star
Location
Matteson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1993
Page
1
Elaborate customized receptacles for letters magazines and fliers highlight growing mail handling trends. HomeGuide notes a Hawaiian fantasy fantasy "Big Wave Dave's" promoting a six week Summer run. TV Close-Up Rover goes Hollywood and four legged media stars who may be your neighbors are mentioned in Dimensions.
Commentary notes rising concern over juvenile crime, arguing the trend reflects broader societal issues. Houlihan’s analysis on Page A-12 surveys causes, impacts, and proposed responses to youth offending, urging cautious policy framing and community action.
A brief editorial note asserts that progress toward true respect and equality between the sexes is ongoing. It provides contact numbers for circulation and classifieds, indicating a community announcement tone without detailing specific actions or events.
Village, police and school officials from Matteson and surrounding towns met with 80 attendees to strategize a regional gang awareness effort led by Urban Dynamics of Blue Island. They agreed to launch joint programs to prevent gang influence before problems arise, citing past failed local efforts and the need to cross jurisdictional lines.
Will County Assistant State's Attorney Ray Nash, head of the gang crimes unit, notes Latin Counts presence expanding toward eastern Will County. Park Forest police Capt. John Lancaster cites the July 14 drive by shooting as the community’s first. Crete resident Joseph Burton, 17, faces aggravated discharge of a firearm, a Class 1 felony, with court appearance set for Monday.
About 150 Rich Township High School District 227 students who failed freshman or sophomore English were given a one week chance to bypass summer school by proving proficiency. They wrote a five paragraph theme gave a 3 to 5 minute sourced speech and passed eight Skills Bank tests with 80 percent or higher.
Kathy Murphy voices a uplifting message about perseverance as students tell themselves they can escape challenging circumstances and pursue better futures. The quote reflects personal determination and hope in difficult environments.
Matteson officials approved a personnel policy to counteract drug and alcohol use on the job for non contract staff supervisors and management. Village President Mark Stricker calls it a positive preventive step and confirms there is no current problem. The policy bans alcohol before or during shifts and illegal drug use, requires reporting adverse effects, outlines testing circumstances and confidentiality, and aligns with contracts for non union workers.
Cable customers may see only static as broadcasters and cable firms debate must carry versus retransmission consent under the 1992 act. Negotiations involve channel placement and payments, with NBC affiliates seeking fair terms while lowering subscriber rates and preserving viewer access in the Chicago area.
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