08 Dec 1985
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Newspaper
Matteson Star
Location
Matteson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1985
Page
1
In the Dimensions section expert advice covers creating a fun but safe party atmosphere. Hosts should offer guest alternatives to alcohol, ensure non alcoholic beverages are inviting, and plan for responsible celebration to prevent overindulgence.
Undefeated Homewood Flossmoor outlasted Bloom Trail by two points in a double overtime thriller. Rich East Rich Central and Hillcrest also stayed unbeaten as Friday night hoops heated up. Details on Page B-7 in the sports section.
A feature on a classic 1937 Cadillac convertible sits with reviews of Santa Claus The Movie and other arts notes. Museums showcase quirky gift ideas while Entertainment Arts delivers a collage of exhibits and feature stories in Section B.
Kay Isherwood, 77, acts as a volunteer at Jones Memorial Community Center in Chicago Heights as part of The Star's Project Share assistance program with Jones center among the participating agencies.
The newspaper announces winners of the Scoop the Newshound contest and directs readers to Classifieds on Section C for more winners. An entry blank for those who haven't entered is on Page D-4.
Pete Reynolds outlines steps to survive a potential early December winter storm in Illinois. Gov. James Thompson proclaims Winter Storm Preparedness Week. Advice covers food, heat, power outages, emergency lighting, batteries, and safe use of alternative heating sources with fire safety tips.
Kimberly Link reports that efforts to amend Chicago's seat belt ordinance for nonbelted school buses entering the city appear unlikely. Clyde Vasey and eight Chicago museums pressed for a phased easing while Mayor Washington backs an exception, citing educational impact as attendance at institutions declines.
Gerald Stillman unveiled the Matteson Commercial Park a planned 198 acre development behind the Venture store on Route 30. The project includes a Hampton Inn motel, mini warehouses, an office campus and a shopping center with a tree lined boulevard. Phase one covers the motel and warehouses with ground breaking planned in spring.
Christopher Abernathy, charged with the 1984 murder of Kristina Hickey, will remain jailed without bond at least until tomorrow after a judge rescheduled the bond hearing. A Cook County grand jury indicted him on murder and related counts for the Park Forest stabbing death of the 15 year old.
Matteson officers and Lincoln Mall security coordinate to deter theft and ensure shopper safety during peak season. Mall managers emphasize safety, visibility, and rapid response, with patrols, rooftop surveillance, and direct radio links to police. December thefts were low, four so far this month, despite a history of a Dixmoor thief ring.
Matteson police and Lincoln Mall security plan patrols as Christmas shoppers flock to the center. A security guard will patrol the parking lot at night to prevent problems and protect shoppers during the holiday season.
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