19 Dec 1985
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Newspaper
Matteson Star
Location
Matteson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1985
Page
1
A new indoor facility in Glenwood makes baseball possible in all weather and all seasons. The Grand Slam U.S.A. venue introduces year-round play, with detailed coverage on Sports page starting Page E-5.
Readers share laughs and tears over gifts in the Dimensions feature All wrapped up. Page 6-1 highlights memorable presents, from humorous surprises to sentimental keepsakes, reflecting the season’s range of reactions.
Last minute filings tightened the March primary race as hopefuls rushed to submit papers. The filing roundup appears on Page B-1, detailing candidates seeking ballot inclusion and potential competition.
A compact section presenting traditional Christmas dishes with dependable, no-fail recipes. The guide emphasizes classic flavors, straightforward steps, and reliable results for a festive menu.
Readers check Classified pages in Section D to see if they won the “Scoop the newshound” prize. The notice confirms the contest result and directs the winner to claim the award while noting participation details and eligibility.
Lt. Gov. George Ryan will announce which local projects receive Build Illinois funds in Park Forest at Freedom Hall starting 11 a.m. He has reviewed proposals approved earlier and the program, started by Gov. Thompson, has faced criticism as a political tool. More than a dozen projects in South Cook and Will counties are included in the five-year, 1 billion plus plan, funded partly by a 5 percent car sale tax begun October 1 to leverage bond money.
State Rep. Frank Giglio continues a three year effort to sanction not for profit groups to host Las Vegas style fundraisers. His bill would require local licensing officers to issue permits with open books and to bar licenses to felons with gambling offenses. The measure aligns with Gov. Thompson's push for legalized casino style charity gaming and follows past enforcement actions that curtailed such events.
The Matteson village board renewed its household refuse contract with Star Disposal for another year, adding a 20 cent monthly rate increase to $5.45 per household. No bids were sought this year, unlike the prior process that led to a legal challenge by Slager and Schick Ltd. The board discussed whether to again seek bids if price differences justify it, and considered a ballot insert in water bills to gauge resident preference. The meeting also covered a proposed 400 to 640 unit multifamily project on Vollmer Road with tax exempt bonds, and whether the village has authority to issue such bonds.
The Rich Township High School District 227 board approved a 1985 tax levy of 10,889,685 dollars, up 26.52 percent from 1984. Education fund remains largest, with 7,216,030 dollars. Other funds cover operations, building, maintenance, and more. A 30 cent education fund tax rate increase was approved by voters in April to support the raise.
Matteson School District 162 will dismiss students one hour early each Tuesday starting next semester. The MEA asked for weekly time for teachers to meet and align curricula. Supt. Schlenker supports the plan, pending details to avoid scheduling or bus issues.
Because The Star will publish on Christmas day next week the general deadline for placing or canceling classified advertisements will be at 4 30 p m Monday.
Richton Park trustees kept a pet licensing rule after hearing resident Ed Richeson argue for rabies control. The board will raise the license fee to five dollars and push a broader enforcement and outreach effort while approving a salt spreader and new ice rink concessions and warming shelter staff hours.
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