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Matteson Star

Location

Matteson, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Jan 08, 1995

Page

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Comfort zone trend fuels rise in home centered living

Experts say people seek comfort at home with cozy surroundings as a lifestyle shift. A playful clue points to the South Suburbs favorite dog breed, described as big, friendly, and energetic, matching popular local taste.

Special section on job training concepts

A special section presents readers with new information on job training as the job market evolves. It emphasizes staying current with employment and education concepts and hints at additional details inside.

Myra Guindon profiles the new Republicans

In Political Bytes, Myra Guindon examines the evolving GOP generation and the shifts in party leadership and strategy as the new Republicans take shape. The column delves into changes in voter base, messaging, and potential challenges facing the party ahead.

Myra Guindon New

Our Numbers Main Number Classified Circulation

A brief contact note lists main number 755 6161 with additional lines 755 3344 and 755 3993 for circulation and classified inquiries.

Anti gang group marks second year tackling crime

The South Suburban Gang Initiative celebrates its first anniversary as Matteson Richton Park Olympia Fields and nearby communities unite with schools businesses churches and residents to counter gang presence. Police say collaboration is growing though challenges remain before full operation this year ends.

Matteson Lawrence Burnson Richton Park Olympia Fields Country Club Hills Gang Jim van Schepen

Matteson postpones passing ADA policy

The Matteson Village Board postponed implementing an official statement supporting the Americans with Disabilities Act. Trustees tabled action after proposing an appeals board rather than sole presiding by the village president, while pledging non discrimination in village programs.

Matteson Ralph Coglianese Mark Stricker

Volunteer's stable condition after Richton Park crash

Chicago Heights resident Matthew Coppens, 23, a Richton Park EMS and Disaster Agency volunteer, remained hospitalized in stable condition after a Dec 30 car crash that left him without both legs as he directed traffic outside Rich South High School for a Big Dipper basketball tournament. Police say the driver may face DUI charges. incident occurred at 9:20 p.m. Coppens was carried about 30 yards by the impact and is being treated at Olympia Fields Osteopathic Hospital.

Chicago Heights Matthew Coppens Richton Park Coppens Olympia Fields Osteopathic Hospital

Airlines oppose third airport plan amid state push

Airlines preparing to oppose a Peotone third regional airport await fall financial studies. ATA, led by United and American, circulates a position paper among 19 members. Officials say the state's Republican leadership drives an official stance while airlines focus on profit, market position, and O'Hare dominance.

Air Transport Association Chris Chiames ATA Chicago Edgar Peotone RTA Chiames United American Airlines O’hare Dick Adorjan Illinois Department of Transportation Adorjan American

Richton Park to reconsider fence laws in 1995 meeting

Richton Park trustees will revisit the fence ordinance at the 1995 meeting, voting on a revised front-yard fence ban with planning input. Research shows few communities allow front-yard fences and most back-to-back fences require maintenance by the Code Enforcement Department, with a 10 foot space between fences urged.

Richton Park Richton Park Board of Trustees Ron Lanz Lanz Chris Limas Planning Department Planning Commission Code Enforcement Department Joe Commerford Commerford

Village updates Open Meetings Act changes for public access

Richton Park village attorney John Murphey outlined new Open Meetings Act provisions effective Jan 1 changing minutes and agenda rules. Public sessions must discuss only agenda items in open meetings with 48 hour postings and no private deliberations on independent contractors.

Richton Park John Murphey Murphey Illinois Press Association

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