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Newspaper
Matteson Star
Location
Matteson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 19, 1995
Page
1
South suburban native showcases with Snow White on Ice creating a family friendly viewing treat. The feature highlights a local performer, reviews, dining options, and broader entertainment for all ages.
The piece questions whether dinner remains a special family moment amid busy schedules and rising modern pressures. It notes small pharmacies fading as large chains dominate, with consumer verdicts split on the impact of these changes.
Gov Jim Edgar spoke little on education yet his formal moves and policy actions steer Illinois schooling. The article contrasts what he did with what he did not say, highlighting the broader implications for education policy and governance.
Mt.esson Village Board votes 4 to 2 to accept Police Chief Lawrence Burnson’s resignation amid residency rule debate. Burnson will stay on as permanent lieutenant and acting chief until a replacement is found, a process estimated to take at least a year and could cost about 150,000 dollars first year and 100,000 annually thereafter.
Richton Park officials move to tighten fire safety after the Windwood condo blaze. The proposed ordinance requires two hour non combustible fire separations in new buildings and directs fire stops in attic and wall constructions. The measure aims to prevent rapid flame spread during high winds and protect residents and firefighters.
Matteson School District 162 puts on hold plans to expand Huth Upper Grade Center. Superintendent Sandra Lynne Schmutzler asked village officials to table action to vacate Locust Street, citing severe revenue impact from looming tax caps.
Multiple candidates filed nominating petitions for four year trustee seats in Matteson and for village president in Park Forest. Incumbents Patricia Backus Dale Graham Michael Brown Chester Wilkins and Alicia Rodman McCray joined newcomers Denise Clemons Opheus Jackson Kevin Warmack B D Dutch Tindall Lamar Chapman Vanessa Chapman and Benjamin Hughes in early bids. Park Forest officials Kenneth Kramer F Patrick Kelly also entered races as polls open.
Matteson Cub Scout Pack 707 hosted a pinewood derby at the Matteson Community Center on Saturday. Dads Oliver Hatchett and Greg Porter assisted as cars lined up, and 10-year-old David Tyler cheered for his entry as it raced down the track.
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