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Newspaper
Matteson Star
Location
Matteson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1994
Page
1
Different Strokes for Different Folks by Houlihan
Columnist Tom Houlihan reports on varied reactions to the recent cold snap, exploring how temperature affects routines, habits, and perspectives across the community. Page A-10.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tom Houlihan
Dump him Barbie Our Star Sides column satire
A columnist critiques the enduring Barbie romance craze and questions when the almost living doll will abandon fantasy for reality. The piece blends pop culture satire with sharp social commentary on modern romance and media ideals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
Third regional airport debate tied to governor's party
U S Rep Mel Reynolds suggested he could trade his Clinton health care vote for federal support of a south suburban airport near Peotone, saying the project isn’t moving because Gov. Jim Edgar is a Republican. He spoke at a South Suburban Mayors meeting in Oak Forest, urging Washington officials to consider the airport. Bob York, project director, said Edgar is forming a Policy Committee on the Third Regional Airport with Chicago Mayor Daley and Indiana Gov Bayh invited. The committee will evaluate TAMS findings and input, aiming for a regional consensus. FAA funding talks are planned as the second study phase, costing $4 million over 12 months.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jim Edgar
Peotone
Washington
D.C
U.S
Mel Reynolds
Chicago
Reynolds
Clinton
Harvey
Ford Heights
Bob York
York
Edgar
Richard M Daley
Indiana
Evan Bayh
TAMS
Com
Poll on regional airport poll sparks profit vs public service debate
A Crete based company Maramy Co runs a 900 number poll asking residents to vote yes or no on a third regional airport. Officials say the survey is unscientific and possibly profit driven, while the company president declines to identify himself. The ad invites calls at $1.50 with two numbers for Yes or No.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Paleologos
Crete
Maramy Co
Maramy
Prudential tutors aid Sauk School reading program
Prudential Insurance employees from Richton Park volunteers visit Sauk School in Matteson School District 162 to read with third to fifth grade students. Thirty two tutors donate weekly one hour sessions in the library, aiding one on one reading development. Principal Fran Starks praises the partnership as valuable for improving reading skills.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Matteson
Sauk School
Prudential Insurance Company
Richton Park
Prudential
Fran Starks
Starks
Kathy Nordell
Ralph Pruitt
Renee Brink
MaryAnn Coleman
Michele Reason
Angie Arvin
Nancy Miller
Sharon Spiese
Debbie Huber
S. Durnavich
Irish Geisen
Danelle Luhman
Lori McGriff
Debbie Tolliver
Nancy Davis
Carla Hellems
Linda Hickman
Cathy Sheffki
Lori Cutler
Linda Barton
Sharon Southerland
Denise Klenk
Linda Newcomb
Denise Lockle
Deb Bordan
Kim Groben
Judy Rathjen
Deb Alamillo
Pat Henry
Lynn McLaughlin
Joyce Russell
William Smith
Pam Starzyk
Carl Nichols
Denise Durnavich
Bill Ridder
Prudential Insurance
George Nagle
Shane Newell
Feeling down blaming winter by Robin Tank
A Chicago area feature explains winter blues linked to Seasonal Affective Disorder. Psychologists Brad Jarratt Marlin Hoover and Farid Karimi discuss how reduced activity and less sunlight trigger low mood, increased appetite, and sleep changes. SAD emerges as a common cold weather ailment with a body clock slowdown in winter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brad Jarratt
Homewood
Marlin Hoover
Hoover
Orland Park
Jarratt
Farid Karimi
Ingalls Hospital
Harvey
Karimi
Richton Park Discusses Changes to Inspections and Licensing
Richton Park village board(work session) debated shifting inspections and licensing duties to hold occupants or lessees responsible for property issues. Fire and Health departments retain enforcement power. code enforcement inspections to be limited to occupancy changes. Also reviewed sewer and water bond refinancing and Parks and Recreation capital plan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richton Park
Joe Commerford
Matteson projects fuel Chicago area growth into 1994
Matteson saw strong commercial and residential growth in 1993 with Target opening a 110000 square foot store and Menard finishing a 140000 square foot facility. Best Buy and Circuit City also chose Matteson as a primary Chicago entry point. A department store at the former Wieboldt’s site in Lincoln Mall is expected to announce plans soon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Matteson
Chicago
Daniel Dubruiel
Target
Menard Home Improvement Centers
Best Buy
Circuit City
Ir. Matteson
Dubruiel
Wieboldt’s
Lincoln Mall
Matteson Commons
Interstate 57
Chemical Bank
Southgate Commerce Center
Star carriers face deep chill during tough delivery run
Star readers delivered papers through record cold as 1,300 young carriers, many in elementary school, completed rounds over 10 days. Jim Meidell, Star general manager, praised their responsibility and determination, noting pride in both youth and adult carriers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Star
Jim Meidell
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Parks and Recreation Commission
Southgate Properties
Greg Scott
Butterfield Place
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