Mitchell outing success at 26th Eddie Mitchell Golf event
James R Sharp director of Matteson Parks and Recreation thanks many groups and individuals for making the 26th Eddie Mitchell Golf outing benefit Happiday Centers a success. Special kudos to the Military Order of the Purple Heart Chapter 252 and Lions Club for support.
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Linda Gilbert
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North defender argues media bias over Contra arms aid
The author defends Oliver North, accusing media bias in portraying him harshly for aiding the Contras in Nicaragua. He cites Boland’s amendment, the Dear Commandante letter, and contrasts North’s honors and actions with the criticisms, asserting executive prerogative and war powers justify covert arms support. He invokes Buchanan praising North.
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Ortega
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Thomas Jefferson
Andrew Jackson
Douglas McArthur
Pat Buchanan
Ayatollah
Matteson Festival Ends With Pride In Town Spirit
The 12th Annual Matteson Festival concluded, highlighted by a warm neighborhood setting and low cost entertainment. The village contributed over 16,000 and local businesses about 18,000 to support the family event, underscoring Matteson’s image as a caring community.
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Netsch Critiques Edgar During Friday Editorial Board Interview
Dawn Clark Netsch told the editorial board she sees no spark in Jim Edgar after three years of perceived nothingness. She claims greater intelligence and suitability for the governor's mansion, calling Edgar unremarkable and asserting she is preferable for Illinois leadership.
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Loleta Didrickson eyes comptroller run after gubernatorial pause
Ex-Flossmoorite Loleta Didrickson pulled from a lieutenant governor bid to pursue the state comptroller post. Gov Edgar hosted the Loletafest in Matteson as reporters pressed for a running mate update while a crowd of about 250 looked on.
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Cook County
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Will County
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Frankfort
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Lynwood
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Bobbie Peterson
Richton Park
Mary Pierce
Cook County Board Prez
Joe Morris
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Illinois to receive state grant for government workforce conference
The National Commission on State and Local Public Service selected Illinois as one of eight states to receive a grant dated June 21 from Lt. Gov. Bob Kustra. The funds will organize a conference this fall focusing on attracting and retaining qualified people for state government.
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Illinois
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Kids Cures fundraiser honors Emily McElroy at Oak Brook
A large Oak Brook benefit for Kids Cures memory of Emily Christine McElroy, granddaughter of political consultant Ed McElroy, drew many sports figures and officials. Stan Mikita attended, posing for photos and signing autographs while noting a 100 year friendship with Ed McElroy.
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Bob Macari
U.S
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Late guv possibles and local political notes swirl
Drive through fastBytes reports former U S Attorney Fred Foreman on Edgar’s short list for governor. Loleta opposes guv lite to avoid two ballot spots. Dem legislator Bob Ryan of Lansing clarifies he is not the Bob Ryan stopped for suspected DUI. Several notices spotlight endorsements, civic honors, stump visits, a child’s medical fight, a memorial, voter registration efforts, and July golf events in Cook County.
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Lawrence Ragland
Cook County
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