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Newspaper
Matteson Star
Location
Matteson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 23, 1995
Page
1
Final votes determine the top spots in the South Suburbs with readers urged to find favorites in the Best of the Southland feature featured in today's special section.
A feature highlights sunlit outdoor spaces described as a place in the sun. The piece surveys porches ponds and gazebos as relaxing retreats with design tips and seasonal details. It emphasizes inviting landscapes and practical features for warm weather enjoyment.
A reflective piece in Dimensions explores how aging enhances intimacy, arguing that desire evolves with years and life experience rather than fading. It highlights quiet closeness, renewed sensitivity, and the enduring bond between partners as they grow older.
Matteson officials plan to formally object to a Cook County Zoning Board proposal to rezone unincorporated property between Harlem and Ridgeland Avenues north of Lincoln Highway from single family residential to commercial automotive service. The village board directed its attorney to attend the Aug. 1 hearing and scrutinize evidence before issuing an official objection, citing conflicts with the village Comprehensive Plan and concerns over 40 acres of Harlem Avenue Lincoln Highway development and standard alignment.
A 17 member jury pool, including a retired GE worker from Wilmette and a caregiver, was chosen to hear U S Representative Mel Reynolds case along with his co defendant Eddie McIntyre. The panel, 6 white and 6 black with 6 men and 6 women, will hear 12 charges including obstruction and sexual abuse. The trial in Cook County Court is expected to last three weeks with opening statements looming.
The Matteson Village Board approved amendments to zoning codes affecting in home day care providers and highway district restaurants. Day care operators must register with the village and show state licensing, with DCFS and fire marshal oversight. Local registration aims to supplement state regulation and help locate unregistered homes. The changes came after police and fire input and include potential DCFS notification and court action for unlicensed homes.
Richton Park moves toward an updated Development Code to standardize fees for builders and recover staff and consultant costs. Village officials say current charges are outdated, with some services carrying no fees, prompting a proposed ordinance to align with regional practices.
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