25 Jul 1993
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Newspaper
Matteson Star
Location
Matteson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 25, 1993
Page
1
Backyard swimming pools draw buyers and spark family fun while locals report UFO sightings, describing when and where they saw objects in the sky and prompting reader interest in the phenomenon.
NBC Today Show weatherman Willard Scott charms viewers with light humor during a fair weather segment on TV Close-up, drawing praise for his friendly on-air presence and approachable forecasts.
The piece notes a growing American population over 65 outnumbering under 30 and offers practical tips for making homes safer and more comfortable for aging parents. It emphasizes accessible design elements and supportive daily arrangements from family members.
The notice lists contact numbers for circulation and classifieds with local desk lines 755-6161 755-3344 755-3993 for reader services and ad inquiries.
South suburban residents and nationwide donors fuel a large flood relief effort after historic Mississippi and Illinois river flooding. Governor Gregs office urged cash gifts over goods while Calhoun County in southwestern Illinois was adopted by Bloom Township. Youth Conservation and Leadership Corps delivered donations to Hardin, praising local resilience and the broader outpouring of support.
Nino Favero Jr of Matteson and Henry Barton of Chicago Heights will drive a packed trailer to Quincy to distribute goods for flood relief. Sponsored by Knights of Columbus Chicago Heights with Matteson Police Association as co sponsor, volunteers gathered building supplies canned food baby products and cleaning items.
Cook County homeowners face modest to moderate tax bill increases as tax rates rise nationwide. Bills mailed this week are due Sept 1 in the treasurer’s office, with penalties for late payment and six regional office options. The EAV method and exemptions affect final amounts across Bloom Township, Park Forest, Chicago Heights, and Rich Township, with notable district rate hikes in Olympia Fields Flossmoor, Park Forest, and Matteson.
Union Pacific Challenger class locomotive No 3985 hauled a 21 car NRHS excursion through South Suburbs drawing hundreds of spectators. More than 800 riders attended the NRHS convention with trips planned to Illinois Railway Museum Union and a Norfolk Southern excursion. A separate Chicago and North Western No 1385 charter was canceled after track damage at Devil’s Lake Wisconsin.
Former Chicago Heights Mayor Charles Panici faces a 10 year prison term after a racketeering verdict tied to bribery and extortion charges. He expresses sorrow for his family and admits a major mistake for not testifying, as jurors convicted Panici and two ex city commissioners of extracting over 600000 from city contractors.
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