25 Jul 1996
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Newspaper
Matteson Star
Location
Matteson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 25, 1996
Page
1
Area high school players gather at Star for a summer basketball shoot-out event. Coaches and scouts attend as athletes showcase shooting, dribbling, and overall skills in a spirited community showcase. Strong local talent and upcoming stars highlighted.
Advertisement style notice announces a Summer Clearance section with contact numbers 755-6161 and 755-3344. Mentions bargain shoppers and advertisers, presenting a promotional prompt rather than a news event.
Frankfort Mayor Ray Rossi was chosen by the Will County GOP panel to run in the 38th District against Socrat Mayer of Mokena after incumbent Larry Weinlund announced retirement. The committee noted Rossi’s familiarity with Frankfort New Lenox Mokena Orland Park Matteson Park Forest Richton Park as a key factor. Campaign costs are projected at 150 000 to 300 000 per side for a state house seat paying under 50 000 annually.
Richton Park Village Board previews a flood plain and water management code update after severe rains in the South Suburbs. The ordinance adds maintenance responsibility for private drainage on private property and reflects new standards, with final passage expected at the next regular meeting.
Last week's flood crisis sparked a standoff between Tinley Park and Orland Park officials over moving water. Police arrested two Orland Park workers Friday night for allegedly pumping water over a berm. After tense exchanges, leaders met, apologized, and vowed to keep communication open to prevent repeats.
Two Olympia Fields residents plan a flower lined entrance to Country Club Drive to greet the 1997 U S Senior Golf Open. Mary Anne Hoey and Mary Berry seek homeowner cooperation for plantings to create a beautiful, media friendly approach. Village officials welcomed the idea and may assist with funding and materials.
Ford Heights church and community leaders plan a Saturday Freedom Celebration to welcome four men home after wrongful murder convictions. Verneal Jimerson, Dennis Williams, William Rainge and Kenneth Adams served time, two on Death Row, and are being reintegrated with church support, memorial rites for Jimerson, and help finding employment as the town aids their readjustment.
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