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Newspaper
Matteson Star
Location
Matteson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1995
Page
12
Joanne M Zerkel features editor joins Suburban Newspapers of America Pan ILKwors division. Newspaper association gains experienced editor with long local press ties and editorial leadership.
A Senate vote to leave speed limit decisions to states prompts reflection on what governs 55 mph. The piece notes fatalities declined since 55, but credits other safety measures and argues for enforcement and thoughtful limits. It cites Illinois conditions, Gov. Jim Edgar, and truck and bus restrictions.
Homewood earns national accreditation after a three year overhaul of procedures and a broad community policing program under Chief Jerald Brandt. Orland Park earns a place among the nations ten most livable cities with police innovations led by Chief Timothy J. McCarthy, including bicycle patrols and youth interdiction, praised by Mayor Daniel McLaughlin.
The Metropolitan Planning Council warns of regional sprawl in Chicago, noting long commutes from southwest suburbs like Orland Park to northwest areas such as Schaumburg. It highlights 1970–1990 growth, rising land use, and widening gaps between wealthy and poorer communities, urging nine regional cooperation goals.
Nancy Hardesty of Lansing criticizes the King Royal Circus at Veterans Park Steger May 21 for unsafe seating with tarps over 110 and 220 volt cords near the rings and two crowded shows. She questions inspection, restrooms, and village safety standards.
Kitty Molyneaux, Poppy chairman of American Legion Auxiliary Unit 131 in Chicago Heights, thanks donors and cooperating businesses Cub Foods Jewel Walts and American National Bank for Poppy Days. She also praises volunteers and the smiling children dropping pennies.
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