Editor Skeptical Of ATA Airport Stand In South Suburban Plan
Mike Robinson of the Third Airport Alliance argues against premature airline rejection of the South Suburban Airport. He notes ATA spokesman's regional relevance and FAA based growth expectations, urging wait for Master Plan financial analysis and per passenger costs before airline endorsement. Only two airlines back the idea, controlling over 90 percent of O’Hare traffic. Illinois governor threatens withdrawal if airlines abstain.
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Airport endorsement dispute prompts letter to editor
A Letter to the Editor disputes IDOT chief Kirk Brown's claim that the South Suburban Mayors and Managers Association unanimously endorses a third airport. Crete and other area villages oppose the project citing losses to farmland costs and lifestyle changes. The letter also critiques Park Forest Jewel Food store attack coverage and urges fuller reporting.
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Crete Trustee Calls for Local Control in Elections
Area residents across party lines urged focus on local issues in upcoming elections. Trustee Thomas J. Knuth of Crete emphasized steering destinies without external interference or information.
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Voters settle primaries in South suburbs with few surprises
Election day comes and goes as residents head to polls in the South suburbs for the primary. U.S. Rep. Mel Reynolds defeats two challengers for renomination, while Rep. Frank Giglio and Rep. Gerald Weller advance from crowded fields to secure their party nominations in the 11th Congressional District.
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Familiar face returns as Glenwood trustee
Robert Hoefler, 67, returns to the Glenwood Village Board after being officially appointed by Mayor William Asselborn to complete the remaining term of Marvin Keeling who resigned last month. Hoefler previously served six years as a trustee before choosing not to run for re election last year.
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Appraising the appraisers in Hazel Crest
Hazel Crest concerns rise over low home appraisals with resident reports of offers higher than appraisals by about ten thousand dollars. Village officials study causes including potential lack of local area knowledge by appraisers and mistaken perceptions of the South Suburbs.
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Robyn Bair
Tony Clark
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Village bans tobacco possession by under 18s near school
Rich East area youths face enforcement after the village Board of Trustees approved a 6-0 measure banning tobacco possession by anyone under 18. Some trustees questioned the approach but the law moves forward. Police Chief Maeyama said cigarettes among youths will not be targeted actively, viewing the ban as a last resort to keep tobacco from minors.
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Palos Park opposes riverboat gambling plan face on coast
Palos Park officials rejected a riverboat gambling complex proposed for the Palos area. Mayor Gerald Bennett pushed a plan to locate on Cal Sag Channel near Southwest Highway, promising 20 percent of Palos city gaming revenue to 20 Southwest Conference communities and 5 cents to local schools and the North Palos Park Protection District.
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Fulton School Teacher Debra Boros Erikson Receives Golden Apple
Debra Boros Erikson a second grade teacher at Fulton School Tinley Park is named one of the Chicago area's outstanding educators and receives a Golden Apple Award for excellence in teaching. She is among 10 winners chosen from 1200 nominees in the Chicago area. The 2024 recipients teach from kindergarten through fifth grade and were announced by the Golden Apple Foundation. The award includes a cash stipend a paid sabbatical at Northwestern University tuition-free, a computer and a fellowship in the Golden Apple Academy.
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Mystery Play ad sparks complaints at AF Books & Comics
In Frankfort, IL, shoppers complain about a graphic novel advertisement for The Mystery Play priced at 18.99. Store manager Lauri Gentile of AF Books & Comics says customers fear a religious or political statement.
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Lawsuit possible after Lansing board rejects cafe liquor license
Restaurant owner Karen Jesso plans to sue after the Lansing village Board rejected the liquor license request for Cafe Borgia at 17923 Torrence Ave. Jesso made the request at the March 8 committee meeting. The board voted Tuesday, contrasting prior approval of a beer and wine license for Pipes and Pizza at 2536 Ridge Road last month.
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