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19 May 1996
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Matteson Star in Matteson, Illinois
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Newspaper
Matteson Star
Location
Matteson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1996
Page
1
Wildlife rescuers safeguard species amid growing development
Community volunteers and wildlife rehabilitators work to find and treat injured animals displaced by urban expansion. They restore habitats, release rehabilitated wildlife back to the wild, and educate the public on coexistence with nature. Dimensions
Winners All of the Southland Best of the Southland
The paper reports on ranking the top vote-getters in the annual Best of the Southland contest and notes distribution of plaques. The section highlights award winners and nearby ceremonial details.
Republicans Speak On Dole In Political Bytes Column
In the Political Bytes column several leading Republicans offer surprising assessments of full-time prehopeful Bob Dole. The piece highlights mixed signals and strategic cautions within GOP ranks as they weigh Dole’s prospects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bob Dole
Housing plan finally progressing
Crystal Yednak reports on the long running Matteson Commission project for the Lawrence Manor Senior Center. Architects presented a second plan that is colder and harsher in color, prompting criticism from Planning Commission Chairman Dennis Pallecone. Budget overruns beyond 7.1 million and inflation forced design changes including elimination of the Maison Weds meals program as the project awaits final approvals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Crystal Yednak
Matteson
Lawrence Manor Senior Center
Planning Commission
Dennis Pallecone
Andrew Jaworski
Department of Housing and Urban
Jaworski
Dedication Marked for Woodgate Teacher Sandra Schaeffer
A memorial service honors Sandra Schaeffer, fifth grade teacher at Woodgate, who died in December 1995. The school names its learning resource center after her, plants a tree, and places a walnut scroll plaque. The National Junior Honor Society starts a scholarship in her name, honoring her twelve years of service. The faculty chorus performs This Little Light of Mine as PTO member Donna Stewart presents Schaeffer's portrait.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Woodgen Matteson
Sandra Schaeffer
Woodgate
Schaeffer
National Junior Honor Society
PTO
Donna Stewart
Around Town Classified Editorials and Neighborhood Notes
Brief items from local pages include editorial snippets on classifieds, neighborhood news, obituaries, police beat updates, and political bytes reflecting community concerns and civic signals across Serving the USA.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
USA
Signs of trouble at Timber Ridge field linked to teen fires
Timber Ridge residents report repeated calls to park security and Cook County Sheriff over teens gathering in a cornfield outside the park. Stephen Allen died from thermal burns after a gasoline ignition in the field near Ridgeland Avenue. Officials say arrests will be made for criminal activity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Timber Ridge
Park Security
Cook County Sheriff's Office
Stephen Allen
Allen
Ridgeland Avenue
U.S. 30
Matteson
Rich East High School
Park Forest
Cook County Medical Examiner's
Brenda Schmidt
Peopl
Rich Township
Schmidt
Amerine
Local Section 8 control gains fresh approval
The U S House passed the Housing Act of 1995 with an amendment by Rep Jerry Weller to grant more local control over Section 8 voucher administration. A six month study by HUD will examine over concentration in South Cook County as South Suburban mayors push for relief. Kim Clarke Maisch notes the aim to curb voucher influx and prevent regional strain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
U.S. House of Representatives
U.S
Jerry Weller
R-Morris
Secretary of Housing and Urban Development
Congress
Cook County
Joe Martin
Housing Coalition
Martin
Weller
Sububan
Czaplewski Named Second-Highest Police Official in Town
The village board unanimously named Czaplewski police commander to succeed James VanSchepen, who was promoted to police chief. An 18 year veteran of the Tacnton Park Police, Czaplewski is noted for his youth outreach and driving safety education. Previously with the University of Chicago Campus Police, he now steps into a role created after Labus retired to private industry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vemuara Veaplewski
Pope Popsitogh Shark
Czaplewski
James VanSchepen
Tacnton Park
Richton Park
University of Chicago
VanSchepen
Richard Labus
Municipal Systems Inc
Craplewski
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