04 Nov 1993
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Newspaper
Matteson Star
Location
Matteson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Nov 04, 1993
Page
1
The Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra presents a pop themed concert featuring Stephen Sondheim songs, blending classical and contemporary vibes. Also previewing holiday greeting cards crafted to support charitable causes, with Dimensions noted as a source.
A new Heart Association initiative guides employers in supporting workers to adopt and maintain healthier lifestyles. The program offers strategies for workplace wellness, potential funding avenues, and practical steps for implementation.
Star columnist Charles Shields discusses benefits of all girls high schools. Karen Caffarini guides readers to where to report suspected fraud. Main number 755-6161, Circulation 755-3344, Classified 755-3993.
Matteson Village Board reaffirmed its long standing opposition to the Robbins incinerator. Trustees noted the Public Works Committee reviewed the plan to send village trash to Reading Energy Co but kept the 1992 decision not to use the incinerator. The board also approved zoning signage limits and other village measures.
Five candidates vied for the Democratic nomination to succeed retiring U S Rep George Sangmeister in Illinois 11th District. Candidates Clement Balanoff Frank Giglio Dave Neal Patrick Welch Tom Walsh outlined funding and ground campaigns while Shawn Collins eyed a bid. Neal pressed for cross over votes and integrity. labor backing surfaced as key in the race.
Investigators probe a million-dollar blaze that leveled the Richton Lanes bowling alley at 22413 Governors Highway in Richton Park. About 75 firefighters worked four hours to extinguish. A basement bar was destroyed. No cause yet. federal ATF, ISFM and local departments lead the investigation. One injury reported a broken finger to a Richton Park official. Damages estimated at a nue Ped 8.
East of Wenn rare onsesals plan an incentive package to lure a Chicago based food processing plant to move to the village. Village Manager David Niemeyer says the plant is not at the door yet but could be enticed with incentives. Economic consultant Annie Cardona outlines a deal using a tax increment district on Central Avenue and Sauk Trail. The package would reimburse land and infrastructure costs from TIF revenues, with an estimated 97 365 yearly property taxes generated and most funds used for village costs and improvements. The 2 1 acre parcel is owned by Northern Illinois Gas Co and offers sight to 10 acres within the TIF district with a county tax abatement as added incentive.
In final Cook County results six candidates vied for four Rich Township High School District 227 seats. Incumbents Edwin Burnette and Brenda Hamilton Smith were re-elected with 2,367 and 1,602 votes respectively, while Scott Umbrell won an elected seat with 2,296 votes. Incumbent Burdell Chapman lost, finishing with 1,526 votes, and challenger Janice Hurst led among newcomers with 1,933 votes alongside Orrville L. Brown’s upset for District 180.
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