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Newspaper
Matteson Star
Location
Matteson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Nov 06, 1994
Page
6
A handy guide previews practical advice on building and fixing items around the home. It bundles real estate listings with tips to improve living spaces, featuring actionable steps and common project ideas for homeowners and buyers.
A look at trip chaining shows how busy people plan multiple tasks in a single outing. The concept highlights efficiency, time management, and the tradeoffs of clustering errands to reduce trips and save fuel.
A feature on new and traditional trends in home furnishings highlights evolving styles and practical ideas for decorating spaces. The piece surveys contemporary palettes, timeless pieces, and actionable tips for updating rooms with affordable, stylish touches.
A brief wrap-up of Tuesday's election picks and referendum issues facing area voters. Readers are reminded to see Page A-10 for the full report and details. An opportunity to meet a local merchant is noted with contact numbers for circulation and classifieds.
Tinley Park set to host more concerts as Poplar Creek closes this year and World Music Theatre gains a broader booking role. Tinley Park Jam and Nederlander Organization plan a joint venture, expanding to share act scheduling for the South Suburbs.
The Matteson Plan Commission and Village Board discussed amendments to village zoning codes including antenna and satellite receiver rules to remove the need for special use permits in back yards and on roofs. Proposals also address highway commercial zoning for Lincoln Highway restaurants, with C-4 venues needing only business licenses. Other changes are in preliminary stages as the process continues.
Incumbent Republican Larry Wennlund has raised 164000 since July 1. Opponent Lois Mayer reports 128000 in that period. Both lists show major support from party committees and PACs as the Illinois race remains highly competitive. The two seek a fifth term in a chamber where Republicans need nine seats to gain control.
In the 80th House District Springfield contest Democrat John Ostenburg shows about one third more funds than Republican Flora Ciarlo since July 1. Ostenburg has raised 102000 with 41000 from House Democrats while Ciarlo has 70000 including 32000 from House Republicans. Reports note 15 races near call. Ciarlo based in Homewood reports 70231 total with 29744 from House Republican Campaign Committee.
Victoria Prainito, a businesswoman and community activist, announced her candidacy for the Richton Park Village Board vacancy left by Trustee Anne Rock. The four year resident of Lakewood, mother of 3 year old Mark Anthony, grew up in Wheaton and studied at the University of Illinois Columbia College and the American Business Institute. She serves on the Richton Park Planning and Zoning Commission and chairs community development for the South Suburban Gang Initiative. Prainito says she aims to boost village governance and economic development and notes the board currently has no female members. She recently opened a house cleaning service in the village and plans to focus on her campaign after next week’s election.
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