21 Oct 1993
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Newspaper
Matteson Star
Location
Matteson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 21, 1993
Page
1
A compact feature recalls Resurrection Mary and nearby haunted sites as Halloween grows into a lucrative holiday with decorations and costumes. First hand testimonials reveal the painful cycle of domestic violence and its impact on communities.
Judge Henry X. Dietch questions whether the drop in basic mathematics is a concern for the average consumer and urges consideration of its potential impact.
Pat Bouchard lauds two journalistic icons in a glowing column. The text highlights their influence, career milestones, and impact on readers. Circulation figures or classifieds are noted alongside the piece.
Village leaders tell Commonwealth Edison to avoid cutting or disturbing willow and silver poplar trees along power lines. ComEd may replace each tree at 125 dollars under its tree replacement program. Local officials push to protect the trees and seek alternatives.
Governor Edgar mobilizes south suburban allies to win federal funding for a Peotone site. After a closed-door meeting with mayors and lawmakers, he criticizes Chicago Mayor Daley and rejects riverboat bargaining, citing FAA calls for regional consensus and a stalled master plan study funded under prior Bush administration.
The Matteson Village Board approved a first village flag design from the Historical Society led by Russ Schreck. Trustee Imoukhuede urged broad community input and diversity celebration, while Fran Graham defended the design’s ties to the village, Memorial Day bell and local pride. The group seeks flag sales for fundraising and hopes the Quality of Life Task Force join the effort.
U S Rep George Sangmeister of Mokena announces he will not seek re election in the 11th District ending 30 years in public service. The veteran Democrat notes the difficult decision came after contemplation with family and cites desire to spend time with grandchildren and enjoy family life.
Jessica Gross reports on Rich Township High District 227 as four board seats appear in November. Incumbents Edwin Burnette Burdell Chapman Brenda Hamilton Smith and Scott Umbreil seek re election while challengers Bonnie Danick and Olympia Fields resident Hurst vie for the board. Burnette outlines goals including greater resident involvement tracking reforms and inter village cooperation amid a controversial year and a redistricting plan. Chapman, budget and finance chair, supports the current redistricting and notes upcoming contract renegotiations.
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