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Newspaper
Matteson Star
Location
Matteson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Sep 03, 1998
Page
8
Franklin Shaftan serves as editor with Margaret Seltzer, Dennis R. Wheeler as assistant editor and news editor, Paula Carlson as news editor, and Joanne M. Zerkel as features editor. The roster outlines key newsroom leadership and page editors for the publication.
Editorials praise Tinley Park plans for a 54 000 square foot regional convention center on Harlem Avenue near Interstate 80. The village grants Hartz 550 000 in incentives for 7.4 acres, plus four other lots valued at 180 000, with waivers. Construction could start soon. center aims to attract business for South Suburban region.
Chicago Heights residents waited as Police Chief Gary Billups and two administrators failed to attend a 4 p.m. community safety discussion on street crime, car speeding, and gang activity due to extended contract talks. Billups apologized, said he left a late message, and planned to reschedule with alderman Robert McCoy.
Dennis Wheeler notes Sammy Sosa’s rising home run pace in 1998 as he ties Mark McGwire with his 55th homer and fans roar at Wrigley. The piece contrasts Sosa’s energy, background in the Dominican Republic, and popularity with McGwire’s power, predicting a potential 62nd homer and a dramatic chase of Roger Maris’s 61 in a year of national attention.
Frankfort prepares for its annual Fall Festival amid food stalls crafts fair and a Sunday parade attracting up to 300 000 visitors from the region. Mayor Rossi touts it as a premier local event benefiting schools clubs veterans groups and the Frankfort Fire Protection District which aims to buy thermal imaging cameras with festival revenue.
Rhett Elder of Richton Park condemns George Scully and his allies for tax increases and political spin. He urges voters to back Republican Andy Quenell in the 80th District, arguing for parental choice in schools and tax relief through limited government.
A reader commends Michael Sheahan, Cook County sheriff, for publishing a list of convicted felons. The letter on Aug 26 is praised as common sense and courageous, reflecting public support for the decision.
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