12 Sep 1993
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Newspaper
Matteson Star
Location
Matteson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Sep 12, 1993
Page
1
Blue Island hosts its annual house walk spotlighting well preserved Victorian homes nicknamed painted ladies. Tour highlights include facades, interiors, and neighborhood history with community organizers guiding visitors through eight standout properties.
A special call-in line provides mature guidance for latchkey children seeking support. The Dimensions Painting feature covers repair, remodeling, and renovation as part of a full home improvement guide. A resource section today shares hints and tips for homeowners.
TV Close-Up reports the beloved Frasier Crane remains on screen after Cheers ending, moving from one coast to another to anchor his own series with the same sharp wit and superior style seen in the original.
A columnist argues that if Bill Clinton aims to reinvent government he should consider moving beyond Washington. The note appears on page A-10 with the main and circulation numbers listed for the publication.
Rich Central earned its first victory of the season by defeating Romeoville 12 to 10 in a nonconference game. Marian Catholic routed Naperville Central 47 to 6, and Tinley Park defeated Rich South 35 to 19 in weekend prep action. A full roundup of weekend football games appears in Sports on Page B-1.
State Senator William Mahar Jr leads a revival of talks on an Interstate 80 development corridor from New Lenox to Country Club Hills. Mayors from seven villages met without TIFs, aiming to form an I-80 Corridor Planning Council to coordinate intergovernmental cooperation and study regional support, with further meetings planned in Mokena Tinley Park and Orland Park.
On the two year anniversary of Joe Sotiros murder Brenda Sotiros accuses Will County Sheriff Police of botching the case and missing basic leads. Sheriff Tom Fitzgerald defends the investigation noting extensive lead work and says she hinders the inquiry by overstepping. Joe Sotiros was found dead September 13 1991 near Park Forest Will County.
Republicans accuse Democrats of gerrymandering in a plan creating single member districts for Cook County. David Carvalho says the plan is headed for litigation with five districts safely Republican and two swing districts, while five African-American districts are proposed, potentially provoking further dispute. An attorney for African-American interests notes the map's implications and possible court challenges.
South Suburban Solid Waste Agency members from 16 municipalities approved sending a Reading Energy Co. contract for a trash burning plant to their cities for endorsement. Kevin Leahy of the South Cook County Environmental Action Coalition criticized the deal as not guaranteeing price and service stability and flagged several concerns after reviewing it.
Richton Park officials consider a policy on decorative brick mailboxes after residents place them too close to streets and above water and sewer lines. Village Manager David Niemeyer says many are crumbling and hazards that may block plows and repairs. The plan would not ban them but make homeowners liable for damage or accidents and require alignment with post office rules.
Patricia Briske reports on inclusion in schools as families confront fears about mixed classrooms. Jan Stepanczuk, whose 12 year old son has multiple handicaps, hopes he gains equal education in his home district with proper training and support. Education experts say inclusion benefits all, despite parental worry.
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