Amelia Burbank, a determined 10-year-old, has a clear aim: to help. Over the past year, she has actively worked toward making the playground at Schilling Elementary School in Homer Glen more accessible for individuals with disabilities. Amelia, currently in fourth grade, envisions a playground where children, particularly those using wheelchairs, can enjoy recess with their […]
Veterans Affairs Secretary Doug Collins reflects on the immense costs of war and the sacrifices made by service members. He emphasizes the importance of remembering those who did not return home. On November 2, 2023, a tragic event highlighted the personal impact of these sacrifices. My husband, Andy, a captain in the Army Reserve, died […]
Not long ago, Sam Sianis was a well-known figure in Chicago. He managed his taverns with dedication, often found alone in the early hours, tidying up before dawn. Sianis owned six taverns, including the most renowned on Hubbard Street under Michigan Avenue. Sam, a Greek immigrant and successful saloonkeeper, passed away at 91 from post-surgery […]
Saturday morning saw dedicated volunteers gathering to clean up around Montgomery Dam on the Fox River and Waubonsie Lake Park in Aurora. The event, initially scheduled for late April, was postponed to May 16 due to heavy rains and high water levels. Ivan Chambers, community outreach coordinator for the Fox Valley Park District, explained the […]