Monthly Archives: March 2012

School Board Member Earns Accolades for District 135

You may recall hearing about a CPR/AED program offered to students at our local junior high schools.  Well, thanks to the efforts of school board member Lynne Donegan to include the training as part of the curriculum, the Illinois House of … Continue reading

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You Can’t Please Everyone

Let me start by saying that I feel that generally, I am liked by most around me.  I try not to give anyone reason not to like me, but that does not stop the fact that some people are not … Continue reading

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Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

My favorite thing about St. Patrick’s Day?  The South Side Irish St. Patrick’s Day Parade on Western Avenue.  Coming in as a close second…. Shamrock shakes. I am embarrassed to admit how many shamrock shakes I consume during this time of year.  I can’t help … Continue reading

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Ruse Burglary in Orland Park

  I received a robocall yesterday from the Village of Orland Park to warn of a burglary that had taken place in the area.  If my memory serves me correctly, this is not something new.  The robbers seem to follow … Continue reading

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