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Midlothian council requests volunteers for community events: 'Email me, call me, let me know your ideas'
By Southland Marquee report | Dec 13, 2022
Midlothian Village Council heard an update from the Events Committee during a recent meeting, with Trustee Kathleen Johnson pointing out that the panel homes to stage four to six events throughout the year.
Violence Interrupters plans '24-hour boots on the ground' over holidays
By W.J. Kennedy | Dec 13, 2022
The holidays bring with them the risk of heightened violence, and for Tio Hardiman, the executive director of Violence Interrupters, that means “24-hour boots on the ground.”
Tinley Park police chief on promoted employee at recent board meeting: 'We're happy to bring her onboard full time'
By Southland Marquee report | Dec 10, 2022
The Tinley Park Village Board of Trustees approved two promotions and the hiring of a new maintenance technician during a board meeting on Nov. 1.
Chicago’s 'Mr. Ceasefire' came by his nickname the hard way
By W.J. Kennedy | Dec 9, 2022
In 2003, Tio Hardiman talked his way out of a potentially deadly conflict when five gang members confronted him on the Southside.
'You've really shown your true colors': Village clerk, trustee butt heads during Tinley Park Board meeting
By Southland Marquee report | Dec 9, 2022
The drama surrounding Tinley Park Trustee Diane Galante has continued after Galante and Village Clerk Nancy O'Connor butted heads during a board meeting last month.
'We’ve bought cars, we’ve paid mortgages, so many medical bills': Tinley Park police sergeant on nonprofit organization
By Southland Marquee report | Dec 8, 2022
The Village of Tinley Park's Board of Trustees took time to highlight several organizations in the village, including one aimed at helping families during the holiday season.
Tinley Park welcomes new firefighter to department: 'He brings us all his knowledge and has done a fantastic job'
By Southland Marquee report | Dec 7, 2022
Officials with the Village of Tinley Park welcomed a new firefighter, recognized IT employees and celebrated a promotion during a recent board meeting on Nov. 15.
Chicago Ridge Schools business manager on tax levy: 'We're asking the board to approve the tentative levy at 5% over last year's extension'
By David Beasley | Dec 6, 2022
Katheryn Picciolini, business manager of Chicago Ridge Schools, discussed the tentative 2022 tax levy with the school board at a recent meeting.
Chicago Ridge school board reviews current building renovation, construction projects: 'I'd like to know if it's worth it'
By Southland Marquee report | Dec 6, 2022
The Chicago Ridge School District board recently discussed current building renovation and construction projects.
City Colleges of Chicago chancellor on enrollment jump: 'We’ve been strategic about expanding access to our colleges by developing new opportunities'
By David Beasley | Dec 2, 2022
The enrollment at City Colleges of Chicago is up 6.9% year over year, outpacing the Illinois community college average of 1.5% and the national average, according to a report released by the Illinois Community College Board.
Chicago Park District CEO on pilot program: 'We welcome the traditional ... and encourage new experiential concepts'
By David Beasley | Dec 2, 2022
The Chicago Park District announces opportunities for concession operations in city parks.
Pekau on Orland Park holiday festivities starting Nov. 27: "Coming together as a community to welcome the holiday season is a long-standing tradition in Orland Park"
By Southland Marquee reports | Nov 28, 2022
Holiday festivities in Orland Park are set to begin on Nov. 27 with the annual holiday festival, parade, and tree lighting.
Amaze Light Festival begins in November at Odyssey Fun World
By Southland Marquee reports | Nov 28, 2022
The Amaze Light Festival at Odyssey Fun World will be starting on select dates in November and running through the first week of January.
South Side Community Art Center presents 9 Artists/ 9 Months/ 9 Perspectives: 'Inspired by struggle for health, social and economic welfare'
By Southland Marquee reports | Nov 28, 2022
The South Side Community Art Center presents 9 Artists/ 9 Months/ 9 Perspectives which will run through Dec. 17.
'You're in for a treat': Buddy the Elf to appear at Hyde Park's Holly-Day event
By Sam Jackson | Nov 17, 2022
Buddy the Elf, who has been found around Hyde Park in recent days taking photos with local residents, will be at the Dec. 3 Hyde Park Holly-Day, according to a social media post.
Two nooses found on Chicago's South Side 'where majority of Blacks live'
By Sam Jackson | Nov 17, 2022
Chitown Crime Chasers, a media organization that "chases crime all over Chicago," published a Facebook post Nov. 14 showing two nooses had been discovered hanging from a tree in "a black neighborhood" on the South Side of Chicago.
Dowell: 'For anyone that needs a free Thanksgiving dinner, there are lots of great options throughout the city'
By Southland Marquee report | Nov 16, 2022
Chicago Alderman Pat Dowell promoted various options for locals to find free Thanksgiving dinners in a tweet published on Thursday
National Association of Black Journalists Chicago Chapter: 'Get your tickets now for the Red Hot Holiday Party!'
By Southland Marquee report | Nov 16, 2022
The National Association of Black Journalists Chicago chapter's annual holiday party fundraiser is back this year to support student scholarships. Guests are welcome to attend and can purchase tickets online or at the door.
Chicagoans of color impacted by county's ticketing policy: 'This is a regressive city policy that targets Black and Brown communities'
By Mary Lou Lang | Nov 16, 2022
Inflation is hurting people across the country, and many are turning to second jobs, or gig work, to deal with the rising costs of everything from food to gas to clothing and housing.
Superintendent of Chicago Ridge School District: 'I just wanted to publicly thank our principals and assistant principals'
By Southland Marquee reports | Nov 15, 2022
October was Principal Appreciation Month and the Chicago Ridge School District honored its principals and assistant principals.