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Chargers end tough week with Spartan sweep
From Staff Reports Stagg concluded a busy, challenging week with a doubleheader sweep of Oak Lawn on May 12. In a 12-2, six-inning win over the Spartans in Game 1 of that twin-bill, the Chargers pounded out 14 hits and drew seven walks while scoring in all but one frame. Mike Abraham led the…
Read MoreAstros erase 8-run deficit, walk off against Lions
Sandburg shortstop Bri Dvorak makes a play during the Eagles’ loss to Lincoln-Way East on April 19.Photo By Jason Maholy Katie Justin singled on the first pitch she saw in the bottom of the eighth inning to drive in the winning run, as Shepard completed a dramatic, 9-8 come-from-behind victory over Lyons on April…
Read MoreVeteran Sandburg squad seeks to soar higher
By Jon DePaolisCorrespondent A commonly used proverb promoting optimism is that hope springs eternal. In baseball parlance, this means the start of every season ushers in the possibility of doing something great. But for the Sandburg baseball team, mere hope may not be necessary. Eagles coach Jim Morsovillo, who is in his seventh year…
Read MoreEntrepreneurs Stir Up Industry with Convenient Cocktail Mixers
(NewsUSA) – Remember the last time you were at the beach and craved a spicy margarita?Or perhaps you were camping or at a tailgate party and all they served was beer and wine.The dream of on-the-go cocktails is now a reality and you no longer have to buy and carry multiple ingredients, or have a…
Read MoreRarely seen feathered friend wings its way to Palos Park
Photo by Carol Cooley A varied thrush, native to the Pacific Northwest, found its way to Palos Park this winter, and has drawn birders from throughout Illinois hoping to get a photo. Dozens of birdwatchers have flocked to Palos Park in recent weeks hoping to snap photos of a little bird not commonly…
Read MoreIncarnation School students: Where will they go?
Chicago Catholic Schools CEO Tom McGrath has advice for Incarnation families who want to continue Catholic education for their children. “Start shopping now.” The June 6, 2018 closure of Incarnation School means that up to 143 students must find a new place to learn in preparation for the start of the…
Read MoreIncarnation School in Palos Heights to close
Amid impassioned pleas and shouts of criticism, the faithful at Incarnation Parish in Palos Heights learned unequivocally last Thursday that their school will permanently close in June. And now many parents and students are wondering where they’ll go to continue a Catholic education. “Does anyone feel that the Archdiocese went through the motions and took…
Read MoreMayors back Lipinski, special interest groups favor Newman
Lipinski The Democratic primary fight in the 3rd Congressional district between conservative incumbent Dan Lipinski and liberal challenger Marie Newman has become a war of endorsements that reflect their ideology. Lipinski is regarded as one of the most conservative House Democrats and is a member of the Blue Dog Coalition of…
Read MoreSertoma seeks approval for 16-unit residence in Orland Park
A proposed three-story,16-unit Sertoma Centre apartment building was recommended for approval by an Orland Park Village Board committee last week, and will now go to the full village board for a vote. Typically, issues approved at committee level are voted on at the next village board meeting, which in this case is Feb.…
Read MoreThree talented bowlers head to O’Fallon
Chicago Christian’s Matt McCarthy became the first Knights’ male bowler to qualify for state. Three-sport athlete Matt McCarthy became the first male bowler in Chicago Christian history to qualify for the Illinois High School Association state tournament and will join junior Zach McCormick of Evergreen Park and sophomore Matt LaBonte of Richards at…
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