Justice names Schuerg deputy police chief

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By Carol McGowan Two police officers moved up in the ranks at last week’s Justice Village Board meeting. Sgt. Frederick Schuerg was made deputy chief and Officer Samuel Hogancamp was promoted to the rank of sergeant.  Both promotions were approved by the village board last month. Schuerg has been with the Justice Police Department since…

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Argo Coalition for Education holds awards breakfast

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By Carol McGowan  The Argo Coalition for Education held their annual College Education Matters Awards Breakfast at Argo Community High School on May 10. Winners, with the school they will attend and their field of study are: Caylah Anya Boyd, Elmhurst University, psychology and social work; Asanti Monique Davis, University of Illinois at Chicago, biology,…

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MVCC scholarship application deadline extended

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The Moraine Valley Foundation has extended its scholarship application deadline to Friday, May 12. Current and potential Moraine Valley students can apply for more than 300 scholarships to be used during the fall 2023 and spring 2024 semesters. “Many students struggle to pay for college tuition, so we encourage anyone who plans to attend Moraine…

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Woman’s club, cadets highlight cheerful Palos Park meeting

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By Jeff Vorva The meeting before Tuesday’s election in Palos Park was free of controversy. After a few recent meetings were packed with people and featured some strife, the March 27 village council meeting was packed but full of joy and accomplishments. Many were on hand from the Palos Park Woman’s Club, an organization that…

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Orland Township offers scholarships to high school seniors

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Local students graduating high school in 2023 and heading to college are encouraged to apply for an Orland Township Scholarship Foundation award. This program, launched in 1998, has since awarded over 340 scholarships to township students totaling more than $280,000. The Orland Township Scholarship Foundation award scholarships based on a combination of the applicant’s leadership…

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ACE awards scholarships to Argo students

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By Carol McGowan After taking a year off because of the pandemic, the Argo Coalition for Education has once again handed out scholarships to students at Argo Community High School. The ceremony was held on May 9 in the Portillo Performing Arts Center at the Summit school. The program was assisted by Argo Supt. Dr.…

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Richards’ Principal walks 24 hours for a cause

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By Kelly White  Most people spend New Year’s Day relaxing. Richards High School Principal Dr. Mike Jacobson spent it on the treadmill. For the second year in a row, Jacobson inspired generous donations of more than $20,000 on New Year’s Day by walking 24 hours on a treadmill without stopping. All of the money raised goes directly to benefit…

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Richards principal walks 24 hours for a cause

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Raises $20,000 for student scholarships By Kelly White Most people spend New Year’s Day relaxing. Richards High School Principal Dr. Mike Jacobson spent it on the treadmill. For the second year in a row, Jacobson inspired generous donations of more than $20,000 on New Year’s Day by walking 24 hours on a treadmill without stopping.…

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