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In the Rear View: Verzbicas’ Running Dream, School Speaking and Community Contributions

We look back at a week of Christmas spirit, check fraud, close driving calls, stuffing choices, volunteering honors and court decisions.

 

MONDAY

College and the Olympics: Best of Both Worlds for Verzbicas

Former Sandburg standout Lukas Verzbicas is following a smart path in pursuit of his Olympic dream.

Kris Kringle Haus Open Again Thanks to 'Christmas Nuts' Couple

Popular and longtime Christmas shop returns to Orland Park for another holiday season.

TUESDAY

Lone Orland Resident Speaks Out On Lack of Teacher Contract, Walsh Demotion at D135 Meeting

The board also approved a tax levy with no increase over the last fiscal year.

Who's More Likely to Use Stuffing From a Box?

Where does your town rank on the likelihood of using a packaged stuffing mix this Thanksgiving?

WEDNESDAY

Bare Shelves at the Orland Township Food Pantry Spark Community Response

With the pantry in serious need of donations this holiday season, local schools and businesses are doing what they can to help.

Police: Woman Caught Trying to Buy Electronics With Fake Checks

Officers found nearly 30 false checks on her after attempting to use one at an Orland Park store.

THURSDAY

Judge Gives Attorneys Time to Review Upcoming Ruling in Kustok Trial

Judge's decision on whether to seal the documents related to the murder trial was delayed until Monday.

More Than 100 Orland Teens Honored for Community Service

High school students from Orland Park and Orland Hills were recognized for putting in 100 hours or more of volunteer efforts in a year.

FRIDAY

Cops: Drunk Driver Almost Hit Police Car Twice

Orland Park officer misses getting backed into by inches.

The Snack Line: Teaching Our Children Compassion and Compromise

Restrictive school snacks lists may seem limiting to some, but can be a matter of life and death for others.

SATURDAY

Orland Park Drifter Pleads Not Guilty to Rape, Assault

Prosecutors continue to gather evidence, prepare to test DNA samples.

About this column: At Rear View, we look back. We either look at the past week, a significant thread of stories or bits for the sheer joy of nostalgia. If objects appear larger in Rear View, get new glasses. Related Topics: Allan Kustok, Dennis Dodson, Lukas Verzbicas, Melanie Walsh, Orland School District 135, and Orland Township Food Pantry

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