Community Corner

In the Rear View: Masked Assailants and Pranks Gone Wrong

We look back at a week of new Springfield money foibles, bulb switches, new openings, progress anniversaries, baseball victory and electricity supply.

MONDAY

The proposed nepotism policy for hires is approved without any changes and little is said about the superintendent search other than it will continue next school year. Read the full meeting blog transcript.

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Bridge Teen Center celebrates second anniversary with community open house on Saturday, May 19.

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TUESDAY

As a result of U.S. government energy-efficiency standards, traditional incandescent light bulbs are being phased out. Local electrical contractor Tom Sullivan says consumers need to be educated so they can make the right choices moving forward.

Mother McAuley softball standout Ashley Rogers outpolled 11 others Patch's weekly MVP poll. She is now eligible for May Athlete of the Month recognition.

WEDNESDAY

Patch breaks down the new energy supplier deal for Orland Park residents and small business owners, and what happens between now and the new supplier plugs in.

With the conference title on the line, Sandburg left-hander Matt Farrington took the ball and delivered a gutsy performance as the Eagles surged past Homewood-Flossmoor on Tuesday afternoon.

It was a tough job, but somebody had to do it. Two Patch editors and a representative from Amato Salon and Spa name the top three entries in Patch's 'Mommy Needs a Makeover' contest.

THURSDAY

As the community center celebrates its second anniversary, the founders are looking at opening up new locations, influencing federal decisions for after school programs and spreading the “heart” of caring for teens.

FRIDAY

Vandalism and repeated false fire alarm pulls led to an increased presence of Orland Park police officers at Carl Sandburg High School, and canceling of a senior activity.

The former Orland Park restaurant and bar space will have a new owner on June 8 after a court-ordered auction takes place.

SATURDAY

Ten people were injured in the Saturday afternoon attack. Three were hospitalized.


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