In the Rear View: Sayonara 2011, Greetings 2012

MONDAY

Chicago Bears fans, and even Packers fans, gathered at local watering holes to celebrate the holidays and watch the NFC North foes face off.

When her 7-year-old son was diagnosed with leukemia almost 20 years ago, Colleen Kisel's life was upended. As she helped him fight, she found new purpose in her life at the Treasure Chest Foundation.

TUESDAY

Immanuel Christian Reformed and Our Savior’s Lutheran churches spent Christmas Day serving those in need in a handful of different ways.

WEDNESDAY

Orland Park resident and former Sandburg standout Michael Schofield is getting it done in the trenches for the University of Michigan football team. He shifted from right tackle to left guard and helped the Wolverines nail down a berth in the Sugar Bowl.

Zachery Hankins created at least two fake accounts at the same bank to transfer money from legitimate accounts.

THURSDAY

The Orland Park legislator said he resigned because “this is the right decision for me and my family.”

FRIDAY

Sometimes one story isn’t enough to tell the tale. We look back at a year full of news that can’t be summed up in a simple manner.

And be ready to answer a few questions. Orland Park Mayor Dan McLaughlin is looking for willing candidates to fill the Illinois 37th House District seat until election time.