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La Grange Goes Green, Open Letter to District 102: Local Voices

A roundup of what people had to say this week in La Grange and Western Springs.

Boy Scouts of America Issues Statement on Membership Policy, Gary Pitchford

Boy Scouts issue statement on proposed changes to membership policy, to be voted on in May at the National Meeting.

Libraries Promote Financial Awareness, Brookfield Public Library

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Saving for college? Preparing for retirement? Just wish you were better at managing your money? There's something for everyone during Money Smart Week at Brookfield Public Library.

Women Can Shop for a Cause at the Upcoming LGBA’s “Girlfriend’s Getaway” Night, Kelly Shumaker

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The Hope Chest is participating in the upcoming LGBA’s “Girlfriend’s Getaway” on May 2nd.

Celebrate the Night for Fenwick Black & White, Julie Condron

Fenwick High School Mothers' club will host their annual spring fashion show, Thursday, April 25 at Drury Lane in Oakbrook Terrace.

Brett Petersen

Local Triathlon Team for Kids Ages 7-15

Bugs Alive! Leslie Van Meir

On Wednesday, April 10th first graders at Laildaw Elementary had the opportunity to experience “Bugs Alive” from the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum in their classrooms.

Local Matters: IHP Trustee Challengers Win in Near Landslide! Craig Fisher

In Indian Head Park, three Trustee candidates challenged long-term incumbents and, despite opposition mudslinging, came away with an impressive victory. A look at the mud, and the victory.

Seeds of Greatness Award Winners Feted April 17, Katherine Leibforth

The Seeds of Greatness Awards to honor persons and businesses that have contributed to the success of our region through outstanding achievement in community service, public service, or business.

Celebrate Earth Day: Go Green La Grange Offers Activities for the Entire Family, Rose Naseef

Celebrate Earth Day! Go Green La Grange offers family activities to help you practice the 3Rs: Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle.

Jenni Showalter

Are you loving, caring, helpful and dedicated? If so Huge Hearts HomeCare wants you!

Montessori is Special, The Children's House Montessori School

This is a brief history of Montessori and a brief description of unique learning styles in a Montessori classroom.

, Suzanne Andersen

The LT Art Club hosted its annual Raku Fest - nearly 50 participants took part in this 300 year old, ancient Japanese kiln-firing process.

Community Park District

The Community Park District of La Grange Park Presents “No Strings Attached”, a funny children's musical.

Smothers Realty Group - Presenting Sponsor of 2013 La Grange Pet Parade, Joan Smothers@

LaGrange Pet Parade, June 1, 2013 - Smothers Realty Group - Presenting Sponsor

LTHS encouraged to go EXTRA green, Suzanne Andersen

Lyons Township High School students are being encouraged to be extra green during Earth Week, April 15-20. The Recycling Club is hosting several events throughout the week.

LTHS students and Plymouth Place dance the night away, Suzanne Andersen

Residents of the Plymouth Place share an evening with members of LT's National Honor Society on April 8th.

An Open Letter to the D102 Board of Education, Peter Daniels

The community needs a voice in the District 102 Budget cut discussion.

National Rifle Association (NRA) Grant Benefits Local Youth of the Boy Scouts Des Plaines Valley Council, Gary Pitchford

The Boy Scouts Des Plaines Valley Council has received a grant from the National Rifle Association to support marksmanship and safety training for Scouts at its summer camps.

Keeping Athletes in the Game with Chiropractic, Victor Manzo Jr

Chiropractic helps athletes be their best in their game, why not allow Chiropractic to let you be the best in the game we call, "LIFE?"

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