Local Transparency Ratings, LTHS Gets a Bright Red Apple: Local Voices

Lyons Township High School was one of 78 Illinois Schools to earn a Bright Red Apple Award. School paraeducators also shared news about the donations they’ve made to the Constance Morris House, a shelter for victims of domestic violence.

Aurelio’s introduced a Shamrock pizza, inspired by Chicago St. Patrick’s Day Queen and Western Springs native Bridget McMahon Fitzgerald.

Craig Fisher looked into the “F” ratings the Illinois Policy Institute awarded several local governments for transparency.

The La Grange Business Association introduced this year’s outdoor art exhibit, which will feature dozens of beanbag toss games lining the village’s downtown sidewalks. The group also shared a roster of upcoming free events.

Bill Holder, Mark Langan and Dave McCarty posted more entries in their series of blogs as candidates for the La Grange Village Board.

The Presbyterian Church of Western Springs invited the community to its 47th Annual Spaghetti Dinner. 

The La Grange Park Cat Clinic told us what it really means when your cat has bad breath. 

Jenni Showalter of Huge Hearts HomeCare offered her thoughts on moving aging parents into assisted-care situations when they still want to maintain independence.

Nazareth Academy announced its “More than a Pretty Face” campaign, during which women at the school will focus on their inner beauty.

The Children’s House Montessori School in La Grange Park seeks donations for its St. Baldrick’s fundraiser.

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