For a second consecutive year, the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) will celebrate 30 Days of Public Health throughout the month of April. Gov. J.B. Pritzker helped kick off the month with this video message hailing the state’s “Public Health Heroes.” The observance amounts to an extended National Public Health Week(April 7-13) and coincides[Read More…]
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Health & Wellness 2025: Your primary care physician is your best ally for wellness
By Josephine MinnicinoSpecialty Physicians of Illinois LLC As a family medicine physician, I firmly believe that the foundation of good healthcare lies in the relationship between patients and their primary care physicians. This bond is more than transactional – it’s built on trust, understanding, and shared goals for your health.[Read More…]
Metra launches 18th annual safety poster competition
Students are invited to put their creativity to work for rail safety messages that can be entered into the 18th annual Metra Safety Competition. This year’s contest theme is “See Tracks? Think Train.” Students can win up to $500 in prizes for their original artwork, which will be featured in[Read More…]
Illinois recognizes March 31 as Transgender Day of Visibility
Gov. J.B. Pritzker proclaimed Monday, March 31, as Transgender Day of Visibility in Illinois, highlighting the state’s human rights law that protects transgender people from discrimination. To mark the occasion, the Illinois Department of Human Rights (IDHR) issued non-regulatory guidance on the right to be free from discrimination on the basis of gender identity.[Read More…]
Registration open for local Freedom Trail hike on April 26
Area residents will have a chance to walk in the footsteps of 19th century freedom seekers from 1 to 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 26. Register here. The Midwest Underground Railroad Network (formerly the Little Calumet River Underground Railroad Project) will host a free hike and learning opportunity with Underground Railroad expert Larry[Read More…]
Franciscan Health Olympia Fields hosting free Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star Baby Expo
Franciscan Health Olympia Fields is hosting the free Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star Baby Expo on Saturday, April 12, focused on new and expectant families. Family Birth Center staff and providers will be on hand to provide information on safe sleep, prenatal care, car seat safety, breastfeeding and more. Additional health[Read More…]
Election 2025 | Candidate profile: Christine Scully
Note: Information in candidate profiles was submitted by the candidate. Office: Homewood School District 153 Board of Education Education: H-F High School, 2001; U of I at Urbana-Champaign, 2005, B Architecture; U of I at Chicago, 2007, M Architecture. Employment history: Accessibility Building Code Consulting, 18 years. Previous service: 2022[Read More…]
Election 2025 | Candidate profile: Becky Popelka
Note: Information in candidate profiles was submitted by the candidate. Office: Homewood School District 153 Board of Education Education: BA Sociology, DePaul University; MEd College Student Affairs Administration, University of Georgia. Employment history: I have almost 20 years experience in college admissions and currently work for Alma College as their[Read More…]
Election 2025 | Candidate profile: Broderick Booth
Note: Information in candidate profiles was submitted by the candidate. Office: Homewood School District 153 Board of Education Education: BA-Business Mgmt, HR,MA-School Guidance & Counseling, MA.Ed-School Leadership ABD-Ed. Leadership (’25) Employment history: Currently assistant principal of Student Services at Glenbard East HS; 20 years in education as an administrator, counselor,[Read More…]
Election 2025 | Candidate profile: Robert Cutcliffe
Note: Information in candidate profiles was submitted by the candidate. Office: Flossmoor Public Library Board of Trustees Education: B.S. Engineering Physics, Colorado School of Mines Employment: 15 years experience as an IT Architect and Project Manager3 years experience owning my own Driving School business Previous service: From being an Eagle[Read More…]
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