Related environmental studies now available for review online The Elmhurst Park District held a public meeting on Thursday, July 27 to welcome feedback from the community on the conversion of property related to Golden Meadows Park. Recently, Park District commissioners approved the purchase of the former trailer park property at […]
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Officer honored for outstanding work in drug awareness
Waldenmeyer receives coveted Enrique “Kiki” Camarena award By Dee Longfellow For The Elmhurst Independent Frank Burr, one of the National Directors of the Elks Club Drug Awareness program and the Drug Awareness Chairman for the state of Illinois, was invited to the podium by Mayor Steve Morley to talk about […]
Timothy Christian Scholastic Bowl state champions recognized
By Dee Longfellow For The Elmhurst Independent The Elmhurst City Council meeting held on Monday, August 7, began with members of Timothy Christian’s Scholastic Bowl State Champion Team being recognized by Mayor Steve Morley and the members of City Council. Team Coach Carlton addressed the room, saying the team has […]
Council Capsules
Here’s what’s happening at Elmhurst City Hall… By Dee Longfellow For The Elmhurst Independent The following topics were discussed at the latest Elmhurst City Council meeting on Monday, Aug. 7. • The City Council meeting began with members of Timothy Christian’s Scholastic Bowl State Champion Team being recognized by Mayor […]
Lynch takes over Fenton football program
Veteran high-school coach stresses student-athlete development. By Mike Miazga Correspondent Fenton’s new football coach has some history in the program. Matt Lynch, who replaced Mark Kos as head coach, was the Bison’s defensive coordinator under former coach Mark Carmen in 2003. Lynch comes to Fenton after a 10-year head-coaching stint […]
It starts up front
Line play will be a key strength for the Addison Trail football team. By Mike Miazga Correspondent Longtime Addison Trail football coach Paul Parpet Jr., has a luxury this season that most coaches rarely see. Parpet returns his entire offensive line from a Blazers team that is coming off a […]
York High School Player of the Week
York Summer Tennis Team The York summer tennis team won the West Suburban Summer Tennis League 17U championship. Overall, the Dukes went 7-3 in summer play. They posted a 4-1 mark in Trident League competition and went 3-2 in West Suburban regular-season action.
Willowbrook boys golf team kicks off season
Zopel, Martens tie for team lead at St. Laurence invite. By Mike Miazga Correspondent The earlier start in the Illinois boys high-school golf season allowed Willowbrook to get in a pair of tournaments last week. The Warriors started the season at the St Laurence Invitational held at Lincoln Oaks Golf […]
Willowbrook football team ready to establish 2017 identity
Warriors return numerous key performers from state quarterfinalist. By Mike Miazga Correspondent Yes, the Willowbrook football team had a season to remember in 2016 when it reached the Class 7A state quarterfinals and finished with an 8-4 record. But Warriors coach Nick Hildreth cautions 2017 is a new year. “Every […]
Elmhurst Post 187 Junior Legion tryouts set for Sunday
17U Muddogs squad seeking players. By Mike Miazga Correspondent The Elmhurst American Legion baseball team, which just completed its season after a several-year hiatus, is expanding. In addition to having its 19U regular Muddogs Legion team next year, Post 187 is starting a 17U Junior Legion tournament team. Post 187 […]