Lemont|News|
When Frost Danger Passes In Lemont, Making Gardening Safe
See the average date of the final spring freeze in Lemont, and when to start planting the most popular items for the garden.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
- Lemont, IL
I cover the south suburbs of Chicago, including Lemont, Homer Glen, Lockport, Mokena, Frankfort, New Lenox and Manhattan. I was born and raised in the area and graduated from Lewis University in Romeoville with a Bachelor's degree in Mass Communications. If you'd like to contact me, feel free to email me at andrea.earnest@patch.com. Follow me @andreaearnest on Twitter.
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Frankfort, IL|News|
Best Pizza Places In Frankfort Area: Patch Readers Pick
In total, 455 readers shared their go-to pizza places in Frankfort.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Culver's Restaurant Moves Forward In Homer Glen
The development will include a 4,107-square-foot Culver's restaurant with a drive-thru and 47-stall parking lot, board documents state.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Lemont|News|
LHS Plans Outdoor Graduation Ceremony
Graduates will receive two tickets each for guests at the ceremony, which will be held outdoors on May 28.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Chicago, IL|News|
'Brief Tornado' Risk, Severe Storm Threat On Monday: IL Weather
Storms, possibly severe, are most likely between 4 and 10 p.m. Monday.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Chicago, IL|News|
Warm Monday, Severe Weather Possible: Illinois Weather
After Monday, temperatures will cool back to the 60s for the rest of the week.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Frankfort, IL|News|
State Senators Hold Virtual Workshop For Careers In The Trades
The virtual workshop will be held at 10:30 a.m. May 3.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Lemont|News|
D113A Earns Award For Financial Reporting
A district's participation in the program can also facilitate bond rating and continuing bond disclosure processes, the release states.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Chicago, IL|News|
Weekend In The 80s, Storms Possible On Sunday For Illinois
Dry and windy conditions will also create an increased risk of brush fire spread on Saturday, the weather service said.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Frankfort, IL|News|
College Credits: Scholarship Celebration, Dean's List, Graduation
Area students are doing amazing things at colleges and universities across the United States.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
LTHS Top 10 Percent Honored By Lockport Rotary Club
134 members of the class of 2021 were honored at the 66th Annual Top Ten Percent ceremony on Thursday.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
New Lenox, IL|News|
Lincoln-Way Score Round-Up: Soccer, Baseball, Softball, Lacrosse
A round-up of scores of Lincoln-Way sports teams over the past week.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
New Lenox, IL|News|
Fish Sticks Spill On I-80 After Crash: State Police
The left and center lanes of I-80 were closed for three hours on Thursday for crash investigation and clean-up, police said.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
New Lenox, IL|News|
Silver Cross Earns 'Triple Crown' Of Healthcare Awards
The hospital has earned a 5-star rating from CMS, an 'A' in patient safety, and was named to the Top 100 Hospitals ranking.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Lemont|News|
The Bridge Offers Wedding Venue, Event Space In Downtown Lemont
The 7,000-square-foot building in downtown Lemont is set to hold its first wedding in June.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
New Lenox, IL|News|
Over 27 Percent Of Will County Residents Are Fully Vaccinated
That represents 193,763 county residents.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
New Lenox, IL|News|
Spring Promotion Begins Saturday At 26 New Lenox Businesses
Businesses are offering specials, 20 percent off discounts, or buy one, get one offers.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Market At The Square Set To Begin In June
The market will run June through August in downtown Lockport.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Mokena, IL|News|
NAWS Adoptable Pet Of The Week: Jellybean
Jellybean is a 1-and-a-half-year-old male terrier mix.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
LTHS Announces Outdoor Graduation Plans
Graduation will be held June 5.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
