Lemont|News|
Three Stories Books Plans Soft Open On Saturday
Three Stories Books is located at 310 Canal St., and will carry baby books all the way up to young adult reads.
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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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
What’s Open, Closed On Easter 2021 In Homer Glen, Lockport
Whether it’s the library or your favorite restaurant or retailer, here’s a look at what’s open in Homer Glen and Lockport on Easter.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
LTHS Graduate Shatters 3 Vertebrae In 'Freak Accident'
A GoFundMe has been created to help with Dustin's recovery. As of Tuesday, over $8,000 had been raised.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
New Lenox, IL|News|
Park District Plans Barks And Brews, Dog Egg Hunt Event
Dog owners can bring their furry friends along to the event, which will include dog-related vendors, raffles, and dog contests.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Mokena, IL|News|
D159 Students Submit Art To Artworks Competition
Dozens of District 159 students submitted their artwork, including watercolor, photography, and graphic design, for the annual competition.
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Lemont|News|
Lemont Library, Volunteers Help Residents Find Vaccines
So far, the group has assisted residents with getting over 100 vaccination appointments.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Homer Glen Named Tree City USA
To celebrate the honor and to recognize Arbor Day, the Village of Homer Glen will be handing out tree saplings to its residents.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Homer Glen Forms Ability Awareness Committee
To celebrate the new committee, Homer Glen challenged New Lenox to a pop tab collection for the Ronald McDonald House.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Frankfort, IL|News|
College Credits: Students Graduate, Earn Dean's List Honors
Area students are doing amazing things at colleges and universities across the United States.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
New Lenox, IL|News|
Will County Moves To Phase 1B+ Of Vaccination Plan
Health Department spokesperson Steve Brandy said the department expects to expand eligibility to all Will County residents on April 12.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Lemont|News|
District 113A Referendum: Q&A With Superintendent McConnell
To help voters understand the referendum and what it means, Lemont Patch created a Q&A with Superintendent Anthony McConnell.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Goodings Grove Raises $16K For Kids Heart Challenge
$16,036 was raised from online fundraising, T-shirt sales to students and staff, and a Valentine lollipop sale.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Frankfort, IL|News|
D 157-C Students Send Cards For Resident's 100th Birthday
Students sent over 150 cards to the long-time Frankfort resident, Laverne Johnson.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Lemont|News|
Meet Lemont Township Highway Commissioner Candidate: Mark Labno
Mark Labno is one of two candidates running for Lemont Township Highway Commissioner.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Homer Township Highway Commissioner Candidate: Brent Porfilio
Brent Porfilio is one of two candidates running for Homer Township Highway Commissioner.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
Temps See-Saw From 60s To 40s: IL Weather
Temperatures will go up and down this week in a common spring-like pattern, according to the weather service.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Mokena, IL|News|
Mokena Park Hate Graffiti: 2 Juveniles Involved, Cops Say
Prairie Ridge Park in Mokena was spray-painted with racist and "sexually oriented" graffiti, which was discovered March 20, police said.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
New Lenox, IL|News|
New Lenox Township Clerk Candidate: Maureen Flanagan Broderick
Maureen Flanagan Broderick is one of two candidates running for New Lenox Township Clerk.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
Rain, Storms Possible As Temps Return To 50s: IL Weather
Storms are expected on Saturday afternoon and evening, before the weather dries out on Sunday.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Lockport Moves To Semi-Finals Of Strong Towns Contest
Lockport will face off against Bismarck, North Dakota, in the semi-final round of the contest.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
