Frankfort, IL|News|
4th Of July Fireworks 2021 Near Frankfort
Patch has your complete guide to Fourth of July fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around Frankfort.
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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Lemont|News|
4th Of July Fireworks 2021 Near Lemont
Patch has your complete guide to Fourth of July fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around Lemont.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Chicago, IL|News|
Tornado Risk, Severe Storms Possible For Chicago Area
The first round of storms will move into the area from 2 to 6 p.m., according to the weather service.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Frankfort, IL|News|
Lincoln-Way East Boys Volleyball Advances To State Semifinals
The team will face Glenbrook North at 10 a.m. Saturday at Glenbard West in Glen Ellyn.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Resurfacing, Streetscaping Begins In Lockport After 4th Of July
Construction will happen on State Street between 10th and 11th streets.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Frankfort, IL|News|
Frankfort Fall Festival Volunteer Info Session Planned Wednesday
The session will be held from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday at Frankfort Village Hall, 432 W. Nebraska St.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Frankfort, IL|News|
Frankfort Wedding Venue Can Operate After Lawsuit With Village
The Village first filed an injunction against Southern Charm Venues in April 2020.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Lockport Police Kick Off Fourth Of July Traffic Campaign
The safety campaign will run through July 6 to encompass three weekends leading up to and following the Independence Day holiday.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
New Lenox, IL|News|
Lincoln-Way Central Softball Team Finishes As State Runner-Up
The team lost 3-0 to Marist High School in the championship game on Thursday, according to the IHSA website.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Chicago, IL|News|
Weekend In The 90s Before Temps Drop On Monday In Illinois
There could be storms on Friday evening, mostly south of I-80, and there is a chance for storms again on Sunday.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Lemont|News|
College Credits: Commencements Held, Spring Dean's Lists Released
Area students are doing amazing things at colleges and universities across the United States.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Lemont|News|
Lemont Softball Finishes As 2021 IHSA Class 3A State Runner-Up
The team lost 1-0 to Highland in the state championship game, which was contested at the Louisville Slugger Sports Complex in Peoria.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
New Lenox, IL|News|
Vintage Fest Planned In New Lenox Saturday
According to organizers, the event will feature over 130 vendors with vintage clothing, home goods, art, artisans food and more.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Lemont|News|
First Blooms And Blues Event Planned At Township Community Center
The Lemont Junior Woman's Club and Lemont Township will host the event, which will be held from 2 to 8:30 p.m. on July 24.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Lemont|News|
19-Year-Old Stole 88-Year-Old's Purse, $1,500: Lemont Police
The 88-year-old woman whose purse was stolen provided a vehicle description and partial license plate which helped police.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Mokena, IL|News|
Mokena Officers Earn Lifesaving, Distinguished Duty Awards
Several Mokena officers were recognized at Monday's board meeting for their work on various cases, including a homicide and armed robbery.
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Frankfort, IL|News|
Missing Man In Frankfort Found Safe: Police
The man had been last seen on Tuesday, but has been found safe and uninjured, police said.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Frankfort, IL|News|
Patriotic Porch Decorating Contest Planned In Frankfort
Decorate your front porch/driveway in a patriotic theme and send a photo or video to the park district to participate in the contest.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Road Renamed To Honor Slain State Trooper
The stretch of Route 53 in front of the state police headquarters will now be designated Trooper Richard G. Warner Memorial Highway.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Mokena, IL|News|
NAWS Adoptable Pet Of The Week: Blitz
Blitz has a big personality, and is full of curiosity and mischief, the society said.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
