Bolingbrook, IL|News|
3 Car Burglaries in 2 Days: Bolingbrook Police Blotter
Stolen ladders, battery and more in the Bolingbrook police blotter of May 27-29.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
- Plainfield, IL
I grew up in Darien and graduated from Downers Grove South in 2006.
I became a journalist because I love to learn new things and connect with new people.
I graduated from Northwestern University in 2010 with a bachelor's and master's degree in journalism.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Canceling Romeoville's MCJROTC Was a Marine Corp Decision: Valley View Officials
Romeoville High School has 60 days after the start of school to find a new MCJROTC Unit Commander, or the program may be decertified.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Romeoville, IL|News|
Canceling Romeoville's MCJROTC Was a Marine Corps Decision: Valley View Officials
Romeoville High School has 60 days after the start of school to find a new MCJROTC Unit Commander, or the program may be decertified.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
In Their Own Words: 8 Inspiring Reasons Our Neighbors Give Back
There are few things as rewarding as getting involved and volunteering in your own community. Take it from these local activists, volunteers and other influential community members, who have shared with us their motivations for making a difference.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Romeoville, IL|News|
In Their Own Words: 8 Inspiring Reasons Our Neighbors Give Back
There are few things as rewarding as getting involved and volunteering in your own community. Take it from these local activists, volunteers and other influential community members, who have shared with us their motivations for making a difference.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Bolingbrook's Relay for Life Raises $103,000 for American Cancer Society
About 300 people participated in the event Saturday and Sunday in Bolingbrook.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Valley View School Board Voted to Cut Romeoville High School MCJROTC Program: Staff Member
Romeoville's longtime MCROTC program will not return in the fall, according to a RHS JROTC instructor.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Romeoville, IL|News|
Valley View School Board Voted to Cut Romeoville High School MCJROTC Program: Staff Member
Romeoville's longtime MCROTC program will not return in the fall, according to a RHS JROTC instructor.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Bolingbrook High School Names New Girls Basketball Coach
Multiple sources have confirmed Coach Tony Smith's successor.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Group Damages Roof, Stolen Basketball Hoop: Bolingbrook Police Blotter
Pair charged after entering vacant home and more in the Bolingbrook police blotter of May 25-26.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Will Romeoville High School Cut its JROTC Program?
RHS Principal Derek Kinder has scheduled a town hall meeting Monday night to discuss the future of the Marine Corps JROTC program.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Romeoville, IL|News|
Will Romeoville High School Cut its JROTC Program?
RHS Principal Derek Kinder has scheduled a town hall meeting Monday night to discuss the future of the Marine Corps JROTC program.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
12 Stories of People Making A Difference In The Chicago Area
We can all look up to these local heroes. In honor of the 60th anniversary of Sir Edmund Hillary’s historic ascent of Mount Everest, Patch and Grape Nuts are teaming up to highlight those who inspire people around them to climb their own mountains.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Romeoville, IL|News|
12 Stories of People Making A Difference In The Chicago Area
We can all look up to these local heroes. In honor of the 60th anniversary of Sir Edmund Hillary’s historic ascent of Mount Everest, Patch and Grape Nuts are teaming up to highlight those who inspire people around them to climb their own mountains.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Romeoville, IL|News|
Romeoville Job Central: Wilton, Panda Express, Schwan, Goodwill
Job-searching? Check out these recent posts for jobs in the Romeoville area.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Bolingbrook Job Central: Wilton, Panda Express, Schwan, Goodwill
Job-searching? Check out these recent posts for jobs in the Bolingbrook area.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Will County DUI Arrests: June 8
Check out who's been charged with driving under the influence around Will County this week.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Romeoville, IL|News|
Will County DUI Arrests: June 8
Check out who's been charged with driving under the influence around Will County this week.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Moose the Black Lab/Dalmatian Puppy Looking for Forever Home
Moose is currently available for adoption from Aloha Rescue in Bolingbrook.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Tippy the Kitten Looking for His Forever Home
Tippy is a sweet, shy kitten looking for a quieter home.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
