On August 28, the Western Springs Market will host a special event inspired by a young resident's request. A few months ago, a child named Lucy sent a letter to the Village asking for a place where kids could jump and play. While public trampolines were not feasible, the Village arranged for a bounce house instead.
3rd Congressional District candidate John Booras has voiced strong criticism of the recent protests at the Democratic National Convention (DNC) in Chicago, where demonstrators were reported to support Hamas, display anti-Christian sentiment and engage in verbal abuse and violent confrontations with police.
Commuter Lot 8 Green Parking Lot construction continued last week. The General Contractor (MYS) completed the removal of the existing aggregate base course. MYS removed the existing curb and gutter, exposed aggregate sidewalk, and salvaged the brick pavers. The two staircases that are to be reconfigured have been removed. Due to heavy rain last Thursday, the fine grading and placement of stone base were not completed.
Elementary and high school students across the region will be able to ride the CTA, Metra, and Pace for free on Monday, Aug. 26, marking the first day of school for Chicago Public Schools and many suburban schools.
Pamela and Mike Healy's front garden at 4200 Arthur Ave. has been recognized by the Brookfield Beautification Commission as the winner of its Garden Recognition Program for July.