Join the National Wildlife Federation for its annual Great American Backyard Campout!
Tips for driving in the rain.
The DuPage County Home Improvement & Landscaping Expo will be held at the The DuPage County Fairgrounds, 2015 Manchester Rd., Wheaton, IL 60187 on April 26th, 2013 through April 28th, 2013.
Images of Percy Julian Middle School team members at the VEX Robotics World Championship at the Anaheim Convention Center this past weekend.
On April 17-20, 2013, more than 15,000 participants comprised of the world’s smartest students, from 24 countries, will converge in Anaheim, CA for the VEX Robotics Competition World Championship.
Local rock group re-unites after 25 year break. Forest Park-based INFANTS to play homecoming show.
The Forest Park real estate market is heating up. Whether you're looking to buy or sell a home in Forest Park, now is the time to start getting to know what's happening in the market.
Advice for car owners regarding an extended warranty.
FPYSA FALL SOCCER REGISTRATION
The MWRD is again joining the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration's national “Take-Back” initiative from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sat., April 27, to collect unwanted medicine at three facilities.
Ways to save money on car insurance.
The MWRD passed an ordinance directing the Cook County Clerk to reduce the tax levy for 2012 by $19.7 million.
Blue Max Coffee in Forest Park has upgraded its selection of fine coffee beans and is now offering two new premium specialty roasts per month.
Blue Max Coffee is hosting Coffee Roasting and “Latte Art” demonstrations on Wednesday, March 6 from 6 to 7 p.m.
The MWRD started a mentoring program in 2008 to help assistant level engineers become familiar with the organization’s engineering operations.
MWRD’s Director of Monitoring and Research, Dr. Thomas C. Granato, shared his research during the Water Environment Research Foundation’s Forum.
Monthly analysis of Forest Park, IL real estate market including homes for sale and homes sold in January 2013 and year-over-year analysis.
Gov. Pat Quinn awarded a $250 million low-interest loan to the MWRD for projects that will improve water quality and protect public health.
Secretary of State Jesse White, Linda Johnson-Rice, and Pastor Corey Brooks, to be honored by Fifth Third Bank Chicago with annual Black History Month Community Leader Awards
The MWRD's Calumet Water Reclamation Plant recently received an award for merit from the American Council of Engineering Companies/Illinois.
MWRD Executive Director David St. Pierre served on a stormwater panel hosted by the American Public Works Association.
MWRD President Kathleen Meany announced new committee assignments at the Board meeting on January 17.
The MWRD continues to observe the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s birth.
A study about biosolids will be presented to the public on Jan. 18 from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Stickney WRP Auditorium, 6001 W. Pershing Road, Cicero.
The MWRD explains how it is not possible for the Chicago River to reverse course on its own.
Kathleen Therese Meany was elected by her fellow Commissioners to serve as president of the MWRD Board of Commissioners.
In 1989, the MWRD instituted a 24 hour 1-800-332-DUMP hotline to receive and investigate reports of dumping.
The new MWRD Board of Commissioners was installed last week and held its first official meeting
The MWRD provides the top 12 ways to improve our water environment on 12-12-12.
The MWRD swore in three Commissioners during its annual meeting December 4, 2012.
MWRD Commissioner Patricia Horton concluded her term on November 30 after six years of service.
The Fall 2012 edition of the MWRD’s biannual newsletter, “Small Streams, Big Accomplishments,” is available on the MWRD website and by calling 312-751-6633.
“Reimagining the Chicago and Calumet Rivers for the 21st Century and Beyond” was the focus of a panel at the Chicago Wilderness Congress recently.
Proposed streambank stabilization improvements to a section of riverbank along the Chicago River discussed.
The MWRD is encouraging Cook County’s five million residents to make small changes in their use of water beginning with the traditional Thanksgiving celebration.
The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago’s North Side Water Reclamation Plant in Skokie was renamed to the Terrence J. O’Brien Water Reclamation Plant.
The MWRD Board of Commissioners renamed the North Side Water Reclamation Plant in honor of President Terrence J. O’Brien. The plant is located at 3500 W. Howard Street, Skokie, IL.
MWRD President Terrence O’Brien received the Millennium Builder’s Executive Leadership Award during the 2012 SMCA Millennium Builder’s Awards Banquet.