MWRD collected 250 pounds of unwanted medications during the national Take Back Day Sept. 29
I'm back! I'm looking forward to keeping you 'In the Know' for the bright lights of this small town night life!
Ideas for a clothes swap party.
Time saving tips for your next appetizer party.
Tinley Orland Palos Tea Party Meeting Thursday, September 27, 2012, 7:00 pm Tinley Park VFW Post 2791, 17147 Oak Park Ave, Tinley Park, IL Speaker: Dan Proft Topic: Upcoming Elections
A private residence in Lemont with a large pool house commissioned me for a trompe-l'oeil illusion beach scene on the tall wall inside.
The MWRD Board of Commissioners honored the Women’s Business Development Center during the Sept. 6 Board meeting.
MWRD Board of Commissioners honored staff members Karl Von Heimburg and Rudy Payne for their Aug. 15 rescue efforts.
The MWRD is collecting unwanted medicine from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, September 29 at the Calumet, North Side and Stickney wastewater treatment facilities.
Over 200 contractors and vendors participated in the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago’s (MWRD’s) vendor outreach event held Wednesday in Chicago.
As the remnants of Hurricane Isaac work their way north, Chicago area residents should prepare for weekend rain to minimize flooding.
The MWRD sells 55 gallon rain barrels for $58 plus tax for Cook County residents and now includes delivery. The rain barrel program is a part of the MWRD's mission to promote water conservation.
MWRD’s Mainstream Pumping Station offers unique environment for steep rescue.
Back to school ideas for fitness ideas, running, swimming and cycling
Brazilian students and treatment plant operators recently toured the Kirie Water Reclamation Plant in Des Plaines.
Lemont HS hockey - change is in the air.
There's a growing trend, in today's economy, to drop alarm monitoring from the family budget. But there is a way, to monitor your home security system yourself.
The MWRD is hosting a vendor outreach fair on Wed. Aug. 29 from 8 a.m. to noon at the Univ. of Chicago Booth School of Business, Gleacher Center, 450 North Cityfront Plaza Drive, Chicago.
Metal Music and Musician alike must hear some of the newer releases.
A visit to a Chicago or Cook County park on Sept. 29 can benefit families and nature as Chicago Wilderness is hosting a “Day of Service.”
Celebrate Me Home -- Live Entertainment, Food, Drinks, Fun - Benefit Supporting Housing for Women with Disabilities in South Suburbs
Five of the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District treatment facilities have achieved perfect scores on annual reports to earn the National Association of Clean Water Agencies’ highest honor.
MWRD is dedicated to land preservation and surveyed 25 properties along waterways, near treatment plants, in reservoirs and aeration stations to develop a comprehensive biological survey.
Local government and homeowners have struggled to determine what makes more economic sense: cut down ash trees infected with emerald ash borer; or, treat them.
Quick Blog about Seniors biking and reminder about "Teen Triathlon" this Friday.
The MWRD Biosolids program manager Dan Collins traveled to Vancouver, Canada, to provide practical advice and to share his experience in developing an award-winning biosolids program.
The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago is reminding residents how they can prepare for storms to prevent or minimize basement flooding and sewer backups.
The Lemont Cycling Federation is a newly formed group looking to stay fit and extol the virtues of Cycling in Lemont and the surrounding areas. Come Join Us!
A look at what the Los Angeles Kings persevered on their journey to the Stanley Cup.
Many opportunities for summer swimming in Lemont
Bummer about the Quarryman being canceled due to lightening, but there are plenty of other upcoming fitness events in Lemont and the Heritage Quarry Trails are a hidden treasure.
A look at the most dangerous team left, the Los Angeles Kings.
Fitness opportunities, both formal and informal, in Lemont are abundant if you know where to look.
An offseason preview for the Blackhawks.
The Chicagoland Home Remodeling & Design Expo will be held at the Odeum ExpoCenter, in Villa Park, April 21st through April 22nd with FREE admission and FREE parking.
What a busy weekend for fitness-minded folks in Lemont!
A look at the Stanley Cup Playoffs through two days.
Do you want to play your best golf this year and hit those shots you know you are capable of more often? Try to get "Golf Fit," and play and practice as much as you can.
This week, we continue our exploration of the I&M Canal Heritage Corridor by focusing on historic spots in the Village of Lemont in the Chicago Portage area of southern Cook County.
A final home game celebrates the Seniors and one last win before playoffs.