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Miss a day, miss a lot. Let's get all caught up with the Top Southland Stories for Dec. 13.

Mayor Kevin Casey, ‘Mr. Hometown,’ Dies At Age 68
First-generation Hometowner Kevin Casey spent a lifetime serving his community, from cleaning up after the ‘67 tornado to serving as mayor.

Tinley Park Family Vying For Top Prize In Great Chicago Light Fight
The Hirsch home is one of five finalists in ABC7's Great Chicago Light Fight. They take pride in their display being a family affair.

Mokena Family Searching For Their Lost Dog Seen Hit By Car
Witnesses said the driver of the car didn't stop after hitting Moose, a 4-year-old blue-nosed pitbull.

H-F Student Harassed Accuser Prior To Sexual Assault: Lawsuit
The female accuser was instructed to rehearse alone in a room with the male student despite prior harassment, the family's attorney says.

Girl, 5, In Cancer Fight Shares Sweets While Treated To Holiday Magic
New Lenox's Kaylee Hedenschoug's family says she deserved a special night. And she wanted to hand out cookies during it.

Friends Of Frankfort Library Celebrate Book Sale Corner Updates
The Friends of the Frankfort Public Library is a nonprofit dedicated to raising funds for Frankfort Public Library.

Mokena Is Your Town, And Patch Is About Finding Your Stories And News
JEFF ARNOLD COLUMN: Here's how local residents can help your new Patch editor tell the kind of stories that matter and resonate in Mokena.

South Suburban Death Notices, Week of December 12
South suburban obituaries and available visitation information.