Orland Park Navy Veteran Served With Distinction At Home And Abroad

Honored by his daughters, U.S. Navy veteran Jeffrey G. Sawyer is celebrated for his service and steadfast devotion to family and country.

Village Of Orland Park To Roll Out New Utility Billing System

The current portal, Citizen Access, will be disabled on Monday, Dec. 8 and replaced with Citizen Self Service.

Classical Blast! Dark Side of the Yule Concert

Christmas meets Classical Rock at the Joliet Museum on Thursday, Dec. 18th at 7:30pm!

Orland Fire District Appoints New Head Of Emergency Dispatch Center

Des Breese assumes the role. The center fielded 51,000 fire and EMS incidents, and more than 125,844 calls in 2024.

Day in the Life of a Jerling Jayhawk

Prorok, Jerling Jr High Principal, took the challenge of becoming a student for the day.

St. Coletta’s of Illinois Honors William “Bill” Rybak with Humanitas Award

Decades of dedication and leadership continue to support individuals with developmental disabilities

Orland To Welcome Holiday Season With Christmas Parade, Tree Lighting

The Winter WondORLAND festivities take place Sunday, Nov. 30, and include a Christmas parade, tree lighting, and more.

Orland Lions Club Christmas Tree Lot Officially Open For Season

The organization's sale is its largest fundraiser, featuring trees, wreaths and wood crafts, and opens for the season Wednesday, Nov. 26.

Orland Park PD Hiring More Officers, Applications Due Soon

Applications open Dec. 6. Due by Jan. 19, 2026.

Library Celebrates the Season with Winter Wonderfest

Orland Park Public Library Kicks Off Winter Reading Challenges

Orland Fire Hosts Annual Holiday Toy Drive For Families, Children In Need

All six of the fire district's stations, along with the administration building, serve as drop spots until Jan. 5, 2026.

Record-Breaking Sandburg Fall Craft Show Returns for 2025

The Midwest's largest indoor craft show draws thousands of holiday shoppers and features more than 350 booths.

Village of Orland Park to Host 'Pancakes with Mayor Dodge and Santa'

The event will be held Saturday, Dec. 13 at the Orland Park Civic Center. Attendance limited to 150 guests. Reservation required.

Orland Park Mental Health Crisis Center Collecting Essentials For Community Members In Need

Drop-off is now through Dec. 13. Pick-up is Dec. 13, with registration required. The Living Room is a 24/7 mental health center.

Library Hosts Indigenous Author Nick Medina for Engaging Talk on Horror, Heritage, and Storytelling

Native American Heritage Month Honored at Orland Park Public Library

Orland Park Woman Grateful For Older Sister

This year, Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to spotlight the thankful moments that bring our communities together.

Orland Pastor Charged With Election Interference In Georgia Among 70 Pardoned By Trump

Rev. Stephen Cliffgard Lee appeared on the list released Monday by U.S. Pardon Attorney Ed Martin.

After Delay, 2nd Installment Cook Co. Property Tax Bills Going Out: Orland Township Assessor

The bills will be mailed on Nov. 14 and will be due Dec. 15, Orland Township Assessor Rich Kelly said.

Hooters Calendar Girls To Tour Suburban Locations, Autograph Copies

Several Hooters calendar girls will visit locations in Downers Grove, O'Hare, Schaumburg, Orland Park, Aurora and Joliet Nov. 13-15.

Orland Fire Protection District Promotes Two Firefighters

Firefighters James Schultz and Eric Petravich were promoted on Thursday, Nov. 6.

Celebrate the Season at Orland Park Public Library

Library presents holiday programming in December

Ways To Observe Veterans Day In Orland Park

The Village of Orland Park will commemorate Veterans Day with a ceremony on Tuesday, Nov. 11.

30 Injured As Bus Carrying Orland D135 Students Involved In Crash: Report

The crash happened in Hyde Park Friday morning, CBS is reporting. Three buses were involved.

Civics Bee Returns To Orland Park, Essay Submissions Open Now

The Orland Park Chamber will host the bee, where middle school students will test their civics knowledge and compete for a national title.

Library Invites Community to Create a Granny Square Blanket Together

Library Patrons make Granny Square Community Blanket Together

Turkey Trot, Diaper Dash, Free-Throw Contest Lined Up For Orland's Thanksgiving Week

The Village of Orland Park on Wednesday shared its schedule of Thanksgiving week events.

Village To Honor 7 Names Added To Memorial Wall In Veterans Day Ceremony

The Village of Orland Park will host a Veterans Day ceremony on Tuesday, Nov. 11 at 11 a.m.

Wintrust Sports Complex at Bedford Park Wins Two 2025 Champions of Economic Impact Sports Tourism Awards

One for the 2025 USA Judo Junior Olympic Championships and one for the 2025 Under Armour Association Boys Basketball Finals.

Author Nick Medina to Visit Orland Park Public Library

Library Celebrates Native American Heritage Month

District 230 schools receive ratings from Illinois School Board

Strong growth brings schools within reach of top honors

District 230 Board Appoints New Member

Alum Tim Danlow to serve until 2027 election

Orland PD Launches Program Deploying Drones As First Responders

The drones can respond directly to 911 calls, sometimes arriving on scene before officers, the department said.

'He Deserves This': Village Hall Re-Dedicated In Honor Of Late Former Orland Mayor Frederick T. Owens

The re-dedication ceremony was held Sunday, Oct. 26.

Generosity brings new outdoor pavilion to St. Coletta’s of Illinois

Jean R. Leavengood honored as donors and participants gather to celebrate a space that enhances programs and community

OSD135 PFE Hosts First Successful Fun Run35!

The Orland School District 135 Parents for Education Association hosted the first-ever Run35 to raise money for students and staff.

'Some Of The Biggest Hearts' Find A Home As Christmas Without Cancer Org Opens HQ In Orland

A beloved Southland organization that has helped thousands of families in cancer fights will soon open its new home in Orland Park.

Firefighter Suffers Dehydration After Battling Orland Townhome Fire: Officials

The fire happened around 11 p.m. Monday in the 13900 block of Berkhansted Court.

The Cost of Denial: Keith Pekau’s Legal Fight Is Draining Orland Park

Why does the failed former mayor continue to deny possession of documents he took from village hall?

Kitten Rescued From Apartment Fire, Revived With Oxygen Mask: Orland Fire

The tiny kitten's life was in firefighters' hands Saturday, as crews sprang to action to get the little baby oxygen.

Orland D135 HR Head Remains On Paid Leave, Resignation Date In June

Suzanne Owens's official last day is June 30, but she's on administrative leave until then, her agreement details.