The MWRD received four awards from the Government Finance Officers Association at its Board of Commissioners meeting on March 7.
The Chicago Bliss are a woman's football team in the newly neamed Legends Football League. JohngysBeat.com was at the Sports Collectibles Convention to talk to several Bliss players.
I am a proven community leader who knows that we need to articulate a clear vision that will benefit and inspire our community for generations to come.
I attended the Chicago Rush Media Day and was introduced to the new owner David Staral, Coach Bob McMillen and the 2013 team.
MWRD commissioner Debra Shore was presented with the inaugural Illinois Water Environment Association Public Official of the Year award recently.
Skokie Chamber of Commerce holds complimentary Business After Hour celebrating Athletico's 5th year in the Skokie business community. Food and giveaways included!
Reasons why Skokie is a great place to work and live in.
The Puerto Rican Chamber of Commerce of Illinois is hosting a business breakfast series that will help participants have a better understanding of becoming an MWRD vendor.
Have you ever thought about getting your real estate license? Then you should come and listen to what Baird & Warner has to say.
I attended my first night at roller derby with the Windy City Rollers and I loved it!
Fitch Ratings affirmed the MWRD's AAA rating with a stable outlook.
Novak for Skokie campaign in collaboration with IVI-IPO has been trying to arrange a forum with all 9 candidates for Skokie Trustee.
Looking to learn more about Judaism? Register today for these great classes in the North Suburbs!
The Consolidated Election will be held on April 9th, 2013. Here is some information about how to register and how, where, and when to vote.
Skokie’s property-tax freeze has resulted in additional Village-imposed taxes; and its creation of TIF districts has shifted revenue burdens from one taxing body to another.
Come celebrate St. Patrick's like a true Irishman - bagpipes, live music and authentic Irish food - with the Curragh Irish Pub.
Baseball historian Dave Zeman of AU Sports will be joining AU Sports owner Scott Beatty on "A Piece of the Game," a new show about sports memorabilia.
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.
Tour Oakton's Skokie campus on Monday, March 4.
The MWRD passed an ordinance directing the Cook County Clerk to reduce the tax levy for 2012 by $19.7 million.
Local businessman Scott Beatty has been selected to be part of "A Piece of the Game," a new television show about sports memorabilia.
The MWRD started a mentoring program in 2008 to help assistant level engineers become familiar with the organization’s engineering operations.
Village officials say crime is down in Skokie. I say crime is a 'Reality' in Skokie. It's time to take action. I am running as an Independent candidate for trustee in the April 9 election.
MWRD’s Director of Monitoring and Research, Dr. Thomas C. Granato, shared his research during the Water Environment Research Foundation’s Forum.
Gov. Pat Quinn awarded a $250 million low-interest loan to the MWRD for projects that will improve water quality and protect public health.
Crowdfunding became a popular tool to raise funds on the internet.
An Independent Candidate's discussion on Public Safety
I attended a unique fundraiser for the Niles West High School Athletic Boosters Club. Who would have thought of pro wrestling as a fundraising option?
Find out more about our candidates and why their running.
At our last coffee, a resident asked, “Is anything going to be done with Crawford Avenue?” So this week's blog is about roads and paths.
The fleecing of America in one short blog, and a chance to fight back with a few clicks of the ol' mouse.
The MWRD's Calumet Water Reclamation Plant recently received an award for merit from the American Council of Engineering Companies/Illinois.
Tips on how to have an elegant wedding on a budget.
Ensuring the vitality and safety of our schools are just a few of the issues facing our community, which many residents say are important to them.
MWRD Executive Director David St. Pierre served on a stormwater panel hosted by the American Public Works Association.
Enough is Enough: It's time to get serious about crime in Skokie. We need leaders who will admit there's a problem and address the issue.
MWRD President Kathleen Meany announced new committee assignments at the Board meeting on January 17.
I experienced a night of Greek pride at POWW Entertainment.
I would like to thank my campaign staff and everyone in the community who devotes their time to volunteering to help others - during Martin Luther King Service Week or any time during the year.
The Skokie Caucus Party opened its doors to the public for its Annual Meeting on Monday, Jan. 14 at 7 p.m. The new office is located at 3716 Dempster Street.