What 2016 Looked Like for Western Springs: Top Stories of the Year

We gathered all of the stories that topped Patch's page view list so you can review 2016 before NYE.

LT auto students to take fieldtrip like no other

LTHS auto students stand beside a classic 1931 Marmon Sixteen Convertible Sedan by LeBaron at Chicago Vintage Motor Carriage

It's Not a White Christmas for Western Springs: Christmas Weather Breakdown

We have the highs, lows and historic temperatures of the area.

These are the Grocery Stores and Malls that are Open, Closed in Western Springs this Christmas Weekend

Need something last minute? This is where you'll want to look.

This Suburban Zoo is Now Home to a Critically Endangered Orangutan

We have a photo, and it's pretty precious.

Music Club Offers Scholarship Concert

WSMC Jan 15, 2017 "With These Hands" special concert for Middle School Instrumentalists

Music Club's Holiday Music

WSMC Dec 14 2016 program

LTHS to open South Campus Fieldhouse for morning workout

Fieldhouse is open through March on days school is in session

Special Olympics Pack the Place

Friday, January 13 in the North Campus Fieldhouse

French benefits from those in the know

French visitors at Lyons Township High School

Prominent Local Female Franchise Consultant Paves Way for Entrepreneurs in 2016

Meg Schmitz Reflects on 2016 Successes

These Pictures of Zoo Animals Playing in the Snow Will Make You Melt

The Brookfield Zoo made sure to document this past weekend's heavy snow.

Identity Theft and $7K of Stolen Construction Equipment: Western Springs Police Blotter

Take a look at what the Western Springs police have been up to for the past week.

263 Lyons Township Students Make State Scholars List

Congratulations to all named.

This is What LTHS Kids Have Been Doing All Holiday Season

Take a look at how these high school students gave back this Christmas.

McCook Athletic Expo Completes Major Renovation

The MAX

Clifford the Big Red Dog visited to the Library!

Lots of Clifford fans came to meet him; take a look!

LTHS to Host Food Truck Festival Next Week

There will be a competition for the best cuisine and business plan.

Brookfield Zoo Shares Photo of Amur Leopard Cub's First Snow

...and it's adorable.

LTHS's Annual Food Drive Kicks Off Monday

The drive will run from Monday through Friday.

Classical Blast Live Concert at the Joliet Museum on Dec. 15th

Classical Blast performs Live Holiday Concert at the Joliet Area Historical Museum on Thursday, Dec. 15th

Meet LTHS's New Varsity Softball Coach

Nicole Marinec says she's inspired by the girls she'll be coaching for their upcoming season.

Western Springs Trinity Irish Dancers Win Big at World Qualifier

Local dancers qualify for World Championships of Irish dance in Dublin, Ireland.

Western Springs Recreation Department—Snow Days with Blue Moose

Are you looking for some fun for your Kindergartner-4th grader during Holiday Break?

Man Arrested for Punching an Uber Driver, Identity Theft: Western Springs Police

Take a look at what's been on the police blotter for the past week.

LTHS Students Score Big at Robotics, Engineering Competition

Thirty-six Lyons Township kids participated.

LTHS Announces District Musicians

Congratulations to these 57 high school musicians!

Lyons Township to Perform 'You Can't Take it With You' Starting Dec. 9

The cast consists of 21 LTHS students.

What's Open, What's Closed in Western Springs This Thanksgiving

Need to make a last-minute grocery store run? Look no further.

4-Month-Old Amur Leopard Cub Makes Public Debut at Brookfield Zoo

The 20-pound cub, now named Temur, is finally ready to be in the public eye.

LTHS announces District Musicians

​Fifty-seven student musicians were recently selected for the IMEA District I Band, Orchestra, Choir, Jazz Band and Jazz Choir

LTHS Students Take Part in 'Shark Tank' Project

Business students presented a variety of ideas to business professionals.

The Real Thrill Is Not To Kill--The Real Thrill Is To Let Them All Live

Thanksgiving Celebration

Western Springs PD Receives Fourth Law Enforcement Reaccreditation Award

The rigorous 36-month process left WSPD with two trophies.

LT Adventure Race fun and fitness-packed

Nearly 1,600 physical education students will participate in the race held Nov 21-22

Brookfield Zoo Welcomes New Baby: An Endangered Grevy's Zebra

The foal, who's not yet named, is already nearly 100 pounds. He was born Nov. 9.

Brookfield Zoo Announces Schedule for 35th Annual 'Holiday Magic'

The popular 41-foot-tall Talking Tree will be back to interact with guests.

LTHS to host Future Freshman Night

Tuesday, November 29 at the South Campus

Sharing the Gift of Music

WSMC Nov 9, 2016 Program

Lion newspaper lands awards at national convention

Journalism Education Association and the National School Press Association awards at their fall convention