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Sun Calendar

Fri, 29 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

Saturday

Beating the odds

Fri, 29 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

On Sept. 15, Jen Klouse will celebrate 10 years of using a donated liver to stay alive.

Valley View schools hire new community relations director

By R.L. Anderson Special to The Sun — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

A longtime newspaperman will soon be generating education news in Bolingbrook.

Community Briefs

Fri, 29 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

Auditions announced for new play

Sun looking for Bolingbrook bloggers

Sun staff — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

Are you in the know about all the goings on in your neighborhood in Bolingbrook? Then The Sun would like to hear from you.

Beer, wine sales approved for Bolingbrook Aldi stores

By R.L. Anderson Special to The Sun — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

Two Aldi stores in Bolingbrook will be permitted to sell the company's own brand of packaged beer and wine in limited quantities as the result of a Village Board vote this week.

Duck race to benefit schools

By R.L. Anderson Special to The Sun — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

There's no ducking what the Valley View Educational Enrichment Foundation is doing for its fall fundraising event.

Fuel prices have big impact on Bolingbrook budget

By R.L. Anderson Special to The Sun — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

The skyrocketing cost of oil continues to have an adverse effect on a number of industries, and on municipalities like Bolingbrook as well.

Homeowners honored with landscape awards

By R.L. Anderson Special to The Sun — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

Bolingbrook has honored more residents for their work to make the village a more beautiful place to live.

Never forget

Fri, 29 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

This week the mayor of Bolingbrook proclaimed Wednesday as Abduction Prevention Day, just in time for a national group devoted to missing people to pay a visit.

FBI arrests man allegedly involved in Bolingbrook bank robbery

Sun-Times News Group — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

Just two days after increasing the reward for information leading to the identification and arrest of a serial bank robber dubbed the "Time Bandit," the FBI arrested and charged a man Aug. 27 after finding him near southwest suburban Palos Park.

Real world issues for graduates include health insurance

By Tom Wiffler and Richard A. Collins — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

Summer days are dwindling and reality is setting in for recent college graduates. Their focus now must shift from relaxing to reworking resumes and landing that critical first job.

Hospital employees drop off backpacks for kids

Sun staff — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

Adventist Bolingbrook Hospital officials recently dropped off nearly 100 supply-filled school backpacks for students in Valley View School District 365U.

Cub Scout Pack 38 to hold parent meeting

Sun staff — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

Cub Scout Pack 38 of Bolingbrook will hold a parent information meeting from 7 to 8 p.m. Sept. 9 at New Life Lutheran Church, 249 N. Bolingbrook Drive in Bolingbrook.

Local colleges oppose drinking age change

Fri, 29 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

A hundred college presidents from around the country want to drop the drinking age from 21 to 18, but none of them are running schools around here.

McGury named Naperville Parks director

By Hank Beckman Special to The Sun — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

By a 5-2 vote, the Naperville Park District board of commissioners approved Bolingbrook Police Chief Ray McGury � a 20-year veteran of the Naperville Police Department � to fill the position left open by the departed Daniel Betts.

Trial date set for Peterson on gun charges

Thu, 28 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

Drew Peterson�s pending trial might stretch out past two weeks, a judge said Thursday, and that�s only for his gun charges. Judge Richard Schoenstedt set a Dec. 8 date for Peterson�s trial on felony gun charges.

Missing persons group visits Bolingbrook

Thu, 28 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

This week the mayor of Bolingbrook proclaimed Wednesday Abduction Prevention Day, just in time for a national group devoted to missing people to pay a visit. While reading the short statement during Tuesday's village board meeting, Mayor Roger Claar dropped the names of Bolingbrook residents Rachel Mellon Skemp, who vanished in 1996, and Stacy Peterson, who disappeared in October.

State, Lockport ready to reopen Illinois 7 bridge

Thu, 28 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

The Illinois 7 high bridge is expected to be opened by Sunday, the target date of completion for this summer's resurfacing project, according to local announcements. The project apparently is on schedule and going well. At 5 p.m. Sept. 9, the Lockport Chamber of Commerce will host a bridge reopening ceremony.

Health experts warn of rabies vaccine shortage

Submitted Report — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

The limited availability of rabies vaccine nationwide continues to be a public health concern.

Illinois 7 bridge to re-open Sunday

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

The Illinois 7 bridge, or Ninth Street Bridge, over the Des Plaines River in Lockport is expected to be opened by Sunday, the target date of completion for this summer's resurfacing project, according to local announcements.

Woods busy at Dems convention

Tue, 26 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

The Hon. Margie Woods is in Denver. And by 11 a.m. Monday, her second day at her second Democratic National Convention, the superdelegate and Will County Board member from Joliet already had done a lot.

Reward rises to $40K for serial bank robber

Sun-Times News Group — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

On Monday, the FBI increased to $40,000 the reward for information leading to the identification and arrest of a serial bank robber dubbed the �Time Bandit.�

Library distriicts' split going to a judge

Sat, 23 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

A Will County judge on Monday morning will hear people's opinions on a proposed transfer of territory between two the Fountaindale and Des Plaines Valley library districts.

Peterson: Stacy's actions 'vindicate me'

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

Drew Peterson says he knew nothing of the Coal City man his missing wife met for drinks the night before she vanished. "This is the first I heard about it," Peterson said of Mike Kurdenok, a Joliet Junior College classmate of his missing wife, Stacy Peterson.

Local Dems want Biden with Obama

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

It's Joe Biden by a landslide. At least around here. Prominent local Democrats figure the Delaware senator for the heavy favorite to lope alongside Barack Obama during his run for the White House.

Stebic family to 'make noise' on TV show

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

When Plainfield mom Lisa Stebic disappeared in the spring of 2007, her family had a Web site up with vital information a couple days later. One week later, they were being interviewed about her case on national news programs.

Sun Calendar

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

Saturday

New job for Bolingbrook police chief?

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

A familiar face could become the next executive director of the Naperville Park District.

Fun in the sun

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

The 2008 Jubilee in Bolingbrook can be summed up in two words: "Awesome, awesome."

Ready for takeoff

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

It's time to have a blast in Bolingbrook.

The coroner stays

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

The push for a Will County medical examiner is dead.

Community Briefs

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

Lions Club to help fight diabetes

Practice makes perfect

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

Charone Foster was pleasantly surprised when she climbed onto the Valley View School bus with her twins and saw lap-shoulder seat belts during the recent Getting to Know Your Bus Day in Valley View School District 365-U.

Documents discussed in Peterson case

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

Drew Peterson's attorney claims the cops have known all along that his missing wife planned to split while her husband was sleeping and that a classmate advised her to spend only cash to keep from getting found.

Misprinted hospital uniforms become student art smocks

Sun staff — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

Sometimes, a mistake can turn into something special.

Property tax deadline fast approaching

By Paige Winfield pwinfield@scn1.com — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

Property owners in DuPage and Will counties have only two weeks until the second installment of their property taxes are due.

Chorus looking for new members

Sun staff — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

Do you like to sing? If so, the Bolingbrook Community Chorus wants you.

Bolingbrook top cop seeks parks job

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

A familiar face could become the next executive director of the Naperville Park District. Bolingbrook Police Chief - and 20-year veteran of the Naperville Police Department - Ray McGury was among the finalists for the post in December. And on Tuesday night McGury met with the park board in executive session to discuss the post.

JJC tests campus security

By Patrick Ferrell pferrell@scn1.com — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

What would you do if your workplace had a shooter wandering down the hall? Sharon Schroeder waited until the gunman passed her office, and then tried to run for the exit. Schroeder works at Joliet Junior College and participated in the college's first widescale active shooter drill Wednesday.

JJC president's contract extended

By Patrick Ferrell pferrell@scn1.com — Tue, 19 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

JOLIET -- The president of Joliet Junior College is sticking around for at least another three years.

Valley View takes lead with belts on buses

Tue, 19 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

Charone Foster was pleasantly surprised Monday when she climbed onto the Valley View School bus with her twins and saw lap-shoulder seat belts during Getting to Know Your Bus Day. "I'm really happy to see those seat belts. It makes me feel more at ease to let your kids get on the bus because it's a safer ride," Foster said.

County officials nix vote on medical examiner

Mon, 18 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

After a nearly two-hour special meeting Monday, a Will County Board Committee of the Whole rejected the idea of a vote at Thursday's regular board meeting to put the medical examiner issue to a referendum. The issue has gained momentum because of the disappearance of Drew Peterson's fourth wife and the reclassification of his third wife's death from accidental to homicide.

It's time again to measure house values

Sun, 17 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

When the notice announcing the latest assessment -- or approximate price -- of your home arrives in your mailbox this week, give it a good look. It's different this year.

Stars come out to play

Fri, 15 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

If you think you spotted a celebrity or two around Bolingbrook this week, you aren't alone.

Hassert to hold town hall meetings

Sun staff — Fri, 15 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

State Rep. Brent Hassert (R-Romeoville) has announced that he will hold two upcoming town hall meetings in the Bolingbrook area.

Party on

Sun staff — Fri, 15 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

It's time to party, Bolingbrook.

Community Briefs

Fri, 15 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

Kids fishing derby set for Sept. 13

From quarry to lake

Fri, 15 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

Whalon Lake - the Bolingbrook area's newest forest preserve - was packed to the gills by nature lovers, boating enthusiasts and fisherman Aug. 9 for its grand opening.

Hospital opens sleep center

Sun staff — Fri, 15 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

People who have problems sleeping have a new option for help in Bolingbrook.

Auditions set for new Bolingbrook play

Sun staff — Fri, 15 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

Bolingbrook's Theatre-on-the-Hill group will soon conduct open auditions for "City of Angels," 1989's Tony Award-winning musical.

New Valley View school leaders introduced

By R.L. Anderson Special to The Sun — Fri, 15 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

Eight new leaders in Valley View School District 365-U were introduced to the board this week by Assistant Superintendent Chris Israelson.

Parade to celebrate Bolingbrook's history

Sun-Times News Group — Fri, 15 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

If you love a parade, get ready to mark your calendar.

Romeoville couple's deaths stun neighborhood

Staff report — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

The deaths of a local couple have shaken a quiet Romeoville neighborhood. Police and the Will County Coroner�s office are investigating the deaths of Diana Chvoy, 59, and Andrew Chvoy, 62, whose bodies were found in their home in the 1000 block of San Mateo Drive Wednesday night. Both died from single gunshot wounds to their heads, according to an autopsy report.

Man kills self walking in front of Metra train

Sun-Times News Group — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

About 1,400 commuters on a Metra express train from Naperville to Chicago were delayed for two hours this morning after a man walked in front of the train in an apparent suicide attempt, police said.

Rain barrels help save water

FROM SUBMITTED REPORTS — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

The village of Romeoville's Green Team is introducing a new rain barrel program to promote water conservation. Rain barrels are a simple, efficient, low-cost method for homeowners to collect and recycle water.

Parade to celebrate village's history

FROM STAFF REPORTS — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

The Bolingbrook Pathway Parade will be at 2 p.m. Sept. 14. This year's theme is "Bolingbrook: From Cornfields to Emerald City."

New Plainfield East brings a boost to community

Wed, 13 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

Being a part of a new school is something of a rarity in Lizbeth Villegas' experience. She has a significant investment in the new, $62 million Plainfield East High School. Her sons will attend the school, as well as her 4-year-old sister daughter, who is enrolled in the preschool there.

Whalon Lake welcomes lovers of the outdoors

Sun, 10 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

Whalon Lake was packed to the gills by nature lovers, boating enthusiasts and fishermen for its grand opening Saturday. The 80-acre lake occupies a former quarry of the Elmhust-Chicago Stone Company near Royce and Lisson Roads, land the Forest Preserve District of Will County began purchasing in 1992.

Bolingbrook woman fatally struck by Metra train

Sun-Times News Group — Fri, 8 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

A Bolingbrook woman was killed Friday morning when she was struck by a Metra train in at a west suburban station.

Sun Calendar

Fri, 8 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

Saturday

Bolingbrook's days of Jubilee almost here

Sun staff — Fri, 8 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

The Bolingbrook Jubilee, the village's big summer festival, is just around the corner.

Stars ready to shine

Sun staff — Fri, 8 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

Once again, the stars will be coming to Bolingbrook to play in the Tom Dreesen Celebrity Invitational benefiting the United Way of Will County.

Whalon Lake grand opening this weekend

Fri, 8 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

A grand opening event is set for Aug. 9 at Whalon Lake, a Forest Preserve District of Will County property located on Royce Road between Bolingbrook and Naperville.

Set to stun

Fri, 8 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

Bolingbrook police will test the use of Tasers this fall, according to Police Chief Ray McGury.

Community Briefs

Fri, 8 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

Youth opinions are sought by library

Schools get tough on residency

Fri, 8 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

Students who register for classes in Valley View School District 365-U this year will have to go to greater lengths to prove they live there.

Police nab 3 in truck stop marijuana bust

By Jennifer Golz jgolz@scn1.com — Fri, 8 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

Three California men remain held on $2.5 million bond each after being arrested with more than a half-ton of marijuana in their semitrailer at a Bolingbrook truck stop.

'It was pretty scary'

Fri, 8 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

First Kristy Osborn's dog was acting really strange, then the sky went black and she saw the funnel cloud outside her Bolingbrook home.

Local men place in flying world championship

Sun staff — Fri, 8 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

When Naperville's Jeff Walter and Bolingbrook's Richard Burnowski left for the F3J flying world championships in late June, they expected the U.S. team to place well.

ComEd still working to restore power

STNG Wire — Thu, 7 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

UPDATE: Three days after a series of severe storms ripped across the area, more than 5,000 customers remain without electricity in the Chicago area, along with some 16,000 in northwest Indiana.

Will Co. leads the way in exporting workers, traffic

Tue, 5 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

Will County is exporting a bigger percentage of its workers and traffic than any other county in the Chicagoland area, according to a report released today by the Metropolitan Planning Council. Overall the report shows congestion in the Chicagoland area cost more than $7 billion annually.

Lightning sparks fire in Woodridge home

STNG Wire — Tue, 5 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

A lightning bolt sparked a fire in a two-story home Monday night in Woodridge. About 8:04 p.m., a fire was reported in a single-family home at 8210 Lemont Road d. in Woodridge

Firefighters douse Plainfield blaze

Fri, 1 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

An accidental fire caused massive damage to a house in Harvest Glen subdivision in Plainfield Monday afternoon.

Sun Calendar

Fri, 1 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

Friday

Kitchen is closed

Fri, 1 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

It happened without warning. On July 28, it was business as usual at Bennigan's restaurants around the country.

Having a ball

Fri, 1 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

The historic cricket match in Bolingbrook seemed the perfect lure to attract the Olympics to Chicago in 2016, as India XI played Pakistan XI in a demonstration match.

Police: Man robs gas station third time, walks home

Fri, 1 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

Bolingbrook police say a man has robbed a gas station within sight of his residence three times over the past year.

Community Briefs

Fri, 1 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

Special event at Whalon Lake

Fox Valley Publications names editors

Sun staff — Fri, 1 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

Fox Valley Publications has named two senior editors to help the newspaper group restructure, as it explores new ways to tell stories and deliver local information both in print and online.

Bolingbrook conference to address safety at schools

Fri, 1 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

Lt. Col. Dave Grossman, one of the world's foremost experts in the field of human aggression and the roots of violent crime, will be one of the keynote speakers at Valley View School District's School Safety Conference in Bolingbrook.

The charge stands

Fri, 1 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

Drew Peterson's rifle wasn't legal, a judge ruled July 30.

Bolingbrook man accused of stealing DVDs

By Jennifer Golz jgolz@scn1.com — Fri, 1 Aug 2008 04:00 CST

Three months after being paroled from prison, a Bolingbrook man is accused of stealing DVDs yet again.