Week in Review: Lemont Featured in MTV Special, Heart Screening Event a Success at LHS

Monday, March 5

Following the successful run of its annual "Penny Jars" program, Lemont Rotarians will reward Lemon Tree customers with random gift certificates each weekday March 5-30.

The Illinois Senate Energy Committee unanimously approved a resolution March 1 that declares the state's support for Argonne's bid to house an innovative energy storage and research facility.

Officer Joe Kurzawa will take a dip in Joliet's chilly Leisure Lake on Saturday to raise money for the Law Enforcement Torch Run Polar Plunge, which raises money for Special Olympics Illinois.

Tuesday, March 6

Check out our election hub for candidate profiles, news stories, and information on Illinois' newly drawn congressional and legislative districts.

In a clip from "Demi Lovato: Stay Strong," the pop star recounts her first meal at the Lemont treatment facility and what it was like to spend New Year's Eve in rehab.

Radogno announced her support for Durkin, who is seeking re-election in the 82nd District.

The popular WGN/CLTV show film at the downtown Lemont delicatessen Friday, highlighting the homemade chicken noodle soup and chicken salad.

Wednesday, March 7

Mayor Brian Reaves outlined the village's plans for economic development Wednesday during the ninth annual luncheon at Ruffled Feathers.

While Lemont Emergency Management Director Tom Ballard spent five days in Harrisburg assisting in cleanup efforts, Community Christian Church recently started a collection drive.

The organization will host its second annual charity basketball game Saturday, followed by March Madness Night at Front Street Cantina on Friday, March 16.

Szymon Krzeptowski-Mucha will compete at the Illinois Drafting Educators Association's state competition next month after earning first-place honors at the regional event.

In a new weekly series, Patch asks readers how they would fill empty storefronts around Lemont.

Thursday, March 8

Early voting for the Illinois primary continues through March 15 at 42 suburban Cook County locations.

The Metra line went from having a 75-percent on-time rate in December to being on time 99 percent of the time in February.

Friday, March 9

More than 100 volunteers assisted the Midwest Heart Foundation last week as they provided cardiac screenings for nearly 800 Lemont High School students.

The following arrest information was supplied by the Lemont Police Department for arrests made Feb. 20-26. It does not indicate a conviction.

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Sunday, March 11

The Lemont Park District facility is the most-loved place for a good workout.

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