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The Southland's top stories for Thursday, Feb. 9.
The Southland's top stories for Thursday, Feb. 9. (Mary Compton/Patch)

Miss a day, miss a lot. Let's get all caught up with the Top Southland Stories for Thursday, Feb. 9.

Probe Into Will Co. Deputy's Actions At Mokena School Not Yet Complete

Edward Goewey remains on leave amid an investigation into his disturbing the peace at St. Mary's Catholic School.


Homewood Walmart To Close Permanently

Homewood's Walmart location will close by mid-March, the chain told village officials Wednesday.

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Manhattan's K-9 Cop Scores First, 'Major' Drug Bust

K-9 officer Apollo helped Illinois State Police seize more than 500 pounds of cannabis, police said in a release.


Orland Park Village Manager A Finalist For Wisconsin Spot

Orland Park's Village Manager George Koczwara is one of four finalists for a city manager role in Wisconsin, a radio station there reports.

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Frankfort's Allegretti Savors Journey, Third Super Bowl Experience

Former Lincoln-Way East star Nick Allegretti is eyeing his second Super Bowl title in four years and says he takes nothing for granted.


Danny Golden Honorary Grand Marshal Of Archer Ave. St. Patrick Parade

Archer Avenue St. Patrick's Parade steps off Saturday, March 11, on Chicago's South Side.


Running O' The Green 8K Race Date Changed

The race has been pushed back a week, the park district said in a release.


CPS Holds Job Fair For Paraprofessionals, Substitute Teachers

Chicago Public Schools will host a job fair Wednesday, Feb. 15, for paraprofessional and substitute teacher candidates at Smith Park.


Oak Forest 'Church Ladies' Ready For Your Pierogi Orders For Easter

The self-proclaimed "church ladies" await your orders. Pre-order is required. Deadline is March 17.


Oak Forest PD Giving Out Steering Wheel Locks to Hyundai Owners

The police department will distribute steering wheel locks that have been donated by Hyundai.


Nolan Sexton Tops 1,000 Career Points For EPCHS Mustangs Basketball

Only a junior, the Mustangs star reached the milestone during a Jan. 27 home game against Hillcrest.


Capuano Classic 4 on 4 Hockey Tournament Signing Up Teams of 12

The second annual Capuano Classic gets underway Feb. 25 and Feb. 26 at the Daniel V. Capuano Ice Rink in Evergreen Park.


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