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Missing Girl Found In IL | 'We Need Your Help', Brewery Pleads | Grocer Chain Sold After 88 Years

ALSO: 20 yrs for 'hail of bullets' | What happened to Kelly Staples | Firefighter hurt | Cop charged in gun scheme | Drive-thru flu shots

The Southland's top stories for Thursday, Sept. 26.
The Southland's top stories for Thursday, Sept. 26. (Mary Compton/Patch)

Miss a day, miss a lot. Catch up on the Southland's top stories for Thursday, Sept. 25.


Missing NY Girl, 13, Found In Illinois Apartment With 2 Men In U.S. Illegally: Feds

The 13-year-old girl was reported missing Sept. 11 in Rochester, New York.


'We Can't Do This Without You': Tinley's Banging Gavel Owners Issue Plea For Support Amid Slump

The brewery and restaurant in downtown Tinley Park faced an unusually slow summer, and they need the community to rally for them.

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Walt's Food Centers To Be Sold To Berkot's Super Foods, Company Tells Employees

The sale is expected to be complete by late-October or early-November. Walt's has been in operation for 88 years, the company said.


Dolton Man, 27, Gets 20 Years For 'Letting Loose A Hail Of Bullets' In Parking Lot: US Atty

The man pleaded guilty to gun charges earlier this year. He was sentenced last week.

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Where Is Kelly Juanita Staples? 6-Year-Old Disappeared In 1980 While Walking To School

The Cook County Sheriff's SVU is focusing attention on the 45-year-old unresolved case of Kelly Staples, who disappeared Jan. 8, 1980.


Firefighter Injured In House Fire, Homeowner Displaced: Orland Fire

The fire happened Tuesday afternoon in the 11500 block of 113th Avenue.


1 Detained After Search For Man Who Fled Traffic Stop: Flossmoor Police

"There is no longer a police search in the Flossmoor Park neighborhood," according to the update. "A follow-up investigation continues."


Chicago Cop Used Status To Buy Guns For Acquaintance Who Smuggled Them To Mexico: U.S. Attorney

The Chicago police officer used his status to buy the guns for another man who had handpicked them and paid the officer to buy them.


Sneak Peek: Scenes From L-W D210's 'Guys And Dolls,' Tickets Still Available

Students from all Lincoln-Way D210 schools have collaborated in the "Guys and Dolls" shows set for Sept. 26–28 at Lincoln-Way East.


Pannenkoek, Shops, Dancing And More Highlight 29th Annual Elim Dutch Festival

Elim Christian Services Dutch Festival offers cuisine, Dutch shops, dancing, children's activities and culture Saturday, Sept. 27.


Drive-Thru Flu Shot Clinic Coming To New Lenox Commons

Flu shots, updated COVID and RSV vaccines will be available Saturday, Oct. 4.


'Cornerstone Of Lemont Community' Needs Your Help: Historical Society Launches Save Our Steeple Campaign

The steeple and unique spire have stood tall over Lemont since 1861, but they're in dire need of repairs.


Oak Forest Officials, Developer Break Ground On Senior Housing Complex

Carefree Village Housing is estimated to be complete within 18 months, officials said.


Jack O' Lantern World Returns To Lemont

The pumpkin wonderland returns to The Forge: Lemont Quarries, starting Oct. 2.


Fort Frankfort Construction Finishing By End Of October

The two playground structures will soon be assembled.


Hickory Creek Softball Wins IESA State Championship

Hickory Creek defeated Washington Central in the championship game.


Tickets On Sale For Latin Grammy Winning Singer Nella Concert At Moraine Valley

Expressive Latin Grammy Award-winning singer Nella will perform Sunday, Oct. 11 at Moraine Valley Community College.

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