Amanda Luevano, Patch Staff
- Lemont, IL
Amanda came to Patch in June 2010 after graduating from Northwestern University with a bachelor's degree in journalism. She launched Lemont Patch in 2010, and covered the community for two years before moving to Downers Grove in August 2012.
Prior to Patch, Amanda wrote for her college newspaper, The Daily Northwestern, covering city council and education. In 2009, Amanda spent three months interning at the Orange County Register in California. Despite the large market, it was here that she learned the ins and outs of community reporting. After returning to Illinois in June 2009, Amanda immediately started working as an editorial intern in the DuPage County office of the Daily Herald. During her senior year at Northwestern, she spent six months investigating a possible wrongful conviction case with the Medill Innocence Project.
Posting Activity
Lemont|News|
Best of Craigslist: Large Waving Santa; $250 Bottle of Beer
Check out some of the most interesting posts we found for the DuPage County area this week.
Downers Grove, IL|News|
OMG PD: Drunken Damage, Leaping Law Breaker
Here's a round-up of recent, bizarre police report items from the area.
Lemont|News|
OMG PD: Drunken Damage, Leaping Law Breaker
Here's a round-up of recent, bizarre police report items from the area.
Downers Grove, IL|News|
Consider It Done to Close Its Doors Saturday
The whimsical downtown Downers Grove gift shop, located at 5133 Main St., has been open since 2000.
Downers Grove, IL|News|
Plans for New Downers Grove Starbucks Head to Village Council
The Downers Grove Plan Commission on Monday gave preliminary approval to build a new Starbucks at 1149 Ogden Ave.
Lemont|News|
Steve Grand's Hit 'All-American Boy' Now Available on iTunes
The Lemont native's first single, a gay-themed love song, became an overnight hit on YouTube last month.
Downers Grove, IL|News|
Downers Grove Plan Commission OKs Senior Living Facility
Plans to build a sheltered care facility for seniors at 4200 Lacey Road will go before the Downers Grove Village Council in September.
Downers Grove, IL|News|
Style Studio Kicks Off Drive for Sharing Connections Furniture Bank
The Downers Grove boutique is collecting personal care items and cleaning products now through Aug. 31.
Lemont|News|
Lemont Park District Celebrates Reopening of Virginia Reed Park
Lemont's beloved "Train Park" was rededicated by park district officials Tuesday night.
Downers Grove, IL|News|
NASA Predicts Spectacular Meteor Shower Next Week
New research by NASA has identified the Perseid meteor shower, which peaks on Aug. 12 and 13 and promises to produce more fireballs than any other.
Lemont|News|
NASA Predicts Spectacular Meteor Shower Next Week
New research by NASA has identified the Perseid meteor shower, which peaks on Aug. 12 and 13 and promises to produce more fireballs than any other.
Lemont|News|
Lemont Police to Host Seventh Annual 'Kops-n-Kidz Day' Saturday
The free event will kick off at 9:45 a.m. with a bike parade, and continue with children's activities, lunch and entertainment at Centennial Park.
Lemont|News|
Lemont Park District Hosts 'Pack the Park' at Covington North
Also on Thursday: A library open house for Lemont area teachers.
Downers Grove, IL|News|
Downers Grove Recognized for Distinguished Budget
The village was recently honored by the Government Finance Officers Association with a "Distinguished Budget" award for its 2013 Municipal Budget document.
Lemont|News|
'Be the Match' Donor Drive Set for Wednesday in Lemont
Lemont resident Paul Orednick will meet his stem cell donor during the drive, which will take place from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. during the Lemont Legends Car Show.
Lemont|News|
Should Schools Foot the Bill for Insurance for Student-Athletes?
Gov. Pat Quinn signed a bill Sunday requiring Illinois schools to insure student-athletes who are injured in school sports. Do you think this is the right thing to do?
Downers Grove, IL|News|
Should Schools Foot the Bill for Insurance for Student-Athletes?
Gov. Pat Quinn signed a bill Sunday requiring Illinois schools to insure student-athletes who are injured in school sports. Do you think this is the right thing to do?
Lemont|News|
District 113A Board to Consider Tentative Budget Wednesday
The District 113A Board of Education will hold a special meeting at 7 p.m. Wednesday at Old Quarry Middle School.
