Romeoville, IL|News|
Early Voting Begins March 17 At Romeoville Village Hall
The consolidated election is April 1.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
- Lemont, IL
I cover the south/southwest suburbs of Chicago, including Lemont, Homer Glen, Lockport, Frankfort, Bolingbrook and Romeoville. I have a passion for local news and love to delve into each town's issues and community.
If you'd like to contact me, feel free to email me at andrea.earnest@patch.com.
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Lemont|News|
Dollar Tree Coming To Former CVS Building In Lemont
This will be the second Dollar Tree location in Lemont.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
New Dunkin' Under Construction In Homer Glen
The new location should open in a few months.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Frankfort, IL|News|
Frankfort Police Department Introduces New K-9 Officer in Training
Pax is a Labrador Retriever, and is currently in an intensive training program focused on tracking and narcotics detection.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Lemont|News|
Old Quarry Cheerleading Earns Sixth State Cheer Championship
Old Quarry won the State Championship with a score of 96.75.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
Snow, Freezing Rain This Weekend Before Bitter Cold For Chicago Area
Several rounds of wintry precipitation are possible throughout the weekend.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Homer Junior High 8th Grade Boys Basketball Heads To State Tournament
The team, which is 18-6, will face Rockford's Eisenhower (25-0).
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Lockport Restaurant Week Kicks Off Feb. 24
According to the city, the two-week event will celebrate "the diverse flavors of Lockport's vibrant restaurant scene."
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Frankfort, IL|News|
Early Voting Begins March 17 At Frankfort Library, Village Hall
The consolidated election is April 1.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
'Valenteens' Celebrate Valentine's Day On Sunday At The Promenade
An event for "Valentots" also starts Friday at the Promenade Bolingbrook.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
Latest Timeline For Snow As Winter Weather Advisory Issued In IL
Snow is expected to start between 7 and 9 a.m. on Wednesday, and end as late as midnight.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Frankfort, IL|News|
Winter Weather On Wednesday: E-Learning Day For D161, D157-C
The National Weather Service said the heaviest snow will be between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. on Wednesday.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Romeoville, IL|News|
Romeoville High School Band Presents Festival Night Concert
The concert, called "For Those Who Continue to Rise," will be held Saturday at RHS.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Winter Weather On Wednesday: Early Release For District 33C, LTHS
The National Weather Service said the heaviest snow will be between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. on Wednesday.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Lemont|News|
Lemont Awards Contract For Crosswalk At 127th, Rolling Meadows Drive
The Village received seven bids for the project, and approved the low bid from Gallagher Asphalt Corporation for a cost of $122,075.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Valley View Educational Enrichment Foundation Plans Annual Fundraiser
The Wild West-themed event will be held on March 7.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Lemont|News|
Lemont Swears In 2 New Police Officers
Officers Rodrigo Morna Freitas and Ryan O'Reilly took their oaths of office at Monday's Board meeting.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
Winter Storm Watch Issued: 6 Inches Of Snow Possible For Chicago Area
Hazardous travel conditions, especially during the Wednesday afternoon and evening commute, are likely.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Early Voting Begins March 17 At Fountaindale Library
The consolidated election is April 1.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Romeoville, IL|News|
'Coffee With Cappel' Planned In Romeoville
The free event will be held Tuesday from 10 a.m. to noon at the Tasty Waffle, at 642 S. Weber Road in Romeoville.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
