Oak Forest, IL|News|
What's Hot From Redbox: Sept. 15-21
Check out what's dropping out of Redbox kiosks in Oak Forest most this week.
Jeff Graveline, Patch Staff
Jeff Graveline, Patch Staff
- Mokena, IL
Jeff Graveline is a contributor to Patch. Previously, he worked at 22nd Century Media.
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Oak Lawn, IL|News|
FOOTBALL: Richards Downs Oak Lawn in Crosstown Clash, 18-7
The Bulldogs ground game and stout redzone defense prove to be too much for the Spartans at Oak Lawn Community High School.
Jeff Graveline, Patch Staff
Lemont, IL|News|
Lemont Indians Battle Oak Forest Bengals Friday Night
The Indians will meet the Bengals on the gridiron Friday night in a Homecoming showdown at Oak Forest. Patch previews the South Suburban Blue match.
Jeff Graveline, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|News|
Tips to Keep Your Furnace in Tip-Top Shape
Ken Ahrens from King Heating and Air Conditioning shares a few tips and tricks to ensure your home is nice and toasty this winter, thanks to a properly working furnace.
Jeff Graveline, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|News|
Pit Bull Bites, Scratches Child: How Does OFPD Handle It?
After two separate incidents involving pit bulls in Oak Forest this month, Patch asked the Oak Forest Police Department to shed some light on their animal procedures.
Jeff Graveline, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|News|
Help Acorn Public Library Win $5,000 from LEGO
The Lego Duplo contest, 'Read! Build! Play!' runs from now until Oct. 1, with the top spot getting $5,000 and 200 runners-up receiving early literacy tool kits.
Jeff Graveline, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|News|
OFHS Homecoming Makes for 'Super' Week
It's homecoming week at Oak Forest High School and all four classes took to the halls to show their school spirit. Each class decorated a hall in a superhero theme to kick off the week and rally school spirit.
Jeff Graveline, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|News|
D228 Teachers Set with New Contract
Negotiations began in March of this year and dragged until early August, but the JFA and Bremen School District 228 contract was approved by the Board of Education Sept. 18. The three-year contract goes into effect immediately.
Jeff Graveline, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|News|
ARREST WARRANTS: Wanted in Oak Forest
There are warrants out for the arrest of more than 70 accused criminals in Oak Forest. Today, Patch spotlights a few.
Jeff Graveline, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|News|
Pit Bull Bites Yorkie: Midlothian Police Blotter
Midlothian Police Reports, Sept. 12–18
Jeff Graveline, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|News|
'Wii Need to Talk' about Stolen Games: Police Blotter
Oak Forest Police blotter, Sept. 15–16
Jeff Graveline, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|News|
On Your Marks, Get Set, Go! Damian Dash Coming Soon
St. Damian school is hosting its first-ever Damian Dash 5k, on Saturday, Oct. 13. The event is open to all residents, including St. Damian students, who are already training for the race.
Jeff Graveline, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|News|
Firefighter Combat Challenge Leaves Participants, Crowd Breathless
Day one of the Scott National Firefighters Combat Challenge kicked off the competition portion of the event, with solo firefighters hitting the course.
Jeff Graveline, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|News|
OF Farmers Market: Just a Few Weeks Left
The Oak Forest Park District's Farmers Market is coming to a close on Tuesday, Oct. 2. So hustle over to the market on Tuesdays, from 3 to 7 p.m. to grab fresh veggies, veggies and crafts while you can.
Jeff Graveline, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|News|
Man Curses Out Cops, Urinates on Cell Door: Police Blotter
Oak Forest Police Reports, Sept. 5–14
Jeff Graveline, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|News|
Two New Names Slated for Oak Forest High School Wall of Fame
Tom Inczauskis, class of 1987, and Karen Stack Umlauf, class of 1979, will be inducted into the Oak Forest Wall of Fame on Thursday, Sept. 20. The two were nominated for their outstanding careers as a golf coach and basketball administration, respective
Jeff Graveline, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|News|
Help Your School Win $150,000 From U.S. Cellular
Oak Forest schools are eligible for a grand prize of $150,000 in U.S. Cellular "Calling All Communities" contest.
Jeff Graveline, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|News|
Firefighter Combat Challenge Leaves Participants, Crowd Breathless
Day 1 of the Scott National Firefighters Combat Challenge kicked off the competition portion of the event, with solo firefighters hitting the course.
Jeff Graveline, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|News|
What Should Go Here? Vacant Space in the Oak Forest Commons
This week, Patch highlights a vacant storefront in the Oak Forest Commons. The location is next to Papa John's Pizza and shares a parking lot with Food 4 Less.
Jeff Graveline, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|News|
ARREST WARRANTS: Wanted in Oak Forest
There are warrants out for the arrest of more than 60 accused criminals in Oak Forest. Today, Patch spotlights a few.
Jeff Graveline, Patch Staff