Romeoville, IL|News|
Romeoville HS Band Boosters Shake-the-Can Fundraiser is Saturday
Volunteers will be at four roadway locations this weekend to raise money for the Romeoville High School Band Boosters.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
- Plainfield, IL
I grew up in Darien and graduated from Downers Grove South in 2006.
I became a journalist because I love to learn new things and connect with new people.
I graduated from Northwestern University in 2010 with a bachelor's and master's degree in journalism.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Human Remains Found in Woodridge Identified: DuPage County Coroner
Two children discovered the remains while walking in a wooded area March 30.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Photo Gallery: 2013 Bolingbrook High School Prom Night
Upload your photos to Bolingbrook High School's 2013 prom "Midnight in Paris." The event is Friday at the Bolingbrook Golf Club.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Bolingbrook Prom Guide: Have Fun, Stay Safe on Prom Night
Police: Parents shouldn't relax curfew rules on Bolingbrook teens' big night.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Bolingbrook Residents Petition for Covered Recycling Bins
A Bolingbrook resident hopes to collect 1,000 signatures to replace the village's uncovered recycling bins with covered bins.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Off-Track Betting Parlor Opens in Bolingbrook at McQ's Sports Dome
The Bolingbrook Area Chamber of commerce will host a ribbon cutting for the off-track betting parlor Monday.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Romeoville, IL|News|
Plainfield, Valley View High Schools Left Off U.S. News 'Best in State' List
None of the four high schools in Plainfield nor the two in Valley View School District 365U made the annual list published by U.S. News and World Report.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Valley View, Plainfield High Schools Left Off U.S. News 'Best in State' List
None of the four high schools in Plainfield nor the two in Valley View School District 365U made the annual list published by U.S. News and World Report.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Bolingbrook Police to Hold Prescription Drug Take Back Saturday
Drop off unused prescription drugs at the Bolingbrook police department.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Photographer Chronicles Flooding of Weber Road in Bolingbrook
Christine Jackson Soto shares photos and her observations near the flooded Weber Road bridge last week.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Weed Trimmers, Blowers Stolen from Trailer: Bolingbrook Police Blotter
Theft from unlocked car, resisting a peace officer and more in the Bolingbrook police blotter of April 16-17.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Armed Man in 'Large Group Fight' Arrested: Bolingbrook Police Blotter
Burglary at Bolingbrook business, disorderly conduct and more in the Bolingbrook police blotter of April 14-15.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
TV's, Envelope of Cash Stolen from Bolingbrook Home: Police Blotter
Residential burglary, aggravated assault and more in the Bolingbrook police blotter of April 11-13.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Valley View's Last Day of School Pushed to June 5
After classes were canceled last week due to flooding, the last day of school for Valley View schools has been pushed back.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Thief Steals $5,000 in Oil Paints: Bolingbrook Police
Someone recently stole a "large number of oil paints" from Hobby Lobby, according to police.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Playground Equipment Damaged, Stolen Pills: Bolingbrook Police Blotter
Residential burglary, DUI and more in the Bolingbrook police blotter of April 8-10.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Dog Collar, Perfume and Batteries Stolen from Car: Bolingbrook Police Blotter
Wallet stolen from bathroom, theft from Macy's and more in the Bolingbrook police blotter of April 6-7.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
$21,600 in Cash, Diamond Ring Stolen from Safe: Bolingbrook Police Blotter
Cell phones stolen from hotel room, video games stolen from Meijer and more in the Bolingbrook police blotter of April 5.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Naperville 2013 Ribfest Tickets Now On Sale
This year's Ribfest will take place Wednesday, July 3 through 7 in Naperville's Knoch Park.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Photo of Bolingbrook Animal Control Evacuation Reunites Dog and Owner
A Patch reader found her dog, who had been missing for months, after spotting a photo of him on a boat Thursday.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
