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How to Watch Obama's 2013 Presidential Inauguration
How to watch President Barack Obama's 2013 inauguration online and on television.
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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Valley View Schools to Launch “Pay It Forward 365”
Acts of kindness will be visible throughout the Valley View School District 365U during the week of Feb. 4.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
How to Watch Obama's 2013 Presidential Inauguration
How to watch President Barack Obama's 2013 inauguration online and on television.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Martin Luther King Jr. Day: What's Open, What's Closed in Bolingbrook
Federal offices, schools and other institutions will be closed Monday, Jan. 21, in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
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'American Idol' Sends Naperville Resident, Benet Student to Hollywood
After auditioning in Chicago, Benet Academy junior Alex Oechsel makes it to the next round in Fox's 'American Idol.'
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Adventist Bolingbrook Hospital Restricting Visitors Due to Flu Concerns
The restrictions detailed below are also being put in place at Adventist Hinsdale Hospital, Adventist La Grange Memorial Hospital and Adventist GlenOaks Hospital.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Martin Luther King Jr. Day: What's Open, What's Closed in Bolingbrook
Federal offices, schools and other institutions will be closed Monday, Jan. 21, in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Teen Robbed of Clothes Off His Back at Gunpoint
Three people, including one with a handgun, forced a 15-year-old onto the ground during the afternoon of Jan. 8.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Woman Attacks Man with Box Cutter, Batters Police Officer: Bolingbrook Police
The box cutter attack took place Tuesday on the street at Rockhurt Road and Bedford Road in Bolingbrook.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Martin Luther King Jr. Day: What's Open, What's Closed in Bolingbrook
Federal offices, schools and other institutions will be closed Monday, Jan. 21, in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Watch Martin Luther King Jr. Documentaries at Fountaindale Public Library Monday
Stop by Fountaindale Public Library from noon to 8 p.m. for several documentaries about Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and the Civil Rights Movement.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
2013 State of the Village: Bolingbrook Mayor Roger Claar Talks Business
Bolingbrook Mayor Roger Claar was the featured speaker at the annual State of the Village, hosted by the Bolingbrook Area Chamber of Commerce.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Bolingbrook State of the Village Ticket Sales to Benefit Local Charity
Two charities with Bolingbrook ties will receive donations following Thursday's 2013 State of the Village luncheon.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
American Idol Sends Downers Grove South Grad to Hollywood
Downers Grove South grad Mariah Pulice touched judges Mariah Carey and Nicki Minaj with her beautiful voice and moving story.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Bolingbrook Lady Raiders Dominate Against Joliet, Lincoln-Way
After a close call against Homewood-Flossmoor, the Bolingbrook High School Lady Raiders have posted three wins against Joliet West, Joliet Central and Lincoln-Way East.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Basketball: Lady Raiders Almost Lose Year-Long Conference Win Streak
The Bolingbrook High School Lady Raiders nearly lost its win streak in the SouthWest Suburban Blue conference with a close call against Homewood-Flossmoor.
Melissa Sersland, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Meet the Candidates: Bolingbrook April Election 2013
See who's running for the Valley View school board, Village of Bolingbrook trustees, DuPage Township positions and more.
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Bolingbrook High School Teachers to Present at Illinois State Conference
Two Bolingbrook High School teachers have been selected to present at the Illinois State University Connections Conference March 13 and 14.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Bolingbrook High School Tournament of Dreams Speech Competition is Jan. 19
The Bolingbrook High School speech team will host the fifth annual Tournament of Dreams Saturday.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Bolingbrook High School PTA Holds Chili's Fundraiser through Jan. 31
Chili's Restaurant will donate 10 percent of proceeds to the Bolingbrook High School PTA.
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