Elmhurst|News|
Jumpstart Your Year with No Joining Fee at Courts Plus
New members will enjoy no joining fee when they sign-up between Jan. 2 and 15.
Morgan Searles, Patch Staff
Morgan Searles, Patch Staff
- Elmhurst, IL
Hey there! I'm a graduate of Louisiana State University's Manship School of Mass Communication, where I studied print journalism, business and photography. I've worked as a reporter in Baton Rouge, LA, Sacramento, CA and New York City. I'll be keeping an eye on some of Chicago's western suburbs and Oak Lawn. If you see me out and about carrying my Patch tote bag, be sure to say hello. Let me know what you'd like to see more stories about in your community. Email news tips to morgan.searles@patch.com.
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Elmhurst|News|
Bike Racks Become Art at Playground for Everyone
The bike rack design symbolizes the idea that all children are welcome to play.
Morgan Searles, Patch Staff
Woodridge, IL|News|
Downers Grove Junior Woman's Club to Host Mother and Son Gym Jam
The registration deadline is Jan. 4.
Morgan Searles, Patch Staff
Western Springs, IL|News|
Willowbrook Staff Trained to Help Bobcat Undergo Annual Exam
Willowbrook staff underwent animal training at the Shedd Aquarium that has resulted in positive outcomes for the animal and his trainers.
Morgan Searles, Patch Staff
Oak Park-River Forest, IL|News|
Rep. Lilly Seeks Input to Help Develop Legislative Agenda
The 2016 General Assembly begins next month.
Morgan Searles, Patch Staff
Elmhurst|News|
Wow House! Library, Sun Room, Wet Bar, Pergola
This 5 bed, 4 bath home has 3,570 square feet.
Morgan Searles, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|News|
Hinsdale Police Conducting Holiday DUI Enforcement
Police remind drivers to buckle up and drive sober.
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Downers Grove, IL|News|
New eMagazines Available Free at the Downers Grove Library
Take your favorite magazines with you wherever you go.
Morgan Searles, Patch Staff
Elmhurst|News|
Villa Park Police Help Santa Deliver Presents to Families
Villa Park police escorted Santa to drop off toys, clothes and other presents for seven local families.
Morgan Searles, Patch Staff
Elmhurst|News|
Which Holiday Decorations Can Be Recycled?
Holiday decorations and wrappings pose questions about what can be recycled and how to reuse non-recyclable materials.
Morgan Searles, Patch Staff
Downers Grove, IL|News|
DGN Alumna Plays Young Joan Crawford, Learns Puppeteering in 'Christmas Dearest' Musical
Alexa Castelvecchi landed her first professional role in "Christmas Dearest" from Hell in a Handbag Productions.
Morgan Searles, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|News|
Holiday Hours: Jewel, Whole Foods, Mariano's, Aldi, Walmart
When will grocery stores close for Christmas?
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Elmhurst|News|
Holiday Hours: Mariano's, Jewel, Whole Foods, Walmart
When will grocery stores around Elmhurst close for the holidays?
Morgan Searles, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|News|
Year in Review 2015: Top 10 Stories on Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills Patch
A home invasion, a Batman pool and skipping prom to help homeless were among this year's most read stories.
Morgan Searles, Patch Staff
Downers Grove, IL|News|
Year in Review 2015: Top 10 Stories on Downers Grove Patch
A monster Big Mac, "The Curse of Downers Grove" and a local man arrested for a shooting were among this year's most read stories.
Morgan Searles, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|News|
Year in Review: Top 10 Stories from 2015 on La Grange Patch
A rude Facebook post, stingray deaths at the zoo and La Grange on Snapchat were among this year's most read stories.
Morgan Searles, Patch Staff
Elmhurst|News|
Year in Review: Top 10 Stories from 2015 on Elmhurst Patch
An unforgettable wedding dance, a staged abduction and naked selfies were among this year's most read stories.
Morgan Searles, Patch Staff
Elmhurst|News|
Phone Store Manager Helps Catch Identity Thief: Police
A woman tried to use a fake ID to buy phone lines and equipment.
Morgan Searles, Patch Staff
Elmhurst|News|
Local Jobs: Lou Malnati's, Comcast, Helping Hand Center, ADT
Patch’s jobs board makes it easy for job-hunters and employers to search for and post local, regional and national jobs.
Morgan Searles, Patch Staff
Oak Park-River Forest, IL|News|
Sexual Assault Alleged After Hours at OPRF High School
District 200 plans to install more security cameras at the school.
Morgan Searles, Patch Staff
