Southland selections for a sweet Valentine’s Day

There are a number of Crowd Pleasers that one can check out to celebrate Valentine’s Day with a loved one or simply to have some fun while flying solo. Suggestions include dining, music and theater. 

Rich Township seniors director earns state award

Sally Fuhrmann found her career niche more than 25 years ago when her college internship placed her with Rich Township Senior Services. “A month after graduation, I was hired,” Fuhrmann said. Her first position as in-home services coordinator led to her present position in 1987 …

Lawsuit cost SD 227, charter school nearly $300K

During a lengthy legal battle pitting Rich Township High School District 227 against Southland College Prep Charter High School, the two sides spent nearly $300,000 in attorney fees, records show.

But officials on both sides said the expenses were justified because they were fighting for …

Brumfield: Black History Month: Hard work does pay off

February has long been designated a special time to honor the accomplishments of African Americans. In 1926, historian and author Carter G. Woodson was the first to recognize the need to study and acknowledge the accomplishments of blacks in America during what was then called …

Around Town (East) for Feb. 12, 2012

Here is a look at events in the SouthtownStar’s East region, which includes Beecher, Chicago Heights, Country Club Hills, Crete, Flossmoor, Glenwood, Homewood, Matteson, Monee, Olympia Fields, Park Forest, Richton Park, Steger, and University Park.

Richton Park woman robbed near home

A 71-year-old Richton Park resident was pushed down and robbed of her backpack and purse Jan. 31 near her home in the 5000 block of Brighton Lane, police said.

They said the woman was approached by two teenagers, who asked about a Metra train schedule …

Community Sports Calendar (East) for Feb. 12, 2012

Here is a look at sporting events in the SouthtownStar’s East region, which includes Beecher, Chicago Heights, Country Club Hills, Crete, Flossmoor, Glenwood, Homewood, Matteson, Monee, Olympia Fields, Park Forest, Richton Park, Steger, and University Park.

Emergency crews battle multi-alarm Matteson blaze

A four-unit townhouse building in Matteson was heavily damaged by fire late Sunday night, displacing five or six residents, Fire Chief Ed Leeson said. He said one woman was treated at St. James Hospital in Olympia Fields for smoke inhalation and released. Firefighters were called …

Property Transfers for Feb. 12, 2012

Property transfers for Cook and Will counties. Curious about more home sales in your neighborhood? For more Chicago area transactions, see “recent sales” at www.searchchicago.suntimes.com/homes/.

Man robbed at gunpoint in Park Forest

A gunman robbed a Park Forest resident Jan. 26 in a lot at Western Avenue and Court H2, in Park Forest, according to police.

They said the man exited his vehicle about 12:30 a.m., when he was approached by a man who asked “what’s up?” …

What’s Going On for Feb. 9, 2012

Here’s a look at What’s Going On in the Southland including in Oak Lawn, Burbank, University Park and Frankfort.

‘Kindermusik’ to get chamber welcome

Briefly: Ribbon cutting for Kindermusik in Orland, workshop series to focus on small-business financing.

Playing Live for Feb. 10, 2012

Here is a look at upcoming concerts in the Southland. Shows include the Hot 8 Brass Band at Freedom Hall’s Nathan Manilow Theatre in Park Forest.

Shnay: Community gardens to grow in Park Forest

If the people with green thumbs have their way, in a few more seasons Park Forest may have to add the word “Harvest” to its current motto of “Live Grow Discover.” In years past, residents were able to toil in community gardens located in the …

Around Town (East) for Feb. 5, 2012

Here is a look at events in the SouthtownStar’s East region, which includes Beecher, Chicago Heights, Country Club Hills, Crete, Flossmoor, Glenwood, Homewood, Matteson, Monee, Olympia Fields, Park Forest, Richton Park, Steger, and University Park.