southtownstar.suntimes.com http://southtownstar.suntimes.com Latest news from The Southtown Star Online en-us Wed, 28 Jul 2010 14:10:16 PDT webmaster@suntimes.com http://southtownstar.suntimes.com/csp/cms/sites/STM/assets/img/logos/southtownstar.gif Southtown Star logo http://southtownstar.suntimes.com 84 34 30 Copyright 2013 <![CDATA[ Speak Out for June 19, 2013 ]]>

We need to protect our elderly by making them aware of intruders. Many criminals say they are working on the house or fixing the cable and then they steal the elderly’s things. ]]> Tue, 18 Jun 2013 18:08:07 -0500 http://southtownstar.suntimes.com/opinions/speakout/20821377-474/speak-out-for-june-19-2013.html http://southtownstar.suntimes.com/opinions/speakout/20821377-474/speak-out-for-june-19-2013.html <![CDATA[ Speak Out for June 18, 2013 ]]>

Thank you to all the volunteers who work at and with animals shelters in the Southland. It’s because of you that so many animals find forever homes. ]]> Tue, 18 Jun 2013 02:13:24 -0500 http://southtownstar.suntimes.com/opinions/speakout/20802245-474/speak-out-for-june-18-2013.html http://southtownstar.suntimes.com/opinions/speakout/20802245-474/speak-out-for-june-18-2013.html <![CDATA[ Speak Out for June 17, 2013 ]]>

I couldn’t agree more with fashion designer Lauren Lein’s Daily Splash column. Shop “Made in Chicago” or “Made in America.” How about opening a store in the southwest suburbs? ]]> Mon, 17 Jun 2013 14:01:41 -0500 http://southtownstar.suntimes.com/opinions/speakout/20740809-474/speak-out-for-june-17-2013.html http://southtownstar.suntimes.com/opinions/speakout/20740809-474/speak-out-for-june-17-2013.html <![CDATA[ Speak Out for June 16, 2013 ]]>

Now that we’re finally getting nicer weather, try and get out there and have a picnic. It’s a great way to enjoy the weather and get some needed relaxation. ]]> Sun, 16 Jun 2013 02:17:08 -0500 http://southtownstar.suntimes.com/opinions/speakout/20739471-474/speak-out-for-june-16-2013.html http://southtownstar.suntimes.com/opinions/speakout/20739471-474/speak-out-for-june-16-2013.html <![CDATA[ Speak Out for June 14, 2013 ]]>

If I was a carpenter and did a lousy job then I would feel terrible. How do these legislators from Illinois go to work every day and actually think they are doing a good job and have a smile on their face? ]]> Fri, 14 Jun 2013 02:14:40 -0500 http://southtownstar.suntimes.com/opinions/speakout/20723459-474/speak-out-for-june-14-2013.html http://southtownstar.suntimes.com/opinions/speakout/20723459-474/speak-out-for-june-14-2013.html <![CDATA[ Speak Out for June 13, 2013 ]]>

One of my favorite things when walking in downtown Chicago is seeing all the boats sailing along the Chicago River. I hope to get on one of those boats sooner than later. ]]> Thu, 13 Jun 2013 02:18:31 -0500 http://southtownstar.suntimes.com/opinions/speakout/20700642-474/speak-out-for-june-13-2013.html http://southtownstar.suntimes.com/opinions/speakout/20700642-474/speak-out-for-june-13-2013.html <![CDATA[ Speak Out for June 12, 2013 ]]>

To the nonbeliever in Willow Springs: If God intervened in everything then I think we would be in paradise. We are not. Remember that Satan also exists. ]]> Wed, 12 Jun 2013 02:16:17 -0500 http://southtownstar.suntimes.com/opinions/speakout/20679582-474/speak-out-for-june-12-2013.html http://southtownstar.suntimes.com/opinions/speakout/20679582-474/speak-out-for-june-12-2013.html <![CDATA[ Speak Out for June 11, 2013 ]]>

Father’s Day is coming up on June 16. Lots of people go all out for Mother’s Day, but sometimes dads don’t get the same treatment. Make your dad’s day something to remember. ]]> Tue, 11 Jun 2013 02:15:07 -0500 http://southtownstar.suntimes.com/opinions/speakout/20662097-474/speak-out-for-june-11-2013.html http://southtownstar.suntimes.com/opinions/speakout/20662097-474/speak-out-for-june-11-2013.html <![CDATA[ Speak Out for June 10, 2013 ]]>

Bravo to all the people participating in Relay for Life events throughout the Southland. Together, we can find a cure for cancer. ]]> Mon, 10 Jun 2013 02:11:39 -0500 http://southtownstar.suntimes.com/opinions/speakout/20602897-474/speak-out-for-june-10-2013.html http://southtownstar.suntimes.com/opinions/speakout/20602897-474/speak-out-for-june-10-2013.html <![CDATA[ Speak Out for June 9, 2013 ]]>

Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel is like a kid in a candy shop when it comes to tax money. ]]> Sun, 09 Jun 2013 02:11:02 -0500 http://southtownstar.suntimes.com/opinions/speakout/20600142-474/speak-out-for-june-9-2013.html http://southtownstar.suntimes.com/opinions/speakout/20600142-474/speak-out-for-june-9-2013.html <![CDATA[ Speak Out for June 7, 2013 ]]>

Irish Fest at Chicago Gaelic Park in Oak Forest looked like the perfect way to kick off summer. What’s your favorite Southland festival? ]]> Fri, 07 Jun 2013 02:17:13 -0500 http://southtownstar.suntimes.com/opinions/speakout/20581386-474/speak-out-for-june-7-2013.html http://southtownstar.suntimes.com/opinions/speakout/20581386-474/speak-out-for-june-7-2013.html <![CDATA[ Speak Out for June 6, 2013 ]]>

I just wanted to say congratulations to all the graduates. I wish you the best of luck in high school, college or whatever you will be doing. ]]> Thu, 06 Jun 2013 02:08:32 -0500 http://southtownstar.suntimes.com/opinions/speakout/20556105-474/speak-out-for-june-6-2013.html http://southtownstar.suntimes.com/opinions/speakout/20556105-474/speak-out-for-june-6-2013.html <![CDATA[ Speak Out for June 5, 2013 ]]>

It was nice to see country music star Tim McGraw taking the time to meet veterans and active service personnel as part of the Operation Homefront program at Outback Steakhouse in Orland Park. ]]> Wed, 05 Jun 2013 02:18:44 -0500 http://southtownstar.suntimes.com/opinions/speakout/20539688-474/speak-out-for-june-5-2013.html http://southtownstar.suntimes.com/opinions/speakout/20539688-474/speak-out-for-june-5-2013.html <![CDATA[ Speak Out for June 4, 2013 ]]>

Bravo to the Little Red Schoolhouse near Willow Springs for hosting Nature is Accessible Day on June 6. It makes the effort of volunteers like Matt Doorneweerd worth it. ]]> Tue, 04 Jun 2013 02:17:19 -0500 http://southtownstar.suntimes.com/opinions/speakout/20518416-474/speak-out-for-june-4-2013.html http://southtownstar.suntimes.com/opinions/speakout/20518416-474/speak-out-for-june-4-2013.html <![CDATA[ Speak Out for June 3, 2013 ]]>

Congratulations to Wouter De Beuckelaer and everyone else at Pita Pan Old World Bakery on the new production line. It’s great to see a Chicago Heights business succeed. ]]> Mon, 03 Jun 2013 02:08:13 -0500 http://southtownstar.suntimes.com/opinions/speakout/20459519-474/speak-out-for-june-3-2013.html http://southtownstar.suntimes.com/opinions/speakout/20459519-474/speak-out-for-june-3-2013.html