Tuesday, May 21, 2013
Donations to organizations and agencies that will take in displaced animals can help.
In the wake of a 2-mile wide tornado that tore through Oklahoma on Monday, Americans across the country are stepping up to help out however they can. READ: How You Can Help the Victims Residents might not be the only ones in need of a helping hand. One woman's happy reunion with her dog has touched hearts nationwide, but other animals left homeless will be scooped up and housed in rescue facilities manned by volunteers. Many agencies are lending their services, some by bringing in search dogs, or collecting food for animals and connecting lost pets with their loved ones. There are a few ways you can contribute to their efforts, according to Vetstreet.com: Search Dog Foundation Oklahoma City Animal Shelter Pet Food Pantry of Oklahoma City…
The bill, sponsored by Senate Minority Leader Christine Radogno (R-Lemont), would prohibit all teens 17 and younger from using UV tanning beds.
By Amanda Luevano Legislation to ban minors from indoor tanning beds was sent to Gov. Pat Quinn on Tuesday after being approved by the Illinois Senate. House Bill 188, sponsored by Senate Minority Leader Christine Radogno (R-Lemont), would ban Illinois minors age 17 and younger from UV tanning beds. Currently, minors ages 14 to 17 are allowed to tan if they provide a parent's signature. Spray-on tanning is exempt from the legislation, as is phototherapy, which applies to situations where a physician supervises tanning when it is necessary to treat a medical condition. Radogno said in a press release that she sponsored the bill to protect Illinois minors from the serious health risks involved with indoor tanning beds. “Not only do children …
Donating money to organizations that help victims is quick and easy.
Americans across the country are reacting with shock to the devastation caused by a 2-mile wide Tornado in Oklahoma. Dozens have died, and President Obama has declared the path of the tornado a major disaster area. If you would like to help, you can do so from your computer or mobile device right now. Patch will be posting stories of locals who are working to help victims from afar. If you know of someone local was affected by the tornado or who is working to help the victims, please contact Associate Regional Editor Lauren Traut, at lauren.traut@patch.com. —Original reporting by John Ness.
Rev. Frank Rodgers is taking a creative approach to celebrating his church’s recent earth-friendly accomplishments.
St. Paul Community Church Pastor Rev. Frank Rodgers wants to bring faith and nature closer together with a dash of excitement, so he’s decided to preach 30 feet above ground from a makeshift platform built in a buckeye tree. The elevated idea ties into the United Church of Christ’s (UCC) Mission 4/1 Earth initiative—a 50-day effort to collectively offer over one million hours of engaged earth care, plant 100,000 trees and send more than 100,000 advocacy letters to promote a greener planet. Rodgers’ small 50-member congregation already tripled its personal goal of 600 hours, 60 trees and 60 advocacy letters, according to the UCC website. "I want to express thanks to the congregation for participating in Mission 4/1 Earth," Rodgers said. "I …
From being the first Down syndrome student mainstreamed in her school district to starting her own advocacy organization, Bridget Brown's journeys are far and wide. Sponsored by Grape-Nuts.
Lisa Grant Orthodontics is calling for area residents to help complete its 100-tile art project as part of the Homewood Area Chamber Art Fair June 1-2. The project is being spearheaded by H-F High School senior Justine Moulds.
As the days of spring continue to slip into the dog days of summer, the Homewood Chamber of Commerce Fine Arts Fair continues to inch closer and closer. The fair, which takes place June 1 and 2, will feature local artists and businesses showcasing their artist wares, including Lisa Grant Orthodontics. Grant is calling on area residents to help with a 100-tile artistic project from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on both days. When completed, the project will be showcased at local public libraries during the summer and fall months. The tile project is being spearheaded by Homewood-Flossmoor High School senior Justine Moulds, who has created the foundation of the project. Attendees are invited to paint one of the 100 remaining tiles before the project is …
South Suburban obituaries and available visitation information.
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Monday, May 20, 2013
Large hail, damaging winds and isolated tornadoes are all possible, according to the National Weather Service.
Serious storms may be headed our way, warns the National Weather Service. The storm system that dropped large hail and tornadoes on parts of Iowa, Kansas and Oklahoma is now headed toward Illinois. The National Weather Service has placed most of Illinois—including Cook County—in the "slight risk" category for severe weather on Monday and Tuesday. The main threats on both days consist of damaging winds and large hail. The National Weather Service's Storm Prediction Center noted in its technical discussions that isolated tornadoes are also possible on Monday and Tuesday. "The most violent storms will ignite during the afternoon and evening hours as daytime heating causes instability," Accuweather.com Meteorologist Meghan Evans wrote in her…
Would you know what to do if a warning was issued?
By Korrina Grom We're smack-dab in the middle of tornado season. Are you prepared? According to the National Weather Service, Illinois had 30 tornadoes in 2012, including an EF4 that hit Harrisburg on Feb. 29 and killed eight people. In all, Illinois' 30 tornadoes caused 111 injuries and nine fatalities. "The 30-year average in Illinois is 46 tornadoes," according to the National Weather Service. "Illinois ranks fifth in the nation in tornado frequency per square mile." Here are some facts about severe weather from the National Weather Service and the Illinois Emergency Management Agency: Are You Prepared? The Illinois Emergency Management Agency recommends that residents purchase a NOAA all-hazards weather radio. Along with having a …
Area residents flocked to the Homewood Auditorium to take part in the Village of Homewood's 10th Annual Railroad Heritage Day event. The event featured miniature train displays, a miniature train ride called 'Little Obie,' and more.
Homewood-Flossmoor area residents had the chance to ride the rails, or at least pretend to, this past weekend as the 10th Annual Railroad Heritage Day event at the Homewood Auditorium. The event, which ran from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., featured an array of rail-related items on display and for sale, along with raffles and a short ride on Canadian National's 'Little Obie,' a smaller, wheeled version of a traditional locomotive. This year's event drew hundreds of attendees, both young and old, and plans are already underway for next year's event. Check out the photo gallery above to see all the train-centric action and feel free to add your own photos from the event as well. It's easy to keep up with Patch!
Michael M.
8:11 pm on Tuesday, May 21, 2013
That should not come from govt. Look at what the IRS is doing. Why would you want the govt supervising you? There are a lot of idiots out there, but in this country you are free to be an idiot. more ›