This week, Chris and Ryan discuss the recent decision to close St. Kieran Catholic School in Chicago Heights. Also, an unnerving reminder to go over basic safety rules with your kids.
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A few weeks ago, we asked Homewood and Flossmoor residents to provide suggestions for Just Turkey Restaurant located at Ridge Road and Halsted Street. Now, owner Brian Latman responds with a special message to Patch readers.
A few weeks ago, Patch asked residents for suggestions on how to help the delectible, but struggling restaurant Just Turkey located at 17947 Halsted Street. Since then, many of you provided advice in our comments section, and owner Brian Latman has been carefully listening. In fact, the long time Homewood residents has already implemented changes based on Patch reader suggestions including. Some include: As a gesture of appreciation for the feedback, Latman says he'll provide a meal on the house to all the original Patch readers who left a comment (he says he knows who you are, but we'll verify in the event of a dispute). New Faces Latman says he's seen a modest increase in business since the Suggestion Box post went live—including many …
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This week we're sharing a snippet from our interview with Heights resident and 'The Voice' contestant De'Borah Garner. We're also giving a behind the scenes look at how our newest series, "Suggestion Box," came to be.
Article Mentioned on Homewood-Flossmoor Patch: Article Mentioned on Chicago Heights Patch: Chicago Heights Native Turns Heads on NBC's 'The Voice' Please feel free to leave feedback comments below and, as always, thanks for listening!
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Now is your chance to take some ownership within your local business community.
Now is your chance to take some ownership within your local business community.
Have you ever been to a local busiess and thought to yourself, “This would be so much better if only …” Well now’s your chance to speak up. Welcome to the Patch Suggestion Box, a new feature in which we highlight a specific local business and our readers offer positive, constructive feedback to help them improve. Once suggestions are collected, we’ll be running an “Owner’s Response” piece to address your concerns. This week’s focus business is Just Turkey at 17947 Halsted Street. Longtime Homewood resident and owner Brian Latman opened the restaurant in April of 2011. According to him, customers rave about their products and service, but lately, business has been painfully slow. READ Patch's Business Profile on Just Turkey Just Turkey …
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There's nothing better than a big juicy burger. Whether it's beef, turkey or veggie, this weeks picks will have your tastes met!
If you’re a vegetarian, try the delicious Boca burger at The Flossmoor Station. For only $1 more, you can add sweet potato fries on the side! In the mood for something rich and decadent? Try the bacon egg and cheese burger at Grady’s Grille. For an inexpensive and quick burger that always gets rave reviews, check out Perros Bros. Gyros in Olympia Fields. For those with a voracious appetite, indulge in the double cheeseburger at Schopp’s Hamburgers in Chicago Heights. (Try cutting it with a vanilla shake!) Are you trying to watch the red meat intake? Just Turkey’s offers the perfect solution with their butter crusted turkey burger.
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3:37 pm on Sunday, August 14, 2011
I absolutely love Grady's for a grilled burger. I have to admit, I'm addicted to there Original Grady Burger. Grady's makes the "BEST" hamberger you will ever have. I personally like mine with no healthy shit on it so I am known over there as the lady who ALWAYS orders her berger with no healthy shit. LOL I give Grady's 5 stars ***** for there outstanding, delicious, melt in your mouth burgers… more ›
Brian Latman, the owner of Homewood's Just Turkey, tells us why we should give his joint a chance.
Chicagoans are known for their love of italian beef, ribs and hot dogs, but turkey? Just Turkey Owner Brian Latman explains what's so exciting about the new trend: I chose Just Turkey because it is a new concept in the food industry. I can drive up and down the street and find burgers, hot dogs, chicken—but to find a location with only turkey products is impossible. Many customers are looking for an alternative from pork and Just Turkey provides that alternative. Just Turkey is also a healthier choice. Have you always been interested in the restaurant business? What inspired you? I was always interested in doing something where I can be my own boss. I currently sell food and paper products to about 50 restaurants so I knew a lot of the …
3:59 pm on Wednesday, February 1, 2012
Thanks for commenting, DJ. Don't forget that you can rate Just Turkey on their directory listing (even if that means copying and pasting your above comment). That way, people will see the positive review when they're searching for the company. more ›
Brian Latman
7:16 pm on Tuesday, October 30, 2012
Brian, Next time your in get a chili on the house!!! Thanks my friend! more ›