SouthtownStar (Chicago, IL) back issues from September 2008:
Jewish congregation marks 50th year
Sep 01, 2008 ... By Rena Fulka Staff writer Congregation Am Echad took root in Park Forest a half century ago, after its five founders advertised for members in the former Star newspapers. But the Hebrew name, which means "one people," wasn't introduced until two decades later. "It's a very appropriate name, ...
McCartney to perform in Israel after 43-year ban
Sep 01, 2008 ... By MATTI FRIEDMAN The Associated Press JERUSALEM - An upcoming concert by Paul McCartney has revived memories of the 1960s, when an Israeli official supposedly called off a Beatles concert for fear it would corrupt the nation's youth. The episode is often fondly quoted as a relic of a long-lost ...
Business People
Sep 01, 2008 ... Landauer appoints 2new members to board Glenwood-based Landauer Inc., a recognized leader in personal and environmental radiation monitoring, on Friday announced the appointment of Michael Leatherman and David Meador to its board of directors. Leatherman, an independent consultant focused in ...
A consumer's tale of woe
Sep 01, 2008 ... Dear readers: Two weeks ago, we heard about Mary of Chicago Heights, who lost out on the warranty protection she'd bought for her lawn mower because the repair shop found she hadn't performed the required maintenance. The wording of the warranty said it would become void if the owner failed to ...
Keepataw Days Keeps close to home, hearts
Sep 01, 2008 ... By Michael Drakulich Staff Writer With the nation's economy suffering, organizers of Lemont's annual Keepataw Days festival were legitimately concerned about attendance. Would the rising cost of living convince residents the cost of having fun wasn't worth it? In a word, no. This year, ...
Sep 01, 2008 ... By Francine Knowles Sun-Times News Group This Labor Day, Chicagoan Cassandra Reza has less cause for celebration. After getting laid off at Enesco when it shuttered its Elk Grove distribution facility, it took her nine months to find another job, and it was for 15 percent less pay. Her situation ...
Sep 01, 2008 ... Firefighting editorial right on target Your Thursday editorial, "Firefighting is not a luxury," summed up the argument for a professional fire service as well as any analysis I have read. The old saying that you don't know what you've got until you lose it is especially true when it comes to ...
Forum
Sep 01, 2008 ... Firefighting editorial right on target Your Thursday editorial, "Firefighting is not a luxury," summed up the argument for a professional fire service as well as any analysis I have read. The old saying that you don't know what you've got until you lose it is especially true when it comes to ...
Life 101
Sep 01, 2008 ... Call them used, call them pre-owned, call them more affordable. Just don't call them a gamble, right? Buying a used car can make economic sense, especially in tough times. But how can you be sure you're getting your money's worth? Bob Stonchus, a senior buyer with CarMax in Tinley Park, offers ...
Billie Letts latest book far-fetched but captivating
Sep 01, 2008 ... By Terri Schlichenmeyer correspondent Getting out on your own is a rite of passage - the thrill/fear that comes with renting your first apartment, learning to live alone or with a roommate, and generally forcing yourself to become a responsible adult. But sometimes people get shoved out of the ...
Women must be prepared for retirement
Sep 01, 2008 ... Today, I want to write to all my loyal female readers. Male readers who are concerned about their women, you should read as well. The U.S. Department of Labor reports that of the roughly 61 million employed women, ages 21 to 64, in the United States, just 46 percent participate in a retirement ...
Bronzeville's boon to culture
Sep 01, 2008 ... BY CELESTE BUSK Sun-Times News Group The Chicago cultural scene is enjoying an expansion with the opening of the relocated Bronzeville Children's Museum. The museum, which opened earlier this month, is celebrating its 10th anniversary and is considered to be the only African-American children's ...
NeighborhoodStar News
Sep 01, 2008 ... Chicago Creative writers sought Creative writers of all levels are invited to focus on the process of writing and improving their work at an informal, monthly writers group at the Beverly Arts Center, 2407 W. 111th St., Chicago. The group will meet on the second Monday of the month from 7 to 9 ...
Who needs Ravinia? Not Oak Forest
Sep 01, 2008 ... By Kristen McQueary Staff writer No need to travel to the North Shore's Ravinia festival for music in the park. And leave the candelabras at home, too. Oak Forest Park District's Old Times Family Picnic is a more intimate, relaxed venue that reunites family and friends every Labor Day weekend ....
Upgraded Riverwalk awash in beauty
Sep 01, 2008 ... BY CELESTE BUSK Sun-times News Group If you haven't been to the Chicago Riverwalk lately, it's time head to the Loop to enjoy the new and venerable attractions waiting for you along the river's edge. To make Chicago's "second lakefront" - as Mayor Richard Daley calls it - more enjoyable, the ...
Love for sport is necessary to appreciate 'Soccer Dad'
Sep 01, 2008 ... By MALCOLM RITTER The associated press In the first chapter of "Soccer Dad," this loving remembrance of his son's final year of playing soccer on a top-ranked high school team, W.D. Wetherell says he assumes that anyone reading the book "already understands and values soccer." Consider that a ...
Sep 01, 2008 ... What else has he forgotten? If Republican presidential candidate John McCain cannot remember how many houses he owns, how can he remember who to call for a homeland security emergency? Think about it! Would he have to ask his staff and get back to it later? That's scary! Watch out if ...
Speak Out
Sep 01, 2008 ... What else has he forgotten? If Republican presidential candidate John McCain cannot remember how many houses he owns, how can he remember who to call for a homeland security emergency? Think about it! Would he have to ask his staff and get back to it later? That's scary! Watch out if ...
White hopes it all points to championship
Sep 01, 2008 ... If you weren't at Illiana Speedway on Saturday night you missed out on a dynamite racing program that had more twists and turns than a roller coaster at Great America. The main drama centered on the late-model division and a points chase that is going to go down to the final race of the regular ...
Bears relieved preseason's over, look ahead
Sep 01, 2008 ... By Brad Biggs Sun-Times News Group The Bears would have you believe there is a switch somewhere that they will get around to flipping this week. You know, it's the one that will turn it on for their defense now that the regular season has arrived. There wasn't so much a level of concern after ...
Bears still hoping to sign Fred Miller to one-year contract
Sep 01, 2008 ... By Brad Biggs Sun-Times News Group The Bears brought back mostly familiar faces in assembling their practice squad Sunday but their biggest move could be yet to come. Seven players have either signed a contract or agreed to terms to join the eight-man practice squad. The team is still actively ...
For Cubs, it's growl, scowl
Sep 01, 2008 ... By Toni Ginnetti Sun-Times News Group The dogs days brought plenty of bark from the Cubs, who completed August with a 20-8 record and a .714 winning percentage that was their best of any month since September 2003 (19-8, .704). They had win streaks of five and seven games, extended their streak ...
Cubs reiterate Zambrano 'not in pain'
Sep 01, 2008 ... By Toni Ginnetti Sun-Times News Group The immediate reaction to Sunday's decision to drop Carlos Zambrano from his scheduled start against Philadelphia were questions about how serious concerns might be about the Cubs' struggling ace. Cubs pitching coach Larry Rothschild downplayed any health ...
A family affair
Sep 01, 2008 ... By Tim Cronin Staff Writer It's not every high school boy on the golf team who can say his aunt is on the girls team. Brian Bullington, a sophomore at Lincoln-Way East, can say that. His mom, Teresa Bullington, is the oldest of nine children in the Radgowski family. Julia Radgowski, a junior at ...
St. Rita victorious at Herbstreit Series in Ohio
Sep 01, 2008 ... By Steve Tucker Sun-Times News Group Playing like a heavyweight champion, St. Rita's David Marciano capped a game-winning drive with a 5-yard touchdown run with 1:14 to play. Playing in the Kirk Herbstreit Series at Paul Brown Stadium in Cincinnati with more than 2,500 fans making the trip from ...
Sabathia throws 1-hitter
Sep 01, 2008 ... CC Sabathia pitched a one-hitter in his latest dominating start, allowing the Pirates only an infield single by Andy LaRoche in the fifth inning, and the Milwaukee Brewers beat host Pittsburgh 7-0 Sunday for their eighth victory in nine games. LaRoche had only one hit in his previous 32 at-bats ....
Purpose pitch
Sep 01, 2008 ... BY CHRIS DE LUCA Sun-Times News Group BOSTON - Veteran Jim Thome arrived in the White Sox's clubhouse Sunday and instantly noticed a sense of purpose among his teammates. There was no sugar coating the obvious: The White Sox had been showcasing their worst side at one of the most critical points ...
Logan back out of Guillen's doghouse
Sep 01, 2008 ... BY CHRIS DE LUCA Sun-Times News Group BOSTON - When Boone Logan last appeared for the White Sox, the left-hander's line was something out of a nightmare: four runs, four hits, a walk and no outs against the Boston Red Sox. That Aug. 9 outing at U.S. Cellular Field featured an animated, one-sided ...
Federer eyes return to No. 1
Sep 01, 2008 ... By HOWARD FENDRICH The Associated Press NEW YORK - As if trying to remind himself and everyone else where he's been and where he's quite certain he'll return, Roger Federer thrust his right fist overhead and pointed skyward with his index finger. The universal gesture for No. 1. As Federer made ...
Steve on the Street
Sep 01, 2008 ... By Steve Metsch Staff Writer When you need a new kitchen, who ya gonna call? For Jack Meares, 80, of Hometown, the answer was easy. He called grandsons Mike Christakos, 20, and Tom Meares, 16. The two young men were busy cutting and installing drywall under Meares' watchful eye on a ...
Family struggles with water main break
Sep 01, 2008 ... By Patrick Ferrell Sun-Times News Group A water main broke behind a neighbor's house Aug. 2, flooding the basement of Don Koefoed's Mokena home without warning. "Water was coming in through the sliding door, the front door, the garage," Koefoed said. He said that, within about 20 minutes, his ...
Family struggles with water main break
Sep 01, 2008 ... By Patrick Ferrell Sun-Times News Group A water main broke behind a neighbor's house Aug. 2, flooding the basement of Don Koefoed's Mokena home without warning. "Water was coming in through the sliding door, the front door, the garage," Koefoed said. He said that, within about 20 minutes, his ...
Laboring longer a growing trend for Americans
Sep 01, 2008 ... By DAVE CARPENTER the associated press Americans are changing the game plan for retirement, with millions laboring right past the traditional retirement age and working into their late 60s and beyond. While the average retirement age remains 63, that standard may soon be going the way of the ...
Bus drivers plan rally to stop 'senseless violence'
Sep 02, 2008 ... By Jim Hook Staff Writer Cynthia Johnson walked into Alpha School Bus Co.'s Crestwood office one weekday morning to news that another teen was shot to death in Chicago. That's when the normally reserved bus driver reached her boiling point with all the "senseless violence." "We have (school ...
Dog Days at Allegiance Bank in Tinley
Sep 02, 2008 ... by Mike Nolan Staff writer Walk into the lobby of Allegiance Bank and the dog bowls filled with water might come as a bit of a surprise. The bank - with two offices in Tinley Park and one in Mokena - is "pet friendly," offering customers the option of bringing along their dog or cat while they ...
Drill sergeant touch to fitness
Sep 02, 2008 ... By Donna Vickroy Staff Writer If only that elliptical could yell like a drill sergeant. It might order you to try harder, stop whining, don't even think about giving up. "Some people want to be yelled at," Bob Gibertini said. "I can accommodate that." Gibertini and his wife, Lisa, co-owners of ...
Move it, move it, move it!
Sep 02, 2008 ... By Anna Tesauro staff writer Those wanting to lose weight should take note: This is life-changing fitness for a made-up mind. These are the words of Andrea "Dre" Everett, owner of D3 Fitness Boot Camp. Everett teaches boot camp exercise classes full time and warns that D3 is not for ...
Boycott draws attention to failing education system
Sep 02, 2008 ... Whether 20 or 20,000 Chicago school children show up to protest at New Trier High School in Winnetka today, one thing is clear: Somebody is doing something about a broken public school system. If the Rev. James Meeks's boycott is countered by 10,000 fathers marching their families to class to ...
The Handziks celebrate 50 years of reunions
Sep 02, 2008 ... By Brian Marchetti Correspondent More than 70 members of the Handzik family celebrated their 50th family reunion recently in Buffalo Woods Forest Preserve in Palos Park. Five generations of the family from the Southland and as far away as Nevada, Washington, D.C., and Arizona attend the event ...
Not exactly campfire sing-alongs
Sep 02, 2008 ... By VALERIE BAUMAN The Associated Press PAUL SMITHS, N.Y. - It took Kelsey Galer four weeks at a weight-loss camp to lose 9 pounds. It took her dad just three days to start acting like a "dork." "He wears his pedometer around all the time," Galer said. "He's just really into it with the family ...
Ebony charity fashion show coming to convention center
Sep 02, 2008 ... BY Shenequa A. Golding Staff Writer Hair, makeup, shoes, accessories and breathtaking designs all will come to life Wednesday at the 51st annual Ebony Fashion Fair. Thirteen models will rip the runway in this year's fashion extravaganza, "The Runway Report: What's Hip. What's Hot. What's Now!" ...
Park Forest runners barely labor through 5-mile run
Sep 02, 2008 ... By Jim Hook Staff Writer Kenyan Julius Rotich stormed out to a lead that he never relinquished in winning Monday's inaugural Park Forest Scenic 5-Mile Race. Sunny skies and mid-60-degree temperatures greeted the 550 runners, most of whom needed less than 45 minutes to complete the race. The ...
Gustav slams into Louisiana
Sep 02, 2008 ... By MICHAEL KUNZELMAN and MARY FOSTER The Associated Press NEW ORLEANS - Hurricane Gustav slammed into the heart of Louisiana's fishing and oil industry with 110 mph winds Monday, delivering only a glancing blow to New Orleans that raised hopes the city would escape the kind of catastrophic ...
Health Briefs
Sep 02, 2008 ... Diabetes help To help individuals understand and manage their diabetes, Advocate South Suburban Hospital offers free diabetes classes from 1 to 3 p.m. today and Sept. 16 in the 3 East Classroom in the hospital, 17800 S. Kedzie Ave., Hazel Crest. Registration: (708) 213-3053 or (708) ...
With today's gadgets, hearing loss more prevalent than ever
Sep 02, 2008 ... By Sarah Roberts GateHouse News Service Your mother always told you to turn the music down, and she's right. Excessive noise is the No. 1 reason for hearing loss, according to Melody Hartman, an audiologist with Swedish-American Hospital in Rockford. And with iPods, car stereos and loud video ...
Convention focus is storm relief
Sep 02, 2008 ... By DAVID ESPO The Associated Press ST. PAUL, Minn. - Republicans, determined to propel John McCain to the White House, opened their storm-shortened national convention on Monday amid distractions involving running mate Sarah Palin. Police made more than 50 arrests in the surrounding streets as ...
Sep 02, 2008 ... by Mike Nolan Staff writer Some Southland communities are facing a double whammy when it comes to fixing their streets - they're getting less money to make repairs, and the cost of materials has gone up. Higher prices for gasoline and crude oil are to blame. Because we're driving less and ...
GOP may want to consider using 'hug' photos to its advantage
Sep 02, 2008 ... It was the "Hug heard 'round Illinois," but did it really mean anything? Gov. Rod Blagojevich showed up late to the Democrats' national convention in Denver. Most others arrived the weekend before the official Monday kickoff, but Blagojevich didn't get there until Tuesday, just in time to attend ...
Transformers bring their war to Earth - and DVD
Sep 02, 2008 ... By DAVID GERMAIN THE ASSOCIATED PRESS The following are available on DVD: "Transformers" - The huge, shape-shifting Autobots and their new best bud (Shia LaBeouf) return to fight the evil Decepticon, this time in Blu-ray high-definition format. LaBeouf stars as a youth who becomes an ally to the ...
NeighborhoodStar News
Sep 02, 2008 ... Evergreen Park Library programs planned The Evergreen Park Library, 9400 S. Troy Ave., offers a variety of events in September. nThe Twilight Discussion Club for Young adults in grades 6 to 12. If you're a fan of the Twilight series by Stephenie Meyer then this is the group for you. Join the ...
Palin's announcement may shift election issues
Sep 02, 2008 ... By CHUCK RAASCH Gannette News Service ST. PAUL, Minn. - Sarah Palin's place on the Republican ticket with John McCain became more complex Monday when, prompted by Internet rumors, she announced that her 17-year-old daughter was pregnant, would have the child and would marry the child's father ....
Book on Drew Peterson hits stands
Sep 02, 2008 ... The Associated Press BOLINGBROOK - A book claiming to detail the story of former Bolingbrook police Sgt. Drew Peterson, his deceased third wife and his missing fourth wife has been published. Written by Joseph Hosey, a reporter for The Herald News newspaper in Joliet, the book is titled "Fatal ...
Portfolio
Sep 02, 2008 ... Oak Lawn Chamberto raffle gas cards The Oak Lawn Chamber of Commerce will raffle off two $50 Marathon gas cards at the village's Fall on the Green on Saturday and Sunday. Tickets will cost $1 each or six for $5. The cards are being donated by Spitzer's Gas and Service station. Life Time ...
Police arrest 56 after some in antiwar march turn violent
Sep 02, 2008 ... ST. PAUL, Minn. - Protesters attacked delegates, smashed windows, punctured car tires and threw bottles Monday, a violent counterpoint to an otherwise peaceful anti-war march at the Republican National Convention. Police wielding pepper spray arrested at least 56 people. The trouble happened not ...
Degree, diploma fraud booming
Sep 02, 2008 ... Diploma mills and degree mills are all the rage in the world of fraud. Diploma mills merely provide phony diplomas that can be hung on a wall. Degree mills pose a more potent threat because they pretend to award degrees from legitimate colleges and universities based on work that was not done or ...
CN eyes Joliet yardas regional hub
Sep 02, 2008 ... By Bob Okon Sun-Times News Group Canadian National Railway officials say Joliet would be a major part of its future regional operations if their plan to acquire the EJ&E Railroad line gets federal approval. CN also plans to add track by building a run-through line that would allow trains to move ...
Morgan Park teen shot dead while playing basketball with friends
Sep 02, 2008 ... By Kristen Schorsch Staff writer Terrence Jones was the perfect gentlemen. He opened doors for ladies, took care of bullied children and shared his bus fare with foster kids who lived down the block from his home in Chicago's Morgan Park community. His family raised the 16-year-old to aim high ...
Sep 02, 2008 ... Cross at your own peril In Aug. 29 Forum, a man from Palos Heights wrote that he received two tickets for failure to stop at a red light when making a right-hand turn. Rather than say the $200 in fines taught him a lesson and he will obey the law from now on, he says he will simply drive on a ...
Bears 'O' on the clock
Sep 02, 2008 ... By Brad Biggs Sun-Times News Group Alex Brown was talking about the sudden nose-dive of the Bears' defense at the end of the preseason when he paused to contemplate whether the unit would have to carry the team again. "No, it looks like we're going to have to hold up our end," the defensive end ...
Bears hope receivers situation comes with catch(es)
Sep 02, 2008 ... By Brad Biggs Sun-Times News Group The Bears have not announced their starting wide receivers, but Brandon Lloyd and Devin Hester were in the role for the final three preseason games, and it's unlikely the team is waiting to spring a surprise Sunday at Indianapolis. The company line is that the ...
Cubs' bats: Z-Z-Z-Z ...
Sep 02, 2008 ... By Gordon Wittenmyer Sun-Times News Group A woeful lack of hitting is why the Cubs have their first three-game losing streak since ignition man Alfonso Soriano came off the disabled list in late July. But that likely is not what's going to make or break this carpet ride of a season for the Cubs ....
Lineup shake-up in works?
Sep 02, 2008 ... By Gordon Wittenmyer Sun-Times News Group Cubs manager Lou Piniella hinted lineup changes could be coming today in an effort to break the Cubs out of a hitting funk that has lasted almost a week. Immediately after the Cubs were stymied by Houston ace Roy Oswalt in a 3-0 shutout at Wrigley Field ...
Table saw accident can't stop Cubs' Koyie Hill
Sep 02, 2008 ... By Gordon Wittenmyer Sun-Times News Group By the time Koyie Hill got to the emergency room that morning, his right hand was held together by his left hand. Three fingers on the Cubs catcher's throwing hand were all but severed, his thumb severely gashed in a horrible accident with a table saw at ...
Near no-hitter prompts call for scoring changes
Sep 02, 2008 ... One day after CC Sabathia pitched a controversial one-hitter against Pittsburgh, Milwaukee general manager Doug Melvin said Monday he may lobby to have changes made to the way official scoring decisions are made. Melvin said he thought there should be a committee to decide scoring decisions like ...
Singh stays red-hot; two MLB players hit for cycle
Sep 02, 2008 ... Vijay Singh made three long birdie putts Monday and closed with an 8-under 63 at the Deutsche Bank Championship in Norton, Mass., for his second straight victory to build a huge lead in the FedEx Cup playoffs. Singh was one shot behind Mike Weir going to the back nine of the TPC Boston when he ...