Tuesday, May 14, 2013
The Downers Grove Republican has significant support as the replacement for Pat Brady, according to a Chicago Sun-Times politics post.
Illinois state Rep. Ron Sandack (R-Downers Grove) is a top-tier candidate to become the next Illinois GOP Chairman and replace Pat Brady, who resigned last week, the Chicago Sun-Times reports. The Sun-Times lists Sandack as one of nine finalists considered by the Republican State Central Committee; of the nine, Sandack won the paper's informal reader poll with almost 44 percent of the vote. Sandack would likely be a controversial choice given that many believe Oberweis and other socially conservative Republicans ousted Brady over the former chairman's support of gay marriage—which Sandack also supports—the paper said. Major Illinois Republican player Ron Gidwitz is quoted in the article as being highly critical of anyone who pushed out …
It's Police Week in the United States; in that spirit, we asked our local readers in DuPage County what they appreciate most about their local force.
Did you know that this week—May 13-20—is officially Police Week in the United States? According to PoliceWeek.org: In 1962, President John F. Kennedy signed a proclamation which designated May 15th as Peace Officers Memorial Day and the week in which that date falls as Police Week. Currently, tens of thousands of law enforcement officers from around the world converge on Washington, DC to participate in a number of planned events which honor those that have paid the ultimate sacrifice. In the spirit of the week, we reached out to our DuPage County readers on Facebook and asked what they appreciate most about their local police departments. Here’s some of what readers shared with us: Carol Gog: “Back in the nineties, I locked my keys in …
Thursday, April 18, 2013
How crazy is it out there right now? Please show us! Upload your pictures of flooding from DuPage County towns here.
Note: when uploading photos/video, please include a caption with the town and street where they were taken. Thank you! By 7 a.m. Thursday, the National Weather Service in Romeoville had the total rainfall amount at 3.24 inches for the previous 24 hours. Then it rained some more. And it's not forecast to stop until Friday morning. What does the scene look like for you? Are there several feet of water outside your home (or, heaven forbid, inside it)? Stranded cars; flooded lawns and streets? If you’re lucky enough not to be too busy dealing with any emergencies right now (and we hope you are), we’d love to see what you see, and our readership likely would as well. If you have any great snapshots/photographs of the flooding around DuPage …
Tuesday, April 10, 2012
Only two restaurants are left per town in our contest. Vote!
It's down to the final two restaurants per town of Munch Madness!! Your votes will decide which restaurant will represent Darien, Downers Grove, Lemont and Woodridge in our first multi-town battle. Voting to determine the Final Four starts Tuesday and closes Wednesday, April 11, at 5 p.m. Make sure to vote on the site (just leave a comment below!), on Facebook and on Twitter for your favorites. Home Run Inn vs. El Burrito Loco Zest at Lemon Tree vs. Cedar Grill PC's Pancake Cafe vs. 3 Corners Grill & Tap Clara's Pasta di Casa vs. Doggie Diner
Friday, April 6, 2012
Show your hometown pride by casting your vote for Woodridge restaurants during Munch Madness.
And then there were four. We're one day into voting for the Sweet 16 of Munch Madness, meaning only four restaurants remain in Lemont, Darien, Downers Grove and Woodridge. In Woodridge, we have the 2011 Woodridge Munch Madness winner Clara's Pasta vs. Woodridge-favorite pizza place Papa's Pizza Place. Voting has been extended until 5 p.m. Monday to accommodate the holiday weekend. Show your loyalty by commenting for your pick on this story, on Facebook or via Twitter by tagging it with your Patch town's handle (that's @DarienILPatch, @LemontPatch,@DG_Patch and @PatchWoodridge). To learn more about the tournament CLICK HERE. Home Run Inn vs. Tai San Chef Tai San Chef: Tai San Chef, founded in 2003, is an award-winning restaurant serving …
Tuesday, April 3, 2012
DGS tied with No. 6 Neuqua Valley 2-2 in the final round of its invitational Saturday.
Monday, April 2, 2012
Show your hometown pride by casting your vote for Woodridge restaurants during Munch Madness.
Voting in round two is open until 5 p.m. Wednesday. Show your loyalty by commenting for your pick on this story, on Facebook or via Twitter by tagging it with your Patch town's handle. To learn more about the tournament and get the full rules CLICK HERE. Smilga vs. Zazzo Pizzeria Smilga: Smilga is a charming eat-in or take-out restaurant with a modest sized food mart conveniently located in the Lithuanian deli/eatery. Zazzo Pizzeria: Using family recipes and the freshest vegetables and homemade sausage, Zazzo's menu consists of traditional and contemporary dishes, including lasagna, penne and more. Ballydoyle vs. Celebrity Sandwiches Ballydoyle: For an authentic touch of Ireland, stop in at the Ballydoyle Irish Pub & Restaurant. It is …
Wednesday, March 28, 2012
See which restaurants made it to the elite eight for each town.
Thanks to your votes, 32 restaurants from Darien, Downers Grove, Lemont and Woodridge have made it to the second round of Munch Madness!! Voting for Round 2 starts Wednesday and closes Wednesday, April 4, at 5 p.m. Make sure to vote on the site, on Facebook and on Twitter for your favorites. Mi Hacienda vs. Home Run Inn Tai San Chef vs. Aodake Sushi and Steakhouse Smilga vs. Zazzo Pizzeria El Burrito Loco vs. Thai O'Cha Zest at Lemon Tree vs. Berto's Deli and Pasta Shoppe JR's Place vs. Gatto's Restaurant & Bar Ballydoyle vs. Celebrity Sandwiches Cedar Grill vs. Thai Pot Lemon Tree vs. Sweetwater Deli Illinois Bar & Grill vs. 3 Corners Grill & Tap Turnabout Pizza vs. Jimbo's Pizza La Dolce Vita vs. PC's Pancake Cafe Steven's …
Tuesday, March 27, 2012
Make sure to vote for your favorite restaurant before the deadline!
Welcome to Munch Madness—the bracket-style tournament to find the best restaurant in Darien, Downers Grove, Lemont and Woodridge! How do restaurant advance, you ask? It all depends on your vote! To learn more about the tournament CLICK HERE. Restaurants are grouped into four geographical regions: the Darien Region, the Downers Grove Region, the Lemont Region and the Woodridge Region. Here are all of the Round One match-ups (all pairings were made with random.org): Thai O'Cha vs. El Puerto El Burrito Loco vs. Blueberry Hill Pancake House Teddy's Red Hots vs. Smilga Pamy's Hot Dogs. vs. Zazzo Pizzeria Uncle Mao's Chinese Restaurant vs. Tai San Chef Aodake Sushi and Steakhouse vs. La Notte Due Jam 'n Jelly Pancake House vs. Mi …
Voting ends 10 p.m. Tuesday.
Welcome to Munch Madness—the bracket-style tournament to find the best restaurant in Darien, Downers Grove, Lemont and Woodridge! How do restaurant advance, you ask? It all depends on your vote! To learn more about the tournament CLICK HERE. Restaurants are grouped into four geographical regions: the Darien Region, the Downers Grove Region, the Lemont Region and the Woodridge Region. Print out the pdf version of the bracket, fill it out and send it to Editor Melissa Tussing at melissat@patch.com. Editor's Note: If you would like to fill out a bracket but do not have the capability to print and scan a copy, please email Editor Melissa Tussing at melissat@patch.com to receive a Microsoft Excel worksheet that you can fill out electronically…
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1:39 pm on Wednesday, May 15, 2013
Didn't like the way the wind was blowing today I guess. Capitol Fax is great. more ›