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Week in Review: D113A Hires Interim Superintendent, Orange 13 Opens
A look back at the headlines from Jan. 23-29.
Monday, Jan. 23
Local couple Gary and Sue Roy have made a living sharing their love of antiques.
Tuesday, Jan. 24
A contract was approved Tuesday night by board members. Madonia will serve on a part-time basis through June 30.
Potential issues with transportation reimbursements for 2009-10 could bring the total owed to the state to more than $623,000, according to Business Manager Barbara Germany. The district already owes $328,956 for 2008-09.
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Tickets are still available for the Feb. 4 event, which will raise money for educational grants in Lemont-Bromberek Combined School District 113A.
Lemont High School junior Justin Stanwyck, 16, recently improved running and walking conditions on Centennial Campus as part of his Eagle Scout service project.
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Wednesday, Jan. 25
The restaurant expects to re-open in the coming months, but will not be able to offer catering, as previously reported.
Restaurant owners hope to bring healthy world cuisine and club vibe to Derby Plaza.
Lemont Police Chief Kevin Shaughnessy recognized eight officers and one community member during a Village Board meeting Monday night.
Thursday, Jan. 26
The study, which should be completed by spring or summer, will determine the costs and challenges for creating quiet zones in areas along the Heritage Corridor.
The district will move forward Friday with its issuance of $1.8 million in tax anticipation warrants to Lemont High School District 210.
The school is currently looking for volunteers to assist with the Young Hearts for Life screening program, which will be available to all students March 1.
Robert Madonia, whose contract was approved Tuesday night, will work one or two days per week and receive $750 for each full day of service.
The Illinois State Board of Education was notified Wednesday morning that District 113A may have received unallowable transportation reimbursements for the 2009-10 school year.
Friday, Jan. 27
The event will be held Saturday from 7:30 p.m. to midnight, and will feature live music and raffles.
Sunday, Jan. 29
The three-time defending IHSA Medium Division state champions will have another chance to compete for the state title Feb. 3-4 in Bloomington.
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