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Lemont High School's Drama Club is set to present the play "Puffs, or: Seven Increasingly Eventful Years at a Certain School of Magic & Magic" as its fall production. The performances will take place from October 31 to November 2 at the school's Performing Arts Center, starting each night at 7 p.m.

Suzanne Kay Connely (Dunagan) Passes Away at 82

Suzanne Kay Connely passed away on Oct. 19. Below is the obituary.

District 113A receives $50K grant from CITGO for STEM initiatives

Lemont-Bromberek Combined School District 113A has secured a grant from CITGO aimed at enhancing STEM programming. The $50,000 grant will be used to integrate science, engineering, math, and technology into physical education classes and recess, providing new learning opportunities for students.

Oakwood Preschool receives Gold Circle of Quality from ExceleRate Illinois

The Oakwood Preschool Program has been awarded the Gold Circle of Quality by ExceleRate Illinois. This recognition highlights the program's dedication to excellence in early childhood education and development. By meeting the high standards set by ExceleRate, families can be assured that their children are receiving quality care and learning experiences.
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Lemont High School announces October Students of the Month

Four students from Lemont High School were recognized as "Students of the Month" for October at the district's Board of Education meeting held on October 21. The honored students included senior Maggie Prochaska for Physical Education, junior Natalie Hamersly for Art, sophomore Fallyn Arnold for World Languages, and freshman Sonia Marusarz for Family & Consumer Sciences.

Arlene Charlotte Gould, Longtime Lemont Resident, Dies at Home

Arlene C. Gould passed away on Oct. 20. Below is the obituary.

Week ending Oct. 19: Average regular gas price per gallon in ZIP Code 60439 down from previous week

Drivers in ZIP Code 60439 paid an average of $3.56 per gallon of regular gas in the week ending Oct. 19, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Did the average price of diesel fuel in ZIP Code 60439 change in week ending Oct. 19?

Drivers in ZIP Code 60439 paid an average of $3.84 per gallon of diesel fuel in the week ending Oct. 19, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Cheapest regular gas in ZIP Code 60439 in week ending Oct. 19

The lowest price of regular gas in ZIP Code 60439 was found at two gas stations in the week ending Oct. 19, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Where was the cheapest place to fill up on diesel in ZIP Code 60439 in week ending Oct. 19?

The lowest price of diesel in ZIP Code 60439 was found at one gas station in the week ending Oct. 19, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Aleksandar and Maria Lazarevic purchase 13105 Red Drive, Lemont, appraised at $832,000

On Oct. 21, Aleksandar and Maria Lazarevic purchased a property at 13105 Red Drive, Lemont from Katrina N. Burr (trustee), Eric A. Burr (trustee) and N. Burr Katrina (trust).

Test expectations: How many River Valley School students failed to meet the ELA IAR expectations in 2022-23 school year?

In the 2022-23 school year, 53.3% of River Valley School students failed the ELA portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Lemont Junior Achievement seeks community photos for new game design

Lemont High School's Junior Achievement company, Lemont Publishing, Inc., is seeking community involvement for the design of one of its upcoming products. The student-run organization plans to release a local version of the popular game 'Spot It,' titled "Lemont It," and is calling for photo submissions featuring Lemont landmarks.

Tomorrow's schedule for memorial or funeral services in coverage area

The following funeral or memorial service is scheduled to happen in coverage area tomorrow.

Tomorrow's schedule for memorial or funeral services in coverage area

The following funeral or memorial service is scheduled to happen in coverage area tomorrow.

Robert A Jolly, US Veteran, Dies at 88

Robert A. Jolly passed away on Oct. 24. Below is the obituary.

16572 New Ave., Lemont sold by JP McMahon Prop LLC

A property at 16572 New Ave., Lemont was sold on Oct. 15 by JP McMahon Prop LLC for $2.1 million. The buyer was J Ave Developmenty Real Estate.

Evan Mutterer records 2 tackles in Carthage’s win over Millikin

Former Lemont High School star, Evan Mutterer, sees action in Carthage’s win over Millikin on Saturday, October 26.

Noah Taylor records 1 tackle in North Dakota State’s win over Murray State

Former Lemont Township High School star, Noah Taylor, leaves his mark in North Dakota State’s win over Murray State on Saturday, October 26.

Nathan (Nate) Wrublik runs for 27 yards on 12 carries in Monmouth’s win over Beloit

Former Lemont Township High School star, Nathan (Nate) Wrublik, sees action in Monmouth’s win over Beloit on Saturday, October 26.