Shrubtown

Shrubtown: All the king’s men

by Marc Stopeck April 14, 2026April 14, 2026

Four flags earn 44 nominations in IL press contest April 14, 2026
The news and design staff of Wednesday Journal, Austin Weekly News, Forest Park Review and Riverside-Brookfield Landmark was nominated for… Read more: Four flags earn 44 nominations in IL press contest
River Forest balances budget as revenues increase April 14, 2026
Describing River Forest’s financial condition as “remaining strong,” Rosemary McAdams, finance director, presented a balanced FY2027 general fund budget at… Read more: River Forest balances budget as revenues increase
D90’s young authors showcase creativity and imagination April 14, 2026
Amanda Zieba, self-proclaimed word nerd and renowned author of young adult and children’s books, wasn’t the only prolific writer in the house Thursday at… Read more: D90’s young authors showcase creativity and imagination
Citing equity values rift, D97s new supt. left last job April 14, 2026
When Terri Bresnahan, the incoming Oak Park Elementary School District 97 superintendent, applied last fall to be the next superintendent… Read more: Citing equity values rift, D97s new supt. left last job
New life for old bicyclesApril 14, 2026
As the weather warms up and days grow longer, the streets and sidewalks of Oak Park and River Forest begin… Read more: New life for old bicycles

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