Edward Solan, Author at Wednesday Journal

A shocking violation of community trust

by Edward Solan April 18, 2023April 18, 2023

As a former president of the Pleasant Home Foundation board, I am very disappointed in the recent action of the Park District of Oak Park to replace the flooring at Pleasant Home without consulting with the board of the foundation. The foundation was put in place in the 1980s to assist and advise the Park […]

Letters To The Editor

Condo owners deserve fairness, too

by Edward Solan August 31, 2021August 31, 2021

OPALGA+ remakes identity as Out With Purpose brandingJune 9, 2026
The Oak Park area’s pioneering local lesbian and gay association, OPALGA+, has sparked conversation within its community as the organization… Read more: OPALGA+ remakes identity as Out With Purpose branding
In the garden of eatin’June 9, 2026
When Pompei opened a new location in Elmwood Park last September at 22 W. Conti Parkway, it was a perfect… Read more: In the garden of eatin’
Shrubtown: 2026: A Parking OdysseyJune 9, 2026
Thank you, and goodbye for now June 9, 2026
I have had the great privilege to cover Oak Park for Wednesday Journal full time since February of last year.… Read more: Thank you, and goodbye for now
Life after ‘Broadview 6’ begins for Oak Park’s Brian Straw June 9, 2026
Oak Park Trustee Brian Straw learned that he would not have to stand trial on federal criminal charges when U.S. Northern… Read more: Life after ‘Broadview 6’ begins for Oak Park’s Brian Straw