Orland Firefighters demonstrate fighting fires, saving lives at Open House Saturday, Sept. 19

Orland Firefighters offer live demonstrations fighting fires, saving lives, and display all their equipment for families and children

World Skate World Cup Figures September 18-20 at Lynwood Sports Center

The world's best roller figure skaters gather in Chicago Southland's Lynwood, Illinois for its top event of the year

USA Dodgeball Championship September 4-6 at Wintrust Sports Complex at Bedford Park

USA Dodgeball National Championships Coming to Chicago Area Labor Day Weekend.

Celebrate 100 Years at the Historic Ford Hangar September 18-19

Centennial celebration in Lansing will feature a gala, historic tour, free aviation expo and a look at the hangar's future

Visit Chicago Southland Releases New Destination Video

After months of hard work, Visit Chicago Southland is thrilled to announce its updated, interactive Destination Video.

'Friends' to Host Fundraiser at Library

Friends of the Library to Host One-Day Book Sale on August 8

Orland Park Sting Crowned Midwest Champs!

Club’s first national qualifier heads to Wichita after dominant 17-1 run through Great Lakes competition

Burger 21 Closes Suddenly in Orland Park After 10 Years of Award-Winning Service

Nearby fellow business owners express gratitude to Burger 21 for longtime support.

Jerling Junior High Students and Staff Clap Out Class of 2026

8th graders took their final walk through the halls on Thursday.

Darvin is bringing indoor comfort outdoors

Get a free Pickleball set or Omaha Burger & Chops Bundle with qualifying purchase

Power Motion & Mattress Clearance Sale May 9 has huge savings with 1/2-off delivery

Darvin Furniture & Mattress Clearance sale in 2 hugely popular categories

Darvin focusing on Mother's Day appreciation – rather than promotion

Stop by Darvin store for FREE flowers for Mom

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Jerling Junior High School vs Century Junior High Girls Soccer 5/4/2026 / Photos by Steve Neuhaus

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Jerling Junior High School Boys and Girls Soccer vs Grissom April 28, 2026 / Photos by Steve Neuhaus

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Jerling Junior High Track Meet at Oak Lawn on April 21, 2026 / Photos by Steve Neuhaus

Read My New Book The Cicero Don visit www.thecicerodon.com

Hello fellow Patch friends, it's Ronald Casteel. I'm happy to share with you my new website and new book. I like keeping it real.

Visit Chicago Southland Releases May – October 2026 Festivals & Events Guide

Visit Chicago Southland has released their Chicago Southland May – October 2026 Festivals and Events Guide.

On May 5th in Orland Park: Author Jim Flanagan Delivers `Estate Planning Explained’

In a free program hosted by the library, Bentron Financial Group founder covers the process from beginning to end

Visit Chicago Southland Sports Market Manager Kristy Campbell Retires

Kristy Campbell, Sports Market Manager for Visit Chicago Southland, retires April 17, 2026.

Why Do They Keep Tearing Down Orland Park?

Their narrative is not only inaccurate; it is deliberate disinformation meant to damage Orland Park

Is A Datacenter in Our Future?

Take Control Now

Darvin Dining Flipbook has huge in-stock selection perfect for year-round celebrations

New Dining Flipbook has something for every family home and gathering

Orland Township Assessor Opens Application Process for 2025 Property Tax Exemptions

Orland Township Assessor informs residents that the application process for 2025 property tax exemptions will open Monday, March 9, 2026

For Chicagoland Visitors and Residents, Visit Chicago Southland Launches Podcast Series

Visit Chicago Southland has launched its podcast series, The Visit Chicago Southland Podcast: Where Boring Doesn't Exist.

HUGE, FREE HOME SHOW Returns to Tinley Park on Feb. 21st & 22nd

100's of products & services for 1,000's of ideas for home remodeling, repairs and upgrades at the HUGE, FREE Tinley Park Home Show.

Mailing and Due Dates for First Installment Property Tax Bills Extended by One Month

This year, property tax bills will be mailed in early March and will be due on April 1.

Brats & Burn at Orland Grassland

Free-Volunteer with the Volunteers! Help restore our regional but endangered heritage, a Tallgrass Prairie.

Visit Chicago Southland Releases Its 2026 Visitors Guide

The 2026 Chicago Southland Visitors Guide has been released.

Umbrage

Twelve Minutes of Empty Time

The “Investigation” That Could’ve Been an Email

A public meeting, a Facebook post, and Trustee Bill Healy's theory that never stood a chance.

Main and Main - Part 3

Why develop the old Petey's II at all?

With February Being “Restaurant Month,” Visit Chicago Southland Doubles Points

With February being “Chicago Southland Restaurant Month,” Visit Chicago Southland is doubling the points for their Savor the Southland.

Orland Township Property Tax Appeal Period Now Open Through Feb. 3

Homeowners Can Request a Review of Their Property’s Assessed Value Through the Cook County Board of Review

Main and Main - Part 2

Now Comes the COW and the BOT

Main and Main

Amazon Coming to Orland Park

Smith Crossing residents bring a measure of comfort and warmth to unhoused

Smith Crossing residents provide warm winter wear and hygiene essentials for 60 people spending this winter without a home

Smith Crossing residents provide comfort (bags) to shelter

Residents of Smith Crossing package up warm clothes and other essentials to help homeless people get through a Chicago winter

Record-Breaking Sandburg Fall Craft Show Returns for 2025

The Midwest's largest indoor craft show draws thousands of holiday shoppers and features more than 350 booths.

Wintrust Sports Complex at Bedford Park Wins Two 2025 Champions of Economic Impact Sports Tourism Awards

One for the 2025 USA Judo Junior Olympic Championships and one for the 2025 Under Armour Association Boys Basketball Finals.

The Cost of Denial: Keith Pekau’s Legal Fight Is Draining Orland Park

Why does the failed former mayor continue to deny possession of documents he took from village hall?

Visit Chicago Southland Annual Meeting & Awards Luncheon Showcased Local Tourism

Visit Chicago Southland's Annual Meeting & Awards Luncheon, Storytelling in Motion, was a success.