Wilmington Man’s Photo of Rare Snowy Egret Wins Forest Preserve Photo Contest
A rare sighting of a state-endangered snowy egret earned Wilmington resident Tyler Paul top honors in the FPD the photo contest for May.
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Amauree Williams Caps Historic Southland Career with Three State Championships
Amauree Williams capped an incredible track and field career Saturday by winning two state championships.
Mobile Museums of Tolerance Visits Park Forest
The Mobile Museums of Tolerance is visiting Park Forest this week and will be located in the parking lot of the Park Forest Public Library.
Cook County Announces Free 2026 Vets and Pets Rabies Vaccine and Microchip Clinics
There will behost three Vets and Pets clinics throughout the summer courtesy Cook County ARC and other organizations.
Plum Creek Art Exhibit Offers Whimsical Look at America’s State Birds
The Plum Creek Nature Center will host an art display of a whimsical look at America’s state birds will run from June 3 through Sept. 6.
Kickoff of 2026 Main Street Nights on June 10
A sure sign of summer in Park Forest is the kickoff of the village’s Main Street Nights music series, this year beginning June 10.
Celebrating Juneteenth and More at The Park Forest Public Library
The Park Forest Public Library has special events planned in June to help celebrate both Juneteenth, Father’s Day, and more.
Mia Narciso ’26 Wins IHSA State Championship in Original Oratory, Makes School History
Marist High School proudly announces that senior Mia Narciso ’26 has been crowned IHSA State Champion in Original Oratory.
Aqua Center Renovations on Track for 2027 Opening
Renovations for Park Forest’s Aqua Center, our one-of-a-kind oasis and singular swimming spot, are on track for a 2027 opening.
On Hantavirus, Park Forest Officials Urge Caution
Health experts say the overall risk to Illinois residents from hantavirus remains low. Still, be wary of rodent-borne diseases.
Heteronormativity: Grappling with Straight Privilege