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“Many people live in Lansing but don’t participate in community events. I want to reach those that are not engaged,” said Micaela Smith, candidate for Trustee. Smith wants to see equitable representation because some things are a bit divided. She wants to see more multicultural engagement in business and in the community.

Carlene Matthews Champion For Students (Harvey, IL) - Carlene Matthews is a US Army Veteran, holds multiple degrees, and has in-depth experience as an educator, former HEA secretary, and community advocate.

Coulter has been a Ford Heights resident since the early ’70s, and now being mayor, gives her a platform to create the type of change residents deserve. “I want to continue to improve the condition of the city. I want to see more businesses on Lincoln Highway, and more lighting,” said Coulter on her plans to push for economic and new home development.

Erin Lewis Believes She is the Change Country Club Hills Needs (Country Club Hills, IL) - The James Baldwin quote “Not everything that is faced can be changed, but nothing can be changed until it is faced,” lines the front of Erin Lewis’s campaign apparel. Long-time Country Club Hills resident, Erin Lewis is running for the 5th ward alderman seat.

Basta’s hands-on community involvement, volunteering, and board representation prove her commitment to Bolingbrook. Her passion for the community is what fuels her work in local government.“I am not someone who decided to get involved for political reasons," said Basta.“I'm someone that felt that you needed to be involved in the community in which you live.”

Village of Dolton Mayor Riley H. Rogers is up for re-election. Rogers suffered a stroke just before the first day of early voting, February 8. Rogers, while in recovery, issued the following statement to keep the community informed about his health status and plans to continue his duties as an elected official and push for re-election.

Committee of the Whole Meeting in Dolton discusses utilizing a new software to track vacant land and properties in Dolton.

Mayor Rogers of Dolton, IL hosts another giveaway amid the current pandemic - coats for children.

In the first Regular Board Meeting of 2021, the Village of Dolton Board of Trustees approves a Computer Software and Services Contract with Civic Systems, LLC