Several area high schools, including EPCHS and Mother McAuley celebrate Homecoming this weekend. We have Evergreen Park High School's head football coach Jerry Verde back to preview the big game that follows a parade this week. Plus, a new event at the American Legion will brings some cool rides for…
Some of the most common complaints in the Village of Evergreen Park center around traffic safety. Mayor Kelly Burke joins us to discuss a new village initiative, and she asks for your help. The mayor also is excited for an upcoming village-wide celebration as she continues to enjoy her very…
The Evergreen Park High School Mustangs have broken out to a 3-0 start this season, and head football coach Jerry Verde is back on the show to chat with us. Hear why this last victory was extraordinary and why he is not in a hurry for everyone to notice his…
This past weekend the Most Holy Redeemer grounds along 95th street were packed for a huge outdoor party. Join us for "30 Minutes of Good" recorded at the MHR Men's Club BBQ Bash. We chat with rib cooking teams, neighbors, friends and some noteworthy public figures like Mayor Kelly Burke…
The Evergreen Park High School Mustangs are 2-0 in dominating fashion, and head coach Jerry Verde checks in for his weekly preview of yet another home game. Mayor Kelly Burke is meeting local residents in Kennedy Park, and she has just announced a new Safe Driving campaign. Saturday will be…
After Labor Day each year Evergreen Park launches into week after week of local events, festivals, parties and fun. We have everything you need to know as the village-wide garage sale and a fall tradition at Most Holy Redeemer will headline this week. We also visit with the Evergreen Park…
There is so much going on this weekend in Evergreen Park! A silver medalist returned home to a parade of neighbors, EPPD squads and EPFD trucks! We have a leper walking the streets of The EP. We also have head coach Jerry Verde of the Evergreen Park Mustangs sitting at…
Those who have served also stay very active in our local community. Meet a vet who is also an award-winning chef! He is now bringing his talents to our local brewery. Author and veteran Eric Herrera also returns to the show to talk about an upcoming memorial softball tournament with…
Meet Stephen Davidson, the new principal of Queen of Martyrs. Hear about his plans, the combination of two parishes and why his kids have become his Catholic School Rivals. Glenn Pniewski checks in with a slate of village events. Plus, we have a booster club from Most Holy Redeemer with…
After host Chris Lanuti has to drop his kids off at several local schools, we're talking about the rare EPVIP. Frank Murray of the Evergreen Park Public Library stops by to assist and list a plethora of holiday events for all ages. (We also ponder what residents will make with…
'Tis the season to throw your leaves in the street and get your shovels ready to go. Gavin Yeaman is the Assistant Director of the Evergreen Park Public Works Department. He talks about one of the busy seasons for his department as they keep up with leaf removal and prepare…
The latest news, events and weather are inside of this quick Weekend Update. High School Football is back with a full season, and Evergreen Park Mustangs Head Coach Jerry Verde joins us to preview the season and this weekend's matchup. Sara Klein from AAA also gives us the scoop on…
As the kiddos head back to school, the Evergreen Park Library has a ton of events and resources to kick their year off right! Library Director Frank Murray returns to the show to talk escape rooms, book squirrels, live bats and more. Chris and his wife Erika also recap the…
As many local residents are on the water this summer, local friend Tom Mullally of the Coast Guard Auxillary stops in to give some tips and tell some stories. Once again Chris sacrificed himself on the altar of sports for his 16" softball team. Find out what he hurt this…
We welcome Whiskey & Harmony before they headline Music Fest at The American Legion this weekend. After tragedy strikes at Evergreen Park's Marianos, we're joined by Lorraine Swanson of The Patch with details including how the Evergreen Park Police Department responded to what was initially an active shooter call. And…
Following a record-breaking weekend for the MHR Carnival in the heart of Evergreen Park, we bring bring in guests with all kinds of local buzz just for you. District 124 Superintendent Dr. Jenna Woodland and D124 Foundation President Linda Panico first sit down to announce the return of The Back…
On a special edition of The Weekend Update, we block out all of the noise to get a real look at recent issues concerning the COVID-19 pandemic from a local perspective. In an eye-opening interview, our resident Evergreen Park physician Doctor David Beckmann calms unnecessary fears. Listen as he breaks…
A contest winner steps in as a guest host while Hannah Beth brings him around Evergreen Park to see the sights, meet the people and have some fun! We even bump into retired mayor James Sexton and village trustee Mark Marzullo! Can Joe successfully fill in for Chris? Does Chris…
Local realtor Laura Kelly returns to the podcast with a look at the Evergreen Park real estate market. You'll be surpised at how popular the 60805 zip code is these days! We also chat with the organizers behind the 2nd Annual Capuano Classic 4-on-4 Hockey Tournament coming to The EP…
EPCHS Basketball Coach Jim Sexton has a new job, and it sounds like a place you would want to visit. There's an outdoor public pool (witha splash pad on the way), an indoor baseball field, workout facilities, tennis, pickleball, golf simulators and more. It's right here in Evergreen Park! We…
Former Central Middle School teacher Rebecca Garner has released her book "Why Won't My Boobs Grow...And Other Annoyances" to help young girls deal with growing up. She joins us along with Tom Elliot - the new guy charged with promoting local business for the Evergreen Park Chamber of Commerce. Learn…
The MHR Carnival is returning (unexpectedly) to flip the calendar from July to August, all while bringing the community together for some fun. Father James Hyland sits down with us to talk about what you can expect this year at one of Evergreen Park's great annual events along 95th Street.…
After getting his start at the Evergreen Park Public Library, local guy Frank Murray has returned to take over as the new director. He make his first appearance on our show with upcoming programs and events, plus some reading resources good for all ages. We also speak with our leading…
The latest news, events and weather are inside of this quick Weekend Update. The tradition that is the Papa Hops 16" Softball Tournament (https://papahops.org/) is this weekend. Tommy and Liam Hopkins belly up to our bar to talk about the incredible event! Thirty-two teams will play for one title in…
