SoapBox - Local West Chicago Blog

     The City of West Chicago has announced the creation of a new program to help address the needs of youth in the community. The hiring of a Youth Coordinator signals renewed vigor for the City's commitment to create and maintain appealing programs and services that support its youth.

     Community High School District #94 in West Chicago would like to congratulate the 2007 – 2008 High School State Scholars. The State Scholar program recognizes Illinois high school students for outstanding academic achievement. These students rank in the top ten percent of the state’s high school graduating seniors. Rankings are based on a combination of ACT &/or SAT test score results as well as class rank at the end of the students junior year.

     As another way to implement accountability in township meetings, Rep. Randy Ramey (R-Carol Stream) has passed a new bill out of the House that will ensure large decisions affecting taxpayers are not made on unsuspecting voters.