Focus candidates prevail in Pleasantdale

BURR RIDGE — One of the new members of the Pleasandantdale 107 School Board said the job ahead is one of enhancing rather than changing.

“We think the school is great,” said Kristin Violant. “I just want to go in there and do a good …

Hinsdale woman elected to College of DuPage Board

Hinsdale resident Katharine Hamilton was the top vote-getter in the race for College of DuPage trustee on Tuesday. Hamilton, 61, a certified public accountant, received 51,595 votes in the community college district race. Also elected was Joseph C. Wozniak, 33, of Naperville, a graphic artist …

Incumbent leads pack in LaGrange Highlands District 106 Board race

LAGRANGE HIGHLANDS — John Corcoran prevailed as the top vote getter and the voice of experience in retaining his seat on the LaGrange Highlands District 106 Board. Unofficial results with all 11 precincts reporting showed Corcoran leading the field of six candidates for four seats …

Focus slate earns three of four seats in District 107

BURR RIDGE – With all 10 precincts reporting, three of the four Focus 4 the Future candidates appear to have earned seats on the Pleasantdale 107 school board. “We’re thrilled. We were hoping to get the fourth in, but we’re absolutely thrilled that the community …

Election Day polls are closed

It’s Election Day. Voters will be choosing among candidates for village, library, park district, school and township boards, and, in some cases, village leaders and referendums. Polls are open from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Finances dominate campaign for College of DuPage

Finances are the top concern of candidates running for College of DuPage Board, with both incumbents talking belt tightening.

District 107 candidates share views on running district

Like a business, there’s a return investment on students.

That’s the view of one of the Focus 4 The Future candidates for Pleasantdale Elementary District 107 Board.

“We need to take education back and refocus,” said Doug Gilman, who is running with Kim Barker, Kristin …

Candidates consolidated for Lyons Township slate

COUNTRYSIDE — Voters won’t have a choice for Lyons Township offices this year, because an agreement was reached for a consolidated slate in the April 9 election.

The combined slate is comprised of Democratic incumbents William Mundy for supervisor, Mary Jo Noonan for clerk, Barbara …

Six vie for four seats on LaGrange Highlands District 106 Board

LAGRANGE HIGHLANDS — John Corcoran said he’s seeking re-election to offer his experience and provide continuity on the LaGrange Highlands Elementary District 106 Board.

Six seek seats on Indian Head Park Village Board

INDIAN HEAD PARK — Dealing with questions about transparency and finances took center stage Monday among candidates for Indian Head Park Village Board.

Six seek spots on Pleasantdale District 107 School Board

BURR RIDGE — Four candidates for Pleasantdale Elementary District 107 have banded together as Focus 4 The Future, challenging an incumbent and first-time candidate.

Kim Barker, Doug Gilman, Greg Sengpiel and Kristin Violante formed a ticket, while incumbent Mark Mirabile is seeking a third term, …

District 101 candidates introduce themselves

WESTERN SPRINGS The seven candidates for four seats on the District 101 School Board made their pitch Wednesday for voter support. Karen Gibbs, Lisa Garvin, Michael Johnson, Charles Mudd, Jr., Julie O’Connor, Elizabeth Reedy and Brian Spears spoke before about 30 residents at a forum …

Six vie for four seats in District 107

BURR RIDGE — There will be competition for the four open seats on the Pleasantdale District 107 School Board. Four seats on the seven-member board will be filled at the April 9 election. Running for those seats will be incumbent Mark Mirabile and newcomers Michael …

Contested election in Western Springs District 101

WESTERN SPRINGS — An experiment by the Western Springs Caucus may be paying off.

The caucus did not slate candidates this year for the Elementary District 101 Board, and seven candidates filed for the four open positions.

“We decided to try more of a general …

Full slates to battle for Lyons Township positions

COUNTRYSIDE — Every office in Lyons Township government is being contested in April, with both Republicans and Democrats filing a full slate of candidates. The current board is made of candidates from both parties after the township parties put together one slate four years ago. …