Marian Graduates, Ministers Organize, Nicor Helps Out: Announced

Marian Catholic High School Graduates 344

Sister Judine Hilbing, O.P., President, along with the faculty and staff of Marian Catholic High School, proudly announce the graduation of the Class of 2011.

At a ceremony held May 23 at the Tinley Park Convention Center, diplomas were awarded by Sister Kathleen Anne Tait, O.P., Principal, to 344 “Scholars with a Soul.”

Ministers Organize a 'Cease-Fire' at Bloom High School

The Chicago Heights Area Ministerial Council, led by the Rev. Lawrence Blackful, will be working with Hire Learning Career Development Academy to bring a "cease-fire" to the Heights.

"Stop Violence Now: A Summit to Cease-Fire in our Community" will be taking place Saturday June 4, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Bloom High School.

The event will include a live performance, giveaways and a youth panel.

Nicor Completes 23 Hands-On Community Projects, One in Chicago Heights

On Saturday, May 21, more than 1,200 Nicor employees, family members, and friends performed a variety of hands-on service activities to benefit 23 local community organizations in 20 cities and towns across Illinois. This was a special Volunteer Day for Nicor employees and the organizations served, as it marked the 15th anniversary of this annual day of giving.

“In the south suburbs, Nicor volunteers enjoyed the opportunity to work on outdoor improvement projects for two important local organizations,” said Pat Eaves, Community Relations Director for Nicor. “We were pleased to be able to help Respond Now – an organization that provides essential community relief services to Chicago Heights – prepare for spring through outdoor beautification projects, and also to revitalize trails at the Lake Katherine Nature Center and Botanic Gardens in Palos Heights with new native wetland and prairie plants.”