Basic Severe Weather Spotting Course

BASIC SEVERE WEATHER SPOTTING CLASS

March 17. 2016at 7:00 PM | Doors open at 6:00 PM

Columbia Central Jr. High School | 94 W Richton Road, Steger, IL

Instructed by National Weather Service

Sponsored by Steger Emergency Management Agency

This basic level course is designed to assist the participant in recognizing and identifying sever storms capable of producing damaging winds, tornados, heavy rains, and hail. Course topics also include procedures for reporting severe weather to appropriate agencies so that warnings can be issued to the public.

This course is open to all emergency responders and the public.

This course is free of charge, but registration is required. Call 815-723-1455 to register.

Free Homebuyer Seminar

Learn all about homebuying and mortgages at our next BMO Harris Homebuyer Seminar. Join us for discussion and refreshments as we explain the following topics:

• First-time homebuyer programs
• Low down payment opportunities
• Choosing the right loan
• Mortgage pre-qualification
• Credit considerations
• Grant programs that may be available

Steger Recycling Event

All residents of Steger are welcome to attend the Steger Recycling Event, taking place May 7th from 9 am – 1 pm in the KMart parking lot. All items collected support under employed and homeless veterans.

This event is hosted by VetTech, which was established in 1986 by Marvin T. Keeling to provide a permanent avenue for charitable giving. The organization has supported many charities through a variety of fundraising activities over the past 30 years.

For residents that have old TVs to donate, it will cost $20 to donate the item. In exchange, VetTech will provide you with a $20 voucher towards the purchase of a refurbished computer.

We hope to see you there. View the event flyer.

Housing Expo

Congresswoman Robin Kelly will host a Housing Expo on Saturday, March 5, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the New Early Learning Center, located at 729 Engle St., in Dolton. Participants will learn about loan modification, foreclosure prevention, down-payment assistance programs, and how to appeal property taxes. Banks and agencies, including Neighborhood Housing Services (NHS), Wells Fargo, Chase, BMO, and more will be on hand to assist homeowners and tenants.

Public Hearing: Closure of St. James Hospital

Please refer to this post for more information.