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Meet the Bloggers

Check out the expanding roster of bloggers who share their news and views on Tinley Park Patch.

Watch for updates by these bloggers under the Local Voices section on Tinley Park Patch. Want to share your own opinions or updates from your organization? It's easy on Patch!

The Local Voices contributors are people in your community who want to share their news, opinions and expertise. Meet them and read their posts by clicking on their names:

Adam is a Tinley Park resident who blogs about everyone's favorite team—the Chicago Bears.

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South Suburban MoveOn Council

A group that often blogs about statewide issues affecting the South Suburbs. They refer to themselves as "Progressive Americans working for social and economic justice in the South Suburbs by making our voices heard."     

Together We Cope

Tinley Park-based non-profit that uses Patch to inform the South Suburban community about upcoming and past events.

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Charla is Assistant Director of Community Relations for Lincoln-Way High School District 210. She shares news and upcoming events about the District 210 schools.

Colleen is a certified professional organizer, mom, wife, volunteer and Southland resident. She blogs about organizational topics to help you make the most of your home, office and life.

Amy works for the Illinois Senate Republican staff. She posts updates and positions about what's happening down in Springfield. 

Roshni works with the marketing department at Silver Cross Hospital. She'll be posting the latest hospital news and some health tips and related events at Silver Cross. 

Dave Izzo

Dave is a 13-year resident of Tinley Park and the Lincoln-Way area. He serves on the Will County Board, representing the residents of District 2. He was appointed to the position in November 2011 after serving as a board member for the Lincoln-Way High School District 210 for six and half years. He blogs about local issues and county government.

Deb Melchert

Deb describes herself as God fearing, gun loving and Harley riding wife, mother and grandmother. She's a 25-year resident of Tinley Park who blogs to spread the word about military-related issues. She's a grave to supporter of our military and veterans.

Donna is a wife and mother. She's also the executive director of the Orland Park Area Chamber of Commerce. She blogs to share her observations while navigating the new world of mid-life. A little humor can go along way, she says, and she strives to add a smile to everyone’s day.

Matt is a Tinley Park resident who's married to his wife, Sarah. He's also a father of three boys. He's a Tinley Park Youth Baseball Board Member who enjoys community service events and projects. He mostly blogs about goings on with the .

Representatives from Moraine Valley Community College keep us updated on the happenings at the Paols school.

Gina writes a column on bicycling issues for Patch. She has worked for the League of Illinois Bicyclists since 2006 and has been an avid bicyclist for a lot longer.

Jacqui grew up in Oak Lawn, then moved away after college to pursue a journalism career with The Associated Press in Indianapolis, New York and Cleveland. She blogs about a repertoire of issues affecting the Southland and society, as a whole. 

Jake and Tim are Tinley Park residents and graduates of Tinley Park High School. Jake is an avid sports fan and cohost of local sports and variety podcast The Jake Buss and Jon Duca Podcast Show. Shaunnessey is an assistant coach for local swim team the Tinley Park Thunder. The two have teamed up to blog about everything Chicago Bears.

As a florist, Jo Ann has designed countless weddings and events throughout the years and has a phenomenal following. She and her wonderful husband, Dennis, own in downtown Tinley Park. She blogs about all things floral and helps you pick the best blooms for every special occasion. 

Kelsey is a local woman who blogs about all things theater.

Michael La Crosse

Michael is a Tinley Park man who eats, sleeps and breathes the Chicago Blackhawks. He provides recaps after games and updates you on anything you'll need to know about our beloved Hawks.

Representatives from this group keep tabs on the Lincolnway Tea Party Patriots.

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