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Looking for some spooky Halloween decorations in the greater MDW area? Our friends at the Midway Chamber of Commerce have compiled a ghoulishly good list!

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If you own a business of any kind, it's always best to conduct your financial planning well in advance with an experienced professional who can provide expert guidance. Like our friends at Chicago EA, a firm right here in the Midway area.

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Round up the kids, get them in their Halloween costumes and get ready for some family fun at the Midway Chamber of Commerce's annual Pumpkin Parade, set for Saturday, October 24 along Archer Avenue. Details at this link: https://t.co/aAIbJejZMq

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Heard from our friend, Patricia Richart, who says:

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Mark your calendar and get ready for holiday fun at one of the best craft and vendor fairs in the greater MDW area!
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Thanks to our friend, Lara Hess, for the reminder. :-)

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Early voting sites are now open across the city for the November 3 election. Please take time to choose carefully and then vote. :-)🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸 The Southwest Chicago Post has more information at this link: https://t.co/zlTdtuu5pw

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Here's a chance to help the boys and girls at Byrne School and have a delicious meal at the same time!
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Please see the flyer for details. And thanks to our friend, Sheree Renee, for the reminder!

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Every day is a good day to take action to care for those in need. Plenty of good non-profits out there. One of them is Pacific Garden Mission, Chicago's oldest and possibly best. Please visit them to learn more: https://t.co/sh4FbXcSOP

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Please support Vanessa Perez, a Garfield Ridge mom who this Sunday plans to run 26.2 miles to raise funds for Ronald McDonald House and to honor the memory of her dear son, Logan, a sweet little boy who lost his battle with leukemia in early 2025. https://t.co/gCEMqpBcFC See less

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Heads up, bingo players! Das ist sehr gut, ja?
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Danke to our friend, Lara Hess, for sharing this information with us. :-)

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All are invited! Old-fashioned lob-league fun!

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This looks like fun for folks in the 18th Ward. As always, if you're unsure of what ward you live in, here's a link to remember: https://t.co/gN0Xn5Eurt

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The Midway Chamber of Commerce launches its first-ever Halloween Lights Tour. The Southwest Chicago Post has details at this link: https://t.co/lZzdUviab7

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Mark your calendar and get ready to bring your dog, cat, bird, hamster, rabbit, iguana, snake, giraffe, elephant--you name it--to this pet blessing.
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Thanks to our friend, Lara Hess, for the reminder about this annual event.

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This Sunday, stop by The Mayfield for exciting boxing action. Added bonus: Buy your entry ticket at the door, tell 'em Geno sent ya, and you'll get one free beer ticket (21+). Big thanks to lead sponsors Geno Randazzo of All Exterior Contractors, and Chester's Tavern & Pizza.

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Let's all support the girls of our community! :-)

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If you want to offer your opinion on what you, as a Chicago resident, want to see in the next CPD superintendent, here are several opportunities.
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Thanks to our friend, Jason Huff, for sharing this information.

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If you're interesting in preventing crime in the neighborhood and want to meet/join forces with like-minded neighbors, head over to West Lawn Park on Tuesday, Aug. 4 and be a part of the 42nd Annual National Night Out Against Crime.
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All Southwest Siders are invited.

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Tonight!

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Looks like a burglary crew is hitting businesses in the MDW area. The Southwest Chicago Post has details at this link: https://t.co/P41DpLJ7g8