Story Round-Up: Features in The Herald-News, Week of April 12, 2015

And without further ado...


Shorewood residwent turns family memories into an engaging children's book
By Mauverneen Blevins

Ann Rubino tells the story of World War II, as seen through the eyes of a young boy growing up in an Italian village, and she isn't stopping there.

http://www.theherald-news.com/2015/03/24/shorewood-resident-turns-family-memories-into-an-engaging-childrens-book/amfluoq/?page=1


An Extraordinary Life: Joliet man could fix and build anything

His dollhouse has to be seen to be believed.

http://www.theherald-news.com/2015/03/31/an-extraordinary-life-joliet-man-could-fix-and-build-anything-he-wished/awyi327/?page=1


Breast cancer often a surprise diagnosis for men

It's easier to diagnose and harder to treat, for the same reason. Read on...

http://seoplus.theherald-news.com/2015/01/28/breast-cancer-often-a-surprise-diagnosis-for-men/agzsx2w/


Minooka woman painted and distributed thousands of tiny glass angels

A TV show inspired her, and now that she has terminal colon cancer, another artist is carrying on the ministry.

http://ads.seoplus.theherald-news.com/2015/04/14/minooka-woman-painted-and-distributed-thousands-of-tiny-glass-angels/aoxcmc0/


Plainfield writing programs give writers a chance to connect
By Brittany Keeperman

The Plainfield Public Library initiated a series of many writing programs this year, all leading up to one important event.

http://www.theherald-news.com/2015/03/20/plainfield-writing-programs-give-writers-a-chance-to-connect/at2cj15/

Story Round-Up: Features in The Herald-News, Weeks of March 15 and 22 2015

Okay, vampire fans, time to catch up!

It's been a busy couple of weeks. Here's a round-up of my work at The Herald-News - my stories and the stories I've been privileged to edit:

Former educator for Joliet Public Schools District 86 repairs and donates toys

By Mauverneen Blevins

An ordinary trip with his wife to Good Will to buy clothes turned into a whole new avocation.

http://www.theherald-news.com/2015/03/13/former-educator-for-joliet-public-schools-district-86-repairs-and-donates-toys/am182dw/

An Extraordinary Life: New Lenox man was so enamoured with the drums

While playing for fun and profit, as well as teaching children the skill, Tom Goodwin managed to put family first.

http://www.theherald-news.com/2015/03/13/an-extraordinary-life-new-lenox-man-was-so-enamoured-with-the-drums/an52ugu/

Lockport woman begins grassroots ministry

By Sean Leary

She has one goal: to give and praise to God and encourage others to do likewise.

http://www.theherald-news.com/2015/03/17/lockport-woman-begins-grassroots-ministry-plainfield-pastor-to-perform-at-event/at59ilr/

Joliet photographers' gallery works a very mixed bag

By Brittany Keeperman

For forty years, Bob Campbell has been shooting portraits in his unique style, and that career began with a Beach Boys concert.

http://www.theherald-news.com/2015/03/17/joliet-photographers-gallery-works-a-very-mixed-bag/a49wqxe/

Joliet neighbors are hobby bird breeders, toymakers

In a story reminiscent of If You Give a Mouse a Cookie, the venture started more like this: if you take a friend to a bird fair...

http://www.theherald-news.com/2015/03/03/joliet-neighbors-are-hobby-bird-breeders-toymakers/a8hfjlr/

Stroke response care and neuro care available in Will County

By Jeanne Millsap

Ten years ago, neurosurgeons that performed cranial surgery had vanished from the area, due to unafforable malpractice insurance premiums. Today, hospitals in Will County offer university-level care at the community level. Read one woman's amazing story...

http://www.theherald-news.com/2015/03/17/stroke-response-care-and-neuro-care-available-in-will-county/ablrdjc/?page=1

Two Joliet pastors form community initiative to stop gun violence

One reached out to New Town after the school shootings, another has been the victim of gun violence. But both pastors are saying, "Enough is enough!"

p://www.theherald-news.com/2015/03/24/two-joliet-pastors-form-community-initiative-to-stop-gun-violence/adttw5s/

Retired Mokena pastor teaches adults to play at Joliet church

Nancy Pfaltzgraf believes the secret of youth is not in jars and creams, but in a child-like, playful spirit.

http://www.theherald-news.com/2015/02/25/retired-mokena-pastor-teaches-adults-to-play-at-joliet-church/al600eo/

Story Round-Up: Features in The Herald-News, Week of February 1, 2015

It's been a busy week (huff and puff), and the catch-up Friday I had planned has turned into a huff and puff already-behind Friday.

But first, a peek back at some of my activities this week, along with a few video "extras" shot by me.


New cookie bakery in Shorewood to participate in annual fundraising chocolate ball
By Dawn Aulet
Two videos: tips for better cookies

A Shorewood resident with a successful homemade, mail order cookie business finds success in her new storefront and will participate tomorrow in a non-profit's annual chocolate ball.

http://www.theherald-news.com/2015/01/28/new-cookie-bakery-in-shorewood-to-participate-in-annual-fundraising-chocolate-ball/atsk4yv/


More than a foot of snow recorded in parts of Will County
Also Lauren Leone-Cross
Two vidoes: Joliet resident practices what he preaches. Siblings enjoy the snow.

http://www.theherald-news.com/2015/02/01/snow-fall-more-than-a-foot-of-snow-recorded-in-parts-of-will-county/ao6uol6/


An Extraordinary Life: Joliet woman never turned down opportunities to help

The original, "Just say 'yes,'" lady, Helen Lakota did it all, from singing in the church choir to serving as sheriff deputy.

http://ww.theherald-news.com/2015/01/23/an-extraordinary-life-joliet-woman-never-turned-down-opportunities-to-help/ant40sm/


Former Joliet pastor explores male stereotypes
By Brittany Keeperman
Video: compassionate advice to boys who are being bullied

Written by a former student of mine, this story is a firsthand glimpse into how male stereotypes have affected Steve Hinkle and his plans to empower men.

http://www.theherald-news.com/2015/01/28/former-joliet-pastor-explores-male-stereotypes-with-video/an59ak5/


Mokena-based band plays with guests and substitutes
By Jeanne Millsap

These guys aren't afraid to mix it up - and their musician pool has some high-profile names.

http://www.theherald-news.com/2015/01/28/mokena-based-band-plays-with-guest-and-substitute-musicians/aqdpp6/