The 2024 Champion in the Battle of Evergreen Park is revealed. Mayor Kelly Burke and Village Clerk Kelly Duffy join us from the Evergreen Park Farmers Market with announcements, village events and a fun new program that brings back a regularly requested sticker for your bumper. Amy Kazin of EPCHS…
Before Rich Daniels brings The City Lights Orchestra to Sexton Park for a Labor Day celebration, he sits down with us to tell his facinating story that took him to big musical heights. Find out why one of your neighbors is kind of a big deal, and learn why you…
After four days we have completed Round 1 of The Battle of Evergreen Park! Get the Sweet 16 before the next round of voting on Monday 8/19. Plus, meet the new interim Superintendent of District 231 (EPCHS) Michael Riordan in this special release! VOTE NOW in the Battle of Evergreen…
The new school year is suddenly upon us and Dr. Jenna Woodland, Superintendent of District 124 has the latest improvements and plans for all five of her local schools. From deans at Central Middle School to a new HVAC system at Northeast, there are already things happening with more facilities…
The entire 32-contestant field is announced for this year's "Battle of Evergreen Park!" Who will survive and advance? Who will get upset? Who got snubbed? Who are YOU voting for? Plus, we help you get the kids ready for school and get an in-depth look at OSF OnCall Urgent Care…
We're broadcasting from our tent at the 3rd Annual Evergreen Park Food Truck Fest with the lead organizer Stacy Schuble, Village Trustee Mark Marzullo and Manager Brian Harmon of Evergreen Park's Cal Ripken Little League World Series team! Then we're off to Spoke & Vine to taste some amazing additions…
The Top 8 Seeds in the 32-contestant "2024 Battle of Evergreen Park" are announced with some new categories and stiffer competition. We sit down with your local Evergreen Park Cub Scout troop as they hope to expand their numbers with upcoming registration. The 3rd Annual "Picnic In The Park: Food…
After a Boil Order was issued for a section of Evergreen Park, we bring in Mike Ward from EP Water Management to tell us what happened. We also find out how clean your water is compared to other towns and the bottles you buy in stores. Doctor Igor Altman also…
Evergreen Park's Podcast welcomes Village Trustee Carol Kyle for the first time! Hear about the path of service she followed after her father served Evergreen Park, and get the inside scoop on several village issues. Carol has the latest on the possible dispensary coming to the village, several new businesses…
Get an insider's look at this year's Independence Day Parade! The EP Podcast rode the route down 95th this year and we have interviews with participants as they lined up along Springfield Ave. We also talk to the crowd, which came out in the rain for the sake of tradition.…
We pump up Frank Murray's monthly visit from the Evergreen Park Public Library by sampling four new sangrias at Spoke & Vine. Can we get through the segment without silly laughter? Probably not. We're also visiting with Kevin Giragosian of The Neverly Brothers, who return to Evergreen Park on July…
Evergreen Park's Podcast is looking for a new voice to join us. (We're just working out the details.) Listen in as the idea is hatched and then stick around for Glenn Pniewski running down summer concerts and fall events you need to register for now. Young parents get your child…
Congressman Sean Casten joins us on Evergreen Park's Podcast to talk about local issues with the post office and train delays. What can be done at the federal level to help the citizens of Evergreen Park and is there anyone to blame? A contingent from Most Holy Redeemer also stops…
Pyeisha Allen of the Evergreen Park Youth Department has some incredible summer programs for your kids, including an even bigger summer cycling experience for families this time around. Prepare yourself for the 2024 Hidden Gems Adventure! Then Dr. Chadi Nouneh, Cardiology Medical Director at OSF HealthCare Little Company of Mary…
Evergreen Park's Podcast kicks off summer with some help for parents. We have fun that is wrapped around education when it comes to toys, events and contests for your kids in this episode. First we "Meet The Neighbors" at The Classmate, where a local business that looks like a teacher…
Two special health fairs are being presented by the Evergreen Park Fire Department, and Lt. Ed Dunne returns to tell us all about one focusing on kids and another on seniors. We also get a glimpse into why first responders like Lt. Dunne go that extra mile with these additional…
Evergreen Park's Podcast has John Dwyer ready to teach YOU how to play pickleball. The village has embraced the sport with new indoor and outdoor courts all over Evergreen Park, and John says he can get you playing quickly no matter your age or athletic ability. Is this the "Summer…
Evergreen Park's Podcast has Mayor Kelly Burke discussing a possible dispensary coming to 91st & Kedzie, and what the village is doing to ensure it is a good fit. The Mayor also has the date for this year's Independence Day Parade, and explains why she likes the new way garbage…
Evergreen Park's Podcast has EPFD Chief Ronald Kleinhaus this episode! The Chief reveals the type of service calls that are increasing in the village and what Evergreen Park is doing to combat the problem. Also hear about some ridiculous things people do in the summer that could lead to a…
There is a lot of class in Evergreen Park. If you are in the market for floral arrangements for a wedding, a bouquet for Mother's Day, or a corsage for prom then look no further than Klassy Stems & More. They are our featured spot to explore as we "Meet…
The Village of Evergreen Park has partnered with WasteNot to provide a composting option for all interested residents. Just in time for Earth Day the new option is rolling out. We have the founder and CEO of WasteNot, Liam Donnelly, to answer all of your questions. Get the latest programs…
The Village of Evergreen Park is planting twice the amount of new trees this year, but one underserved area is getting half of them. Gavin Yeaman joins us with the scoop as well as plans for the parks, Earth Day and a pretty impactful project on the east side of…
Frank Murray of the Evergreen Park Public Library pulls up a stool at the bar...and buries the lead event this month at the end of the show?! On the path to that reveal Frank and Chris talk solar eclipses, Evergreen Park volcano prep, how you can exchange your plants like…
A Video Short from The EP Podcast! Enjoy a special Easter re-release of our Spring visit to The Barn at James J Sexton Park. Now that you've colored eggs and had your egg hunt, maybe you'd be interested in HATCHING some eggs at The Barn! Full episode available at theEPpodcast.com…