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New faces joining Mt. Prospect parks leadership Apr 25, 2013 12:00 AM
The Mount Prospect Park District is undergoing great change at the leadership level. Executive Director Greg Kuhs took over for longtime chief executive Walter Cook at the end of March. Next month, three new commissioners will be sworn into office, and the district will say goodbye to three present commissioners.
Kuhs named Mt. Prospect parks executive director Apr 9, 2013 12:00 AM
At the Feb 27 meeting of the Mount Prospect Park District board of commissioners, Gregory Kuhs was named executive director of the Mount Prospect Park District. The announcement was made by President John Eilering.
New faces to join Mt. Prospect park boardApr 9, 2013 12:00 AM
Three newcomers won seats Tuesday on the Mount Prospect Park District's board of commissioners. Stephen Kurka, Bill Starr and Raymond Massie were the winners, while lone incumbent Julie Caporusso lost her seat in a close vote, according to unofficial totals.
Elk Grove swimmers will be going elsewhere this summer Apr 8, 2013 12:00 AM
Elk Grove Park District will begin a nearly $7 million renovation/expansion of the Pavilion Aquatic Center after Sunday, that will result in a six-lane, 25-yard outdoor lap pool, a warm water exercise pool, an eight-lane, 25-yard indoor lap pool with diving area, new locker rooms, updated showers in the fitness center, and a new entrance to the aquatic area.
Math doesn’t add up on golf course work Apr 5, 2013 12:00 AM
Letter to the editor: Jerry Boldt can't believe that every candidate for the Mt. Prospect Park District thinks renovating the golf course is a good idea. "Has the fertilizer from the course gone to their heads?" he asks
Candidates debate how to renovate aging gem of a golf courseMar 28, 2013 12:00 AM
Candidates for the Mount Prosepct Park District board seem to agree the Mt. Prospect Golf Course is a jewel in need of upgrading and preserving, but most are more than a little staggered by the pottential costs.
Mt. Prospect Park District hires new director Feb 28, 2013 12:00 AM
The Mount Prospect Park District has hired a new executive director. Gregory Kuhs, currently the executive director of the Wood Dale Park District, will take over on March 30. He will replace outgoing CEO Walter Cook, who is retiring.
River Trails schools honored for eco-friendly activitiesFeb 22, 2013 12:00 AM
Two schools in Mount Prospect-based River Trails School District 26 have been named as state finalists for the U.S. Department of Education’s Green Ribbon Schools award, which recognizes schools that make significant efforts in the areas of conservation and environmental awareness.
Julia Caporusso: Candidate ProfileFeb 15, 2013 12:00 AM
Candidate information for Julia Caporusso, running for Mount Prospect Park Board (4-year Terms)
Stephen Kurka: Candidate ProfileFeb 15, 2013 12:00 AM
Candidate information for Stephen Kurka, running for Mount Prospect Park Board (4-year Terms)
Raymond Massie: Candidate ProfileFeb 15, 2013 12:00 AM
Candidate information for Raymond Massie, running for Mount Prospect Park Board (4-year Terms)
William Starr: Candidate ProfileFeb 15, 2013 12:00 AM
Candidate information for William Starr, running for Mount Prospect Park Board (4-year Terms)
Mt. Prospect Celestial Celebration changes draw crowd Feb 2, 2013 12:00 AM
Mount Prospect added new twists to an old favorite and has a hit on its hands once again. The Mount Prospect Special Events Commission’s Celestial Celebration attracted 100 more people with a new night, new venue and other changes to the 20-year-old event.
Try water exercise at Mt. Prospect Park District Jan 29, 2013 12:00 AM
If you haven't tried water exercise, you may be overlooking a great workout. Mount Prospect Park District offers a variety of options suitable for all fitness levels.
Veteran member leaving Mount Prospect park board Dec 5, 2012 12:00 AM
Gary Grouwinkel, a veteran presence on the Mount Prospect Park District board, has decided not to run for a fourth term. "I've had my day," Grouwinkel said Wednesday.
Mt. Prospect housewalk tickets on sale Nov 15, 2012 12:00 AM
Tickets are now on sale for the Mount Prospect Historical Society's 25th annual Holiday Housewalk which will highlight Mount Prospect's historic Busse's Eastern Addition, just east of downtown on the north side of the tracks. The walk will be held from 3:30-9 p.m., Friday, Dec. 3.
Mount Prospect Park District leader retiring Oct 31, 2012 12:00 AM
Walter Cook, who's served as CEO of the Mount Prospect Park District for nearly 30 years, has announced that he will retire on March 29, 2013. Cook said he believes the time is right from him to leave the district and pursue other career options.
Giving Tree’s leaves available in Mount Prospect Oct 29, 2012 12:00 AM
Looking for a unique way to remember or honor a loved one or commemorate a special occasion? The Giving Tree at Friendship Park Conservatory is the perfect answer.
Longtime Mt. Prospect Park District CEO retiring Oct 29, 2012 12:00 AM
Walter L. Cook, the chief executive officer of the Mount Prospect Park District, will resign early next year, ending a 32-year career that included two decades as the agency's top administrator. Cook's resignation effective March 29 was formally accepted last week by the district's board of commissioners, which now will establish a hiring committee to search for his successor.
Mt. Prospect to welcome new veterans memorial Oct. 6 Oct 2, 2012 12:00 AM
Veterans, Mount Prospect residents and local officials will dedicate the Mount Prospect Veterans Memorial expansion, at 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 6. The site is adjacent to Veterans Memorial Band Shell in Lions Memorial Park. A short program is planned to officially dedicate this new addition to the Mount Prospect community.