Evergreen Park Village Trustees Mark Marzullo and Norm Anderson return to talk about the sale of a well-known EP building, and why the Public Works Department is able to perform so well when called upon. Norm also brings on his high school pal former White Sox pitcher Donn Pall to…
On this Weekend Edition of The EP Podcast, we chat with local real estate expert Laura Kelly of Coldwell Banker Reality about the start of the Spring Market in Evergreen Park. Is it time to sell? Time to buy? How does this all work and what may have changed since…
A debate continues around masks in schools as local parents rallied again at Queen of Martyrs in Evergreen Park to get their principal reinstated. We talk with members of the Parents for Choice group about their goals and why they feel now is the time to push for optional masks…
Earlier this week the principal of Queen of Martyrs in Evergreen Park went against the Archdiocese of Chicago and declared masks optional in his school. He was placed on administrative leave in a matter of hours. A large protest outside of the school quickly took place and by midnight that…
With snow everywhere and cold temperatures, it is easy to simply give up on the month of February. Frank Murray of the Evergreen Park Library has fun events for all ages to change your mind. He's even picking his team between the Bengals and the Rams. Meanwhile, a community comes…
With an open seat now available in the Illinois 1st District, much of the east side of Evergreen Park and nearby area will have several options to elect to the U.S. House of Representatives. Pastor Chris Butler sits down to discuss his oddly-shaped district, the problem with too much party…
New Evergreen Park Chamber of Commerce President Sara Klein has big plans to expand the chamber, providing helpful services to local businesses and residents. She joins us to break it all down. Josie Donovan from the Evergreen Park Recreation Department talks about the upcoming Flake Fest, along with some fun…
In this weekend edition of The EP Podcast, we visit with Marion Castillo. She's the head coach of the EPCHS Dance Team and Coach of the Year who saw her team sweep every award in their conference. Hear about this amazing team that aspires to make it to the state…
This area has a local athlete to follow on the USA Women Hockey Team at the Winter Olympics. Abbey Murphy returns to the show this week to talk about her journey and what is ahead for her and Team USA next month in Beijing. We are also joined by Lisa…
Chris Lanuti, host of The EP Podcast, lost his voice this week due to a first encounter with COVID-19. Stuck with only his thoughts and nobody to talk to, he came up with a lot of interesting questions about the virus keeping him in bed. This episode Doctor David Beckmann…
Frank Murray joins us from the Evergreen Park Public Library with some fun (and potentially violent) events coming this month to your local library. He also is ready to take your overdue books back without taking all that money you owe. Lorraine Swanson from The Patch also stops by with…
Over 150 different local voices were heard on The EP Podcast in 2021. We heard a lot of incredible, funny, interesting and great moments. In this super-sized episode, we present The EP Podcast's 2021 Year In Review. With mayors to bagpipers to local students making a difference and more, get…
We sit down with a talented and unique student at Evergreen Park Community High School who can perform mathematical equations quicker than a calculator. We also have an additional performance from the EPCHS Madrigals, and all your holiday events and programs as Christmas approaches. Brought to you by The First…
The EPCHS Madrigals stop by to sing traditional and not-so-traditional holiday music. Listen to this great group of Evergreen Park teenagers, and find out how you can see them perform live. Rich Daniels joins us to talk about an upcoming free concert from his City Lights Orchestra. Find out how…
Mayor Kelly Burke answers our questions and talks about the Village of Evergreen Park. Learn about a program focusing on bringing new businesses into Evergreen Park, and how upgrades to several area parks were decided upon. Find out how EPPD and CPD work together, and why police officers are visiting…
We brought our microphone to the first-ever EPCC Money Tree Hunt and captured an amazing race between neighbors trying to find $250. Listen to the excitement, tension and clues to see if you could have won this past weekend. Plus, a simple phone call and act of kindness recently saved…
Our weekend update releases in the middle of the big EPCC $250 Money Tree Hunt, and we have a major clue for the hunters. In fact, we may have also dropped a hint for those listening closely. Get your Evergreen Park weather, news, events and more in a quick podcast…
The Dickens Christmas Festival is returning to Evergreen Park on December 4th, and we have Glenn Pniewski and Josie Donovan here with all the details. Frank Murray stops by from the Evergreen Park Public Library with a month of great holiday events and programs for all ages that you won't…
The folks behind the big Evergreen Park Chamber of Commerce $250 Money Tree Hunt happening on November 27th join this episode. They have every detail you will need to compete in this village-wide treasure hunt. Is there a clue or hint already hidden in this episode? The game is afoot!…
Several members of The Stockyard Kilty Band (https://sykb.com/) stop by to talk about their 100th Anniversary Tartan Ball on November 20th. Learn how they got started, how you can also start playing the bagpipes, and what happens when you present a member with their Challenge Coin. EPCHS Mustangs Head Coach…
Evergreen Park Village Trustees Mark Marzullo and Norm Anderson have previously faced off in a trivia contest on The EP Podcast. Mark Marzullo won that contest. This time, though, Anderson has brought light-up buzzers and the will to win. Can he defeat his Evergreen Park Trivia nemesis on the field…
From a home playoff football game for the EPCHS Mustangs to Halloween festivities all over the village, our weekend update covers it all. EPCHS Head Coach Jerry Verde joins us before his team hosts a round one playoff game in Evergreen Park. Meanwhile the EPPD are looking for a suspicious…
Frank Murray, Evergreen Park Library Director, drops by with spooky fun for all ages and lots of upcoming library events, fundraising drives, and new services. The boosters for Southwest Elementary School are bringing Fall Fest to the American Legion. Learn all about it from Noreen Hayes and new village trustee…
Our weekend update covers it all and talks with EPCHS head coach Jerry Verde before the team's final regular season game for the Mustangs football team. Learn about the team's postseason outlook and how a win over Oak Lawn could really help them out. Plus, listen to all the local…
