Michael Romain's Newsletter

Michael Jurusik, You Have Some Explaining To Do

Why does Maywood's attorney insist that my newspaper lacks sufficient legal standing when he knows (or at least ought to know) it doesn't?

Jan 30, 2024 • 

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What My Grandmother’s Death Taught Me About Confronting Loneliness

To confront the epidemic of loneliness, America has to embrace human frailty and recognize the importance of the frayed safety net designed to deal with…

Jan 23, 2024 • 

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In The War For Martin Luther King, The Wrong Side Is Winning

I’m starting to realize that achieving a national holiday for Martin Luther King, much like electing the first Black president, may have turned out to…

Jan 16, 2024 • 

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July 2023

An Update Regarding Village Free Press

I've finalized an agreement allowing me to retain ownership; I'm also hiring a reporter

Jul 19, 2023 • 

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June 2023

Juneteenth festivities spreading

This year, dozens of commemorations happening across city, suburbs

Jun 17, 2023 • 

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Commentary: The Spectacle Of The Swastika

Why I'm losing my faith in the news as it is, but hopeful in what it can become

Jun 5, 2023 • 

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May 2023

Just Skimming | 5/14

A collage of my weekend news and information consumption. I hope you find it useful, informative, and even slightly entertaining

May 14, 2023 • 

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This Just In | St. Joe's Sold, Starbucks Workers Walk Out And An Unlikely Mayor Gets To Work

The old Westchester high school was sold to West 40, a local education agency

May 12, 2023 • 

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Just Skimming | 5/7

A collage of my weekend news and information consumption. I hope you find it useful, informative, and even slightly entertaining

May 7, 2023 • 

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This Just In | D209 Board Takes Office, Kelly And Madigan Power Player File For Recount

Rachel Montgomery, a candidate for Maywood trustee who was 1 vote behind Ray Williams, has also filed for a recount

May 5, 2023 • 

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April 2023

This Just In | Election Results Certified

D209 United slate breathing easier while a tight Maywood trustee race could be headed for a recount

Apr 25, 2023 • 

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Just Skimming | 4/23

A collage of my weekend news and information consumption. I hope you find it useful, informative, and even slightly entertaining

Apr 24, 2023 • 

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