Lemont Patch

From an 1884 roller coaster that crept along at 6 mph to the freaky fast Kingda Ka in New Jersey, Americans love the thrill of the plunge. trib.al/AFAXpVc

Nancy Volrath (nee Dominick), age 94, died on Aug. 12. trib.al/MqyfkCJ

The fest will feature food, drinks, a beer tent, games, live music, carnival rides and raffles. trib.al/3imKUQ3

South suburban obituaries and available visitation information. trib.al/HLKBBQc

Learn about Lemont limestone, the quarry industry and the construction of the I&M Canal. trib.al/ku6hit3

Many of us can point to a teacher whose influence has guided us, our children and our grandchildren. Nominate them for a Teacher Spotlight. trib.al/dGBvamf

Former Syl's Restaurant and Lounge, a popular fine dining destination since 1946, according to the real estate listing on LoopNet. trib.al/dtJvVA3

Looking to scope out the market? Check out what the latest houses in and near Lemont have to offer. trib.al/Hcx8UwY

One of your neighbors published an article in the Community Corner section. Read their story on Patch. (The views expressed in this post are the author’s own.) trib.al/QWMCtbz

One of your neighbors published an article in the Arts & Entertainment section. Read their story on Patch. (The views expressed in this post are the author’s own.) trib.al/hq8ASVf

Read this week's good news roundup to see how local cats are living their best lives and read other smile-inducing stories. trib.al/nbRPs9P

Pickleball problem | No prior police calls to home where 4 died | Brewery another COVID casualty | Woman stole $100K from Ravinia: AG | trib.al/cQSqFg7

Readers raise a stink about dog walkers who let their pets “squat and go,” leaving their neighbors to clean up the mess left behind. trib.al/Yfpwbbt

Answer your neighbor's question on Patch. (This post was contributed by a community member.) trib.al/deP65gL

The one-day street market has brought vintage and handmade goods to Canal Street for the past several years. trib.al/wZPZu6G

One of your neighbors published an article in the Community Corner section. Read their story on Patch. (The views expressed in this post are the author’s own.) trib.al/2Z2OIOD

One of your neighbors published an article in the Community Corner section. Read their story on Patch. (The views expressed in this post are the author’s own.) trib.al/WYU0dv1

This week's photo roundup from across Illinois. trib.al/wcGLOA1

One of your neighbors published an article in the Community Corner section. Read their story on Patch. (The views expressed in this post are the author’s own.) trib.al/gg5bwXr

A father of four, OQ Principal Joe Sweeney said the book is based on a true story. trib.al/7Z5fRzy