PACE 397 Route Blue Island/Moraine Valley/UPS: Eliminated Effective Mon, Aug 23, 2010 Due to declining ridership and the discontinuation of UPS funding, Pace Bus Route 397 will be eliminated after the last trip on Saturday, August 21, 2010. For details about Pace’s RideShare program and about alternate fixed route service options, please call (847) 364-7223. The Passenger Notice for the …

Once again Blue Island Historic Preservation Commission is asking residents and visitors to nominate their favorite homes and businesses in the 20th Annual Cavalcade of Pride competition. The Cavalcade of Pride is an annual award that honors property owners who have done an exceptional job of maintaining and improving the exteriors of their homes, businesses and neighborhood. Winners are becognized …

Jonathan Eig, author of the New York Times best selling book, Get Capone, is coming to the Blue Island Historical Society on Wednesday, August 11 at 7pm. Learn about the real Al Capone and ask your own questions! This is a free event, but reservations are required, please call 708-371-8546 or make reservations at the Blue Island Public Library front …