Reduce, Reuse, Recycle. From a young age, we are taught the “three R’s” which can help save you and your community money, energy, and natural resources. While each tenet is important, the most effective way to reduce waste is by not creating it from the start. Reducing and reusing are the most effective ways to […]
National Preparedness Month is an observance each September to raise awareness about the importance of preparing for disasters and emergencies that could happen at any time. The 2021 theme is “Prepare to Protect. Preparing for disasters is protecting everyone you love. WEEK 1: September 1-4 Make A PlanTalk to your friends and family about how you will […]
The days get shorter, the twinkling lights go up, and suddenly millions of work-at- home parents realize they have no plan at all for handling their pre-teen kids over the holidays. If you are one of the many working entrepreneurs without an office and nanny to call your own, you may find the following tips […]
Many of you may be aware that I chose not to run for re-election in the May primary. My term will expire December 31, 2021. It has been my pleasure to serve on the Board of Township Supervisors for the past eighteen years. It has been a very pleasant experience to work with all of […]
When you’re looking for ways to Get Outside this summer, hiking is a great outlet. The activity provides many physical and emotional benefits, from improving balance to boosting memory skills. It’s also a great way to meet new people thanks to numerous hiking organizations and digital communities like Facebook groups. Luckily, there are many great […]
Learning to navigate the fiscal world can be hard, especially when you’re just starting out. Thankfully, no one has to go it alone with the help of these great apps. We’ve compiled a list of our 5 favorite financial apps that can help your kids learn all about managing their finances. BusyKid $19.99/yr. And $7.99/yr. […]
A penny saved is a penny earned, or so they say. Sometimes, though, a penny saved is worth much more than that. Collectors know that certain pennies, dimes, etc. are highly valuable. Some coins are costly thanks to the metals they were made of, like gold and silver. Others are simply so popular or rare […]
The 2021 Blackhawk School District Real Estate Tax Bills are now due. The deadline for the face period is October 31st. If you choose to use the installment plan, it is based on the face amount on the bill. The first payment must have been made by August 31st to quality. The second payment is […]
As the weather starts to cool and we begin to bust out those warm sweaters and cozy jackets. Chippewa Township Parks & Recreation has a little bit of everything for everyone this fall. Sahli Park is an amazing place to take a hike, check out the fall colors, and bask in the beauty of our […]
SEPTEMBER 15 Board of Supervisors – Regular Meeting Municipal Building 7:30 p.m. SEPTEMBER 18 Sunrise Yoga Sahli Nature Park 7:30 a.m. SEPTEMBER Blackhawk High School Homecoming Blackhawk High School 7:00 p.m. SEPTEMBER 28 Chippewa Area Retired Residents Meeting Wright Field at Veterans Park: Field House 10:30 a.m. OCTOBER 2 Fall Spectacular Chippewa United Methodist Church […]
Written by Eric S. Hermick, Chief of Police Two Chippewa Police Offers Recognized for Heroic Actions This past April 7, 2021, began like any other day for Chippewa Township police offers Dan Frederick and Tom Paraniuk. As they were making their rounds on patrol, a call came in from Patterson Township about a serious accident […]
Practice good credit habits and understand what a credit score is and where it comes from, and you will be well on your way to a healthy credit score journey. A credit score is a number that is meant to reflect your creditworthiness; how well you borrow and repay money. Your exact credit score will […]
Creating a budget is an important part of managing your finances. With this tool, it’s easier to account for the various expenses you face on a daily basis. However, simply having a budget doesn’t guarantee that it will be as helpful as it should. A budget that leaves important items out, for example, could even […]
Submitted by Diane Babnew Manning, Resident At the corner of McKinley Road and 37th Street Extension stands one of Chippewa Township’s historically significant buildings. McKinley Schoolhouse is the last remaining one room schoolhouse in Chippewa Township. The current brick building replaced an 1830s log school that was built when the land was still in the hands […]