True or False?

I have been getting a ton of emails from friends and family today about an "alleged" gang initation.

It states that women should avoid Wal-Mart stores this weekend as these gangbangers are going to be randomly shooting women.

I don't want to cause women to panic, however, if it is true, then a warning to all of our wives, mothers, sisters, etc. is in order.

I know there are plenty of cops that read this blog, so what say you? Is this true or not?

***update**** I checked on snopes.com - this story is false and has been flying around the internet and such since 2005 in various forms.

GIVING BACK 2 BECKY BENEFIT - TOMORROW!

From Jim McMahon:

There is a Benefit Party this Saturday, 03/21/09 from 3:00 to 8:00 PM at Bourbon Street. It is being held for a young Oak Lawn woman by the name of Becky Clifford who was tragically paralyzed last June in a fall outside of her home. I'm asking EVERYONE to all come together for a worthwhile cause and come to this event in support for this fine woman and her family. She really needs our help and support, so let's show Chicago what the Southwest Side is all about, and how we take care of our neighbors. Also please be kind enough to pass this on to your friends, relatives and neighbors........Thanks

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From the Giving Back 2 Becky Website:

Giving Back 2 Becky
Date:
Saturday, March 21, 2009
Entrance Ticket
Time: 3:00pm - 8:00pm
Entrance Tickets may be purchased at the benefit.
Where: Bourbon Street

* Admission $30.00 * Raffles * Silent Auction * Live Entertainment * Free Valet
* Food (Buffet Served 3pm - 5pm)* Draft Beer * Wine * Soft Drinks * Must be 21 or older

Live Entertainment Featuring:
Michael McDermott
Two Dollars
American Sons
DJ - Instant Sound

Purchase the HOPE for Becky beaded bracelets handmade by Cami Westlake at the benefit for $10

Some great auction and raffle items include:
* Foursome at Medinah Country Club, Course #3
* Condo stay in Steamboat Springs Colorado with airfare
* One week stay in Puerto Vallarta at Buganvilias Resort for up to 6 guests
* Cubs vs. Brewers at Miller Park overnight stay
* Sox vs. Brewers at Miller Park overnight stay
* Fairmont/Odyssey Cruise Chicago overnight
* Notre Dame vs. Michigan at "The Big House" (Michigan Stadium) with overnight accommodations at the Detroit Hilton
* Heisman Football autographed this year with 23 signatures donated by 1953 Johnny Lattner
* Walter Payton limited edition signed picture
* $2,000 off Orthodontic treatment at Thomas Orthodontics
* Marriott Springhill Suites Downtown/River North overnight with breakfast buffet, $200 gift card to Brazazz Brazilian Steakhouse and (3) bottles of D2 red wine from DeLille Cellars
* 4-hour guided Bass Fishing Trip with $200 gift card to Tin Fish (includes "Chef for the Day" tour)
* White Sox bean bag boxes with bags, Carlos Quentin photograph and (2) tickets
* Autographed hockey stick by Chicago Blackhawk Duncan Keith
* Chicago Cub Marquis with your own personalized message
* Numerous autographed items by current and former sports heroes
*Autographed Fender guitar by Benji and Joel Madden of Good Charlotte
* Autographed Paul Konerko jersey
* Autographed guitar by Four Seasons
* Autographed drumhead by REO Speedwagon
* Sox, Cubs, Blackhawks and Bulls tickets
* Hundreds of dollars in restaurant gift certificates
* Multiple overnight hotel stays
* Multiple beauty/spa gift certificates
* Fine Jewelry
* And much more!

ESPN Fab 50

ESPN Fab 50 (pre-season). This is where ESPN rates the top high schools in the NATION for specific sports.

Some of our own "neighborhood" schools are listed. Kudos to these schools and their athletes.

BASEBALL:

Brother Rice was ranked as 25.

BOYS VOLLEYBALL:

Marist was ranked at 22.
St. Rita was ranked at 40.

These rankings are updated every Tuesday (during regular season) for those who are interested in keep track.

Southside Irish Parade!

A quarter of million people descended on 60655 and 60643 yesterday. The aftermath...well, it looks like a war zone. Is it really worth it anymore? I can't believe some of the horror stories circulating. I am scared to even look up the parade on You Tube. Fights, vomiting, urinating, defecating, not to mention the 15 and 16 year olds wasted before the parade even stepped off. Is it even worth it? Do the bars and restaurants make any money on this?

The good news - at least the really bad pot holes on Western have been fixed.

Open Post for week 3/16 - 3/22

Open post for this week.

Salvation Army Building for Sale!

The Salvation Army building on 114th & Central Park will be up for sale very soon possibly within the next 4 months. This information needs to reach every single household in Mt. Greenwood. What would they like to see done with this building? I URGE every resident to contact the ward office insisting that everyone in Mt. Greenwood know what will happen with this building BEFORE it is sold. If everyone calls, the alderman's office will need to hold a town hall meeting so we can have a better understanding before it is sold.

**from the comments section**

Back to St. Baldrick's!

As the shavings slow down...I would like to know how much your group raised? I know the police department had their St. Baldrick's shaving a week or so ago and did really well. How have the schools done, private individuals...how much have you raised for this fun and worthy cause.