Viewpoints

Chronicle editor Eric Crump discusses the recent business losses in Cherry Creek Plaza, including Starbucks and Panera Bread, and stops by American Dance Center to observe its versatile and enthusiastic approach to teaching students of all ages.

Chronicle editor Tom Houlihan tells the harrowing tale of his Sunday morning peace being shattered, literally, by a hawk that crashed into his dining room window.

When Homewood Mayor Richard Hofeld fell into an icy pond while rescuing one of his beloved dogs at Izaak Walton Nature Preserve in December 2017, the incident had a happy ending.

A passing jogger called 911. The mayor was rescued, suffering from hypothermia but otherwise unharmed. His dog, Annie, was rescued.

A new event on Jan. 12, the Mayor’s Arctic Dip, will commemorate the mishap and benefit the South Suburban Humane Society.
 

Maggie Gosselin’s twin sons have identified a problem. 

Most entertainment options for kids are located in other communities. As Gosselin noted in a recent Facebook post, “They’re upset about hitting the highway for birthday parties and things to do.” 

Unlike most 7-year-olds, Ethan and Austin decided to seek a solution. They went to see the mayor.