Not Illinois-specific, but major news rocking the hockey world that Columbus Blue Jacket (former Calgary Flame) Johnny Gaudreau and his brother were killed by a motorist in New Jersey. Sounding like the entire tragedy stemmed from the driver wanting to pass and figuring that the cyclists, who had the right of way, should’ve jumped out his way.
Be aware of cyclists on the road. A driver being impatient and not wanting to wait a few seconds killed two brothers the weekend of their sister’s wedding.
Terrible news about “Johnny Hockey” and his brother. They were to be groomsmen in their sisters wedding this evening.
To the weekend? Loved the return of college football last night and tonight begins another season of High School Football. Looking forward to another great year of Friday Night Lights.
- The Dude Abides - Friday, Aug 30, 24 @ 10:57 am:
Was in a suite for the Illini game.
The offense didn’t impress me despite the lopsided score, but the big plays made by the defense (4 takeaways) has me cautiously optimistic.
re that paralympian list, I knew Sarah Adam was from Naperville and she’s playing on a team with men, but I did not know that there are others from Illinois on the team with her. it is a sport known as “murderball” and it is worth the watch.
- TJ - Friday, Aug 30, 24 @ 8:30 am:
Not Illinois-specific, but major news rocking the hockey world that Columbus Blue Jacket (former Calgary Flame) Johnny Gaudreau and his brother were killed by a motorist in New Jersey. Sounding like the entire tragedy stemmed from the driver wanting to pass and figuring that the cyclists, who had the right of way, should’ve jumped out his way.
Be aware of cyclists on the road. A driver being impatient and not wanting to wait a few seconds killed two brothers the weekend of their sister’s wedding.
- Tequila Mockingbird - Friday, Aug 30, 24 @ 8:36 am:
Around here, it appears the Labor Day weekend started a couple days ago.
- H-W - Friday, Aug 30, 24 @ 8:39 am:
Colchester, IL annual Labor Day Weekend Celebration is always a fun, small town America event - especially the talent show.
But college football, men’s and women’s soccer begin in earnest too. So little time, so much to do.
- JoanP - Friday, Aug 30, 24 @ 9:34 am:
Looking forward to the Chicago Jazz Festival this weekend. NOT looking forward to Bike the Drive.
- Grandson of Man - Friday, Aug 30, 24 @ 9:52 am:
“Be aware of cyclists on the road.”
Absolutely. And take a moment before driving to relax and not get all worked up to make terrible decisions in haste.
- hisgirlfriday - Friday, Aug 30, 24 @ 10:08 am:
Fell asleep before the Illini game was over and was happy to wake up to discover they held on for the shutout vs. EIU.
Very saddened to soon after hear the news about Johnny Gaudreau though. That poor family.
- TJ - Friday, Aug 30, 24 @ 10:14 am:
And the driver has been charged with driving under the influence and having an open container in the vehicle.
Holy cow man, throw the book at him.
- ste_with a v_en - Friday, Aug 30, 24 @ 10:17 am:
Proft and Kass had an on air grievance fest. Proft is still mad about being removed from Envision Unlimited.
- levivotedforjudy - Friday, Aug 30, 24 @ 10:18 am:
Fingers crossed that it doesn’t rain this afternoon during Jazz Fest in Chicago.
- Dirty Red - Friday, Aug 30, 24 @ 10:30 am:
Campaign Managers: I wish you good luck and a safe election cycle for you and your teams.
- hisgirlfriday - Friday, Aug 30, 24 @ 10:38 am:
Didn’t remember Bike the Drive and JazzFest are this weekend. There is an AVP beach volleyball tournament on Oak St Beach this weekend too
- Cool Papa Bell - Friday, Aug 30, 24 @ 10:56 am:
Terrible news about “Johnny Hockey” and his brother. They were to be groomsmen in their sisters wedding this evening.
To the weekend? Loved the return of college football last night and tonight begins another season of High School Football. Looking forward to another great year of Friday Night Lights.
- The Dude Abides - Friday, Aug 30, 24 @ 10:57 am:
Was in a suite for the Illini game.
The offense didn’t impress me despite the lopsided score, but the big plays made by the defense (4 takeaways) has me cautiously optimistic.
- Amalia - Friday, Aug 30, 24 @ 11:06 am:
https://www.axios.com/local/chicago/2024/08/28/illinois-athletes-2024-paralympic-games watch the Paralympics. athletes from Illinois
- Amalia - Friday, Aug 30, 24 @ 11:08 am:
re that paralympian list, I knew Sarah Adam was from Naperville and she’s playing on a team with men, but I did not know that there are others from Illinois on the team with her. it is a sport known as “murderball” and it is worth the watch.