The EP Podcast

Feb 18 2025 461 ep. 29 mins 12
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Local podcast from Evergreen Park, for Evergreen Park! New weekly episodes out every Tuesday, with ”Football Friday” in the Fall!

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A Chat With EPFD Chief Hojek

Feb 18 2025 38 mins  
Enjoy a chat with Evergreen Park’s new Fire Chief Corey Hojek. Hear about a recent house fire in the village, the importance of smoke detectors and a returning program for high school kids interested in public safety. Meet an Evergreen Park man who’s business is building you a computer and get ready for another free outdoor event to kick off the month of March in The EP. Broug

Coaching Up Evergreen Park

Feb 11 2025 33 mins  
Meet Central Middle School’s Instructional Coaches! Find out how a pair of teachers now help classroom teachers with big-picture planning, student engagement and navigating an ever-changing educational landscape here in Evergreen Park. We also have two coaches from EPCHS who had a great Winter Sports Season. You may be surprised to learn about the mutual respect and accomplishmen

Getting The Lead Out Of Your Pipes

Feb 04 2025 40 mins  
The Village of Evergreen Park is starting a 20-year project to replace all of the lead pipes feeding water into your home. Gavin Yeaman joins us to tell you the homeowner’s cost and how the village is making this easy on residents. Find out why you’ll want to be a part of this program. We also take some time talking about your heart with an OSF Little Company of Mary cardiologi

Super-Sized For Your Enjoyment

Jan 28 2025 43 mins  
WARNING: This Episode Is SUPER-SIZED! We just had too much to fit it into 30 minutes! We’re going to Spoke & Vine for new specialty drinks, Sip & Sample, Valentines plans for singles and couples along with some solid laughs. We also sit down with a local doctor from OSF Little Company of Mary with a solid sense of humor and a better way to treat everyday patients. The Evergreen P

Mayor Burke's 2025 State of Evergreen Park

Jan 21 2025 40 mins  
Mayor Kelly Burke breaks down the State of Evergreen Park with highlights on last year’s accomplishments and what is ahead for the village. Dr Ashley Carlson, the Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction for District 124 schools, tells us how the select classes, materials and more for your kids. Brought to you by The First National Bank of Evergreen Park! Find the

The Bead Bar And Basketball

Jan 14 2025 36 mins  
A new Evergreen Park hot spot has opened near the corner of 95th & Homan. The Bead Bar invites you to ”Sip, Create and Celebrate” in your neighborhood. Learn about this unique place for events, date night or meeting new friends. We also have Jim Sexton and George Shimko from Evergreen Park Community High School talking about their basketball teams. Learn how the girls game has

New Treats On 95th Street

Jan 07 2025 32 mins  
We visit with a tasty brand new spot along 95th Street in La Michoacana de Daniel. Learn how one local Evergreen Park family is bringing authentic, handmade delights from Mexico to your neighborhood. Frank Murray from the Evergreen Park Public Library also has events and programs for all ages as we prepare for Spoke & Vine to take us to Australia. Brought to you by The First Natio

Evergreen Park's 2024 Year In Review!

Dec 31 2024 37 mins  
For another year you joined The EP Podcast to hear about everything going on in Evergreen Park. Now enjoy some of the most listened-to interviews of the past year. Village Trustee Carol Kyle made her first appearance. We heard the reasons behind the rat problem. A local baseball team went to an international World Series. The guy who cleans your streets told some fun stories. Your

Merry Christmas With The EPCHS Madrigals

Dec 24 2024 9 mins  
The EPCHS Madrigals visit our studios for a quick Christmas treat. Our next full episode releases on New Year’s Eve to celebrate the year that was 2024. Until then, enjoy some song in our special video release! Brought to you by The First National Bank of Evergreen Park! Find the account that is right for you today! Get the latest news and information concerning everything going

Northwest School Sings And Everyone Skates

Dec 17 2024 32 mins  
Get your kids ready to play hockey at a ridiculously low price and enjoy a new season at the Daniel V Capuano Ice Rink in Evergreen Park. We’ve got the guys who run the show breaking down a new season of outdoor fun on the ice. We also have the kids from Northwest Elementary School singing you through the holidays. Hear from their principal and enjoy their show in ”30 Minutes o