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HP Cheer Celebrates Century of School Spirit
Highland Park Cheer celebrated its 100th birthday on Oct. 17 by showcasing the tumbling skills, team spirit, and history and that have made HP’s program one of the nation’s best.
HPISD Board Reviews Bond, Why It Won’t Raise Tax Rate
The HPISD Board of Trustees heard recently from a parent on why voters should support the $137.3 million bond on ballots Nov. 5, and from staff on why passing the bond won’t mean a tax rate increase.
HP Council Salutes First Responders, Regulates E-Bikes
The Highland Park Town Council recognized first responders and regulated E-bikes at its Oct. 15 meeting.
‘Park Cities People’ Applauds
Hats off to the winner of HPISD's birthday card contest, the district's legendary football coach, a young high-jump star, and a local novelist.
City Council Discusses How to Reduce Pickleball Noise
USA Pickleball is exploring ways to make America’s fastest growing sport quieter, and so is the city of University Park.
Not Your Little Sister’s Lemonade Stand
Students in Highland Park High School’s Moody Advanced Professional Studies (MAPS) program squeezed much more than a sweet drink out of their lemonade stand project.
Defense Shines Again, Scots Ground Hawks
Highland Park frustrated a high-powered Red Oak offense while pulling away for a 32-14 victory in a battle of District 7-5A Div. I title contenders on Friday.
Boone Bulldogs Show Their HPISD Spirit
Students at the district’s newest school will celebrate their HPISD heritage this year with the theme “Proud to be Plaid.”
HP Band, Drumline Bring Home Top Awards
The Highlander Band and Highland Park Drumline have kicked off their seasons with wins at recent competitions.
UP Public Library to Offer ‘Chat and Play’ Workshops
The University Park Public Library is offering new programming to support its youngest readers and their families in the critical early years of child development.
Is Paid Parking the Solution for Snider Plaza?
The University Park City Council discussed the thorny issue of Snider Plaza parking — a problem almost as old as the Plaza itself — during a Sept. 25 special meeting.
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HPHS Announces National Merit Semifinalists
Highland Park High School recently announced that 15 seniors have been named Semifinalists in the 2025 National Merit Scholarship program.
UP Police Call to Say You Missed Jury Duty? It’s A Scam
The University Park police department will not call residents about jury duty, and does not accept payment in the form of digital coin.
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Student Achievements
Highland Park High School seniors, take note: Interest in history or architecture can earn you a scholarship from Preservation Park Cities (PPC).
UP City Council Directs Staff to Draft More E-Bike Rules
The University Park City Council directed staff to craft additional rules and regulations for electric bicycles during a Sept. 17 work session.
No More Warnings
Less than two weeks after an electric scooter accident left a teen in critical condition, University Park has told residents that violators of its electric bicycle and motorized scooter regulations will no longer just receive warnings, but will be subject to citation.
This Rain Won’t Help the Flowers Grow
It rained indoors at HPISD’s McCulloch Intermediate School/Highland Park Middle School campus on Sept. 13 due to a failure of the schools’ HVAC chiller piping system.
Author Illuminates Architectural Gems
Leave the newest book from Preservation Park Cities sitting on a shelf, and you won’t crease its pages, but you’ll miss its fun.
Events
Fans Can Support the Scots at Auction and Caniac Supper
Hopes are high for the Scots this year, and fans can give the home team a boost from Sept. 16 to 21 during the 11th Annual Highland Park Auction & Caniac Supper.
News
Highland Park Approves Tax Rate Adjustment
Council adopts the fiscal year 2024-25 proposed budget