Anyone knowledgeable on Chicago South Suburbs?

[6StringShooter]

Do any of you kind folks on here know anything about South Holland, IL? It seems to be somewhat of an anomaly among the south suburbs...sort of an exception to the rule. I'm considering a possible relocation there...any thoughts/advice? Thanks!

 

[6StringShooter]

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[Grnidwitch]

Well 6, I think the further you get away from Chicago the better. Not that familiar with So. Holland. I'm NW burbs. Now if you want to know about Island Lake, McHenry, Barrington, Elgin, Batavia, St. Charles or So. Elgin, I'm your girl. Good luck.

 

[GeniusInTheLamp]

South Holland was, as the name implies, founded by Dutch settlers. (There seems to be a "Dutch Belt" in the south suburbs, spreading from South Holland through Lansing and into Munster, IN.) Today, it's more ethnically diverse. I believe they're one of the few remaining towns with Blue Laws still on the books. I actually have a cousin who lives there, but I've been out of touch with him for a few years.

 

[6StringShooter]

well Munster and Lansing are pretty nice areas, so hopefully South Holland is similar! The only thing I worry about is the proximity to such south suburb gems as Harvery, Dolton, and the like...

Thanks so much for the replies though!!!

 

[Baron Kurtz]

I saw a tumble weed in a Chicago South Suburb (don't know which one). A damn tumble weed!

bk

 

[David V]

I've lived in the Chicago area all of my long life. I know nothing about South Holland.

What does that tell you?