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Chicken Restaurant Now Open in Ford City Shopping Center Food Court

Krispy Krunchy Chicken opened last month in the Ford City food court.
By Bob Bong
Southland Savvy

Krispy Krunchy Chicken, a quick-serve restaurant that features Cajun-style chicken, opened last month in the Ford City Shopping Center food court. The chain was founded in Louisiana, which explains its Cajun-themed menu that includes jambalaya, boudin bites and catfish.

Silver Lake Driving Range Grand Opening

Orland Park Chamber of Commerce members are invited to the ribbon-cutting and grand opening of the new driving range at Silver Lake Country Club at 1:30 p.m. Friday, May 11. A day of festivities is planned. RSVP to the chamber or call 708-349-2972.

Rosati’s Closes in Orland

Rosati’s closed a couple of weeks ago at 9023 W. 151st St. in Orland Park. A company spokeswoman said the decision to close was made by the franchisee, who was not available for comment, and there are no immediate plans to reopen the location.

Moo & Oink Mobile Visits Southland

The Moo & Oink mobile will be parked in the parking lot of the Dixmoor Market, 14635 S. Western Ave., from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, May 12. To celebrate Mother’s Day, moms, grandmothers and great-grandmothers will be presented with a long-stemmed rose (while supplies last).

Cooks from Moo & Oink will set up the grill and offer samples of a variety of Moo & Oink products such as Moo & Oink burgers and Moo & Oink mild links.

Durbin’s Midlothian Anniversary Bash

Durbin’s of Midlothian, 14733 S. Cicero Ave., will celebrate its fourth anniversary starting at 11 a.m. on Saturday with 25-cent draft beers, $2 Durbins bombs and Apple Pie shots. The restaurant will also serve up live music, a DJ, free pizza buffet and free raffles. For information, visit Durbin's of Midlothian Facebook page.

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