Elwood School District
ELWOOD
Vote Approved, 1,779-1,129
Budget $53,949,930, a 5.56% increase
Tax levy $39,934,711, a 7.98% increase
Average home Assessed at $4,000 increases 8.91%, about $750 a year.
School board William Gutekunst (1,382) defeated James Tomeo (1,227) for the seat held by current board president Michael Kaszubski; Michael LaMena (1,375) beat Jack Schwartz (1,113) for the seat held by incumbent Patricia Matos, who withdrew from the race. Terms are three years.

Sarra Sounds Off, Ep. 17: Olympics a possibility for Long Beach wrestler? On the latest episode of "Sarra Sounds Off," Newsday's Gregg Sarra talks with Long Beach wrestler Dunia Sibomana-Rodriguez about pursuing a third state title and possibly competing in the Olympics in 2028, plus Jared Valluzzi has the plays of the week.

Sarra Sounds Off, Ep. 17: Olympics a possibility for Long Beach wrestler? On the latest episode of "Sarra Sounds Off," Newsday's Gregg Sarra talks with Long Beach wrestler Dunia Sibomana-Rodriguez about pursuing a third state title and possibly competing in the Olympics in 2028, plus Jared Valluzzi has the plays of the week.