Every summer for nearly four decades, one event has brought a unique blend of competitive sport, family entertainment, and community connection to the area: the Hamel Rodeo & Bull Ridin’ Bonanza. NATIONAL RODEO EVENT From the very beginning, Shorty...
Originally published in the Northwest Suburban Community Resource & Residents’ Guide Ask 89-year-old Roger “Pete” Schmidt what he likes best about spending Thursday afternoons at the Historic Hamel Library, and there’s no hesitation. “Visiting with the community members,” he...