For September’s local business spotlight, State Rep. Jackie Haas recognized Polk-A-Dot Drive In of Braidwood, which serves delicious drive-in food, including hot dogs, milkshakes, and hamburgers. The establishment began operating in the 1950s as a small bus parked in a lot. “A drive-in is an iconic American establishment, and Braidwood’s Polk-A-Dot Drive In is a […]
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Park Forest Historical Society Fall News
Annual Meeting, Election,”Revisiting Utopia” Documentary Update, 25th Anniversary of Museum Join the Park Forest Historical Society on Sunday, October 1, at 2:30 p.m. in Ryan Hall, St. Mary’s, 227 Monee Road, for their annual meeting and board member election, along with the program. The program will feature the documentary film “Revisiting Utopia,” race relations growing […]
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Wold to Return as Manhattan Police Chief
“I have unfinished business I want to complete.” The Village of Manhattan just completed their search for a new police chief and, it turns out, they are bringing back the former one who just retired. Manhattan Mayor Mike Adrieansen announced retired Manhattan Chief Jeff Wold unanimously was approved recently by the village board to return […]
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Village of Frankfort Receives Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting
The Village of Frankfort proudly announces it has been awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA). This prestigious recognition reflects the village’s commitment to transparency, accountability, and fiscal responsibility in its financial reporting. The Certificate of Achievement is the […]
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Manteno Veterans’ Home Invites Volunteers to Support Its Programs
The Veterans’ Home at Manteno invites volunteers to join its force of more than 50 volunteers to assist with a wide range of services and programs for residents. Opportunities include serving food, escorting residents to appointments, leading projects, playing games, and maintaining and organizing donated goods. Immediate needs include transporting residents to church services on […]
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Dorothy A. Stolzenbach
Dorothy A. Stolzenbach, 84, of Merrillville, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 16, 2023, with her family by her side. Born October 31, 1938, in Wheeling, she was the daughter of James and Margaret Portway. Dorothy retired from Eastman Kodak Company and United Parcel Service, where she was a senior accountant representative. She enjoyed traveling […]
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Forest Preserve District of Will County News Headlines
Here are the latest Forest Preserve District of Will County headlines… Accessible kayak/canoe launch now open at Lake Chaminwood: The new kayak and canoe launch installed as part of preserve improvements at Lake Chaminwood Preserve this summer has been completed. The launch is accessible and adaptive, meaning there are features that help paddlers with disabilities […]
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Peotone Leaf Collection to Begin October 23
Each fall the Peotone’s Department of Streets and Alleys collects leaves from residential parkways. This year the program will run from October 23 through December 1, weather permitting, with brush pick-up ending October 30. The pick-up schedule is subject to weather and emergencies, as weather conditions may cause delays or permanent closure of the program […]
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Happy Birthday/Happy Anniversary!!
Very special happy birthday wishes to: October 2: Sherri Parker!! October 6: George Boehm and a very special lady – Tracy Bennett!!! October 7: Daniel Dralle Jr.!! Extra special happy anniversary wishes to: October 6: Chris and Abby Jarchow and Sean and Anita Becker!!
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St. Paul UCC Hosting Annual Pork Chop Dinner
Mark those calendars and get tickets now for St. Paul United Church of Christ’s annual pork chop dinner on Saturday, October 14. The event will be held from 4-6 p.m. at the church, 5323 W. Margaret Street in Monee, and is carry-out only. The menu consists of two grilled pork chops, two sides, roll, and […]