By Arline Adamsick The Beecher Herald: August 30, 1973 In last week’s current paper, there was a sigh of relief in District 200-U, as they had hired a teacher for their last remaining vacancy. It appears all was well in 1973, too, as the headline read: “Complete Faculty for District 200-U.” Also in student news… […]
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Peotone Library News
Register for events on the website calendar or call the library at 708-258-3436. Youth Services September 7: Kids’ Bingo for Books, from 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. Play an animal-themed Bingo game for a chance to win a free book. September 11: Family Movie Night, Monday, from 4:30 – 6 p.m. Call for movie title. September […]
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Crete Library News
Thursday, September 7 Knot Just for Knitters, from 1 – 2 p.m., ages 11/adult: Join the group to socialize, while working on knitting, crocheting, or any other type of needlework project. Drop in. Friday, September 8 Retro Movie Fridays, from 2:30 – 4:45 p.m., all ages: Showing “The NeverEnding Story,” (rated PG). Drop in. Monday, […]
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Judge Denies Motion to Reconsider 40-Year Sentence for Predatory Criminal Sexual Assault Offense
Will County State’s Attorney James Glasgow announced that Circuit Judge Vincent Cornelius denied a motion to reconsider sentence by Jeffery Davis, 33 of Joliet, who was sentenced recently to 40 years in prison for two counts of Predatory Criminal Sexual Assault, Class X felonies. Davis pleaded guilty to the offense on December 20, 2022. The […]
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Haas Recognizes Golden’s Gymnastics Center as August Local Business Spotlight
For August, State Rep. Jackie Haas recognized Golden’s Gymnastics Center, Inc., as her local business spotlight. Golden Gymnastics has the mission of educating, providing quality gymnastics programs, and developing the highest level of achievement in gymnastics. Rep. Haas presented a certificate from the House of Representatives to owners Donna and Steve Golden. “Keeping children active […]
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Guard the Game: Link Between Athletes – Heart Screenings
Key takeaways: Speak to your child’s pediatrician about heart screenings; Heart conditions should be monitored by a cardiologist; Know your family health history. As children go back to school, doctors’ offices are filled with kids needing check-ups, immunizations and, in some cases, heart screenings. This is particularly the case for athletes, according to Frank Han, […]
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KCC Receives $250,000 Through Efforts of Sen. Joyce
Kankakee Community College has accepted $250,000 obtained through a legislative appropriation supported by the efforts of Illinois Sen. Patrick Joyce. “Right now, we see a misalignment between the skills in our workforce and the opportunities in our local economy,” said Dr. Michael Boyd, KCC’s president. “We are going to use these resources to bridge this […]
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KCC Receives $250,000 Through Efforts of Sen. Joyce
Kankakee Community College has accepted $250,000 obtained through a legislative appropriation supported by the efforts of Illinois Sen. Patrick Joyce. “Right now, we see a misalignment between the skills in our workforce and the opportunities in our local economy,” said Dr. Michael Boyd, KCC’s president. “We are going to use these resources to bridge this […]
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Rutledge Guilty of First Degree Murder in 2019 Shootings in Joliet’s Cathedral Area
Will County State’s Attorney James Glasgow announced Circuit Judge Carmen Goodman recently found Matthew Rutledge, 41, of Joliet, guilty of three counts of First Degree Murder (a Class M felony), one count of Attempt First Degree Murder (a Class X felony), and one count of Aggravated Battery with a Firearm (a Class X felony) in […]
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Devil Soccer Begins Season with Big Win Over Bishop Mac
In non-conference varsity boys’ soccer competition, the Peotone Blue Devils beat the Irish of Bishop Mac, 6-2, on Monday, August 21, in Kankakee. According to Peotone Coach Ryan Murray, “I am very proud of how our team performed in the first match of the season. We came into the game confident we would be able […]