The Crete-Monee Education Foundation is hosting a Fund Run on September 16, beginning with registration at 8 a.m., and the run starting at 9 a.m. at Crete-Monee Middle School. Registration fees are $35 for adults and $15 for kids. Come support our teachers and students by participating in the inaugural Fund Run. Sponsorships are available […]
Author Archives: Arline Adamsick
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Will Co. CHC Celebrating National Health Center Week
The Will County Community Health Center will celebrate National Health Center Week, August 6-12, with a full schedule of events open to the public. Every August, the National Association of Community Health Centers (NACHC) sponsors National Health Center Week (NHCW) to celebrate and increase awareness of America’s 1,400 Community Health Centers (CHCs). National Health Center […]
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Looking Back
By Arline Adamsick The Manteno News: August 2, 1973 From Thursday, August 2, through Tuesday, August 7, the Kankakee County Fair and Rodeo, was being held at the county fairgrounds. (Note the interesting configuration of dates – Thursday through Tuesday???) In addition to traditional rides and fair food, that year’s fair featured Dan Fleenor’s Hurricane […]
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Brush, Floss and See Your Dentist
Gum disease from poor oral hygiene can impact other body parts Signs of gum disease include soreness, swollen gums, bleeding, red or white gums and discolored teeth. Treatment involves cleaning and medication, but a dentist may have to pull some teeth in severe cases. To prevent gum disease, brush and floss regularly. See a dentist […]
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MHS Sponsoring Civil War Re-enactment August 6
The Monee Historical Society is excited to announce it is sponsoring a Civil War re-enactment this Sunday, August 6, in front of the Heritage Center, 5210 W. Court Street, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. (Volunteers still are needed to man the Heritage Center from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.) If you have an interest […]
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Will County Fair Entry Deadline August 7
Deadline for 2023 Will County Fair entries is Monday, August 7, at 5 p.m. Fair office hours before the deadline are: August 2 – 3, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; August 4, from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.; and August 7, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. until the fair opens (except August 12, […]
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Wheelchair Softball World Series August 3-5
The National Wheelchair Softball Association (NWSA) 2023 Wheelchair Softball World Series, which showcases some of the greatest men, women, and teams from around the world, will be held Thursday through Saturday, August 3-5, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., at Ozinga Field, 14011 South Kenton in Crestwood. For a complete schedule and additional information, visit […]
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Kankakee Public Library Book Discussion
The Kankakee Public Library, 201 E. Merchant Street, hosts the Tuesday Morning Book Discussion on the second Tuesday of each month at 10 a.m. The book discussion for Tuesday, August 8, will be about Midnight at the Bright Ideas Bookstore, by Matthew Sullivan. From the publisher: Bedazzling, addictive, and wildly clever, Midnight at the Bright Ideas […]
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Heroic Intervention Inside Will County Courthouse
Glasgow Announces Problem Solving Court Attorney and Program Coordinator administer multiple doses of Narcan to save woman from near-fatal overdose. Glasgow to offer accessory that enables officers to carry Narcan at all times to Will County Law Enforcement. Will County State’s Attorney James Glasgow announced a woman overdosing at the Will County Courthouse recently was […]
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July Local Business Spotlight Awarded to Route 17 Complete Auto Repair
For July’s Local Business Spotlight, State Rep. Jackie Haas honored Route 17 Complete Auto Repair in Kankakee and presented a certificate of recognition to owners Nick and Susan Angelatos at their business. “Route 17 Complete Auto Repair is just a mile down the road from my district office in downtown Kankakee and a great staple […]