The Kankakee Public Library, 201 E. Merchant Street, is releasing a Freedom to Read-themed video on all social media platforms in collaboration with the Obama Foundation. This project has been underway for several weeks after the Obama Foundation reached out to the Kankakee Public Library to create collaborative social media highlighting the importance of reading […]
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Posted inManteno Vedette New News, Vedette New News
Monee Reservoir Reels-In Unique Fly Fishing Exhibition
Ties to Chicago history exhibition opens August 8. If you love fly-fishing, want to know more about this alluring sport, or are curious about Chicago-area history, Monee Reservoir Visitor Center soon will host a unique exhibition that ties all these interests together. The “World’s Finest: Fly-Fishing Tackle” exhibition opens August 8 and runs through October […]
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Village of Frankfort’s New Online Permit System: Simplifying Path to Progress
The Village of Frankfort is happy to announce the launch of its cutting-edge online permit system, revolutionizing the way residents and businesses obtain permits for various activities within the village. This transformative digital platform is designed to streamline the permitting process, enhancing efficiency, transparency, and convenience for all stakeholders involved. With the Village of Frankfort’s […]
Posted inBourbonnais, Bradley, Crete, Kankakee, Manteno, Monee, State News, Steger
Reaction to Constitutionality of Cash Bail
Asst. House Republican Leader Haas, Kankakee County State’s Attorney Jim Rowe, and Kankakee County Sheriff Michael Downey react to Illinois Supreme Court decision on ending cash bail. In reaction to the Illinois Supreme Court decision ruling on ending cash bail in Illinois is constitutional, House Assistant Republican Leader Jackie Haas released the following statement: “Less […]
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Monee Police Blotter: July 11 – 15
July 11, at approximately 6 p.m., officers investigated a property damage accident in the 6600 block of W. Monee-Manhattan Road. Nikita S. Ringo was cited for operation of an uninsured motor vehicle. July 11, at approximately 6 p.m., a traffic stop for talking on a cell phone led to the arrest of Nevilon J. Meadows, […]
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Heat Exhaustion vs. Heat Stroke: Know the Difference
Illinois averages 10 days with temperatures at or above 90 degrees each year, according to the Illinois State Climatologist. In typical July fashion, temperatures are expected to be reaching and topping the 90-degree mark in the coming weeks. This summer, weather puts many people at risk for heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Not only outdoor […]
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Glasgow Statement on Illinois Supreme Court Decision
Out of 102 State’s Attorneys throughout Illinois, 100 opposed the Act as written. I was honored to lead the legal challenge brought by 64 of these State’s Attorneys. Our mission was never to stop principled bail reform, but to ensure our criminal justice system continues to protect the safety of the law-abiding citizens of Illinois […]
Posted inBourbonnais, Bradley, Grant Park, Kankakee, Manteno, Manteno Vedette New News, Momence, Vedette New News
ECDA Hosting Business Workshop in Spanish
La Agencia de Desarrollo Económico y Comunitario (ECDA) de la Ciudad de Kankakee realizará un taller para negocios pequeños el martes, agosto 1, de 5 a 6:30 p.m., en la oficina de ECDA, 200 E. Court Street, Suite 410, Kankakee. Este taller en español proporcionará una descripción general de las fuentes de financiamiento tradicionales versus […]
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First West Nile Virus Mosquitoes Detected in Will County
The Will County Health Department’s Environmental Health division announced mosquitoes trapped in Mokena, Frankfort, and Plainfield on July 14, tested positive for West Nile virus (WNV). These results represent the first WNV positive mosquitoes identified in Will County this year. Will County residents are reminded to protect themselves from mosquito bites and mosquito-borne diseases. No […]
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Peotone Library News
Register for events on the website calendar or call the library at 708-258-3436. The Adult Summer Reading program is on-going through August 31. Youth Services July 31: Last day to turn in summer reading logs for children and teens. August 1: Bookworm Buddies, Tuesday, at 10:30 a.m., ages three to five years. August 2: Little […]