By RHIANNON BRANCH FarmWeek Record high corn and soybean yield estimates headlined the USDA’s August crop production report. The agency forecasted a national average corn yield of 183.1 bushels per acre (bpa), up 5.8 from 2023, and a national average soybean yield of 53.2 bpa, up 2.6 bushels from last season. The state average yield […]
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Another New Police Officer for Manteno
By Jeff Vorva Former Manteno Village Board Trustee Sam Martin was honored at the August 19 board meeting more than a month after he resigned, and Mayor Tim Nugent presented Martin with a plaque. Martin did not make any public comments, except to say “thank you,” and Nugent said Martin did his talking as a […]
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Monee Historical Society Honors Legacy of Village Artist
By Karen Haave The Monee Historical Society paid tribute to a village artist, known for his gentle landscapes drawn in pastels, when dedicating the roundabout on Court Street in his name. It was originally dedicated at a village board meeting in 2021, but because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the MHS was not able to celebrate […]
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Crete Residents Urged to Purchase Vehicle Stickers
By Karen Haave Crete residents who have not purchased their vehicle stickers yet are urged to do so. Police Chief Scott Pieritz, in his report to the village board last week, said sticker enforcement is about to begin. “We are beginning enforcement of village stickers,” he said. “If you haven’t purchased one as of now, […]
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Crete Updates Auxiliary Police Ordinance
By Karen Haave Crete officials have updated the village ordinance allowing the appointment of Auxiliary Police officers. “The revision to the auxiliary police ordinance was mostly an update to better clarify powers and duties, as well as the hiring and training standard of an auxiliary officer,” Trustee Mark Wiater explained after the village board meeting. “Most […]
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Election Petition Circulation Began August 20: Monee to Elect Mayor, Clerk, Three Trustees
By Karen Haave Petition circulation for candidates seeking election in the April 1, 2025, Consolidated Election began on August 20. The Village of Monee municipal offices of village mayor, village clerk and three trustees will be elected to four-year terms. For your convenience, nominating petition packets are available at the Monee Village Hall Building, 5130 […]
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Crete Park District Nomination Petitions Available
By Karen Haave Nomination petitions became available on Tuesday, August 20, for persons who wish to run in the April 1, 2025, Consolidated Election for one of three Crete Park District Commissioners’ seats. Terms up for election are those of Mike Smith, Carrie Sharma, and Laura Stawicki. Terms are four years each. Nominating petitions and […]
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Peotone Police Blotter: August 16-22
On August 16, a Peotone Officer was requested to meet with a complainant in the 400 block of E. South Street, referencing a report for fraud. Upon arrival, the officer was advised an unknown subject used the complainant’s personal information to obtain a student loan. The complainant was requesting the report for documentation to the loan […]
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JJC Announces Opening of Consolidated Election Process
Joliet Junior College (JJC) announces the official opening of the consolidated election process for its board of trustees. The election, scheduled for April 1, 2025, will fill three, six-year trustee terms. Candidates interested in running for these positions are encouraged to begin preparing their nominating petitions. Key Dates for Potential Candidates: Additional details, including access […]
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Mid-August Conditions Favorable for Late-season Crops
By RHIANNON BRANCH FarmWeek Record state average corn and soybean yield predictions shocked the markets last week, but USDA isn’t the only one seeing promising crop conditions for this time of year. Atmospheric Scientist Eric Snodgrass with Nutrien Ag Solutions told the RFD Radio Network a cooler and wetter July helped crops look good, at […]