Grant Park Village Hall improvements were mostly completed—however, those improvements raised new questions during the March 3 board meeting.
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Business in the Board Meeting, Beef on the ‘Book’
Manhattan’s last board meeting was brief and business as usual, with nary a word about tense exchanges on Facebook between Trustees Young and Beemsterboer.
Grant Park Village Hall Updates Move Forward
The Grant Park Village Board voted to move forward with village hall updates and water damage repair for $2k along with other business items.
Manhattan Municipal Election Heats Up
Candidates have addressed their distaste at the last two Manhattan Village Board meetings; bringing mudslinging back to local elections.
Manhattan Community Says Goodbye to Beloved Weather-caster
The Manhattan community lost a beloved weatherman in Dan Casper, who passed away suddenly after secretly battling illness.
A Smoking Success: Arrowhead Smoke Works Now Open
Arrowhead Smoke Works is now open in Manhattan and offers a variety of dishes till sell out.
More than a Latte: Coffee Shop Teaches Job Skills
Love a Latte is a coffee shop in Bradley that teaches job skills to adults with special needs. They’re open Friday-Sunday.
Manhattan Park District Prepares for Round Barn Farm Improvements
Manhattan Park District held a public hearing to issue bonds for Round Barn improvements.
Manhattan School District Names New Superintendent
Manhattan School District had good news to share with the hiring of new Superintendent Damien Aherne.
Peotone Park District Begins Spring Prep
Activities, capital improvements, maintenance and contracts were the topic of discussion at the Peotone Park District Board meeting.
