Here are the Forest Preserve District of Will County programs for the weeks of May 13 and May 20. Online registration is available on the Event Calendar at ReconnctWithNature.org. Plan Your Native Garden, from 6-7:30 p.m., Thursday, May 16, Plum Creek Nature Center, Crete Township: Learn about the many benefits of adding native plants to […]
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FHOF Family Birth Center Hosting Baby Expo May 4
Free event open to new and expectant parents Franciscan Health Family Birth Center Olympia Fields is hosting a free Baby Expo May 4, from 10 a.m., to noon, at Franciscan Health Olympia Fields, 20201 S. Crawford in Olympia Fields, for new and expectant parents. Those attending are asked to enter at the main entrance. The […]
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Tips for Pet Parents Before Cicadas Emerge
With the rare double emergence of the 13- and 17-year cicadas about to hit the Midwest and Southeast (likely between late April and July), pet parents might be interested in some tips to help keep their furry friends safe and calm when the cicadas arrive. Jessa Paschke, Pet Behavior Expert at Mars, parent company of […]
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Bridge Installed Over I&M Canal for Forest Preserve’s Trail Connection Project
Work on a trail extension project connecting Lake Chaminwood Preserve to the I&M Canal State Trail in Channahon jumped a big hurdle on April 19 when a bridge was installed over the canal. During installation, the prefabricated, weathered steel truss bridge was securely anchored to the concrete abutments, said John Stecyk, a Forest Preserve District […]
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Will County Clerk Holding Lottery to Determine Political Party for Top November Ballot Position
Will County Clerk Lauren Staley Ferry will hold a lottery at 9 a.m., on Tuesday, May 7, at the Will County Clerk’s Office, to determine which political party will receive the top ballot position in the November 5 General Election. The chairs of the established political parties have been notified about the lottery, and they […]
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Poppin Plates Culinary Incubator Recognized as April Local Business Spotlight
For April’s local business spotlight, State Rep. Jackie Haas recognized Poppin Plates Culinary Incubator in Park Forest. Rep. Haas spent time touring the business and presented the owner with a certificate of appreciation for her contributions to the community. “I am honored to recognize Poppin Plates Culinary Incubator for my April Local Business Spotlight,” said […]
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Kankakee Public Library News
Kankakee Public Library, 201 E. Merchant Street, recently announced its programs for May. •Lawyers in the Library: In partnership with the Kankakee Public Library, Prairie State Legal Services invites members of the community to meet with a lawyer for free on the second Thursday of every month, from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., in the […]
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Lady Panthers Pick-Up 2 Wins at Round Robin
Saturday, April 27, the Lady Panthers were on the field at the Bradley-Bourbonnais Community High School Round Robin. In the first of two games, the Panthers beat Neuqua Valley, 5-3. Ava Peterson went the distance in 6-1/2 innings, giving up 3 runs, on 6 hits, along with 9 strikeouts. Her record now stands at 7-0. […]
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Join Lightways Hospice/Serious Illness Care at Dino-mite 5K Family Fun Run
Proceeds support pediatric care program Runners from across the region are invited to the 11th annual Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care 5K Family Fun Run on Saturday, June 1, at the New Lenox Commons, 1 Veterans Parkway in New Lenox. The event includes a 5K run for ages 14 and older and a Dino […]
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Bobcats Win 15-3
By Jim Piacentini Beecher Bobcat baseball kept on rolling, while improving to 14-7 overall and 7-1 in the conference. The Bobcats got off on the right foot and scored 1 in the first against Illinois Lutheran. Then their bats caught fire in the third inning, scoring 14 runs, while taking a demanding lead. Quiton Allen […]