The City of Kankakee’s annual Thanksgiving Dinner Giveaway, hosted by Mayor Christopher W. Curtis, will take place on Saturday, November 23, from 9 to 11 a.m., in the parking lot of the Kankakee Municipal Building. This year’s event again will provide free turkeys and traditional Thanksgiving side dishes to families in need, thanks to the […]
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Bertino-Tarrant Re-Elected Will County Executive
Will County Executive Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant was re-elected for a second term, defeating challenger Chuck Maher. With a strong commitment to public safety, balanced budgets, and transparency in government, Bertino-Tarrant’s victory reflects the support and confidence of Will County residents. “When I ran for county executive, I made a commitment to our residents to prioritize their […]
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Manhattan Joins Lawsuit Against NorthPoint, LLC, Other Named Defendants
Village of Manhattan Mayor Adrieansen and the village board of trustees unanimously decided to join the Stop NorthPoint lawsuit, which is pending against NorthPoint Development, LLC, and other named defendants, reinforcing Manhattan’s commitment to protecting local interests and preserving the integrity within the boundaries of the village. The lawsuit, spearheaded by Stop NorthPoint LLC, aims […]
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Crete Police Blotter: September 1 – 30
In an effort to inform the community of current crimes and seek the public’s assistance in pending investigations, the Crete Police Department attempts to post information related to crimes occurring within the village and includes arrests and crimes in the community. This is only a partial list of calls for service, as officers respond to […]
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Joliet Symphony Orchestra Presents ‘Pictures’ at USF November 23-24
The Joliet Symphony Orchestra’s 2024-2025 Season continues with “Pictures” on Saturday, November 23, at 7 p.m., and Sunday, November 24, at 4 p.m. The concerts will take place in Sexton Auditorium (Moser Performing Arts Center), on the main campus of University of St. Francis (USF), 500 Wilcox Street in Joliet. This concert of musical “postcards” […]
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Join USF for Breakfast with Santa
Get ready to start the holiday season with the University of St. Francis (USF) at the annual Breakfast with Santa event on Saturday, December 7, from 8:30 – 10:30 a.m., in the Sullivan Recreation Center, on the main USF campus, 500 Wilcox Street, Joliet. This annual Christmas tradition continues with a delicious breakfast, a visit […]
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Holiday Spirit Shines Bright in Frankfort with ‘Lighting of the Green’
Join in the annual Lighting of the Green, December 5 The Village of Frankfort is excited to kick-off the holiday season with the much-anticipated return of the beloved Lighting of the Green! Join family, friends, and neighbors for an evening of festive fun, twinkling lights, and holiday cheer that will make spirits bright! Lighting of […]
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Interested in Becoming IPPA Board Member? Apply Now!
The Illinois Pork Producers Association is represented by a board of directors from six regional districts and up to 12 at-large positions, along with National Pork Board, National Pork Producers Council, and other industry representatives. The board of directors is composed entirely of pork producers (with the exception of the Allied Industry Representative), and these […]
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Beecher Police Blotter: October 28 – November 2
Disclaimer: Charges against each defendant are merely accusations, with all defendants presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law. On October 28, William Ryan, 61, of Manhattan, was stopped for speeding and found to have a revoked driver’s license. He was issued citations for both offenses, given a notice-to-appear and released. On October […]
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CED Annual Report/Breakfast December 6
The CED is excited to celebrate another year of leadership in development and job creation in Will County. Join the Will County Center for Economic Development as they honor the commitments and decisions made by its investors, municipal partners, community leaders, and business owners. The event will be held on Friday, December 6, with breakfast […]