GPS-enabled kayaks deployed at Emiquon offer new hope in struggle to keep multiple species of invasive carp at bay, TNC officials say. LEWISTOWN, Ill. Unmanned kayaks equipped with side-scanning sonar gathering data in the dark of night at The Nature Conservancy in Illinois’ (TNC) Emiquon Preserve could be a game changer in wetlands invasive […]
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Manteno Woman’s Club Celebrates the Season
The Manteno Woman’s Club held their December luncheon and meeting at the Manteno Sportsman’s Club on Wednesday, December 6, with Susan Turner serving as committee chairman of the holiday meeting. The guest speaker, Carol Snyder, provided a lovely and informative flower arranging demonstration, using seasonal colors and ornaments. In addition to fresh flowers, she used […]
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‘Christmas at Augustana’ Features Local Students
The Augustana College Department of Music recently presented Christmas at Augustana. More than 200 student musicians took the stage to share their talents in what has become a highlight of the Augustana and Quad-Cities holiday season. Presented by Quad City Bank and Trust, “Christmas at Augustana” has thrilled audiences since 2008. The performance features the […]
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Beecher Community Library News
Call the library at 708-946-9090 for programs that require registration. The library’s Penfield Street parking lot entrance will be closed until spring, but the Maxwell Street entrance still is open. Turn north on Maxwell from Indiana Avenue to get to the library. The library will be closed on Saturday, December 23, for the Christmas holiday. […]
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Monee’s Crozehead Cooperage Inducted into Illinois Made Program
Crozehead Cooperage, a handcrafted barrel-making company in the Village of Monee, has been inducted into the Illinois Made program by Gov. J.B. Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO). Illinois Made is a group of local businesses that best exemplify authentic experiences and one-of-a-kind products boosting Illinois’ destination value. Crozehead Cooperage, […]
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Rep. Haas Receives Illinois CBHA Legislator of Year Award
Recently, State Rep. Jackie Haas received the Community Behavioral Healthcare Association of Illinois (CBHA) 2023 Legislator of the Year Award. “I am truly honored to receive this award from such an incredible organization,” said Rep. Haas. “As a licensed clinical social worker with more than 30 years’ experience working in the community, I have been […]
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Peotone Library News
The library will be closed on Monday, December 25, for the Christmas holiday, as well as Monday, January 1, for the New Year’s holiday. Interested in the Homebound Delivery Program? Then contact the Adult Services Department for more information and guidelines. Register for events on the website calendar or call the library at 708-258-3436. Youth […]
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Rockett Sentenced to 12 Years in Fatal Girlfriend Shooting
Will County State’s Attorney James Glasgow announced Ben Rockett, 71, of Joliet, was sentenced recently to 12 years in prison in the 2021 shooting death of Sonja Underwood. Rockett pled guilty to Armed Habitual Criminal (a class X felony) before Circuit Judge Carmen Goodman. On the evening of March 30, 2021, Rockett and girlfriend Underwood […]
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Music, Ugly Sweaters, Hot Chocolate, Sinterklaas, Oh My!
The Kankakee County Historical Society will host their annual ugly sweater and hot chocolate party on Friday, December 15, from 3 to 8 p.m.! Enjoy an evening of holiday cheer right in the middle of the Kankakee County Museum’s 45th Annual Gallery of Trees, 801 S. Eighth Avenue! This year’s ugly sweater party features Marcia’s […]
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Put a Freeze on Electrical Fires During Winter Holidays
State Farm offering free Ting device. As homeowners string decorative lights and plug in additional appliances to stay warm during the holidays, State Farm is providing tips to help keep common holiday electrical fire hazards at bay. Nearly 5,000 homeowners filed claims with State Farm related to electrical/faulty wiring issues this year (November 2022 to […]