Join us Saturday, November 4, from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., for a Magical Mystery Tour filled with groovy tributes to the Fab Four, including live music, a mesmerizing showcase of Beatles memorabilia, engaging presentations, and so much more. Whether you’re a Yellow Submarine veteran or a newcomer to Beatlemania, this celebration promises a day […]
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Kankakee Library News
Medicare 101 at the Library: Join us at the Kankakee Public Library, 201 E. Merchant Street, for an educational presentation on Medicare. This free presentation allows one to get the answers needed to Medicare questions, including what Medicare covers, when and where to apply, and what to do if you’re still working. The meeting will […]
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Kankakee River Valley Regatta Returns in 2024
The City of Kankakee and the Kankakee Valley Park District are thrilled to announce the triumphant return of the Kankakee River Valley Regatta Powerboat Races. The races will take place on the beautiful waterway of the Kankakee River and are set to make waves and ignite excitement, once again, during Labor Day Weekend 2024. This […]
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Visit Kankakee County Announces Second Round of CTAP Grant Recipients
Visit Kankakee County (formally known as the Kankakee County Convention and Visitors Bureau) Board of Directors is thrilled to continue their commitment to enhancing tourism in Kankakee County by building upon the successful initiatives that already have bolstered visitation. They are excited to unveil the recipients of the latest round of grants, aimed at infusing […]
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Area High School Sport Highlights
Golf Peotone: On Monday, October 2, Peotone High School golfers Joe Hasse and Jake Eaheart competed in the 2A Golf Sectional at Wedgewood Golf Course in Joliet. Both players were unable to advance to the state finals, as the cut line was 76, and both players shot an 87. Volleyball ILHS: On Friday, September 29, […]
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Bobcat Soccer Has Winning Week!
On Tuesday, October 3, the Bobcat soccer team traveled to play conference rival Momence, bringing home a 9-5 victory. It was never in doubt, as Beecher led at the half, 8-2, then added one more goal to three additional ones for Momence, but sealing the win. For the Bobcats, Wences Baumgartner had 3 goals and […]
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High School Volleyball News
Illinois Lutheran: On Saturday, September 23, Illinois Lutheran traveled to Wisconsin Lutheran College in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, for the WLC Lutheran Invitational Tournament. The Chargers, being the smallest school, faced tough competition with much larger schools. The day began with round robin play, playing each team once. The first match was against the largest school, Fox […]
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Sims Announces Community Revitalization Funding
State Senator Elgie R. Sims Jr. announced a combined total of $1.6 million is coming to local communities to support revitalization efforts. “Investing in affordable housing uplifts our community and boosts our local economy,” said Sims. “We are taking strong strides toward revitalization and attracting investments in the communities that need it most. All […]
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Child Network Offering CASA Training
Make a lifelong difference for a child! Every year, more than three million children nationally are reported abused or neglected. Despite the states’ attempts to help, many of these kids become trapped in the court and child welfare maze and can spend their childhood moving from one temporary shelter to another. This is where you […]