The University of St. Francis (USF) is hosting an American Red Cross blood drive on Wednesday, February 15, from 1 to 6 p.m., in the Assembly Hall Gymnasium at USF’s St. Clare Campus, 1550 Plainfield Road in Joliet. For an appointment, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit redcrossblood.org and enter “60435” in the red “Find […]
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Win Prizes When Savoring the Southland!
The Chicago Southland Convention and Visitors Bureau (CSCVB) has launched “Savor The Southland,” a new program that aims to reward users for visiting local restaurants. Anyone can sign-up for the free program’s passport. With more than 67 local restaurants included within the passport, it showcases the best of the Chicago Southland in an easy, mobile-friendly […]
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Kankakee County Convention/Visitors Bureau Investing in Tourism-Related Projects; Grants Available
The Kankakee County Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) Board of Directors is proud to continue investing in Kankakee County tourism efforts by expanding on the good work done to drive visitation. Since the Bureau’s inception, Kankakee County and its municipalities have benefited economically from growth in tourism visitation. As the county emerges from the pandemic, […]
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Harbor House Hosting Events for Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month
In recognition of February as Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, Harbor House, in partnership with other organizations, is hosting various events to educate teens, parents, and the community about the dating violence epidemic. “Teen dating violence impacts one-in-three teens and out of those affected, only 33 percent tell anyone,” said Jenny Schoenwetter, executive director and […]
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New Items to View at Old Courthouse Museum
The Old Courthouse Museum, 103 W. Cherry in Watseka, has added a few items for the viewing pleasure of its visitors. One of the displays includes items from the Addison Goodell family of Loda, including a Stylograph, used to make copies of correspondence in the late 1800s, an 1871 banking ledger, an 1884 county atlas, […]
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Manteno Legion Hosting Prime Rib/Salmon Valentine’s Day Dinner
Mark your calendars for a special Valentine’s Day treat. On February 14, from 5 – 7 p.m., at Manteno American Legion, 117 N. Walnut, the Legion is hosting your choice of a prime rib or salmon dinner. Tickets are $30 for prime rib or $20 for salmon, with carry-outs available for an additional $2 fee. […]
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Looking Back
By Arline Adamsick The Beecher Herald: February 1, 1973 A little history about the chain of papers to which the Beecher Herald belongs… “Today We are Seven!” “This week Russell Printing Company launches its seventh newspaper, the Steger News. The move expands the chain’s already comprehensive coverage of eastern Will County papers. “G. Lee Russell […]
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Love in the Air at Forest Preserve District
With Valentine’s Day approaching, the Forest Preserve District of Will County has scheduled several programs that celebrate the sweeties we have or the ones we hope to find. Take a lantern-lit hike with your valentine, attend a singles mingle, or grab a gal pal and mix some mocktails. Online program registration is available on the […]
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Where Was Kankakee County’s Mini-golf Hot Spot in the 1970s?
By Melanie Holmes Once upon a time, families gathered at drive-in theaters, local shopping centers (large clusters of stores with one or more “anchors,” such as Sears or JC Penney; Meadowview had both!), and mini-golf hot spots. On the latter, the hottest spot in Kankakee County was Pee Wee Golf Course, a.k.a., Fifty-Fore Golf Range. […]
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United Way Opens 2023-‘24 Grant Application
United Way of Kankakee and Iroquois Counties’ 2023-2024 Community Investment Fund grant application now is open. These funds are made available to 501c(3) non-profit organizations that provide services in Kankakee and/or Iroquois Counties and are directed toward programs that effectively improve the health, education, and/or financial stability of our neighbors. Eligible community programs are invited […]