FuelFest, a global automotive festival, brings its inaugural Midwest show to Bridgeview’s SeatGeek Stadium on Saturday, featuring live drifting, a full concert, and appearances by celebrities including actor Cody Walker and Tyrese Gibson.
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Monee Chamber hands out two scholarships
Recipients of the 2026 Monee Chamber of Commerce scholarships are honors students and volunteers looking to make a difference in the community.
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New trustee appointed in Grant Park amid IRS ‘unpleasantness’
The Grant Park Board of Trustees has appointed Brian Martin, the brother of Trustee Jason Martin, following the resignation of Trustee Julie Quinn, which was announced last month.
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Pritzker waives tax penalties for residents in 11 counties hit by severe storms
Illinois residents and businesses in 11 counties affected by spring and early summer storms can now request waivers of tax penalties and interest if severe weather prevented them from filing or paying on time.
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Fourth of July Fireworks show times
Beecher Date: July 4 Time: Dusk Location: Fireman’s Park, 675 Penfield St Bridgeview Date: July 3 Time: 9:15 p.m. Location: Commissioners Park, 8100 S. Beloit Avenue Brookfield Date: July 4 Time: Dusk Location: Kiwanis Park, 8820 Brookfield Avenue Kankakee Date: July 4 Time: Dusk (show is about 25 minutes long) Location: Kankakee Community College, 100 […]
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Round Barn interior construction starting soon
With the Round Barn being an iconic historical structure in Manhattan, everyone is anxious to hear when it will be ready to host events. While the exterior renovations have largely been completed, the Manhattan Park District has been working to finalize the architectural plans for its interior.
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Beecher Fire District seeks community input
The Beecher Fire Protection District issued a call for residents, business owners, and community stakeholders to provide and help gather community feedback about the fire district and “guide important conversations about the future of emergency services” within the district.
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Beecher street work no problem for Fourth of July fest
The Miller Street construction project in Beecher will not interfere with this weekend’s Independence Day celebration.
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Bicyclist dies after being hit by vehicle near Manteno
A Bourbonnais man died Monday after he was hit by a vehicle east of Manteno, Kankakee County Sheriff’s police said.
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Eagle Scout hopeful sponsors Diaper Drive
Aspiring Eagle Scout Jacob Brasel has created a Diaper Drive for Anew, a nonprofit organization.