The Peotone High School Student Council third annual Community Golf Cart Parade was a huge success, which included perfect weather and a lot of amazingly decorated carts! Congratulations to our top winners this year! First place went to the Amazon Golf Cart, with Mary Crowe and Amy Younker; second place – Minions Golf Cart Crew, […]
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Farmers Markets
Current schedule for Local Farmers Markets: Beecher – Saturday, September 14 and 28, from 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Peace Lutheran Church, 540 Oak Park Avenue; Peotone – Market in the Park, Tuesday, September 17, from 4-8 p.m., Peotone Park; Manteno – Thursdays, from 4 to 7 p.m., Division and Main Streets; Manhattan – Saturdays, from 9 […]
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County EMA to Hold Public Preparedness Webinars
As part of National Preparedness Month, the Will County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) is hosting a series of 30-minute “Lunch and Learn” webinars focused on public preparedness in September. These virtual sessions will provide practical information to residents aimed at enhancing safety and readiness in a variety of emergency situations. “The webinars are a fast […]
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Congratulations, Emma Bialko!
Bialko receives Gold Ranking in 2024 National FFA Agricultural Proficiency Awards. Emma Bialko, of the Peotone FFA Chapter in Peotone, has received a Gold Ranking this year for the Equine Science Placement Agricultural Proficiency Award. Only nine FFA members nationwide were selected as Gold Ranking or higher in this proficiency award area. Agricultural Proficiency Awards […]
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Say Good-Bye to Summer with Evening Paddle or Fishing Derby
Here are the Forest Preserve District of Will County programs for the week of September 16. Online registration is available on the Event Calendar at ReconnectWithNature.org. Summer Send-Off Paddle, from 6-8 p.m., Thursday, September 19, Monee Reservoir, Monee Township: Say goodbye to summer with a recreational evening paddle. Once off the water, hang by the […]
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Looking Back
By Arline Adamsick The Beecher Herald: September 5, 1974 “Assessed Valuations Up Nearly $1Million” “The township board met Tuesday night, September 3, at the Community Hall. In addition to the routine paying of bills, the following was discussed briefly: There will have to be a township election in Beecher next spring to elect one member […]
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Forest Preserve’s Woods Walk Hiking Challenge September – November
The Forest Preserve District of Will County’s annual Woods Walk hiking challenge runs through Saturday, November 30. Participants who hike at least seven-of-10 designated trails earn a special medallion that can be pinned to a backpack or walking stick. The 2024 medallion will feature a bald eagle for the first time in the challenge’s history. […]
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Rep. Haas Hosts Veteran Resource Fair
State Rep. Jackie Haas is co-hosting a free Veteran Resource Fair with the Veterans Assistance Commission of Kankakee County on Tuesday, September 10, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Kankakee VAC Office, 581 William R. Latham Senior Drive in Bourbonnais. “There is always more we can do to support our veterans,” said Rep. […]
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Forest Preserve Programs Feature Fishing, Backpacking, Prairie Exploration
Here are the Forest Preserve District of Will County programs for the week of September 9. Online registration is available on the Event Calendar at ReconnectWithNature.org. Nature Play Day After Hours – The Prairie, from 6-7:30 p.m., Tuesday, September 10, Plum Creek Nature Center, Crete Township: Explore the prairie and all its colors, textures, smells, […]
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Tips to Stay Connected During Natural Disasters
(StatePoint) No matter where you live or what time of the year it is, individuals, families, businesses, and others nationwide should be prepared for unpredictable weather and natural disasters – from hurricanes to tornadoes to wildfires. With some researchers forecasting a potentially record-breaking hurricane season and above normal risks for wildfires for some portions of […]