Crete-Monee School District 201-U has been awarded a $500,000 grant from the Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) School Violence Prevention Program, a U.S. Department of Justice subsidiary. This funding aims to enhance safety and security within schools and on school grounds through evidence-based programs and technology. Crete-Monee School District was one of only 203 recipients […]
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Blue Devils VB Dims Comets
In front of the hometown fans, the Peotone Blue Devils’ conference volleyball match-up was a nail bitter in the first set against the Reed-Custer Comets on Tuesday, October 15. The Blue Devils took the first set, 25-23, behind Mia Connelley, who had 7 kills. Also in the score book was Ella Stupegia with 6 digs, […]
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Still Time to Support WC Summer Internship Program
The Will County Summer Internship Program is seeking participation from employers and organizations. The program is a paid internship designed to give high school students opportunities to discover career paths, provide a valuable resume-building experience, and establish community connection for both businesses and students. The deadline for organizations to participate is November 15. To apply […]
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PHS Recognizes VB Seniors October 15
On Tuesday, October 15, Peotone High School recognized and thanked its senior athletes and their families for their dedication to the volleyball program and for their efforts to help make the past four years a successful time. Our first senior is Autumn Clay, represented by her parents, Natalie and Adam Clay, and her sisters, Ella […]
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200U Trending in the Right Direction
By Jeff Vorva The three principals in Beecher School District 200U shared test scores from the previous school year and while there was a downturn in some areas, Mike Meyer, the high school principal, was the most disappointed. He gave a series of stats and graphs and summarized it with somewhat mixed feelings. “This is […]
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Devils Outrun the Bulldogs on Homecoming
By Andrea Arens It’s always nice to get a win on Homecoming, and that’s exactly what the Devils did – a nice win at 52-14. A lively parade, fantastic fireworks, and a good crowd set the stage for the Devils on October 11. The Homecoming Court paraded on field and Grand Marshal Vicki Moore, owner […]
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Vedette Sports Report
By Jeff Vorva One shot made all the difference in the world for Beecher’s boys golf team. The Bobcats won the second sectional title in program history by compiling a 326 at the Illinois High School Association Class 1A Bismark-Henning Sectional on October 7, at Turtle Run Golf Course. They beat out North Shore Country […]
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New Rules for Friday Night Lights
By Andrea Arens A new policy released by Peotone 207-U on social media caused quite the stir. Parents commenting seemed to think the policy was “stupid” and that new administration “didn’t understand” how a small town worked. The policy requires elementary, intermediate, and junior high students to have an adult with them to enter the […]
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Blue Devils Win Tight Match vs. Bulldogs
By Jim Piacentini The Peotone Blue Devils volleyball team faced their conference foe the Streator Bulldogs on Thursday, October 10, and it was a barn burner. The girls came out ready to play. All three sets were determined by seven points in total. Peotone took the first set, 25-22, and were led by Mia Connelley […]
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Blue Devils Sock-It to Bobcats
By JIM PIACENTINI The Peotone Blue Devils came out swinging on Monday, October 7, against the Beecher Bobcats, in home court non-conference volleyball action. The Blue Devils took the first set 25-15 and never looked back. They were led by Mia Connelley, with 13 kills, Ella Stupegia’s 11 digs, and Allie Werner’s 17 assists. For […]