The Safe Start program teaches teens conflict resolution, emotional accountability and healthy boundaries to prevent domestic violence and foster safer communities.
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SXU Health Fair strengthens community wellness
Saint Xavier University’s Community Health Fair connected residents with screenings, resources and workshops while showcasing student expertise and community partnerships.
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Transportation Major Concern for District 114 Parents
Manhattan School District’s board heard comments from two concerned parents about bus transportation — one telling the board how her five-year-old kindergartner…
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Stagg High School hosts 45th annual Marching Band Jamboree
Stagg High hosted its 45th Marching Band Jamboree with 15 bands, the Marching Illini, 1,500 students, and community support.
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SXU Gallery Show Stuns with Cathie Ruggie Saunders’ Bold New Exhibit
SXU Gallery showcases Cathie Ruggie Saunders’ “That Which Remains,” featuring artists’ books, letterpress prints, and mixed-media pieces exploring memory and creativity.
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Moraine Valley’s Halloween 5K returns this October
Moraine Valley’s Halloween 5K on Oct. 25 features costumes, kids’ activities, and community fun while supporting student scholarships.
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207-U hits the ‘fiscal cliff’
Peotone 207-U School Board voted, with everyone present, on Monday to put the budget on display. In it, the district shows a more than $4M deficit.
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Moraine Valley earns National Excellence Award for Mental Health and Well-Being
Moraine Valley Community College earned the 2025 Excellence in Mental Health and Well-Being Award for outstanding student support services.
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New Cougars begin academic journey at SXU
Saint Xavier welcomed new students during Cougar Trax, featuring educational sessions, First-Year Fest, and the New Student Induction Ceremony.
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MSD114 Teacher’s Union contract passes
The union contract for teachers at Manhattan School District 114 has been approved, Union President Susan Kubik reported at the August 14 meeting.