The Will County Health Department’s Environmental Health division announced mosquitoes trapped in Mokena, Frankfort, and Plainfield on July 14, tested positive for West Nile virus (WNV). These results represent the first WNV positive mosquitoes identified in Will County this year. Will County residents are reminded to protect themselves from mosquito bites and mosquito-borne diseases. No […]
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Happy Birthday/Happy Anniversary!!
Very special happy birthday wishes to: August 1: Dale Schmidt!! August 3: Sherry Morrison!! August 4: Mia Spolar!! August 5: Kobe Baumgartner and Staci Biesterfeld!! Extra special happy anniversary wishes to: July 30: A very special couple on their 68th – Richard (Dick) and Lillian Smerz!!!!! Wow!!!! Congratulations and hope it’s a wonderful day and […]
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As You Age, Say No to Junk Food
Greasy pizza, cookies, sugary drinks – you name it – junk food has a grip on many Americans, including people between 50-and-80 years old. About 13 percent of adults in that age group are addicted to highly processed foods (one-in-eight), according to a study by the University of Michigan’s National Poll on Healthy Aging. “It […]
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What’s the buzz? Floodwater mosquitos are coming
By Isabella Schreck Recent rainfalls have been needed, but with the rain comes mosquitos – and local experts said the area will be seeing more of those pesky bugs for the rest of this summer. “The ones we’re about to heavily deal with are floodwater mosquitoes,” said Mark Tomek, a biologist at the Desplaines Valley […]
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Stay Injury Free on Pickleball Court
It’s meant to be for exercise and enjoyment. There’s nothing less enjoyable than a torn Achilles tendon or a low back strain. Pickleball, the tennis-like sport that made a comeback in 2023, remains popular with older adults looking for a fun workout. But as people flock to the courts, health care experts are taking notice […]
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Ceremony Marks 160th Anniversary of Illinois Militiaman Firing First Shot at Gettysburg
It was the shot which ignited the Battle of Gettysburg, a key turning point for Union forces during the Civil War. On July 1, the Illinois National Guard, the City of Wheaton, and the DuPage County Historical Museum, commemorated the actions of 1st Lt. Marcellus Jones and the 8th Illinois Volunteer Cavalry, 160 years after […]
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Acting Out Theatre Company Presents Cinderella
Acting Out Theatre Co presents Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, July 21st through 23rd. Audience members of Acting Out Theatre Co.’s “Cinderella” will take a musical journey right in Kankakee’s Cobb Park. Gates open each night at 5:15 p.m. for a 5:30 p.m. pre-show fest. Tickets are currently available at Joy’s […]
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Riverside Welcomes Dr. Sara Yap to Endocrinology Team
Dr. Yap is seeing patients in Bourbonnais Riverside Healthcare is pleased to welcome endocrinologist Sara Yap, MD, who joins endocrinologists Dr. Jabiz Behzadpour and Dr. Rachel Shell at Riverside Medical Group – Endocrinology Specialists in Bourbonnais. Endocrinologists specialize in diagnosing and treating hormone-related issues, including diabetes, thyroid disorders, adrenal disorders, and metabolic disorders. Dr. Yap […]
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Manteno’s Second Concert Series July 21
Join the Village of Manteno for their Summer Concert Series, Rockin’ on the Square, this Friday, July 21, from 7 – 9:30 p.m., at the Square on Second Street – the village’s most popular community park, which features a bouncing pillow, zipline, fireplace, and lighted fountain. Brought to you by this month’s sponsor Taylor Ford […]
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Teach Kids Kindness and Gratitude with Thank You Notes
(StatePoint) Nearly 60 percent of Americans say they send thank you notes at least occasionally to show their appreciation for a gift or favor, according to a recent poll from AmericanGreetings.com. While writing thank yous might seem time consuming, it’s actually a wonderful opportunity to teach children important life lessons, such as kindness, gratitude, and […]