This picturesque evening in the Column Garden at the Kankakee County Museum campus, 801 S. Eighth Street in Kankakee, will begin with live music at 6:30 p.m. provided by Vince Amore and a delicious meal at 7 p.m. catered by good friends at the Bennett-Curtis House. The dinner consists of roasted pork with herbs and […]
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Haas Passes Bill to Allow Coverage on Mobile Integrated Health Care Services
Earlier this week, State Rep. Jackie Haas passed Senate Bill 3599 through the House with a unanimous vote of 114-0. In response to the passage, Rep. Haas released the following statement. “The passage of House Bill 3599 is a huge win for Illinoisans, as this will make community-based mobile integrated health care services available when […]
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Franciscan Health Crown Point Hosting Doula Workshop
Needs-based scholarship applications being accepted to cover registration fees. Franciscan Health Crown Point is hosting a doula certification workshop during two weekends in June, with needs-based scholarship applications being accepted to cover the registration fees. Doulas are trained professionals, who provide continuous physical, emotional, and informational support to their clients before, during, and shortly after […]
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Visit Chicago Southland President/CEO Jim Garrett Retiring
Jim Garrett, president/CEO for Visit Chicago Southland since 1996 is retiring on June 30. As president/CEO, Garrett has overseen the administrative, marketing and sales operation for Visit Chicago Southland (formerly Chicago Southland Convention and Visitors Bureau), with the objective to generate overnight hotel stays by promoting the Chicago Southland region as a viable location for […]
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Ashley Toepper Named in ‘2024 Class of 20 Under 40’ for Mainstreet Organization of REALTORS
The Mainstreet Organization of REALTORS recognized Ashley Toepper, with Exclusive Realtors at 207 N. Second Street in Peotone, as part of the organization’s “20 Under 40 Class of 2024.” Ashley was acknowledged as a REALTOR in the Chicagoland area for her outstanding commitment to her colleagues, clients, and communities. Ashley grew up in Kankakee but […]
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Happy Birthday/Happy Anniversary!!
Very special happy birthday wishes to: June 9: Kathy Dubbert Bolanowski!! June 10: Christopher Thacker!! June 14: Rene Wagner!! June 15: Tom Zdziniki!! Extra special happy anniversary wishes to: June 11: John and Nancy Rue!!
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Summer Solstice Sip, Shop, Stroll
Wright in Kankakee is hosting its third annual Summer Solstice Sip, Shop, and Stroll on Tuesday, June 18, from 5-8 p.m., on the beautiful grounds of the B. Harley Bradley House, at 701 S. Harrison Avenue, Kankakee. Guests will receive a free beverage and be able to stroll the beautiful gardens and visit the gift […]
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Opening Day of the Season at French Heritage Museum
Join the community on Saturday, June 1, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., for this season’s re-opening of the French Heritage Museum at the Stone Barn, 165 N. Indiana Avenue in Kankakee! Patrons may drop by to browse the museum and learn about their genealogy. Take advantage of this unique opportunity to learn about French […]
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Franciscan Health Crown Point Selects Air Methods’ Ascend EMS Course
Air Methods Ascend program provides state-of-the-art online clinical education. Air Methods, the nation’s leading air medical service provider, announced Franciscan Health Crown Point has selected its Ascend Critical Care Review online program to provide continuing education to first responders. “We strive to provide our clinicians with the best available continuing education in order to provide […]