The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) recently announced a recommendation that all children and adolescents ages eight-to-18 years be screened for anxiety. The goal of the new recommendation is to diagnose and treat anxiety disorders early on. Early diagnosis is important because, often times, untreated anxiety in childhood follows the person into adulthood and […]
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When Bug Bites Turn Serious
Warmer temperatures bring the return of pesky insects, especially at dusk. Experts say while most bug bites are not serious, there are times when you need to see a health care provider immediately. Most bites can be treated quickly. Dr. Andrew Zasada, an internal medicine physician at OSF HealthCare, says treatment of most minor bug […]
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Manteno Holding First Rockin’ on the Square
The Village of Manteno is holding the first Rockin’ on the Square, sponsored by Berkot’s Super Foods, in addition to the eighth annual Golf Cart Parade. Join the Village of Manteno for the kick-off of their Summer Concert Series – Rockin’ on the Square, on Friday, June 16, from 7 – 9:30 p.m., at the […]
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‘Lincoln and Kankakee – Shocking New Discoveries!’
This Saturday, June 17, at the Kankakee County Museum, 801 S. Eighth Avenue, Tom George will discuss connections he discovered between Kankakee and Abraham Lincoln. Tom came upon these while writing an article about Abraham Lincoln’s 1856 visit to Kalamazoo, Michigan, which oddly has a Kankakee origin. Kankakee and Alonzo Mack were factors in Lincoln’s […]
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GSU: The Knowledge Exchange Summer Session Activities
The summer session of presentations, a performance, and a field trip begins on Friday, July 7, with an in person photo lecture series with Myras Osman. The series will be held July 7, 14, and 21, from 10 a.m. to noon, in room B2203. Then on July 28, “Catch the Twain” will be featured from […]
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Nature Foundation’s Online Summer Blooms Plant Sale June 9 – July 9
An online Summer Blooms native plant sale, hosted by The Nature Foundation of Will County, will be held from June 9 – July 9. Plant orders may be placed via the Foundation’s website, willcountynature.org, through noon Sunday, July 9. The plant pickup and pop-up sale is set for Saturday, July 29, or Sunday, July 30, […]
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Riverside Healthcare Welcomes General Surgeon Aline Dang, DO
General surgeons specialize in various surgical treatment areas, including abdomen, breast, head and neck, blood vessels, and digestive tract diseases. They also care for patients who have suffered an injury or trauma that requires immediate surgery. Riverside’s general surgeons offer robotic surgery as a way for patients to receive improved results, minimal scarring, and potentially […]
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Summer Road Trip with Your Pet?
By Kim Salerno, CEO/Founder TripsWithPets, Inc. What you need to know about pets and distracted driving. Summer is a season of travel. More people hit the road during the warmer months, whether to visit friends and family, explore new places, or go on outdoor adventures. The good news is, many summer travelers are bringing pets […]
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Watering Reminder for New Tree Owners
Trees Forever reminds all owners of newly planted trees to provide extra watering attention this spring and summer. Due to the excessive heat and lack of rain, it is important newly planted or transplanted trees have enough water heading into the warmer months. The initial period after a tree is planted is particularly straining, as […]
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Project SUN Rings in Pride Month with Panel Discussion
“Creating an Inclusive Community: Panel Discission Q&A” sponsored by Project SUN and The Grow Center took place on Thursday, June 1, at The Grow Center in Bourbonnais, with the purpose of encouraging the community to look at ways to be more inclusive, particularly during Pride Month. Approximately 40 people participated. The event helped attendees reach […]