Kankakee Public Library, 201 E. Merchant Street in Kankakee, announced some of its programs for the beginning of May. For additional information or to register, call the library at 815-939-4564, visit www.lions-online.org, or their Facebook page. Therapeutic Tai Chi at the Library: The library is excited to host a five-week beginner course of therapeutic Tai […]
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Bergin Named WCHD Asst. Executive Director
Will County Health Department Executive Director Elizabeth Bilotta announced the promotion of Denise Bergin to Assistant Executive Director, effective April 17. Bergin takes over the Assistant Executive Director position following Bilotta’s promotion to Executive Director after Sue Olenek’s retirement in February. Bergin spent nearly 30 years working at the Will County Health Department in the […]
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Happy Birthday/Happy Anniversary!!
Very special happy birthday wishes to: April 19: A very special lady on her 100th – Alice Figlo!!!!!!! Congratulations and wishing many happy and healthy years to come!!!!!! April 20: Rev. Tom Ewing, Pastor at St. Luke UCC in Beecher!!!!!! April 23: Bradley Oliver!! April 25: Larry McVey!!!!! April 26: Mark Mehochko and Cassidy Russell!!!! […]
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Spring Lunch/Bingo April 27; RSVP Now!
Join Meals on Wheels for an afternoon of food, fun, and Bingo, on Thursday, April 27, from 1 – 4 p.m., at St. Paul’s United Church of Christ, 5323 W. Margaret Street in Monee. Lunch is served at 1 p.m., followed by Bingo and prizes at 2 p.m. A $4 donation is suggested for lunch […]
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‘Rescue ME’ Crafters’ Resale
They’re back! The Manhattan-Elwood Quilt Group is hosting its Rescue ME Crafters’ Resale on Saturday, April 15, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the Manhattan Township Office, 230 Wabash Street, in Manhattan. The resale features quilting, sewing, and needlework supplies. Purchase a bag to fill for a $10 donation. They also have vintage quilts […]
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Dr. Omar Hamoui to Lead Franciscan Health Olympia Fields Heart, Vascular Institute
Omar M. Hamoui, MD, has been named the new medical director of Franciscan Health Olympia Fields Heart and Vascular Institute and brings more than 20 years of personalized cardiology care experience and academic expertise to his new role. “We are pleased to welcome Dr. Hamoui to Franciscan Health Olympia Fields Heart and Vascular Institute,” said […]
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Happy Birthday/Happy Anniversary!!
Very special happy birthday wishes to: April 13: Clyde Brandau on his first birthday!! April 16: Lindsay Matthias!! April 19: Brian Biederman and Tom Morrison!! April 20: Tammy Cowger!! April 21: Mark Asbrand, Diane Nadler, and a very special lady – Peggy Schwiesow!!!! April 22: Olivia Mondello!!
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Wire Brush Bristles: The Worst BBQ Ingredient
Why hundreds of people in the U.S. are sent to the emergency room each year. As Americans enjoy grilling their burgers, chicken, vegetables, and more, there’s one ingredient you want to steer clear of – parts of the metal grill brush! Those short, metal brushes used to clean a grill result in approximately 150-200 medical […]
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Taking a Deep Breath During Albuterol Shortage
Tips for those with asthma or COPD. Pharmacies are dealing with a shortage nationwide of the medication used to treat breathing conditions as result of an Illinois manufacturer shutting down three facilities this year and filing for bankruptcy in 2020. Melody Bauman, a physician assistant with OSF Medical Group – Lung and Pulmonology, is keeping […]