February 26 was National Letter to an Elder Day, and Village Woods Retirement and Assisted Living loves to celebrate. Once again, partnering with Coretta Scott King Magnet School in University Park and Faith URC Girl’s Club, each resident received and was delivered a personal letter to brighten their day. Loretta H. said, “How did he […]
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Trinity Rock Star Wins Best in Show at Lowe’s National Competition
Ten years ago, Ryan Barry, a talented middle school track and cross-country runner, taught himself to play the guitar. “I never took guitar lessons,” said Barry. “I watched YouTube videos and learned to play by ear.” Immediately, Ryan fell in love with the genre of rock music known as heavy metal, sounds that are intense, […]
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Every Step Counts
Heart Month is a good time to start walking, plus it’s no secret walking is good for you. In fact, medical experts say it’s better than running. Walking improves fitness, reduces pain, eases depression and fatigue, and helps with circulation and posture, and more. It’s especially good for older adults. According to a study published […]
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Franciscan Health Olympia Fields Adding Medical Simulator, Behavioral Telehealth Program
Funding secured by U.S. Rep. Kelly, U.S. Sens. Durbin and Duckworth. Franciscan Health Olympia Fields will open a medical simulation center in mid-2023 and add behavioral telehealth to its emergency department thanks, in part, to funding secured by Illinois U.S. Senators Dick Durbin and Tammy Duckworth and U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly of Illinois’ 2nd Congressional […]
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Clove Alliance Hosting GLO BINGO
Clove Alliance organizers are expecting a sell-out crowd at GLO BINGO on Thursday, March 23, at the Kankakee Fairgrounds Expo Center. This is not your grandma’s bingo, but it is a special 18 years and older night of high energy, loud music, black lights, and tons of fun! Doors open at 4:30 p.m., with bingo […]
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Happy Birthday/Happy Anniversary!!
Very special happy birthday wishes to: March 12: Matthew Moore!! March 13: Ralph Nagel Jr.!! March 14: Gionna Quick and Bruce Biesterfeld!! March 15: Andy Russell and Steve Schmidt!! March 17: Pat Strubhar!! Extra special happy anniversary wishes to: March 16: Tom and Courtney Bettenhausen!!
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Lenten Services
At-a-Glance: The Greater Peotone Clergy Association will host its weekly Lenten soup supper and worship service on Wednesday, March 15, at Wilton Center Federated Church, 14101 W. Joliet Road, Manhattan. Federated Church members will be assisted by those from St. John’s United Church of Christ. The soup supper begins at 6 p.m. and will be […]
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The Knowledge Exchange Potpourri Lecture Series
The Potpourri Lecture Series, through the Park Forest Library, offers stimulating and thought provoking as well as entertaining programming and is co-organized by participants of The Knowledge Exchange (TKE) and often includes guest lecturers and presenters from TKE and Governors State University. This Thursday, March 2, at 10:30 a.m., The Knowledge Exchange will feature “Tony […]
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Franciscan Health Outpatient Therapy Frankfort Reopens
Open house planned for March 15 Franciscan Health Outpatient Therapy Frankfort is set to reopen February 27, representatives announced. “We’re extremely pleased to be able to bring these services back to the community,” said Laurie Shellito, director of rehabilitation services for Franciscan Health Olympia Fields. “We look forward to offering our patients one-to-one skilled therapy, […]
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Visit Kankakee County Invests in River Safety Signage
Visit Kankakee County, partnering with Bourbonnais Township Park District, the City of Kankakee, the River Safety Committee, and representatives from Riverside Medical Center Dana Arseneau and Illinois Department of Natural Resources Louie Farber, is identifying hazardous locations on the Kankakee River. The group will coordinate the installation of new signage to heighten awareness and promote […]