Wright at Twilight is BACK! Make plans to join family and friends on Thursday, September 5, from 5-8 p.m. The popular event, sponsored by Wright in Kankakee, takes place at Frank Lloyd Wright’s B. Harley Bradley House, on the bank of the beautiful Kankakee River, 701 S. Harrison Avenue in Kankakee. Local musicians Jerry Downs […]
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Farmers Markets
Current schedule for Local Farmers Markets: Beecher – Saturday, August 24 and September 14, from 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Peace Lutheran Church, 540 Oak Park Avenue; Peotone – Market in the Park, Tuesday, September 3, from 4-8 p.m., Peotone Park; Crete – Mondays, from 4-8 p.m., at Main and Exchange, held in conjunction with Classic Car […]
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Clove Alliance Announces Newest Team Member, ‘Buckeye’
Clove Alliance is excited to announce its certified therapy dog, Buckeye, who will provide comfort and support to survivors seeking help. Buckeye is a friendly, well-trained Goldendoodle, who thrives on offering emotional support. His presence can help create a safe and calming environment, making it easier for survivors to open-up and share their experiences. Buckeye […]
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Riverside Expands Primary Care Team
Laura Redenius, FNP-BC, is accepting new patients in Bourbonnais. Riverside Healthcare is pleased to welcome board-certified family medicine nurse practitioner Laura Redenius, FNP-BC. Since 2019, Redenius has worked as a charge nurse in the labor and delivery unit at Riverside Medical Center. Redenius completed her Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree at Western Governors University […]
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Illinois Swimming Open Water State Championships at Lake Manteno
Despite some overcast skies on Tuesday, August 6, there was a great deal of festive activity at Manteno Sportsmen’s Club, with Illinois Swimming, Inc., hosting the Illinois Swimming Open Water State Championships, for the third year in a row, at Lake Manteno. Hundreds of spectators were present and ready to enjoy the 209 athletes who […]
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Joyce Announces Fire Department Funding Opportunity
State Sen. Patrick Joyce joined the Office of the State Fire Marshal in announcing applications now are being accepted for the Small Equipment Grant Program. “When first responders have access to new or updated equipment, it allows them to perform their jobs better,” said Joyce. “This grant program helps ensure these services are receiving the […]
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New Veterans Assistance at KPL
In partnership with the Hines VAMC, Kankakee Public Library, 201 E. Merchant Street in Kankakee, is pleased to announce free, walk-in consultations with a VA representative on the third Tuesday of every month, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., in the third floor suite. The first event will be held on Tuesday, August 20. Each […]
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KCC Athletics Golf Outing October 12
Tickets and sponsorship opportunities are available. Kankakee Community College Athletics is planning a fall golf outing for former athletes and community members. KCC’s Athletics Golf Outing will be held on Saturday, October 12, at the Kankakee Elks Country Club, 2283 Bittersweet Drive, in St. Anne. Lunch is at 11 a.m., with a shotgun start for […]
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Swapapalooza: Free Community Clothing Exchange at Library
Celebrate sustainability and a culture of sharing in the community with a free, all-ages, clothing exchange at the Bourbonnais Public Library, on Saturday, September 7, from 10 a.m. – noon. Swapapalooza offers a terrific chance to trade in gently-used clothing and swap for some free new-to-you attire! Clean out your closet, find new homes for […]
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Farmers Market Updates
Current schedule for Local Farmers Markets: Beecher – Saturday, August 24, from 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Peace Lutheran Church, 540 Oak Park Avenue; Peotone – Market in the Park, Tuesday, August 20, from 4-8 p.m., Peotone Park; Crete – Mondays, from 4-8 p.m., at Main and Exchange, held in conjunction with Classic Car Cruise Night, through […]