The Kankakee Valley Genealogical Society will host Laura Kovarik at its next meeting, Saturday, April 1, at 10:30 a.m., at the Kankakee Public Library, 201 E. Merchant Street. Kovarik will present the program “They Lived Where? Tips for Researching Locations.” Location research shows the details surrounding a family, giving context and understanding to their lives. […]
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Answering Questions Concerning Mental Health Sales Tax on Ballot
Kankakee County residents have an opportunity to vote on a sales tax referendum at the April 4 General Election. Voters will decide if they are willing to adopt a ¼ cent sales tax to create local, long-term solutions to address chronic gaps in the mental health system of care. Several objections and questions have been […]
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Manteno/Bourbonnais Easter Egg Dashes
Join the Village of Manteno for its annual Easter Egg Dash at Heritage Park, 500 W. Cook Street. Take pictures with the bunny starting at 10 a.m., with the Dash beginning at 11 a.m. There will be three age zones, including: Pre-K and younger, first and second grades, plus third and fourth grades. Bring a […]
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Educate, Advocate, Eliminate: Sexual Violence Awareness Conference April 21
Clove Alliance, Kankakee Community College (KCC), and the 21st Judicial Circuit Family Violence Coordinating Council are sponsoring a conference for professionals, Educate – Advocate – Eliminate: Sexual Violence Awareness Conference, on Friday, April 21, from 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., on the campus of KCC. This all-day conference is intended for law enforcement, mental health, […]
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Letter to the Editor: Hubbard
Dear Editor: With more effective Alzheimer’s treatments on the horizon, it’s an exciting time in the fight against Alzheimer’s and all other dementia – but we have more work to do. That’s why volunteer advocates from across the United States will come together at our nation’s Capital to speak about the devastating toll of this […]
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Harbor House Hosting 40-Hour Domestic Violence Training
Harbor House is excited to announce its upcoming certified 40-hour Domestic Violence Training in April. “Our 40-Hour Domestic Violence Training Program is an excellent resource to empower the community to become advocates for survivors of domestic violence both in their professional and personal lives,” noted Jenny Shoenwetter, Harbor House Executive Director and CEO. “Providing education […]
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ECDA to Host Workshop with KCHD
The Economic and Community Development Agency (ECDA) will hold a Small Business Workshop on Tuesday, April 4, from 5 to 6:30 p.m., at the ECDA Office, 200 E. Court Street, Suite 410, Kankakee. This English-language workshop is in partnership with the Kankakee County Health Department (KCHD) to provide an overview of the necessary steps of […]
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Rep. Haas Recognizes World Social Work Day and Fellow Illinois Social Workers
On Tuesday, House Assistant Republican Leader Jackie Haas recognized Illinois social workers on World Social Work Day, which is recognized on the third Tuesday of every March. Leader Haas, also a Social Worker, has served her community in that capacity for more than 30 years. “Illinois Social Workers help individuals through the challenges and difficulties […]
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Monthly Mass/Dinner/Adoration: St. Rose of Lima Chapel
St. Rose of Lima Chapel, 486 W. Merchant Street in Kankakee, will celebrate monthly Mass at 6 p.m., on Friday, March 31. Those attending are asked to enter through the west door under the canopy, which also has an elevator. Stella Bear Foods will be serving a three-course Lenten Dinner downstairs, from 4:40-8:30 p.m., in […]
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Local Students Exhibit at 33rd Annual KCC High School Art Show
Students from 13 local schools have original artwork on display for the 33rd annual Kankakee Community College High School Juried Art Exhibition. The show runs until March 29 in the lower level of the Miner Memorial Library at KCC. Hours are from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., Monday through Thursday, and 8 a.m. – 1 […]