With support from State Sen. Patrick Joyce, three public libraries in the 40th Senate District are set to receive more than $219,000 in funding through library and literacy grant programs. “Many libraries are able to expand their services because of funding through these state programs,” said Joyce. “From events to books, libraries are one of […]
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Farmers Market Updates
Time is running out to visit local Farmers Markets: Beecher – Saturday, October 12, from 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Peace Lutheran Church, 540 Oak Park Avenue; Manhattan – Saturdays, through October, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Bothwell Farms, 13015 W. Smith Road, Manhattan; Monee: Every Saturday, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., The Crow and […]
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Rep. Haas Joins Reps. Ugaste and La Ha Addressing Illinois Property Tax Crisis
Recently, State Rep. Jackie Haas joined State Representatives Dan Ugaste and Nicole La Ha for a press conference that addressed Illinois’ critical need for property tax relief. The representatives discussed the skyrocketing property tax bills that recently shocked families across the Chicagoland area. “I have received call after call and dozens of emails from constituents […]
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Farmers Market End-of-Season Updates
Time is running out to visit local Farmers Markets: Beecher – Saturday, October 12, from 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Peace Lutheran Church, 540 Oak Park Avenue; Manhattan – Saturdays, through October, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Bothwell Farms, 13015 W. Smith Road, Manhattan; Monee: Every Saturday, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., The Crow and […]
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Fall Events You’ll Not Want to Miss at the Museum
Hocus Pocus – Movie Night/ Vendor Fair: This October is the perfect time to visit the Kankakee County Museum, 801 S. Eighth Avenue in Kankakee! Join us on Friday, October 4, for our first ever family-friendly Hocus Pocus themed movie night and vendor fair. Beginning at 4 p.m., visitors can enjoy shopping for all their […]
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Kankakee Public Library Presents Medical Empowerment
Join community members at the library on Tuesday, October 1, at 10 a.m. for a conversation with Dr. Marquita Lewis-Thames to learn more about being the CEO of your own health. Participants will get tips and tools to feel empowered to advocate for themselves or loved ones in medical settings. Dr. Lewis-Thames is a health […]
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Rep. Haas Hosts Blood Drive October 2
State Rep. Jackie Haas is hosting a blood drive on Wednesday, October 2, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the Village of Monee Parks and Recreation Community Room, 5218 W. Court Street in Monee. “Donating blood is an excellent way to help out our local community,” said Rep. Haas. “That is why I am […]
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A First For Bourbonnais Police
By Stephen Nelson With the swearing in of 23-year-old Priscilla Contreras at the Monday, September 16, village board meeting, Bourbonnais Police have two female officers on the force for the first time in history. The first female hire in two decades for the department happened on May 6 this year, when Bourbonnais native Erin Curran, […]
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Manteno Takes an ‘L’ Vs. BBCHS
By Jim Piacentini On Monday, September 16, the Panthers varsity volleyball team had tough going from the get go, as they faced the Bradley-Bourbonnais Community High School Boilermakers, but they would not give up. Manteno was led by senior Brynn Nikonchuk, with 7 kills, 3 aces, and 7 digs, but the Panthers lost the first […]
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Joyce Applauds Educational Career Grants Funding
In an effort to address the ongoing teacher shortage, State Sen. Patrick Joyce joined the Illinois State Board of Education in announcing $7.4 million in funding for grants to help prepare high school students for careers in education. “Teachers are assets to our children and schools,” said Joyce. “We need career and technical education programs […]