The Will County Division of Transportation (WCDOT) launched a new interactive online map to help residents stay up-to-date on county-wide construction projects. The map includes the 2023 Will County Road Construction Schedule, with multiple reconstruction, repaving, and improvement projects scheduled. “While traffic cones and delays are not always a welcome sight, our 2023 construction schedule […]
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IPPA Offers New Resource Guide for Producers Hiring International Workers
Labor continues to be a challenge, even as hog farm wages increased more than 21 percent from 2021 to 2022, farmers still cannot find domestic labor. “Pork producers currently are facing a shortage of on-farm labor,” explained Chad Leman, IPPA President. “One option many producers, including myself, are starting to explore to combat this problem […]
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Crete Library News
Thursday, April 20 Primetime for Preschool, from 1 – 2 p.m., ages four/five: During this independent storytime experience, children spend time with other preschoolers, while enjoying stories, songs, finger plays, games, and exploring learning stations. Register. Knot Just for Knitters, from 6 – 7:30 p.m., ages 11/adult: Socialize while working on knitting, crocheting, or any […]
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WCHD Offers Free Pace Vouchers for Well-Woman Visits
The Will County Health Department (WCHD) is offering free Pace Suburban Bus vouchers for women seeking preventative medical care. The vouchers are available to any woman of child-bearing age (18-44), who is impacted by a transportation barrier and may be used for a preventative care visit and/or follow up visits. Bus vouchers include full day […]
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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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Say No; Stop Bullying Event!
Join others on Sunday, April 16, from noon to 2 p.m. at Cornerstone Coffee Shop in Peotone, for a “Say No; Stop Bullying” event, which features special guests and free resources to support and strengthen young people dealing with bullying. The program is presented in conjunction with School District 207-U, Peotone Park District, Friends of […]
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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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Crete Library News
Thursday, April 13 I-Cash, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., adults: Visit the I-Cash table in the library’s lobby to check for any unclaimed assets you may have with the Illinois State Treasurer’s office. Primetime for Preschool, from 1 – 2 p.m., ages four/five: During this independent storytime experience, children will spend time with other […]
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Leader Haas Recognizes Child Abuse Prevention Month
With the beginning of April, House Assistant Minority Leader Jackie Haas is recognizing Child Abuse Prevention Month. National Child Abuse Prevention Month recognizes the significance of communities and families working together to prevent child abuse and neglect. This is recognized by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the Illinois Department of Children […]