Lauren Devore attended Crete Elementary and Balmoral Elementary in Crete-Monee School District 201-U until she moved away in the fourth grade. She graduated from Ball State University in 2020 and earned her Master’s in 2024. Currently in her fifth year of teaching, Ms. Devore is thrilled to return to the community that shaped her upbringing, […]
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County Hosting Long-Term Transportation PlanningWorkshops
Workshops focused on long-term transportation planning, with family-friendly events in Beecher, Manhattan, and Wilmington focused on future projects. WILL COUNTY –Will County Executive Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant and the Will County Division of Transportation will host three community workshops as part of the county’s “Our Way Forward” Long-Range Transportation Plan. The workshops will be hosted in Beecher, […]
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Helping Make More of Illinois, One Job at a Time
October is when we celebrate key job creators and our ongoing partnership to keep Illinois on the Move with economic growth and development. I was proud to join with the Illinois Manufacturers’ Association for its celebration of Manufacturing Month by honoring dozens of employers, their skilled employees, and their significant contributions to our state’s economy […]
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Crete Library News
Thursday, November 7 AARP Smart Driver, from noon – 4 p.m., adults: An AARP Instructor will lead this two-day class, specifically designed for drivers ages 50 and older. The cost is $20 for AARP members and $25 for nonmembers. The fee is due on the first day of class. The class continues on Friday, November […]
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Joyce Successfully Pushes for Voortman Steel Machinery in Illinois
State Sen. Patrick Joyce joined Voortman Steel Machinery leadership and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity to announce the expansion of the Voortman Steel Company in Monee. “Bringing Voortman Steel to the district is proof Illinois has the tools and leadership available to attract new business to the state,” said Joyce. “This expansion […]
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State Rep. Haas Announces More Local Endorsements
State Rep. Jackie Haas is adding to her list of endorsements with more local elected officials supporting her campaign. These bi-partisan endorsements highlight Rep. Haas’ dedication to her local communities and collaborative approach. “As a legislator, I work to get results for my communities and prioritize our people over any political agenda. I work to […]
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Illinois First Responders Endorse Haas for State Rep
Jackie Haas, State Representative for the 79th District is proud to announce the endorsement of several groups who represent first responders. These organizations have come together to enthusiastically support Haas, and include the Illinois Sheriffs Association, Illinois Fraternal Order of Police, Associated Firefighters Association, and the Chicago Firefighters Union Local 2. These groups represent thousands […]
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Time for Halloween Fun; Be Safe!
By Karen Haave Area villages have set the hours for the traditional Halloween trick-or-treating, and at least one requires adult supervision for minors. In the Village of Crete, kids can gather candy on Thursday, October 31, from 3 to 7 p.m., with the 6 – 7 p.m. hour requiring adult supervision. The Village of Monee […]
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Crete to Support Hurricane Victims
By Karen Haave The Village of Crete is showing support for Florida residents, whose homes and lives were devastated by Hurricanes Helene and Milton earlier this month. Village Trustee Holly Milburn reported during the October 14 board meeting that Crete has sent a firefighter to help in the hurricane relief effort. She noted that the help […]
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Illinois Chamber, Additional Business – Labor, Endorse Haas for State Rep
Jackie Haas, State Representative for the 79th District is proud to announce the endorsement of the Illinois Chamber of Commerce in her upcoming re-election. “One of my top priorities in the General Assembly is to support our job creators and create more economic opportunity in our state. I am proud to be endorsed by the […]