By Stephen Nelson The Kankakee City Council at its Monday, August 5, meeting, created yet another executive position within city government. The position carries with it the title of Director of Planning and Zoning. Melissa King will oversee the building and zoning department at an annual salary of $105,000. King previously was employed in the […]
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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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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 […]
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Amirreza ‘Alex’ Fallahi, DO, Joins Riverside’s Psychiatric Specialists Team
Dr. Fallahi will be seeing patients in Bradley. Riverside Healthcare is pleased to welcome psychiatrist Amirreza “Alex” Fallahi, DO, to its team of mental health providers. Dr. Fallahi completed his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree at the University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine in Biddeford, Maine, and then went on to complete his […]
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‘Beyond Every Employer Illinois Campaign’ Provides Discounted Non-credit Workforce Training
The Office of Continuing Education and Business Partnerships at Kankakee Community College is offering discounted rates for non-credit workforce training as part of Illinois Community College’s Behind Every Employer Illinois Campaign. “The Behind Every Employer Illinois Campaign is a proactive effort to reach businesses that need customized training to teach their workers technical or soft […]