Flight Club Survivor Basket Bingo will be held on Saturday, November 9, from 6 to 10 p.m., at 209 W. Dixie Highway in Grant Park. (Doors open at 5 p.m.) The event, honoring Breast Cancer Warriors, Camo Warriors, and Veterans, is a family-friendly event, with tickets only $20 per person. There will be many bingo […]
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Panthers Finish Season in Tight Match
By Jim Piacentini In Beecher Regional play on Tuesday, October 29, the Manteno Panthers volleyball team fell to Bishop McNamara in two identical sets, 25-20, despite well-played defensive games by the Panthers. They were led by Maddie Gesky with 8 kills, 3 blocks, and 1 dig. Also, seniors Ava Peterson had 12 digs, while Brynn […]
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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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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 […]
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Riverside Healthcare Named Illinois’ Healthiest Employer
Ranks 36th in Healthiest 100 Workplaces in America In its 60th year, Riverside Healthcare continues its decades-long commitment to the health and well-being of its employees. For its dedication to promoting employee health, Riverside was named one of the Healthiest 100 Workplaces in America, ranking 36th in the nation. Additionally, Riverside earned first place for […]
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Free Film Screening: ‘Killers of the Flower Moon’ Observes Native American Heritage Month
November is Native American Heritage Month, honoring the history, culture, and contributions of Native Americans, while educating the public about the challenges American Indians face today. We begin by honoring the land ancestry of Kankakee County, the occupied lands of the Potawatomi and Kickapoo Tribes, as a result of settler colonialism. In observance of Native […]
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Elizabeth Stanton Program November 3
Iroquois County Historical Society, a non-profit organization, will sponsor a program on Elizabeth Cady Stanton at 1:30 p.m. on Sunday, November 3, in the courtroom of the Old Courthouse Museum, 103 W. Cherry, Watseka. Laura Keyes will portray Stanton and is well-known for portraying historic women and lecturing on historic topics since 2008. Keyes, a […]
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Get Tickets for ‘Holidays in Historic Christmas House Walk’
Kankakee’s Riverview Historic District once again will feature five homes, including Frank Lloyd Wright’s first Prairie-Style house during its annual Holidays in Historic Riverview Christmas House Walk, on Sunday, December 8, from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. Funds raised will continue to support neighborhood events, promotion, and improvements. Tickets are $20 in advance or $25 […]