The Economic and Community Development Agency (ECDA) will hold a Small Business Workshop on Tuesday, April 4, from 5 to 6:30 p.m., at the ECDA Office, 200 E. Court Street, Suite 410, Kankakee. This English-language workshop is in partnership with the Kankakee County Health Department (KCHD) to provide an overview of the necessary steps of […]
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Rep. Haas Recognizes World Social Work Day and Fellow Illinois Social Workers
On Tuesday, House Assistant Republican Leader Jackie Haas recognized Illinois social workers on World Social Work Day, which is recognized on the third Tuesday of every March. Leader Haas, also a Social Worker, has served her community in that capacity for more than 30 years. “Illinois Social Workers help individuals through the challenges and difficulties […]
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Monthly Mass/Dinner/Adoration: St. Rose of Lima Chapel
St. Rose of Lima Chapel, 486 W. Merchant Street in Kankakee, will celebrate monthly Mass at 6 p.m., on Friday, March 31. Those attending are asked to enter through the west door under the canopy, which also has an elevator. Stella Bear Foods will be serving a three-course Lenten Dinner downstairs, from 4:40-8:30 p.m., in […]
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Local Students Exhibit at 33rd Annual KCC High School Art Show
Students from 13 local schools have original artwork on display for the 33rd annual Kankakee Community College High School Juried Art Exhibition. The show runs until March 29 in the lower level of the Miner Memorial Library at KCC. Hours are from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., Monday through Thursday, and 8 a.m. – 1 […]
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Answering Frequently Heard Objections/Questions on Mental Health Tax Referendum
Kankakee County residents have an opportunity to vote on a sales tax referendum at the April 4 General Election. Voters will decide if they are willing to adopt a ¼ cent sales tax to create local, long-term solutions to address chronic gaps in the mental health system of care. Several objections and questions have been […]
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March Declared CSL Behring Month In Kankakee County
By Stephen Nelson At its Tuesday, March 14, meeting, the Kankakee County Board approved a proclamation declaring March as CSL Behring Month. The company operates a manufacturing facility at Rt. 50 and Armour Road that began in 1953, with other owners and under the name Armour Laboratories. CSL is a leading global biotechnology company, with […]
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Harbor House Celebrates Women’s History Month
March is Women’s History Month, a nationally recognized time to celebrate women’s stories and highlight their contributions in history. Harbor House is honored to empower women’s voices and celebrate the important role they play in society. “We know domestic violence is an issue that disproportionately affects women, as one-in-three women have been directly impacted,” said […]
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Resolution Honoring Fallen Bradley Sgt. Rittmanic Passes House Transportation Committee
To honor the life of fallen Bradley Police Sergeant Marlene Rittmanic (End of Watch: December 30, 2021), House Assistant Minority Leader Jackie Haas introduced House Joint Resolution 15 to designate the 315 overpass on I-57 as the “Sergeant Marlene R. Rittmanic Memorial Highway.” Sgt. Rittmanic was killed in the line of duty on December 30, […]
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Vaughn’s Kitchen 79th District’s March Local Business Spotlight
For the March Local Business Spotlight, State Rep. Jackie Haas recognized a local Bourbonnais business. She presented a certificate to owners Joshua Vaughn and Catherine Hilgeman to recognize this small business’ importance in the community. “Nothing says home like good food made by our neighbors,” said Rep. Haas. “Vaughn’s Kitchen serves famous Alfredo and Alfredo […]
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Kankakee City Council Delays Action on Homeless Shelter Funding
By Stephen Nelson With Mayor Chris Curtis out of town, the Kankakee City Council at their Monday, March 6, meeting delayed any action on restoring funds given to the city by the federal government to help fund the operation of a homeless shelter by Fortitude Outreach. Four weeks ago, the council voted to remove the […]