In a Capitol press conference recently with House Republican Leader Tony McCombie (R-Savanna), House Assistant Republican Leader Jackie Haas (R-Kankakee) spoke on behalf of the Supporting Women and Families working group. Rep. Haas was chosen to chair this working group and spoke about the need to make Illinois a place where families can move and […]
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Marian Catholic Announces Second Quarter Honor Roll
Marian Catholic High School is proud to announce 74 percent of its student body, or 599 students, have been named to the second quarter Honor Roll of the 2022-2023 school year for earning a GPA of 3.2 or higher. Congratulations to the following local students. Beecher: Jordan Bailey, Gabrielle Feeler, Jack Flora, Daniel Road, and […]
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Upcoming Events: Donation Drive at KPL
The Kankakee Public Library is seeking donations of feminine hygiene products, such as sanitary napkins and tampons. Please drop off items in the blue bin located inside the entrance of the library, 201 E. Merchant Street in Downtown Kankakee. Join us in providing these necessities for those in need in our community!
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Upcoming Events: ‘Laugh for a Cause’
Get tickets now for “Laugh for a Cause,” an Adopt-a-Soldier fundraiser on February 25, beginning with a cocktail hour at 6 p.m., and the show at 7:30 p.m., at Bradley American Legion Post 766, 835 W. Broadway, in Bradley. Tickets are $30 and available at Bradley American Legion or online at adoptasoldier.org.
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Women United Annual Breakfast March 8
The seventh annual Women United Breakfast will be in-person at Gathering Point Church in Bourbonnais, on International Women’s Day, March 8. The breakfast features an exciting lineup of local female speakers, who will share insights on using their skills and strengths to empower and uplift women in the community, overcoming obstacles, the power of perseverance, […]
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Harbor House Love Is…?
A youth spoken word showcase February 18. Harbor House, in partnership with the Illinois Coalition for Community Services, Kankakee Public Library, the Kankakee County State’s Attorney’s Office, and the City Life Streets to Work Program are happy to announce “Love Is…?” – a youth spoken word showcase, on Saturday, February 18, from 4-6 p.m., at […]
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Haas Adds JCAR Appointment to Impressive Committee List
Last week, House Assistant Minority Leader Jackie Haas was appointed by House Republican Leader Tony McCombie (R-Savanna) to five House committees, and in two of which she will hold the role of Republican Spokesperson. Leader Haas will be the spokesperson for the House Health Care Availability and Access and Mental Health and Addiction Committees. She […]
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Haas Honors Local Business for Monthly Spotlight: The Swanky Home
State Rep. Jackie Haas continues to recognize small businesses in and around her district, each month visiting a local business and highlighting their achievements. This month, Rep. Haas recognized The Swanky Home, a home décor and gift shop in Bourbonnais. Rep. Haas presented the owner, Anna Kolokythas, with an official certificate of recognition from the […]
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Kankakee Grappling With Skyrocketing Fireworks Costs
By Stephen Nelson The Kankakee City Council at their Monday, February 6, meeting approved contracts with Mad Bomber Fireworks Productions to put on two displays this summer – one for the Juneteenth holiday and the other for the July 4 holiday. Mayor Chris Curtis expressed concern about continued rising costs for the events. He said […]
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ECDA to Host Individual Tax Workshops
The Economic and Community Development Agency is hosting individual tax workshops to help community members prepare themselves for the 2023 tax season. There will be three opportunities to attend: Thursday, February 16, at 5 p.m., Saturday, March 11, from 1-2 p.m., and Tuesday, March 21, at 5 p.m. The workshops will be held in the […]