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 […]
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Kankakee Metro Centre Opening
The new Kankakee Metro Centre transfer station will be open for use beginning Sunday, February 12! Located on Chestnut, between Schuyler and Dearborn, this beautiful new facility incorporates design elements from Downtown Kankakee’s Streetscape Plan. Built with the comfort and safety of riders as a priority, the Kankakee Metro Centre will serve the citizens of […]
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Harbor House Opens Second Domestic Violence Emergency Shelter
Harbor House is excited to announce the opening of a second Domestic Violence Emergency Shelter, which is in Iroquois County. In addition to the Emergency Shelter in Kankakee County, this facility will serve as a resource in Harbor House’s mission to empower individuals, families, and communities through domestic violence programs, advocacy, and prevention. “There is […]
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Illinois Army National Guard Soldiers Mobilize for Overseas Mission
Approximately 190 soldiers from the Illinois Army National Guard’s 1st Assault Helicopter Battalion, 106th Aviation Regiment, based in Peoria, and Company B, 935th Aviation Support Battalion, based in Kankakee, mobilized for an overseas mission to the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility in a ceremony February 7, at the 182nd Airlift Wing, in Peoria. During […]
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Wilderness Wednesdays Coming in March; Register Now!
U of I Extension, Kankakee River Valley Forest Preserve District Announce Wilderness Wednesdays! Join others for Wilderness Wednesdays evening zoom meetings, which are all about the wilderness! The University of Illinois and Kankakee River Valley Forest Preserve District are partnering with experts from across the state to bring residents information about nature. Attend all sessions […]
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Register for Sexual Harassment Prevention Training
Every 73 seconds, an American is sexually assaulted. Whether we are aware of it or not, we are all working with survivors of sexual assault. Clove Alliance hopes to continue to spread awareness in hopes of creating a safer and more victim-centered community. All employers in the State of Illinois are required to provide one […]
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Dueling Pianos FUNdraiser March 11; Get Tickets Now
Gather friends and join in a high energy, all request, sing-along, clap-along, Rock-‘n-Roll, comedy piano show, where the audience is just as much a part of the show as the entertainers! Child Network and Ascension Saint Mary are bringing The FUN Pianos! Show back to Kankakee County on Saturday, March 11, at the Quality Inn […]