Kankakee Public Library, 201 E. Merchant Street will be closed in observance of Presidents’ Day on Monday, February 20. Regular business hours resume on Tuesday, February 21, at 9 a.m. Figure Drawing: Practice figure drawing in an encouraging and laid back atmosphere at the library on Wednesday, February 22, from 5:30 to 6:45 p.m. Figure […]
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Clove’s ‘Brave, Bold, and Believed’ Art Show Seeking Entries
Clove Alliance is accepting work for the third annual “Brave, Bold and Believed Art Show” at the Kankakee County Museum. Artists may submit up to two works. In the student divisions, participating artists must be in seventh-12th grade, or 18 years of age or older if entering in the adult division. Artists may enter the […]
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Kankakee County Convention/Visitors Bureau Investing in Tourism-Related Projects; Grants Available
The Kankakee County Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) Board of Directors is proud to continue investing in Kankakee County tourism efforts by expanding on the good work done to drive visitation. Since the Bureau’s inception, Kankakee County and its municipalities have benefited economically from growth in tourism visitation. As the county emerges from the pandemic, […]
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Harbor House Hosting Events for Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month
In recognition of February as Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, Harbor House, in partnership with other organizations, is hosting various events to educate teens, parents, and the community about the dating violence epidemic. “Teen dating violence impacts one-in-three teens and out of those affected, only 33 percent tell anyone,” said Jenny Schoenwetter, executive director and […]
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News from Sen. Joyce
“Out of the mountain of despair, a stone of hope.” These powerful words from Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., which I shared locally a few weeks back to honor Dr. King’s birthday and legacy, are very fitting as we begin 2023. Last month, I told you about the devastating loss of my colleague Sen. Scott […]
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New Items to View at Old Courthouse Museum
The Old Courthouse Museum, 103 W. Cherry in Watseka, has added a few items for the viewing pleasure of its visitors. One of the displays includes items from the Addison Goodell family of Loda, including a Stylograph, used to make copies of correspondence in the late 1800s, an 1871 banking ledger, an 1884 county atlas, […]
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McEastland Accepted in Content for Change Academy
Columbia College Chicago alum and Kankakee County native Giovanni McEastland has been accepted into the Content for Change Academy via Paramount Pictures as a Talent Development and Artist Management Trainee. McEastland was one-of-eight young professionals selected from 5,000-plus applicants. The program serves creative professionals from underrepresented backgrounds. McEastland’s resume credits include experience as a Writer’s […]
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Manteno Legion Hosting Prime Rib/Salmon Valentine’s Day Dinner
Mark your calendars for a special Valentine’s Day treat. On February 14, from 5 – 7 p.m., at Manteno American Legion, 117 N. Walnut, the Legion is hosting your choice of a prime rib or salmon dinner. Tickets are $30 for prime rib or $20 for salmon, with carry-outs available for an additional $2 fee. […]
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Pembroke Township Natural Gas Ribbon Cutting
State Representative Jackie Haas stood alongside local and state elected officials, community advocates, and area residents at a special ceremony recently in Pembroke Township to celebrate the community’s vision for the future and efforts to advance economic opportunity. A key portion of that celebration included a ribbon cutting, to note the progress of natural gas […]
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Priest Sentenced to Prison for Sexual Assault
Recently, a Kankakee County Judge sentenced Richard Jacklin, 70, to 18 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections following his conviction for sexually assaulting a resident of Shapiro Developmental Center (“SDC”) in Kankakee. Under Illinois law, that sentence is to be served at 85 percent. Richard Jacklin was a local priest who was contracted to […]