State Senator Mike Porfirio welcomed members of the Edgar County Farm Bureau to Illinois’ 11th Legislative District this week, part of a statewide effort to build understanding between urban lawmakers and rural farmers—and to show how deeply agriculture shapes the Chicago economy. The visit included stops at Porfirio’s district office in Burbank, the Frito Lay […]
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Round Barn interior construction starting soon
With the Round Barn being an iconic historical structure in Manhattan, everyone is anxious to hear when it will be ready to host events. While the exterior renovations have largely been completed, the Manhattan Park District has been working to finalize the architectural plans for its interior.
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Manhattan fire trustee retires after 40 years of service
The Manhattan Fire Protection District’s Board of Trustees Secretary Bill Weber officially retires after more than 40 years of service to the district, 20 of those years as trustee, calling it one of “the greatest honors of his life.”
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Manhattan honors Lincoln-Way West girls’ softball team’s historic win
The Village of Manhattan took time during its June 16 board meeting to honor the Lincoln-Way West High School girls’ softball team, which achieved a historic first-time win at the state conference.
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Drive-by shooting in Manhattan ends in arrest
Manhattan residents who heard a string of pops on the evening of June 9 weren’t hearing early Fourth of July fireworks — they were gunshots.
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Manhattan Fire implements strategic plan, 20-Year trustee retires
Longtime Manhattan Fire Board Trustee Larry Goodwin has retired after 20 years of service to the Manhattan Fire Protection District’s board. Goodwin’s retirement comes after last month’s departure of Bill Weber, who served the district for 40 years.
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Beecher, Manhattan, Monee Police
BEECHER On May 11, Jessie J. Clary, 34, of Highland, Indiana, was stopped for a moving violation. Further investigation determined Clary was operating a motor vehicle while under the influence, as well as having caused damage to a squad car. Clary was charged accordingly for the noted violations. A notice-to-appear was provided. On May 13, […]
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Manhattan prepares for Round Barn Farm weddings, events
With exterior round barn renovations complete and an interior construction timeline nearly solidified, the Manhattan Park District is readying itself for a busy future of weddings and events.
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Manhattan formally opposes BUILD Act
The Village of Manhattan approved a resolution supporting the Illinois Municipal League and the preservation of a Municipal Housing Authority, in effect opposing the BUILD Act.
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Manhattan Fire District encouraged by new legislation
Fire Chief Steve Malone reported he spent some time in Springfield with legislators regarding fire service-related legislation and indicated he anticipates changes to problematic intersections within the district.