Get into the holiday spirit with music historian Professor Moptop! Join us on Monday, December 9, at 6 p.m., for a festive presentation exploring not just Christmas music, but a wide variety of songs heard during the holiday season. From classic tunes like “White Christmas” and “I’ve Got My Love to Keep Me Warm,” to […]
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Giving Thanks for Extra Resolve this Holiday Season
I have written in this space in previous years the many ways I am thankful as we come together and celebrate our blessings this holiday season. I want to reflect on being thankful for our people’s resolve this year. We honor the resolve and selfless sacrifice our military veterans make each November on Veterans Day. […]
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Manteno Continues Holiday Plans Despite Gotion
By Jeff Vorva The election is coming in five months, so let the hostility begin. Oh, wait. It began a while ago when the name “Gotion” came into play in Manteno. Gotion is a Chinese-run company that wants to build a battery facility near Manteno, and residents have loudly and angrily protested the Manteno Village […]
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KPL 18th Annual Lion Wreathing; City of Kankakee Tree Lighting Ceremony
The Kankakee Public Library, in collaboration with the City of Kankakee and Downtown Kankakee, is excited to announce the 18th annual Lion Wreathing and Tree Lighting Ceremony, on Thursday, December 5, from 5:30 until 8 p.m. The evening’s festivities will kick off at 5:30 p.m., at the library, 201 E. Merchant, featuring remarks from Mayor […]
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Riverside’s Vilt Named ‘CFO to Know’ by Becker’s Healthcare
Healthcare system’s Senior Vice President, CFO honored for second year. For her excellence in financial operations and for executing key strategic responsibilities with Riverside Healthcare, Patt Vilt has been recognized by Becker’s Healthcare as part of its 2024 “Women hospital and health system CFOs to know” list. Vilt, Riverside’s Senior Vice President and CFO, oversees […]
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PHS Student Council Blood Drive December 2
Just a reminder: PHS Student Council is partnering with the American Red Cross to host a Blood Drive at Peotone High School on Monday, December 2, from 1 – 6 p.m. Participants should park in the staff lot on the west side of the building and enter through door #16. Walk-in appointments are welcome. Participants […]
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Village Tree Lighting; Boy Scout Spaghetti Dinner
Don’t miss Peotone’s annual Holiday TreeLighting on Saturday, November 30, from 4:30 to 6 p.m., with the tree lighting set for 5:30 p.m. Free hot chocolate and s’mores kits will be available, along with coffee from Cornerstone Coffee House, plus additional desserts from Archy’s Sweet Treats. The Peotone High School Choir also will perform. On […]
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Legion Fish Fry December 14
Mark your calendars for the Peotone American Legion Fish Fry on Saturday, December 14, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., or sold out, at the Legion Post – 109 E. North Street. Tickets are $15 for all-you-can perch or catfish (dine-in only), plus French fries, cole slaw, bread, and butter. Make sure to leave room for […]
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Manteno Celebrates Veterans Day in a Big Way!
Manteno American Legions Post 755 and Manteno residents made sure local veterans were aware of how much the community appreciates their service, with two events held on Veterans Day, Monday, November 11. The first event was the Military Warrior run, which began at 8 a.m., and commenced throughout the town, as well as making stops […]