Riverside ranked 20th in healthiest 100 workplaces in America. Health and wellness are vital to fostering a productive and resilient workforce, something Riverside Healthcare takes seriously. For its dedication to promoting employee health, Riverside was named one of the Healthiest 100 Workplaces in America, ranking 20th in the nation. Additionally, Riverside earned first place in […]
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Illinois Office of Tourism Names Cranky Mike’s Popcorn to Illinois Made Program4
Governor J.B. Pritzker, alongside the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO), elected officials, and industry leaders, proudly unveiled the latest inductees into the Illinois Made program, including Cranky Mike’s Popcorn in Momence. This year marks a significant milestone, as 48 exceptional small businesses, often referred to as ‘Makers,’ have been welcomed into the […]
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Kankakee County Museum Presents Gallery of Trees and More
The Kankakee County Museum, 801 S. Eighth Avenue, Kankakee, invites area residents to the annual Gallery of Trees. Celebrating 45 years of this beloved local tradition, this year the Museum is filled with more than 35 trees decorated by area non-profit organizations, based on favorite themes from the past 45 years. Traditionally, more than 3,000 […]
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Child Network Offering CASA Training
Every year, more than three million children nationally are reported abused or neglected. Despite the states’ attempts to help, many of these kids become trapped in the court and child welfare maze and can spend their childhood moving from one temporary shelter to another. This is where you can step in by becoming a Court […]
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Board Bootcamp Launches, Empowering Young, Emerging Local Leaders
A new program called Board Bootcamp is set to launch this January. The four-session training is designed to equip professionals in Kankakee and Iroquois Counties with the skills and knowledge to serve effectively on nonprofit boards. Board Bootcamp will cover diverse aspects of board service, which is broken down, simple, and easy to understand. Attendees […]
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Kankakee Library’s December News
Kankakee Public Library, 201 E. Merchant Street, announced its programs for December. For more information on upcoming events, check out the library’s Facebook page, or call the library at 815-939-4564. Local Author Aaron Robinson at Library: Local author and entrepreneur Aaron Robinson will be at the library on Tuesday, December 5, from 4 to 6 […]
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‘Step Back into a 1950s Christmas and Hanukkah’
Plus 75th Anniversary of Park Forest exhibits at the 1950s Park Forest House Museum. The 1950s Park Forest House Museum, 227 Monee Road, Park Forest, in St. Mary’s Catholic Church, invites you to “Step Back into a 1950s Christmas and Hanukkah,” which will be open from November 29, through January 3. Also available to view […]
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Becker’s Names Riverside Cancer Institute Great Oncology Program
For its dedication to providing outstanding oncology care to the community, the Riverside Cancer Institute has been recognized as a “Great Oncology Program” by Becker’s Hospital Review, a leading source of healthcare news and information. Becker’s releases its list of hospitals and health systems with leading oncology programs annually. “It is an honor to be […]
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38 KCC Students Inducted into Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
Thirty-eight Kankakee Community College students were inducted into Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society in October. Phi Theta Kappa is an international academic honor society for community college students. Local KCC students who recently joined are: Bourbonnais – Rocio Aquillon Navarete, Hailey Keast, Joseph Lamb, Gabriella Longtin, Emma Miller, Sydney O’Dell, Mya Ramdoo, and Daniel Sorich; […]
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‘Miracle on 8th – a Kris Kringle Market’ December 9
The Community Arts Council of Kankakee County and the Kankakee County Historical Society are excited to bring the community a magical experience this holiday season! Mark your calendars for “Miracle on 8th: A Kris Kringle Market” being held on Saturday, December 9, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., on the museum grounds, 801 S. Eighth […]