Join movement against sexual violence. Clove Alliance invites community members to volunteer and make a difference. The upcoming volunteer training session will run from September 30 to October 23, on Monday and Wednesday evenings, from 6-8:30 p.m., and on two Saturdays, October 12 and 19, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., with 12 hours of […]
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Riverside Expands Women’s Health Specialists Team
Clementina Asamoah, MD, is accepting new patients in Bourbonnais and Kankakee. Riverside Healthcare is pleased to welcome women’s health specialist Clementina Asamoah, MD. Dr. Asamoah completed her Doctor of Medicine Degree at Michigan State University in East Lansing, Michigan, and her obstetrics and gynecology residency at Detroit Medical Center/Wayne State University in Detroit. In addition […]
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United Way Annual Celebration Returns September 12!
United Way invites residents to attend their upcoming annual celebration on Thursday, September 12, from 5-7:30 p.m., at Deer Ridge Barn in Kankakee. Attendees will enjoy a relaxed evening at the beautiful event venue, with a buffet style dinner catered by The Country Table, cash bar, live music by Matt Shipley, and a brief presentation […]
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Visit Kankakee County Tourism Contributes to Record Tourism Growth in Illinois
County generated $6.7million in direct local tax revenue, $167.7 million in visitor spending. Visit Kankakee County announced the area generated a local economic impact of $167.7 million and contributed to an increase in visitor spending across Illinois in 2023. In addition, tourism contributed $6.7 million in local tax revenue, while directly supporting 1,239 jobs in […]
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Kankakee Library News
Kankakee Public Library, 201 E. Merchant Street in Kankakee, recently announced its upcoming programs for September. The library will be closed on Monday, September 2, in observance of Labor Day and will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, September 3, at 9 a.m. For ways to access library resources, such as e-books and Kanopy streaming […]
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KCC to Host Fall Job Fair
On Thursday, September 19, Kankakee Community College will host a free Fall Job Fair, from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., in the KCC College Center. The event is open to the public, and veterans are encouraged to attend, as well. Employers will conduct on site, pre-screening interviews for full and part-time positions. “The job fair […]
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Kevin Varghese, DO, Joins Riverside Psychiatric Specialists Team
Dr. Varghese specializes in inpatient psychiatry. Riverside Healthcare is pleased to welcome Kevin Varghese, DO, to its team of psychiatric specialists. Dr. Varghese completed his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine at Midwestern University Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine in Downers Grove, and then completed his Psychiatry Residency at Saint Louis University in Saint Louis, Missouri. Specializing […]
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Get ‘Red Gala’ Tickets Now
We the People of Kankakee County, a group of local businesspeople, is continuing plans for The Red Gala, with ticket sales ending on September 7. Proceeds from this formal “red” event go to local fire departments throughout the county. Held at the Quality Inn on Saturday, September 21, and beginning with cocktails and hors d’oeuvres […]
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Wright at Twilight
Wright at Twilight is BACK! Make plans to join family and friends on Thursday, September 5, from 5-8 p.m. The popular event, sponsored by Wright in Kankakee, takes place at Frank Lloyd Wright’s B. Harley Bradley House, on the bank of the beautiful Kankakee River, 701 S. Harrison Avenue in Kankakee. Local musicians Jerry Downs […]
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Clove Alliance Announces Newest Team Member, ‘Buckeye’
Clove Alliance is excited to announce its certified therapy dog, Buckeye, who will provide comfort and support to survivors seeking help. Buckeye is a friendly, well-trained Goldendoodle, who thrives on offering emotional support. His presence can help create a safe and calming environment, making it easier for survivors to open-up and share their experiences. Buckeye […]