By Stephanie Irvine The May meeting of the Manhattan Fire Protection District’s Board of Trustees brought forth the official swearing in of Claude Werner to the Fire Commission. Werner served on the Peotone Fire Department’s Board of Trustees prior to the consolidation of the two departments and filled the vacancy left by the late Commissioner […]
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Golf Cart Ordinance Gets Updated in Peotone
By Andrea Arens The non-highway vehicle, aka golf cart, ordinance was updated at the May 13 board meeting. Changes to the ordinance clarify that 4 wheelers and dirt bikes will not be allowed in town, that all non-highway vehicles will be required to have seat belts, head lights, tail lights, turn signals, a slow moving […]
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Nine Veterans Honored for 50 Years of Service at Post 392
By Karen Haave Nine “great veterans were honored by their colleagues recently for 50 years of service to Peotone American Legion Post 392. Past Post Commander David Dralle conducted the ceremony recognizing Allen Blogg, Tom Blogg, Monte Cann, Charles Cline, Michael Jacobson, Roy Flint, Roger Nagel, Randy Swartz, and James Toepper. “We are here to […]
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Franciscan Health Crown Point Hosting Doula Workshop
Needs-based scholarship applications being accepted to cover registration fees. Franciscan Health Crown Point is hosting a doula certification workshop during two weekends in June, with needs-based scholarship applications being accepted to cover the registration fees. Doulas are trained professionals, who provide continuous physical, emotional, and informational support to their clients before, during, and shortly after […]
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Visit Chicago Southland President/CEO Jim Garrett Retiring
Jim Garrett, president/CEO for Visit Chicago Southland since 1996 is retiring on June 30. As president/CEO, Garrett has overseen the administrative, marketing and sales operation for Visit Chicago Southland (formerly Chicago Southland Convention and Visitors Bureau), with the objective to generate overnight hotel stays by promoting the Chicago Southland region as a viable location for […]
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Ashley Toepper Named in ‘2024 Class of 20 Under 40’ for Mainstreet Organization of REALTORS
The Mainstreet Organization of REALTORS recognized Ashley Toepper, with Exclusive Realtors at 207 N. Second Street in Peotone, as part of the organization’s “20 Under 40 Class of 2024.” Ashley was acknowledged as a REALTOR in the Chicagoland area for her outstanding commitment to her colleagues, clients, and communities. Ashley grew up in Kankakee but […]
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Dollars for Scholars Scholarships Announced
In addition to all the anticipation and excitement graduation ceremonies bring, during Peotone High School’s graduation exercises on Friday, May 24, there was some added anticipation, with the announcement of students awarded the Dollars for Scholars Scholarships. Congratulations to the following students on a job well done!
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Peotone Library News
Summer Reading Program registration began Monday, June 3, for all ages. Interested in being a sponsor – stop by or give the library a call. Interested in the Homebound Delivery Program? Contact the Adult Services Department for more information and guidelines. Register for events on the website calendar or call the library at 708-258-3436. Youth […]
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Rep. Haas Hosts Blood Drive June 7
State Rep. Jackie Haas is hosting a blood drive on Friday, June 7, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Bourbonnais Municipal Center, 700 Main Street NW, Bourbonnais. “I invite all local residents to come out and help save lives by donating blood,” said Rep. Haas. “Blood banks across Illinois are in desperate need […]
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Summer Solstice Sip, Shop, Stroll
Wright in Kankakee is hosting its third annual Summer Solstice Sip, Shop, and Stroll on Tuesday, June 18, from 5-8 p.m., on the beautiful grounds of the B. Harley Bradley House, at 701 S. Harrison Avenue, Kankakee. Guests will receive a free beverage and be able to stroll the beautiful gardens and visit the gift […]