Free breast cancer event features comedy, information, and much more. Franciscan Health Olympia Fields invites women to laugh and learn about breast cancer at the free Tickled Pink event on October 25 in Flossmoor. The event features a panel discussion with physicians and healthcare providers, appetizers, one drink (cash bar thereafter), chair massages, healthcare screenings, […]
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Battery Plant Announcement Brings New Energy to 40th Senate District
There’s an exciting new energy in Kankakee County from our ongoing work to embrace the next generation of technology to power our economy. I was excited to join top leaders in Manteno earlier this month to announce a new, $2 billion electric vehicle battery giga-factory coming to the region. With production beginning next year, Gotion […]
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Park Forest Historical Society Fall News
Annual Meeting, Election,”Revisiting Utopia” Documentary Update, 25th Anniversary of Museum Join the Park Forest Historical Society on Sunday, October 1, at 2:30 p.m. in Ryan Hall, St. Mary’s, 227 Monee Road, for their annual meeting and board member election, along with the program. The program will feature the documentary film “Revisiting Utopia,” race relations growing […]
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St. Paul UCC Hosting Annual Pork Chop Dinner
Mark those calendars and get tickets now for St. Paul United Church of Christ’s annual pork chop dinner on Saturday, October 14. The event will be held from 4-6 p.m. at the church, 5323 W. Margaret Street in Monee, and is carry-out only. The menu consists of two grilled pork chops, two sides, roll, and […]
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Sen. Harris Announces Nearly $7.6 million in Local School Funding
State Sen. Napoleon Harris III is excited to announce $7.6 million in additional funding will be awarded to local schools to help move toward fair and equitable school systems in Illinois. “As a father, I want to ensure all our children have the opportunity to receive an excellent education,” said Harris. “The state’s budget serves […]
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It’s Halloween at the House Museum
From September 16 – November 4, vintage Halloween decorations are on display in the 1950s Park Forest House Museum, located at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 227 Monee Road. The museum is open Wednesday and Saturday, from 1 to 3:30 p.m., or at other times by appointment. Display items include Gurley Halloween candles, die-cut decorations, and […]
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Nicor Gas, Local Fire Departments Promote Natural Gas Safety
Public education program now in its 18th year, coincides with National Fire Prevention Week. Nicor Gas is committed to the safety of every customer and community it serves and is partnering with local fire departments across its Northern Illinois service territory for an annual public education program. This year marks the 18th year of Nicor Gas’ […]
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Rep. Haas Recognizes Reopening of Chippewa Campground
On August 28, State Rep. Jackie Haas recognized the reopening of the Kankakee River State Park Chippewa campground. The park was closed in 2015 after a pump broke in the well serving the campground, and it officially reopened on Monday, August 28th. “Many 79th District constituents were eager to hear when the Chippewa campground would […]
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Rooftop Solar Coming to Marian Catholic High School
DSD Renewables (DSD) has partnered with Mission Energy to develop a 701 kW rooftop solar array for Marian Catholic High School in Chicago Heights. The project is estimated to generate 836,597 kWh each year, avoiding 593 metric tons of carbon dioxide annually, and providing the school with clean, affordable energy to power its operations. The […]
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Franciscan Health hosting Ninth Health/Wellness Fair
Cornerstone Community Development Corporation and Franciscan Health invite the public to a Health and Wellness Fair Saturday, August 26, in Ford Heights. The event features a variety of health and wellness activities, including free health screenings. Information about women and men’s health, domestic violence services, recovery services, senior programs, breast cancer education, and the Cook […]