Volunteers needed for food giveaway event focused on post-storm relief Will County Executive Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant and City of Joliet Mayor Terry D’Arcy are partnering with ShareFest Will County to host a Free Food Giveaway event from 9 a.m. until noon, on Saturday, July 27, to support residents impacted by last week’s storms. The drive-up event […]
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Joyce Urges Local Agencies to Apply for Park Development Grants
State Sen. Patrick Joyce encourages local governmental agencies to apply for funding through the Open Space Land Acquisition and Development program following the Illinois Department of Natural Resources’ announcement of $54 million in available funds. “Parks and other recreational spaces play a vital role in our community and promote both physical and mental well-being,” said […]
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Will County Launches Self-Reporting Storm Damage Survey
The Will County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) has launched a damage assessment survey for residents and businesses who were impacted by the severe weather on July 15. The survey will support the ongoing efforts of damage assessment teams, who are visually inspecting damage to personal property, businesses, and public infrastructure throughout the county. “This has […]
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Get Tickets Now for ‘Taliesin Tragedy’
Wright in Kankakee is hosting “Taliesin Tragedy” on Monday, August 5, at 5 p.m. Katelyn Walker will give a 1920s-themed lecture covering the history of Frank Lloyd Wright, his Taliesin scandal, and his career directly after the murders at the Taliesin. Come in 1920-era dress and take advantage of the photo booth! The lecture will […]
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Joyce-backed Healthcare Protection Act Signed into Law
With the strong support of State Sen. Patrick Joyce, the Healthcare Protection Act was signed into law recently. The act is a comprehensive plan tackling major issues in the health insurance industry and received bipartisan support in both chambers. “There are some much-needed improvements in the health insurance industry, and this new law will make […]
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FHCP Expands Lurie Children’s Hospital Partnership
Lurie Children’s pediatric hospitalists now serving inpatients in Crown Point. Franciscan Health Crown Point (FHCP) and Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago are expanding their partnership with the addition of a Lurie Children’s pediatric hospitalist to serve young patients admitted to the Crown Point hospital. The collaboration, effective July 1, helps to […]
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Joyce Supports Business Development, Job Creation in New Law
With strong support from State Sen. Patrick Joyce, a new law signed recently aims to spur job and economic growth by creating new business incentives, and strengthening and expanding existing programs. “A new Clean Jobs Workforce Hub in Kankakee will allow us to continue our work in clean energy, while ensuring we have a workforce […]