Crete-Monee School District 201-U, in collaboration with the Will County Emergency Management Agency and local first responders, conducted emergency response training activities at the Monee Education Center on May 22. The training provided an opportunity for first responders to practice public safety commands and telecommunications with dispatchers, focusing on real-life scenarios, including active shooter situations. […]
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Beecher Lions Present 19th Freedom 5K Run/Walk
The Beecher Lions Club’s 19th annual Freedom 5K Run/Walk will be held on July 4, at 8 a.m., in Beecher. The 3.1-mile race starts and finishes at Fireman’s Park, on Penfield Street, and will wind through the streets of Beecher. Awards are presented to the top three male and female overall finishers and also awarded […]
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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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Rep. Haas Celebrates OSFM Grants in District 79
Following the announcement of the 2024 Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) Small Equipment Grant Program recipients, State Rep. Jackie Haas released the following statement. “I am thrilled to hear about the Small Equipment Grants being awarded to three fire protection districts in District 79,” said Rep. Haas. “Our firefighters work tirelessly to keep […]
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Franciscan Health Crown Point Selects Air Methods’ Ascend EMS Course
Air Methods Ascend program provides state-of-the-art online clinical education. Air Methods, the nation’s leading air medical service provider, announced Franciscan Health Crown Point has selected its Ascend Critical Care Review online program to provide continuing education to first responders. “We strive to provide our clinicians with the best available continuing education in order to provide […]
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FHOF Honors Staff with Annual Awards
Nurses, ancillary employees honored during Nurses Week. Franciscan Health Olympia Fields recognized the contributions of outstanding nurses and ancillary staff members with annual awards during national Nurses Week earlier this month. Cardiovascular Services Registered Nurse Wendy Durham received the Nurse of the Year Award. The Nurse Leader of the Year Award was presented to Emergency […]
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Rep. Haas Hosts Shred Event June 1
State Rep. Jackie Haas is hosting a free shred event this Saturday, June 1, from 9 to 11 a.m., at the Village of Monee, 5130 W. Court Street in Monee. The Village of Monee is also co-hosting this event. “Join my office and the Village of Monee at a free shred event this Saturday!” said […]
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Free Book Reuse and Recycling Event May 31 – June 2
The Will County Resource Recovery and Energy (RRE) Division will host its annual three-day book event from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday, May 31, and Saturday-Sunday, June 1-2, at Joliet Park District’s Pilcher Park Nature Center, 2501 Highland Park Drive. “This popular event helps promote responsible recycling and reuse of books,” said County […]