Looking Back
By Arline Adamsick The Manteno News: December 12, 1974 “Christmas Greetings from the 1910 Era Revive Memories” “Christmas greetings were once sent on postcards and pictured above are three fine examples from the collection of Mr. and Mrs. J.R. Williams. These cards, postmarked 1910 and 1911, are typical of the colorful cards of that era.…
Christmas in Manteno
Manteno certainly was buzzing on Saturday, December 7, as the Village of Manteno, Manteno Chamber of Commerce, and the Community Arts Council of Kankakee County, celebrated the Christmas Season with Christmas in Manteno at the Square on Second. The well attended event had plenty for everyone, including a business walk, food, entertainment, sleigh rides, a…
MHS Selling Last of Tapestry Sofa Throws; On Sale Now!
Christmas Sale! Ten color-woven tapestry sofa throws, a forever heirloom, are available from the Manteno Historical Society. Valued at $75, they normally are $60, but are on sale this Christmas for only $50. Don’t wait, there are only 10 left. They will make great Christmas gifts. Call Jeff Jarvis at 815-933-2055.
Basketball Highlights
Beecher: On Tuesday, December 3, the Beecher Bobcats faced conference foe Gardner-South Wilmington and brought home a victory on the day, winning 60-51. The Bobcats led at the end of each quarter, despite the Panthers outscoring them 18-14 at the end of two, and 16-15 by the end of the third. The Bobcats put the…
Lady Panthers Top Wilmington, 27-17
On Thursday, November 5, in a home conference contest, the Panther girls’ basketball team started off tough against the Wilmington Wildcats and had an 11-point lead, 20-9, at the half. The Wildcats fought back but to no avail, only outscoring the Panthers by one, 8-7, in the second half. The Panthers took the game, 27-17.…
Unions Announce Labor Alliance for Public Transit
Coalition is first of its kind, cross-sector group uniting more than 30 unions. The Illinois AFL-CIO and Chicago Federation of Labor (CFL) have announced the launch of the Labor Alliance for Public Transit, an historic, first of its kind coalition with more than 30 local unions working in tandem to preserve and expand access to…
MFPD Responds to Peotone Barn Fire
On Monday, December 2, at approximately 6:50 p.m., the Manhattan Fire Protection District (MFPD) was dispatched to a reported fully involved barn fire in the 4000 block of Church Road in Peotone. The first units arrived on scene within five minutes of the initial call for service. Fire crews reported heavy smoke and flames showing…
Six Money Moves to Make in December
The Illinois CPA Society offers six year-end money moves to make to create some tax-time savings. Before getting bogged down by the hustle and bustle of the holiday season and the hunt for perfect gifts to give your loved ones, show yourself some love by gifting yourself a tax break. With the end of the…
Lady Panthers Beat Blue Devils, 46-31
Tuesday, December 2, started off rough for the Lady Blue Devils, as they faced the Manteno Panthers in conference competition on the road. It seemed they couldn’t even buy a basket in the first quarter, and the Panthers led 12-0 at the end of the first quarter. In the second quarter, the Lady Blue Devils…
Recycling Wind Turbine Blades: A Farmer’s Ingenuity
By Tod Bowman Wind turbine blades play a crucial part in clean energy generation, but their disposal poses a growing challenge. Luckily, innovative solutions provide new ways to keep them out of landfills. As the wind industry grows, there is an increasing need for replacement of older wind turbine blades with larger, more efficient ones.…
‘Step Back into 1950s’ Holidays at Park Forest House Museum
The 1950s Park Forest House Museum, 227 Monee Road, Park Forest, in St. Mary’s Catholic Church, invites you to “Step Back into a 1950s Christmas,” from December 4 through January 4. A museum visit provides a wonderful inter-generational experience. Bring the kids, grandkids, and grandparents. Operated by the Park Forest Historical Society, the museum is…
Beecher Community Library News
Call the library at 708-946-9090 for programs that require registration. Youth Services A new hot chocolate take-and-make craft is available. Pick-up during library hours. Christmas Card Making: Kids can make a Christmas card at the library and mail it off. Drop in anytime. Elf on a Bookshelf: Children can find Libby the Elf in the…
College News
Carthage College recognized Dane Hagen as a student government leader. Hagen, from New Lenox, is serving as Sophomore Senator for Carthage College’s Student Government during the 2024-’25 academic year. Student Government gives students the responsibility to work with administration and faculty to ensure a high quality of life for all students, academically and socially.
Letter to the Ed.: Rizzo
Dear Editor: I recently attended the Republican Caucus for Green Garden Township. There was a challenge to the incumbents who were seeking the nomination for township offices. The challengers were successful. Congratulations and thank you for offering your time to serve as Green Garden Township officials, if elected this coming spring. The issue that seemed…
Parker Sworn-In as Will County Clerk
Newly-elected Will County Clerk Annette Parker was sworn in and took office earlier this week. County Clerk Parker, a Republican, won the November 5 General Election. She was sworn in by Will County Judge Art Smigielski on Monday, December 2, and immediately assumed the duties of the County Clerk during a lengthy meeting involving the…
IPPA Donates Pork to Fight Hunger
As part of the Pork Power: Partnering to Fight Hunger in Illinois campaign, the Illinois Pork Producers Association (IPPA) has donated more than one million pounds of pork to food banks since 2008. By donating recently to the Midwest Food Bank, the IPPA now is closer to its goal of 100,000 pounds available for families…
