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Spread the loveCall the library at 708-946-9090 to register for programs that require it. Youth Services March: Spring tulip take-and-make craft available for kids of all ages. Pick up any time the library is open. Thursdays and Fridays: Beecher Bookworm Buddies with Miss Karen, at 10 a.m., for young children; Call to register. March 30:…
ILS to Host Open House
Spread the loveIllinois Lutheran Schools (ILS) invite families to its spring open house on Sunday, April 3, from 1-3 p.m., at the elementary school, 448 Cass Street in Crete (grades preschool-sixth). Parents, caregivers, relatives, and friends are welcome to attend and meet administration and teachers, in addition to taking a tour of the campus. New…
Beecher Police Blotter: March 6 – 11
Spread the loveDisclaimer: Charges against each defendant are merely accusations, with all defendants presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law. March 6, Miguel Aguilera-Villafuerte, 40, of the 2200 block of Yates Avenue, Sauk Village, was stopped for a traffic offense at Route 1 and County Line Road. He was found to have…
AAS Ruck Walk May 29; Register Now!
Spread the loveAdopt-a-Soldier is offering an alternative to its 22k this year. Bring family and friends, young and old, strollers and wheelchairs and join the battle to eliminate veteran suicide. Organizers encourage participants to gather pledges or donations to support their walk, with proceeds benefitting Adopt-a-Soldier. Stroll one lap or 10 around the Will County…
After Hours Networking Event
Spread the loveAttention Crete, Monee, and Beecher area businesses: Village Woods is hosting an After Hours Networking Event on Thursday, March 24, from 4:30 – 6:30 p.m., at Village Woods Retirement and Assisted Living, 2681 Rt. 394 in Crete. Give back to your community at the event. Simply donate $1, in lieu of canned goods,…
Joyce Measure Supports Police, First Responders
Spread the loveState Senator Patrick Joyce’s measure to support first responders via a tax check-off passed the Illinois Senate recently. “First responders put their lives on the line for our community, and we should have an easier option to give back,” Joyce said. House Bill 4161 aims to increase donations to the 100 Club of…
Local UIS Student Earns Leadership Role at Government Simulation
Spread the loveUniversity of Illinois-Springfield students earned awards and were elected to leadership roles during the Model Illinois Government (MIG) simulation held March 3-6, at the Wyndham Springfield City Centre. Participating this year was Cedric Birgans of Beecher, who was elected minority whip in the House and one-of-five students to hold a legislative position. The…
‘Laugh for a Cause’ to Benefit Harbor House
Spread the loveHarbor House presents the comedy legends of The Second City, Chicago’s renowned sketch and improv comedy theater, in Laugh for a Cause on Saturday, April 2, at 7 p.m., at the Knights of Columbus, 187 S. Indiana Avenue, Kankakee. The program is appropriate for ages 17 and older. Tickets for Laugh for a…
Beecher Police Blotter: February 28
Spread the loveDisclaimer: Charges against defendants are merely accusations, with all defendants presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law. February 28, an off-duty Beecher officer called in a reckless driver. An on-duty officer located the vehicle, observed several violations while following behind it, and stopped the vehicle in the 500 block of…
At a Glance: Illinois Storm Chasers
Spread the loveIllinois Storm Chasers: Take a ride with the Illinois Storm Chasers and learn about storm chasing, local climatology, and the why behind severe weather. The program will be held on Sunday, March 20, at 2 p.m., at Beecher Community Hall, 673 Penfield Street, and is sponsored by the Beecher Community Library. Spread the…
Beecher Community Library News
Spread the loveCall the library at 708-946-9090 to register for programs, if required. Youth Services Spring Tulip take-and-make craft, available for kids of all ages during March. Pick up any time the library is open. Beecher Bookworm Buddies with Miss Karen, Thursday and Friday, at 10 a.m., for young children; Call to register. March 23:…
Beecher Community Library News
Spread the loveCall the library at 708-946-9090 to register for programs that require it. Youth Services All month: Spring tulip take-and-make craft, available for kids of all ages. Pick up any time the library is open. Bookworm Buddies, at 10 a.m., with Miss Karen, for young children; Call to register for the Thursday or Friday…
Rep. Haas Statement on Madigan Indictment
Spread the loveState Representative Jackie Haas issued the following statement after the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Illinois announced an indictment of former House Speaker Michael J. Madigan on federal racketeering charges: “The indictment of Speaker Madigan reminds us how deep the roots of corruption run in our state government and how…
