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Golf Cart Ordinance Gets Updated in Peotone
Spread the loveBy Andrea Arens The non-highway vehicle, aka golf cart, ordinance was updated at the May 13 board meeting. Changes to the ordinance clarify that 4 wheelers and dirt bikes will not be allowed in town, that all non-highway vehicles will be required to have seat belts, head lights, tail lights, turn signals, a…
Nine Women Who Shaped History
Spread the loveBy Karen Haave Nine extraordinary women were the focus of a Monee Historical Society program marking the village’s Sesquicentennial this year. Presented by MHS President Christi Holston, the program told of the influence the women, ranging from the village’s very beginning to the modern day, had on its past and future. “As we…
Rep. Haas Reacts to FY25 Budget Passage
Spread the loveFollowing the passage of the FY25 budget, State Rep. Jackie Haas released the following statement. “The FY25 budget is yet another unbalanced, highly partisan budget that does not benefit the people of Illinois,” said Rep. Haas. “At a time when Illinoisans are struggling to buy groceries and gas, we should be lowering taxes…
Monee Police Blotter: May 22 – 26
Spread the loveOn May 22, at approximately 12:56 a.m., a traffic stop resulted in the arrest of Kenita Head, 41, of Chicago. Head was issued citations for improper lighting and operating a vehicle while her driver’s license was suspended or revoked. She was released with a notice to appear via her citations. On May 22,…
Nine Veterans Honored for 50 Years of Service at Post 392
Spread the loveBy Karen Haave Nine “great veterans were honored by their colleagues recently for 50 years of service to Peotone American Legion Post 392. Past Post Commander David Dralle conducted the ceremony recognizing Allen Blogg, Tom Blogg, Monte Cann, Charles Cline, Michael Jacobson, Roy Flint, Roger Nagel, Randy Swartz, and James Toepper. “We are…
Monee Memorial Day Ceremony Honored Community’s Fallen Heroes
Spread the loveBy Karen Haave Monee’s Doss-Malone American Legion Post 1200 marked Memorial Day 2024 with a solemn ceremony to honor the community’s fallen heroes. Post Commander David Batzek noted during the program he and his colleagues walked through Skyline and St. Paul’s Cemeteries the day before to make sure every veteran buried there had…
Manteno Remembers Memorial Day
Spread the loveTraditional Memorial Day Services were held in Manteno on Monday, May 27, as the community remembered their fallen military and deceased. Ceremonies were held at Deselm, Blooms Grove, Veterans, St. Joseph’s, and Elmwood Cemeteries. After those services were completed, parade participants met at the American Legion Post, including the Manteno Color Guard, police,…
Franciscan Health Crown Point Hosting Doula Workshop
Spread the loveNeeds-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…
DeLuca Votes Against Plan to Limit Ballot Choices
Spread the loveWanting voters to have more choices on their November ballot, State Rep. Anthony DeLuca released the following statement after voting no on a plan to remove the ability for political parties to “slate” Illinois General Assembly candidates if no representative candidate ran in the primary election. “It’s fair to debate whether or not…
Visit Chicago Southland President/CEO Jim Garrett Retiring
Spread the loveJim 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…
Ashley Toepper Named in ‘2024 Class of 20 Under 40’ for Mainstreet Organization of REALTORS
Spread the loveThe 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…
Dollars for Scholars Scholarships Announced
Spread the loveIn addition to all the anticipation and excitement graduation ceremonies bring, during Peotone High School’s graduation exercises on Friday, May 24, there was some added anticipation, with the announcement of students awarded the Dollars for Scholars Scholarships. Congratulations to the following students on a job well done! David Dralle Sr. and Irma Dralle…
Rep. Haas Celebrates OSFM Grants in District 79
Spread the loveFollowing 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…
Peotone Library News
Spread the loveSummer Reading Program registration began Monday, June 3, for all ages. Interested in being a sponsor – stop by or give the library a call. Interested in the Homebound Delivery Program? Contact the Adult Services Department for more information and guidelines. Register for events on the website calendar or call the library at…
Rep. Haas Hosts Blood Drive June 7
Spread the loveState Rep. Jackie Haas is hosting a blood drive on Friday, June 7, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Bourbonnais Municipal Center, 700 Main Street NW, Bourbonnais. “I invite all local residents to come out and help save lives by donating blood,” said Rep. Haas. “Blood banks across Illinois are in…
