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Chickens Still a Thing in Crete
By Karen Haave Crete residents, who have strong opinions about backyard chickens in the village, will have a chance to speak their minds during the upcoming Planning and Zoning Board meeting. Although the issue was not on the village board’s agenda for August 28, it did come up in brief comments during the Citizens Speak…
Rep. Haas Recognizes Reopening of Chippewa Campground
On August 28, State Rep. Jackie Haas recognized the reopening of the Kankakee River State Park Chippewa campground. The park was closed in 2015 after a pump broke in the well serving the campground, and it officially reopened on Monday, August 28th. “Many 79th District constituents were eager to hear when the Chippewa campground would…
Updates from Sen. Patrick Joyce
As we finish the summer, I am reminded of the privilege we have here to be surrounded by opportunities to make a living from and enjoy the outdoors. I am proud of a new law I pushed this year in House Bill 3677 that will streamline the process to get hunting, fishing, trapping, and sportsmen…
Crete Library News
Thursday, September 7 Knot Just for Knitters, from 1 – 2 p.m., ages 11/adult: Join the group to socialize, while working on knitting, crocheting, or any other type of needlework project. Drop in. Friday, September 8 Retro Movie Fridays, from 2:30 – 4:45 p.m., all ages: Showing “The NeverEnding Story,” (rated PG). Drop in. Monday,…
Haas Recognizes Golden’s Gymnastics Center as August Local Business Spotlight
For August, State Rep. Jackie Haas recognized Golden’s Gymnastics Center, Inc., as her local business spotlight. Golden Gymnastics has the mission of educating, providing quality gymnastics programs, and developing the highest level of achievement in gymnastics. Rep. Haas presented a certificate from the House of Representatives to owners Donna and Steve Golden. “Keeping children active…
KCC Receives $250,000 Through Efforts of Sen. Joyce
Kankakee Community College has accepted $250,000 obtained through a legislative appropriation supported by the efforts of Illinois Sen. Patrick Joyce. “Right now, we see a misalignment between the skills in our workforce and the opportunities in our local economy,” said Dr. Michael Boyd, KCC’s president. “We are going to use these resources to bridge this…
KCC Receives $250,000 Through Efforts of Sen. Joyce
Kankakee Community College has accepted $250,000 obtained through a legislative appropriation supported by the efforts of Illinois Sen. Patrick Joyce. “Right now, we see a misalignment between the skills in our workforce and the opportunities in our local economy,” said Dr. Michael Boyd, KCC’s president. “We are going to use these resources to bridge this…
R.P. Lumber Receives Retail Beacon Award
Proof positive investing in people and partnerships is key to success. R.P. Lumber Co. was honored as a Beacon Award winner during the Beacon Awards banquet held Friday, August 18. The Beacon Awards are a premier national industry awards program developed by “The Hardware Connection” magazine and The Hardware Conference to recognize the “best of…
Crete Library News
Thursday, August 31 Manga Club for Teens, from 3 – 4 p.m., teens: Join us to discuss “Tokyo Ghoul: Vol. 1.” Register. Film Club, from 5:30 – 8 p.m., adults: Enjoy watching “The Grand Budapest Hotel” on the library’s big screen, with refreshments and a short discussion following the movie. Drop in. Friday, September 1…
Business Owners Invited to Free Illinois Business Enterprise
State program helps businesses connect with procurement opportunities. Will County Executive Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant, the Will County Center for Economic Development (CED), and the State of Illinois Commission on Equity and Inclusion invites business owners to attend a free in-person workshop to learn about the Illinois Business Enterprise Program (BEP) and local resources. The workshop will…
Chickens in Crete? Maybe…
By Karen Haave The debate is on in Crete: Backyard chickens, or no? For those who favor fowl, there is nothing like absolutely fresh eggs. Those opposed, however, cite a variety of reasons why raising chickens should not be allowed where homes are in close proximity. Crete Village Trustee Holly Milburn told The Vedette the…
Rooftop Solar Coming to Marian Catholic High School
DSD Renewables (DSD) has partnered with Mission Energy to develop a 701 kW rooftop solar array for Marian Catholic High School in Chicago Heights. The project is estimated to generate 836,597 kWh each year, avoiding 593 metric tons of carbon dioxide annually, and providing the school with clean, affordable energy to power its operations. The…
Red Cross Blood Drive September 12, Register Now!
The American Red Cross will hold a blood drive at the University of St. Francis, on Tuesday, September 12, from 1 to 6 p.m. The drive, which is open to the public, will be held in the Assembly Hall Gymnasium, 1550 Plainfield Road in Joliet. To make an appointment, call 800-733-2767 or visit RedCrossBlood.org. You…
Crete Library News
Thursday, August 24 Film Club, from 5:30 – 8 p.m., adults: Enjoy watching “Moonrise Kingdom” on the library’s big screen, with refreshments and a short discussion following the movie. Drop in. Monday, August 28 Book Appétit – Cookbook Book Club, from 6 – 7:30 p.m., teens and adults: Enjoy a potluck array of food from…
18th Annual Lakeview East Festival of the Arts
Lakeview East Festival of the Arts Partners with Artists Across a Wide Variety of Mediums to curate a local celebration of art, culture, family activities, food, music, and more, plus this festival includes the work of local artist Lidia Wylangowska from Crete. The Lakeview East Chamber of Commerce is proud to host and produce the…
Haas Urges Ethics Reform as Mapes Trial Begins
As the trial begins for former chief of staff to Michael Madigan Tim Mapes, on charges he lied to a federal grand jury in a federal investigation of the former Speaker of the House, Assistant House Minority Leader Jackie Haas released the following statement: “As we see another trial play out in Chicago for a…
Empower Your Workforce Workshop!
The Will County Center for Economic Development (CED) will host a workshop on sparking Manufacturing Success in Will County, on Tuesday, August 22, beginning at 7:30 a.m. with networking and coffee, followed by opening remarks and introductions at 8 a.m., and the expert roundtable and panel discussion from 8:25 to 9:30 a.m., at Joliet Junior…
