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‘Grandparents Day’ in Romeoville September 13
A “Grandparents Day” will be held for Will County seniors on Wednesday, September 13, from 9 to 11 a.m., at the Romeoville Athletic and Event Center, 55 Phelps Avenue in Romeoville. The event is hosted as a collaboration between the Village of Romeoville, Senior Services of Will County, State Rep. Natalie Manley, Will County Executive…
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…
Comcast Launches Xfinity Services, Internet Speeds Faster than a Gig, in Manhattan
Comcast bringing its next-generation Xfinity 10G Network to town. Comcast announced its officially launching residential and businesses services in Manhattan. Residents throughout the village will have access to Comcast’s full suite of Xfinity services, including Internet speeds faster than a gig, and local businesses can sign up for the company’s full suite of Comcast Business…
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…
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…
WCWC Releases August Job Fair and Training Calendar
The Workforce Services Division of Will County released its August schedule of events, workshops, job fairs, and Mobile Workforce Center locations. Job seekers can attend the Lockport Township Job Fair on Tuesday, August 29, from 1-5 p.m., at the Lockport Township Offices, 1463 S Farrell Road, Lockport. Register for the opportunity to meet local employers…
Golf Fundraiser September 8 at Deer Creek
The manufactured home communities of Golf Vista Estates in Monee, Gateway in Frankfort, Oak Ridge in Manteno, and Pheasant Lakes Estates in Beecher will host a fundraiser for their state organization – Mobile Home Owners Association of Illinois. The golf outing will be held on Friday, September 8, at Deer Creek Golf Club, with a…
‘Solar Switch’ Group Buy Program Returns to Will County
Will County residents and small business owners are invited to learn about the benefits of solar energy and participate in a group buy program to reduce installation costs. The Resource Recovery and Energy Division of the Will County Land Use Department, once again, is partnering with the Midwest Renewable Energy Association (MREA) and the Citizens…
MHS Sponsoring Civil War Re-enactment August 6
The Monee Historical Society is excited to announce it is sponsoring a Civil War re-enactment this Sunday, August 6, in front of the Heritage Center, 5210 W. Court Street, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. (Volunteers still are needed to man the Heritage Center from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.) If you have an interest…
Vietnam Moving Wall Brought Plethora of Emotions
By Karen Haave The Vietnam Moving Wall, on display in the Village of Manhattan, drew hundreds of visitors and a plethora of emotions, as well. Some said they came to honor the more than 58,000 service members whose names are etched on the memorial and who gave their lives between 1957 and 1975. Some said…
French Heritage Museum to Hold Two Events Marking Bastille Day
Experience a taste of France in Kankakee when the French Heritage Museum’s outdoor lot is transformed into a picturesque Parisian Cafe. To be held Friday, July 14, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., at 165 N. Indiana Avenue, this Bastille Day Celebration will feature wine tastings, paired hors d’oeuvres, live folk music, and more. Folk musician…
Kankakee Quiltmakers Hosting Autumn Splendor Quilt Show
The Kankakee Quiltmakers will host their Autumn Splendor Quilt Show on Friday, September 29, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and again on Saturday, September 30, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the First Church of the Nazarene, 1000 N. Entrance Avenue, Kankakee. Admission is $8 each, with children under 12 free. The event…
KCC Hosting July Fourth Celebration with Music and Fireworks
The tradition of celebrating Independence Day with live music followed by fireworks will continue on Tuesday, July 4, along the south banks of the Kankakee River. The fundraising event includes three live music performances. Kankakee Community College gates open at 4 p.m., and admission is $20 per carload. All proceeds benefit the Kankakee Valley Symphony…
Kankakee Kultivators Garden Walk June 22, Activity Updates!
When Peter Meany was a kid, he and a good buddy happily spent a lot of time at the tree nursery owned by his buddy’s dad, who enthusiastically grew and recommended native Illinois plants and trees. Peter was hooked. As an adult, he started from scratch and, without professional help, he’s developed a rich landscape…
Manhattan Police Chief Announces Retirement
Manhattan Mayor Mike Adrieansen announced on June 8 he has received notice from Police Chief Jeff Wold that he intends to retire on Friday, June 30. Mayor Adrieansen informed village officials and staff earlier on June 8 about the unexpected announcement. “I am saddened to get the news Chief Wold is leaving, but I appreciate…
Former Manhattan Resident Turned Multi-Discipline Professional Combat Sports Athlete
By: Madeleine Willis Muay Thai, kickboxing, boxing, and mixed martial arts, are the skill sets for amateur fighter Jeremiah Truhlar. From Manhattan, Truhlar was used to play-fights breaking out between his brothers, as he grew up in a household of 12 kids, and was the youngest of nine boys. “Leading into my teenage years, I…
Rep. Haas Hosts June 14 Job Fair in Kankakee
To provide opportunities for job seekers in the 79th District, State Rep. Jackie Haas will host a Job Fair on Wednesday, June 14, from 9 a.m. to noon, at the Knights of Columbus in Kankakee, 187 S. Indiana Avenue. “I’m happy to bring back my annual job fair to connect job seekers and employers in…
