New State Law Forces Townships to Report Efficiency
By Karen Haave A new state law requiring townships to create a committee to evaluate their own levels of efficiency is getting mixed reviews from local officials. Signed by Gov. J.B. Pritzker in mid-June, the Decennial Committee on Local Government Efficiency Act requires Illinois townships, road districts, and township multi-assessment districts to create committees to…
Helping Hands Food Distribution June 30!
Helping Hands Food Pantry will be distributing food on Friday, June 30, rather than Wednesday, July 5, from 1 to 5:30 p.m., at the Community Presbyterian Mission Building, Crawford and First Streets in Peotone. The line forms on West Street at the alley entrance. The date has been changed because of the July 4 holiday…
Save the Date: Illinois Livestock Leadership Institute
The Illinois Livestock Leadership Institute (ILLI) is a combined effort from the Illinois Pork Producers Association (IPPA) and the Illinois Beef Association (IBA) that provides an opportunity for young men and women to become actively involved in the livestock industry and all of agriculture. This program, sponsored by the two aforementioned organizations, is administered by…
Human Trafficking Survivor to Present USF Community Lecture
The University of St. Francis (USF) and the Sisters of St. Francis of Mary Immaculate welcome Save Our Adolescents from Prostitution (SOAP) Project founder, author, and nationally-known speaker Theresa Flores for an important presentation on Tuesday, September 27, at 7 p.m., in USF’s Sexton Auditorium (Moser Performing Arts Center). This Bishop Imesch “Women in Church”…
WCFC Annual Pork Dinner September 17
Wilton Center Federated Church, 14101 W. Joliet Road, Manhattan, invites the community to its annual pork dinner on Saturday, September 17, from 4:45 – 6:45 p.m. The menu features delicious roast pork, dressing, real mashed potatoes, gravy, coleslaw, cranberry relish, veggies, rolls, and home baked pies and desserts. Tickets are $15 for adults and $5…
Homeowners/Small Businesses ‘Solar Power Hour’ in Peotone
County Executive Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant invites residents to attend a free “Solar Power Hour” in Peotone to learn about the benefits of using solar energy and how to participate in a group buy to reduce costs. “Solar Power Hour” educational events are part of Grow Solar Chicagoland, previously known as Solarize Chicagoland, which offers free hour-long…
Pork Grant Opportunities Available Now!
Pig farmers in Illinois have the opportunity to take part in another round of tree buffer grants. The Illinois Pork Producers Association (IPPA) is offering this incentive for farmers to implement fresh landscaping on their pig farms. To date, Illinois pig farmers already have planted more than 3,700 trees with this program. “Tree buffers are…
Lenten Prayer Services
Residents are invited to the Clergy Association of Greater Peotone’s Prayer Services each Wednesday in Lent, beginning at 6 p.m. Mark your calendars for the following Wednesdays: March 9 will be held at Immanuel United Church of Christ in Peotone; March 16 – St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church, Peotone; March 23 – Presbyterian Community…
Tractors for a Cure ‘Cash Bash’
Get tickets now ($50/couple) for the March 12 St. Jude Children’s Hospital fundraiser, from 4 – 9 p.m., at the Will County Atrium. Grand prize is $2,500, in addition to cash prizes, raffles, and a silent auction. Tickets available at Peotone Bowling Alley – Gary Jurres, 708-258-9353; Debbie Werner, 815-478-5182; or Denise Lowe, 815-295-5059.
Volunteers Needed for ‘Point in Time Count’
Volunteers are needed for this year’s Point in Time Count on February 23. The Continuum of Care for Will, Kendall, and Grundy Counties will reach out to people experiencing homelessness on the night of Wednesday, February 23. Volunteers will help provide information and resources to people living on the streets, connect people in need of…
Will County Executive Reminds Residents of Local Warming Centers
As temperatures plummet, and a prolonged deep freeze is anticipated, Will County Executive Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant reminds residents to utilize local warming centers, if necessary. A complete list of warming shelters is listed on the home page of the Will County Emergency Management Agency’s website at www.willcountyema.org. “As the weather gets bitterly cold, I urge people…
