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Haas Receives Southland Black Chamber Outstanding Legislator Award
State Representative Jackie Haas released the following statement after receiving the Outstanding Legislator Award from the Southland Black Chamber of Commerce and Industry at the Chamber’s Juneteenth Black Tie Event on Sunday, June 19. “It truly is an honor to be recognized in this way. My primary goal as a State Representative is to write…
Free USF Noyce STEM Camp for Area Students
Area students entering grades sixth through ninth are invited to join the University of St. Francis (USF) Noyce Scholars and local middle school teachers for a free STEM summer camp experience from July 11 through 15. This year’s camp focuses on the environment. Participants will learn about local environmental issues, such as declining biodiversity, habitat…
Tractors for a Cure Memorial Tractor Ride August 6
Mark your calendars for August 6 and get tickets now for the second annual Tractors for a Cure Memorial Tractor Ride in memory of Don Werner Sr. and benefitting St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital. The tractor ride will leave from the Peotone American Legion Post at 9 a.m. on August 6, then travel through the…
Happy Birthday/Happy Anniversary!!
Very special happy birthday wishes to: July 3: Kay Bowden, Peyton Pietrzak, Angie Sechrist, and Duane Temme!!!! July 4: Terry Brozowski!! July 7: Abby Jarchow, Daniel Dralle, and Nathaniel Oliver!!! July 8: Brenna Krapf!! Extra special happy anniversary wishes to: July 1: To a very special couple on their 50th – Rich and Sue LaMore!!!!!…
Fireworks July 2 along Kankakee River Banks
The tradition of celebrating Independence Day with live music, followed by fireworks, will continue on Saturday, July 2, 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., with admission at $20 per carload. All proceeds benefit the Kankakee Valley Symphony…
Rep. Haas Hosting Unclaimed Property Event June 28
State Representative Jackie Haas, in partnership with the Illinois State Treasurer’s office, will host an Unclaimed Property Event on June 28, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Coal City Public Library, 85 N. Garfield Street. “I am very happy I can partner with the Treasurer’s Office to host this event,” said Haas. “This…
Thoughts on Electing Extremists
By Scott Reeder Mary Miller frightens me. Yes, I’m talking about the member of Congress from Southern Illinois who is running against Rodney Davis for the Republican nomination in the 15th Congressional District. She is not pitching policies. She is selling anger. But I could also say it is the same about a whole host…
Icebox Creamery Recognized as June Local Business of the Month
State Representative Jackie Haas recently recognized another local business in the 79th Legislative District as part of her monthly business spotlight program. The Local Business Spotlight for June is the Icebox Creamery, 118 W. Main Street in Peotone. Rep. Haas visited the Icebox Creamery this week to present owners Jake and Melissa Kulacz with an…
Letter to the Editor: Peotone Fire Consolidation
Opinion on the referendum to consolidate with the Manhattan Fire Protection District Shall the Peotone Fire Protection District Dissolve and be consolidated into the Manhattan Fire Protection District? The answer is No! A close look at the information that has been spoonfed to the public by the Peotone and Manhattan Fire Districts will show you…
Letter to the Editor: Peotone Fire Protection District Consolidation
To Peotone Fire Protection District Residents: Fire districts throughout the state and the country are facing very serious staffing and resource challenges, placing their mission to keep communities safe in serious jeopardy. There is a critical shortage of available firefighters, EMTs, and paramedics, forcing departments like ours to rely on a part-time staffing model that…
Letter to the Editor: Fire Department Consolidation
Dear Editor: I am writing this letter in support for a YES vote for the referendum question about the consolidation of the Peotone Fire Protection District with the Manhattan Fire Protection District in the upcoming election. With due respect to all the candidates on this ballot, I feel this is the most important issue for…
Order Summer Blooms Native Plants Now
Beautify one’s yard while also helping out local pollinators by going native! The Nature Foundation of Will County’s Summer Blooms Native Plant Sale kicked-off online on Friday, June 17. The summer sale features a wide variety of late-blooming native plants that are much-needed sources of nutrition for pollinators, especially bees and butterflies. In addition, these…
A Word About Jim Ryan
By Scott Reeder He was a tough-as-nails-prosecutor, who rose to become a two-term Illinois Attorney General. Despite his success at the ballot box, he was not a natural politician. He hated the glad-handing part of retail politics. When reporters interviewed him, he was often stiff and uncomfortable, but more significantly, Jim Ryan suffered from the…
Liberty 5K Run/Walk July 3
Grundy Area PADS is proud to host this year’s Liberty 5K Run/Walk to recognize local veterans and service members. The race route takes runners through the nostalgic Downtown Morris, parks, and neighborhoods – so MARK those calendars for July 3! This event is family-friendly and offers Race Day Registration for the Kid’s Race for $5.…
Illinois National Guard Participates in Cyber Shield 2022
DoD’s largest unclassified cyber defense exercise. Approximately 30 Illinois National Guard cyber and computer security specialists honed their skills June 5-17, as part of Cyber Shield 2022, the Department of Defense’s largest unclassified cyber defense exercise involving approximately 800 National Guard cyber specialists, as well as law enforcement, legal, government, and corporate partners from across…
Donate Used Music/Memorabilia to WCSF 88.7 FM
WCSF 88.7 FM, the University of St. Francis’ radio station, will host its annual Mega Music Rummage Sale this fall and currently is seeking community donations of used and collectible music and memorabilia. For those who cannot bear to throw out their pre-loved media, here is the answer – donate it to WCSF. Donations may…
BTPD Presents Summer Concert Series Line-Up
Bourbonnais Township Park District and Fieldstone Credit Union announce the Summer Concert Series, which returns on Tuesday evenings from July 5 through August 9, from 7 – 8:30 p.m. Bring a chair or blanket to enjoy the best bands in Chicagoland as they perform in gorgeous outdoor settings. Concessions and food trucks will be available,…
