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Dr. Joe Zampillo New MCHS Principal
Embracing tradition, inspiring excellence: A proud alumnus returns to lead. Marian Catholic is thrilled to announce the appointment of Dr. Joe Zampillo, Class of ’89, as the school’s ninth principal for the upcoming 2024-2025 academic year. The decision follows an extensive national search conducted in collaboration with Carney, Sandoe, and Associates, aimed at identifying an…
Crete Library News
Thursday, March 21 Preschool Pals, from 1 – 2 p.m., ages four/five: During this independent storytime experience, children enjoy spending time with other preschoolers, while listening to stories, learning songs and fingerplays, and playing games. Register. Knot Just for Knitters, from 6 – 7:30 p.m., ages 11/adult: Join us to socialize while working on knitting,…
Semi-Annual Craft Show at Veteran’s Home May 3-4
Mark your calendars now for the semi-annual Manteno Illinois Veterans’ Home Craft Show on Friday and Saturday, May 3 – 4, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., in Veterans Hall at the home. There will be craft and décor items for all seasons, patriotic, beach, and holiday items, wreaths, garden and yard décor, and so…
Rep. Haas Honors Local Women at Emerging Women Leaders Event
Recently, State Rep. Jackie Haas welcomed Lamekia Davis and Liz Gibson to the Emerging Women Leaders Event in Springfield. The event consisted of a brunch, listening session, and informational seminars from other women in leadership roles. Rep. Haas moderated the ‘Put Your Oxygen Mask on First’ breakout session, which focused on maintaining positive mental health,…
Crete, Monee Take the Plunge
By Karen Haave Law enforcement teams from Crete and Monee were among the hundreds of participants to take a dip in the icy waters of Lake Manteno for Polar Plunge 2024. Both teams are award-winners recognized for the record amounts of money raised to benefit Special Olympics Illinois. Monee Police Department’s Sgt. Teresa Cancialosi said…
Crete Library News
Thursday, March 14 Preschool Pals, from 1 – 2 p.m., ages four/five: During this independent storytime experience, children enjoy spending time with other preschoolers, while listening to stories, learning songs and fingerplays, and playing games. Register. Anime Club, from 3 – 4:30 p.m., grades sixth/12th: Join us for a screening of “MUSHI-SHI.” Snacks and bottled…
DeLuca Continues Work to Lower Property Taxes
Introduces plan to prohibit taxpayer-funded guaranteed income programs. As part of his continued efforts to lower property taxes and the need to responsibly manage taxpayer dollars, State Rep. Anthony DeLuca, D-Chicago Heights, has introduced a measure that would prohibit governments from using taxpayer money to fund guaranteed income programs. “We must focus our limited resources…
Preserving Legacies of Love Key Part of February
We all strive to be remembered for making a difference, and for showing others we appreciate all they have done to help us be successful. I had two important opportunities to show that legacy of love during the past month. As I have written here many times, I am proud to be an Illinois…
Crete to Celebrate Earth Day 2024 with Week Long Celebration
By Karen Haave The Village of Crete will mark Earth Day 2024 with a week-long event from April 22 to 27. Police Chief Scott Pieritz noted during the February 26 board of trustees meeting that the village has previously celebrated Earth Day with an October Clean-up Day. “Several years ago, I created Crete Community Clean-up…
CM 201-U Holds First Strategic Planning Workgroup Meeting
Crete-Monee School District 201-U held its first Strategic Planning Workgroup meeting on Thursday, February 22, with approximately 50 members participating. During the session, participants discussed the importance of strategic planning, the process that will be used to create the strategic plan, and the district’s mission and vision. The group also reviewed feedback from focus groups…
Franciscan Health Olympia Fields Redesignated Acute Stroke Ready Hospital
Franciscan Health Olympia Fields has been redesignated as an Acute Stroke Ready hospital by the Illinois Department of Public Health, the hospital announced recently. Acute Stroke Ready hospitals serve as the first stop for patients suspected of having a stroke. Franciscan Health Olympia Fields is the only hospital in the South Suburbs with the designation.…
Legion Fish Fry March 9
Area residents are invited to Peotone American Legion Post 392’s monthly all-you-can-eat fish fry on Saturday, March 9, from 4:30 – 6:30 p.m., or until sold out. Tickets are $15 for perch or catfish and include French fries, cole slaw, bread, and butter. You might also want to try a special dessert for only $2,…
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WCHD Hosting Five Food Bank Mobile Markets
The Will County Health Department will host five Northern Illinois Food Bank Mobile Markets between March and July. The Mobile Markets are scheduled from 10 to 11:30 a.m. on March 21, April 18, May 16, June 14, and July 12, and will be held in the parking lot of the Will County Health Department’s main…
JJC Freshman Wins NJCAA Women’s Bowling Championship
JJC freshman Madi Lave makes history. The JJC Wolves men’s and women’s bowling teams recently competed in the 2024 NJCAA Bowling Championship at Royal Scot Golf and Bowl in Lansing, Michigan, where Madi Lave earned the Women’s Singles National Title with a final score of 633 after three games of competition. “I haven’t completely wrapped…
Homer Glen Residents in Passionate Battle with Will County Executive
For several months, the citizens of Homer Township and Homer Glen have been fighting to maintain their quality of life. When you drive between Bell and Lemont Roads on 143rd Street, you get a feeling of rural America – horse farms, large properties, beautiful trees lining the road. There is a sense of calm and…
Health Department Food Bank Mobile Market March 21
The Will County Health Department is hosting a Northern Illinois Food Bank Mobile Market on Thursday, March 21, from 10 to 11:30 a.m., in the health departments parking lot, 501 Ella Avenue in Joliet. Anyone needing food assistance is welcome to receive free groceries. No ID, documentation, or pre-approval is needed. Distribution is on a…
From the Desk of the Will County Board Chairman:
On March 5, at 10:30 a.m., county board leadership was presented with a last-minute opinion from the State’s Attorney’s Office regarding the procedure for the special county board meeting scheduled for 10:45 a.m. that same day. The bi-partisan members voting in favor of Resolution 24-27, directing the Division of Transportation to cease moving forward with…
Will County Regional Spelling Bee March 14
This year’s Will County Regional Spelling Bee will be held at Lincoln-Way West High School, 21701 Gougar Road in New Lenox, on Thursday, March 14, from 5 till 8 p.m. There will be 32 participants in grades sixth through eighth from schools across Will County. Spelling Bee officials are: Laura Yanchick, pronouncer; Chelsea Bowen, head…
Will Co. Health Department Adds 10 Naloxone Distribution Boxes Throughout County
The Will County Health Department is making access to the life-saving, overdose-reversing drug Naloxone (Narcan) easier, with the installation of 10 red naloxone distribution boxes located throughout Will County. Naloxone is a medication designed to rapidly reverse an opioid overdose and is available through the Illinois Department of Human Services/Substance Use Prevention and Recovery Access…
Radetski Sentenced to Seven Years for Child Pornography, Indecent Solicitation of a Child
Will County State’s Attorney James Glasgow announced Joshua Radetski, 46, of Lake Zurich, was sentenced recently to three years in prison for Child Pornography (a Class 2 felony) and 4 years for Indecent Solicitation of a Child (a Class 3 felony). Radetski pled guilty and was sentenced by Circuit Judge Amy Bertani-Tomczak. On October 7,…
Watson Found Guilty of First Degree Murder in 2018 Shooting Death
Will County State’s Attorney James Glasgow announced that Elijah Watson, 28, of Joliet, was found guilty recently in the 2018 shooting death of Nathan Ballard. Watson was found guilty by Circuit Judge Vincent Cornelius of First Degree Murder and Unlawful Use of a Weapon (a Class 2 felony) following a five-day bench trial. Co-defendant Anthony…
Will Co. Board to Hold Special Meeting
The Will County Board will convene for a special meeting on Tuesday, March 5, at 10:45 a.m., to enforce Resolution 24-27 that was signed by the Will County Executive. On February 15, the Will County Board voted in a bi-partisan majority, 12-9, to pass Resolution 24-27, “Directing the Will County Division of Transportation to Cease…