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House Resolution Honors Jack Sikma
Spread the loveState Rep. Jackie Haas issued the following statement after the passage of her House Resolution 0056 designating the portion of Illinois Rt. 1 from Wichert Road to St. Anne as the “Honorary Jack Sikma Road.” “I am very pleased we were able to get this resolution passed unanimously out of the House. Jack…
Registration Fees, Chromebooks, Website on Manteno School Board Agenda
Spread the loveBy Stephen Nelson At the regular Manteno School Board meeting on March 15, elected officials approved some expenditure items they say will enhance operations for teachers and staff, as well as provide replacements to Chromebooks for the district’s first and second graders. The board also voted to keep student registration fees the same…
How to Make Tax Season a Breeze
Spread the love(StatePoint) While filing taxes can be anxiety-provoking, there’s no need to stress. The right digital tools, along with smart strategies can make tax season a breeze: File Faster There are many services to help you e-file your taxes, walking you through each step for a quick, painless way to get your tax return…
St. Rose of Lima Monthly Mass March 25
Spread the loveSt. Rose of Lima Chapel, 486 W. Merchant Street in Kankakee, will celebrate its monthly Mass on Friday March 25, at 6 p.m. Enter through the west door under the canopy. The elevator is nearby if needed, and ushers will assist. Eucharistic Adoration is held from 3- 5 p.m. every Wednesday afternoon at…
BTPD Announces Summer Camp Registration
Spread the loveBourbonnais Township Park District is preparing for a summer full of fun and lasting memories. Registration for Summer Day Camp 2022 and Preschool Camp will open on Monday, April 4, at 9 a.m. Patrons may stop by BTPD facilities – Recreation Station in Bradley, Perry Farm House and Exploration Station Children’s Museum in…
Manteno Trivia: March 24
Spread the loveBy Melanie Holmes The odds are good that if your parents met at a soda fountain, bowling alley, or skating rink in town, you likely would be fascinated to know where those places once were located – especially if the building still exists. A case in point is the structure that used to…
Small Business Series Aims to Help Employers with Worker Shortages
Spread the loveBy Melanie Holmes When KCC shared information about a free seven-part series of small business workshops being offered by the Illinois Small Business Development Center (ISBDC), the first session’s title was eye-catching: “The Great Resignation: What’s Really Going On?” The first of the series was held March 15 (via Zoom), with remaining sessions…
Acting Out Theatre Holding ‘A Chorus Line’ Auditions
Spread the loveActing Out Theatre Co. will be holding auditions for “A Chorus Line” on Saturday, April 2. Visit actingouttheatreco.org to sign up for a time slot. Callbacks will be Sunday, April 3, at 1 p.m. Auditions will be held for cast, “cut dancers,” and pit singers. Auditions will be held at Kankakee High School…
Spring Cleaning: Is Your ‘Junk’ Worth a Fortune?
Spread the loveIf your family is like most, you have “junk” in your basement, garage, or attic, including sports cards, memorabilia, and toys. Before you toss them out during spring cleaning, consider that the prices of sports cards, games, and other ephemera are skyrocketing. How can you determine if your stuff is valuable and, if…
AAS Ruck Walk May 29; Register Now!
Spread the loveAdopt-a-Soldier is offering an alternative to its 22k this year. Bring family and friends, young and old, strollers and wheelchairs and join the battle to eliminate veteran suicide. Organizers encourage participants to gather pledges or donations to support their walk, with proceeds benefitting Adopt-a-Soldier. Stroll one lap or 10 around the Will County…
Dueling Pianos April 23
Spread the loveMark your calendars for Dueling Pianos, on Saturday, April 23, beginning at 6 p.m., at the Knights of Columbus Hall’s Cameo Room, 187 S. Indiana in Kankakee. Tickets are $30 and may be purchased at www.ChildNetwork.org or on their Facebook page. Dueling Pianos is a high energy, all request, sing-a-long, clap-a-long, Rock ‘n…
Open Registration for My Piece in the Puzzle
Spread the loveThe My Piece in the Puzzle program to promote racial healing and equity will take place at the GROW Center (Central Christian Church), 310 Main Street NW, Bourbonnais, on Tuesdays between March 22 – April 12. Interested participants may register through Eventbrite or through the link on the Project SUN Facebook page. My…
Open Registration for My Piece in the Puzzle
Spread the loveThe My Piece in the Puzzle program to promote racial healing and equity will take place at the GROW Center (Central Christian Church), 310 Main Street NW, Bourbonnais, on Tuesdays between March 22 – April 12. Interested participants may register through Eventbrite or through the link on the Project SUN Facebook page. My…