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…
WCTA Hosting Vintage Tractor Drive Fundraiser
The Will County Threshermen’s Association (WCTA) will hold its vintage tractor drive fundraiser on Saturday, June 10, with participants driving their vintage tractors on a 50-mile route through the countryside of Will and Grundy Counties. Lunch will be served at Andy Rousonelos farm. All proceeds from the event benefit the WCTA, a non-profit organization dedicated…
Village of Manhattan Recommended for Finance Award; Police Department at Full Staff
The Village of Manhattan continues to excel in its stewardship of the village’s finances. At a time when governmental bodies are being held to even stricter accountability guidelines, the village once again has been recognized for financial excellence. The firm of Lauterbach and Amen, LLP, just completed its annual comprehensive financial report for the village’s…
Village of Manhattan Recommended for Finance Award; Police Department at Full Staff
The Village of Manhattan continues to excel in its stewardship of the village’s finances. At a time when governmental bodies are being held to even stricter accountability guidelines, the village once again has been recognized for financial excellence. The firm of Lauterbach and Amen, LLP, just completed its annual comprehensive financial report for the village’s…
Clove Alliance Hosts Conference for Law Enforcement, Community Professionals
Clove Alliance is hosting a one-day conference, Behind the Screen: Child Exploitation in the Age of the Darknet, for law enforcement and other community professionals. The workshop will be held on Friday, June 23, from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., at Kankakee Community College. Online crimes against children have exploded across the United States. This…
Camp I Am Me Summer Camp Offers Burn Survivors Place of Healing
This empowering, week-long camp held at YMCA Camp Duncan provides a safe, and judgment-free place for young burn survivors ages eight-to-20. For the past 32 years, Camp I Am Me has provided a place of acceptance and healing for young burn survivors throughout Illinois at its yearly summer camp, held at YMCA Camp Duncan in…
BTPD Family Night Out June 2
The Bourbonnais Township Park District invites the entire family to begin the summer at Perry Farm Park. Family Night Out is Friday, June 2, from 6 to 8 p.m., at Perry Farm Park. Gates open at 6 p.m., with the Grand Opening of the Ninja Obstacle Challenge Course for ages 13 and up. There will…
Free Food Giveaway May 27 in Downtown Joliet
ShareFest Will County, Will County Executive Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant team-up to support families. Will County Executive Jennifer Bertino Tarrant and ShareFest Will County will host a free food giveaway event on Saturday, May 27, at the Will County Office Building, 302 N. Chicago Street, Joliet, from 9 a.m. until noon, or while supplies last. “This event…
Free Annual Book Reuse and Recycling Event June 2-4
The Will County Land Use Department’s Resource Recovery and Energy (RRE) Division will host its annual three-day book reuse and recycling event, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., June 2-4, at Joliet Park District’s Pilcher Park Nature Center, 2501 Highland Park Drive. “Our goal is twofold – to promote literacy and improve the environment through…
Manteno Native Releases New Illinois Bucket List Book
When Melanie Holmes learned about Reedy Press’ nationwide line of bucket list books and saw there wasn’t one for Illinois, she knew she wanted to write it. As a lifelong Illinoisan and travel enthusiast who has been traveling the state since age seven, according to Holmes, she’s seen a lot. And still, she found much…
Old National Donates $5,000 to Trinity Services
On Tuesday, May 9, representatives from Trinity Services in New Lenox were invited to attend a special ceremony to receive a check from Old National Bank for their participation in the institution’s recent Choose Your Charity giveaway to nonprofits. Trinity Services received a check from Old National Bank for $5,000, during a ceremony at the…
B. Harley Bradley House New Museum Cohort
The American Alliance of Museums (AAM), the only organization representing the entire scope of the museum community, recently selected a new cohort of museums to participate in this year’s Museum Assessment Program, including Wright in Kankakee – the FLLW B. Harley Bradley House. Since its inception in 1981, the Museum Assessment Program (MAP) has helped…
Music Items Needed to Support WCSF-FM’s 2023 Mega Music Rummage Sale
WCSF-FM 88.7 FM, the radio station of the University of St. Francis (USF), currently is seeking community donations of used and collectible music and memorabilia. If you cannot bear to throw out your pre-loved media, donate it to WCSF! Donations can include, but are not limited to: Vinyl 33s, 45s and 78s; 8-tracks, reel-to-reel, and…
Kankakee Kultivators Celebrating 75 Years!
The Kankakee Kultivators Garden Club celebrates its 75th anniversary this year. At each meeting, garden clubs of Illinois recite a pledge to beautify the state and keep it void of litter, protect wildlife, and preserve natural resources for future generations. With these goals in mind, members plan programs that are open to the public and…
Joliet Fresh Produce Pop-Up Event May 11
A “Fresh Produce Pop-Up Event” will be held from 1-3 p.m., on Thursday, May 11, at Community Lifeline Ministries, 158 S. Joliet Street, Joliet. Will County Executive Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant is partnering with the Community Nutrition Network and Senior Services Association, Meals on Wheels Foundation of Northern Illinois, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, and…
It’s Time for Rhubarb; 33rd Annual Rhubarb Festival May 21
The Kankakee County Museum, at Small Memorial Park, 801 S. Eighth Avenue, will host its 33rd annual Rhubarb Festival on Sunday, May 21, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This year’s festivities include a wide variety of vendors, dime toss, kid’s zone, classic and old car display, pie-eating contest, live entertainment, and tours of the…
Legion Fish Fry
American Legion Post 392 will host its monthly fish fry on Saturday, May 13, from 4:30 – 6:30 p.m., or until sold out. The $12 meal includes French fries, cole slaw, bread and butter, and a choice of either perch or catfish. Don’t forget to try a delicious dessert for an additional $2, from the…
Unique Experience: Locavore’s Farm Dinners, Open-Air Markets, Walking Tours
Locavore Farm announces year eight of farm experiences and a second season at its new space, a 35-acre agrarian resort and biodynamic working-farm, where guests can eat, drink, shop, and experience live entertainment and unique learning opportunities, in rural Grant Park. The farm also offers overnight experiences in their farmhouse or glamp site. The farm…
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WCTA Hosting Vintage Tractor Drive Fundraiser
The Will County Threshermen’s Association (WCTA) will hold its vintage tractor drive fundraiser on Saturday, June 10, with participants driving their vintage tractors on a 50-mile route through the countryside of Will and Grundy Counties. Lunch will be served at Andy Rousonelos farm. All proceeds from the event benefit the WCTA, a non-profit organization dedicated…
MPD Receives $5,000 for License Plate Recognition Devices
Will County State’s Attorney James Glasgow continued his countywide initiative to enhance community safety with high-tech Flock license plate readers with a $5,000 donation to the Monee Police Department. The contribution will allow Monee to purchase two automated license plate recognition devices that play a vital role in helping catch dangerous vehicle hijackers and other…
New ‘Ready Will County’ App Launched
The Will County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) launched a new-and-improved version of the “Ready Will County” smartphone application. The app is an innovative tool to help residents receive timely alerts and be able to effectively plan ahead for a wide range of scenarios. “Will County EMA serves as a key source of information to plan…
CED Hosting Eye-Opener Breakfast
The Will County Center for Economic Development is host this year’s Eye-Opener Breakfast on Thursday, June 22, at Tuscany Falls in Mokena. Registration and breakfast are at 7:30 a.m., with the program from 8 – 9:15 a.m. This mid-year look at the state of the Will County economy includes an update on major developments, initiatives,…
WCHD, Community Health Center Hosting Job Fair May 24
The Will County Health Department and Community Health Center is hosting its second annual job fair on Wednesday, May 24, in the Community Room at the Will County Health Department, 501 Ella Avenue in Joliet, from noon – 4 p.m. Job seekers will find a wealth of exciting career opportunities in public health at the…
Will County Announces $43 Million in ARPA Grant Awards
Will County Executive Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant and Will County Board leadership announced the awarded allocation of $43 million in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) dollars to 120 local governments, community organizations, and small businesses throughout the county. This announcement follows Will County Board approval of allocations at its May 18 board meeting. “This funding is an…
Will County Board Approves 3 New Landscaping Businesses And Some Road Projects
By Stephen Nelson At its May 18th meeting, the Will County Board approved 3 new landscaping businesses at various locations. The first approved will be located on vacant land along South 104th Avenue in Frankfort Township. The second will operating at 2085 S. Spencer Avenue in New Lenox. The third will be located at 17958 S.…
Free Food Giveaway May 27 in Downtown Joliet
ShareFest Will County, Will County Executive Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant team-up to support families. Will County Executive Jennifer Bertino Tarrant and ShareFest Will County will host a free food giveaway event on Saturday, May 27, at the Will County Office Building, 302 N. Chicago Street, Joliet, from 9 a.m. until noon, or while supplies last. “This event…
Hill Sentenced to 80 Years in Joliet Murder
Will County State’s Attorney James Glasgow announced Nathaniel Hill, 44, of Joliet, was sentenced by Judge Daniel Rippy to 80 years in prison for the 2020 shooting murder of Derrick Williams-Scott. Hill, a convicted felon, received 75 years for first degree murder, with three years mandatory supervised release, and five years for unlawful use of…
Will County Board Approves Purchase of Election Equipment
The Will County Board voted to approve the purchase of election equipment for the Will County Clerk’s office using $7.8 million from the General Reserve. Lauren Staley Ferry, Will County Clerk, reports election equipment and software systems owned and operated by the Will County Clerk’s Office have either exceeded life expectancy or are nearing end-of-life…
Free Annual Book Reuse and Recycling Event June 2-4
The Will County Land Use Department’s Resource Recovery and Energy (RRE) Division will host its annual three-day book reuse and recycling event, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., June 2-4, at Joliet Park District’s Pilcher Park Nature Center, 2501 Highland Park Drive. “Our goal is twofold – to promote literacy and improve the environment through…
Jury Finds Watson Guilty in 2019 Fatal Stabbing at Harrah’s Joliet Casino Hotel
Will County State’s Attorney James Glasgow announced a jury recently found Robert Watson, 29, of Joliet, guilty in the brutal 2019 killing of a 76-year-old Wisconsin man in the hotel of Harrah’s Casino in Joliet. The jury rendered its verdict following an eight-day trial before Circuit Judge David Carlson, finding Watson guilty on all four…