Local Realtor Dreams Big
By Stephanie Irvine Exciting things are happening for Manhattan realtor Randi Lynn Quigley—she recently opened an office in Manhattan for her real estate brokerage, Opulent by eXp Realty, amidst filming for her new real estate TV show set to air in October. The soft opening for the new office, which took place on…
Farmers Markets
Current schedule for Local Farmers Markets: Beecher – Saturday, September 14 and 28, from 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Peace Lutheran Church, 540 Oak Park Avenue; Peotone – Market in the Park, Tuesday, September 17, from 4-8 p.m., Peotone Park; Manteno – Thursdays, from 4 to 7 p.m., Division and Main Streets; Manhattan – Saturdays, from 9…
Civil Rights Lawsuit Filed Against Manhattan School District
By Stephanie Irvine When both the Manhattan School District 114’s Superintendent, Russel “Rusty” Ragon, and the Director of Human Resources, Communications, and Professional Development, Christine Ruddy, abruptly resigned late last February, their departures were shrouded in mystery and confusion. Their resignation letters were brief and did not indicate a reason for leaving other than personal…
Manhattan’s Comprehensive Plan Moves Forward
By Stephanie Irvine The Village of Manhattan is continuing to work on establishing an updated comprehensive plan as Nik Davis from the Houseal Lavigne design firm presented the existing conditions at the August 27 board meeting. The comprehensive plan is intended to serve as a planning blueprint for the next 20 years. Houseal…
‘Christmas Golf in September’ Coming September 18
The 30th annual “Christmas Golf in September” event tees-off on Wednesday, September 18, at Oak Springs Golf Course. This fundraiser for Christmas Day, Inc., begins with lunch at 11 a.m., a shotgun start at noon, and concludes with dinner at 5 p.m. This year marks the 30th Anniversary for Christmas Day, Inc. A mission committee…
Investing in Our Workforce, Our Infrastructure, and Our Success
One of my top goals as State Senator is to create opportunities throughout our region. Families need good jobs, communities need strong infrastructure, and our future generations need the skills and pathways to call this area their home for many years to come. Earlier this month, I was proud to join the Illinois Department of…
Joyce Announces $11M-plus in Evidence-Based Funding for Local Schools
State Sen. Patrick Joyce announced 20 school districts across the 40th District will receive more than $11 million in funding to help address the financial challenges of recent years. “Evidence-based funding continues to show our state’s testament to provide quality education to our students,” said Joyce. “This funding helps provide schools with the best resources…
Riverside Welcomes Tracey Peachey, FNP-BC, to Internal Medicine Team
Peachey is accepting new patients in Kankakee Riverside Healthcare is pleased to welcome board-certified internal medicine provider Tracey Peachey, FNP-BC. Internal medicine providers specialize in comprehensive and preventative care for patients 18 and older. Bringing more than 17 years of experience to Riverside’s internal medicine team, Peachey completed her Bachelor of Science in Nursing and…
Civil Rights Lawsuit Filed Against Manhattan School District
By Stephanie Irvine When both the Manhattan School District 114’s superintendent, Russel “Rusty” Ragon, and the Director of Human Resources, Communications, and Professional Development, Christine Ruddy, abruptly resigned late last February, their departures were shrouded in mystery and confusion. Their resignation letters were brief. They did not indicate a reason for leaving other than…
Weekly Farmers Markets
Current schedule for local Farmers Markets: Beecher – Saturday, September 14 and 28, from 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Peace Lutheran Church, 540 Oak Park Avenue; Peotone – Market in the Park, Tuesday, September 17, from 4-8 p.m., Peotone Park; Manteno – Thursdays, from 4 to 7 p.m., Division and Main Streets; Manhattan – Saturdays, from 9…
Clove Alliance Seeks Volunteers
Join movement against sexual violence. Clove Alliance invites community members to volunteer and make a difference. The upcoming volunteer training session will run from September 30 to October 23, on Monday and Wednesday evenings, from 6-8:30 p.m., and on two Saturdays, October 12 and 19, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., with 12 hours of…
MSD 114 Welcomes New Board Members, Dedicates Field to Dan DeCaprio
By Stephanie Irvine The Manhattan District 114 School Board held its first meeting at the new junior high school building on August 14, where they welcomed the board’s two newly appointed board members, Don Knoll and Brian Anderson. Knoll graduated from Lincoln-Way High East School in 2007, then lived throughout the Midwest, and moved back…
MFPD Seeks to Lead Area Disaster and Solar Planning
By Stephanie Irvine The Manhattan Fire Protection District is participating in several meetings with local government entities in an effort to lead improvements on disaster responses and recovery transitions, as well as to help with planning and clarifying safety needs surrounding the influx of solar farm applications. Following the July tornado that significantly affected the…
Another New Police Officer for Manteno
By Jeff Vorva Former Manteno Village Board Trustee Sam Martin was honored at the August 19 board meeting more than a month after he resigned, and Mayor Tim Nugent presented Martin with a plaque. Martin did not make any public comments, except to say “thank you,” and Nugent said Martin did his talking as a…
Issert Family Receives Conservation Farm Family Award
The 2024 Conservation Farm Family award was presented to the Steve Issert Family, of Wilmington, by the Will-So. Cook Soil and Water Conservation District. On August 14, a farm tour was held, and 50-55 people had an opportunity to enjoy a morning viewing a farm with approximately 400 acres. Three hundred of those acres are…
Property Fraud Alert; Sign-Up Now
Karen A. Stukel, the Will County Recorder, would like to take a moment to remind citizens of Will County about a service available at her office. Property Fraud Alert is a free online service, which enables the general public to register their name or the name of their business or organization with the Recorder’s Office…
Emergency Blood Shortage: USF Red Cross Blood Drive September 13
The American Red Cross is experiencing an emergency shortage as the nation faces the lowest number of people giving blood in 20 years. Help those in need as the University of St. Francis (USF) hosts its next American Red Cross blood drive on Friday, September 13, from 1 to 6 p.m., in the Assembly Hall…
KCC to Host Fall Job Fair
On Thursday, September 19, Kankakee Community College will host a free Fall Job Fair, from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., in the KCC College Center. The event is open to the public, and veterans are encouraged to attend, as well. Employers will conduct on site, pre-screening interviews for full and part-time positions. “The job fair…
Farmers Market Schedules
Current schedule for Local Farmers Markets: Beecher – Saturday, September 14, from 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Peace Lutheran Church, 540 Oak Park Avenue; Peotone – Market in the Park, Tuesday, September 3, from 4-8 p.m., Peotone Park; Manteno – Thursdays, from 4 to 7 p.m., Division and Main Streets; Manhattan – Saturdays, from 9 a.m. to…
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Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant Endorsed by Will – Grundy Building Trades Council
In the spirit of unity and in celebration of Labor Day, Will County Executive Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant is honored to announce she has received the endorsement of the Will and Grundy Counties Building Trades Council and its members for her re-election campaign. This prestigious endorsement underscores her commitment to supporting labor, economic development, and infrastructure improvements…
Will County Kicks-Off Safety Action Plan
Public encouraged to share experiences online and at upcoming community open house in efforts to shape safer roadways. Will County and local leaders, in coordination with the Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP), are proud to announce the launch of the Will County Safety Action Plan, a guide to make roads safer, reduce crash severity,…
Glasgow Named ILACP Public Official of the Year
The Illinois Association of Chiefs of Police is proud to announce the selection of Will County State’s Attorney James Glasgow as its Public Official of the Year for 2024. “He a policeman’s prosecutor, and he is always on our side,” said Chief Marc Maton, ILACP President. Will County State’s Attorney James W. Glasgow has a…
County EMA to Hold Public Preparedness Webinars
As part of National Preparedness Month, the Will County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) is hosting a series of 30-minute “Lunch and Learn” webinars focused on public preparedness in September. These virtual sessions will provide practical information to residents aimed at enhancing safety and readiness in a variety of emergency situations. “The webinars are a fast…
Public Health/ Public Safety Committee Holding Controlled Burn
The Public Health and Public Safety Committee will host a side-by-side controlled burn ahead of October, which is Fire Prevention Month. This demonstration will be held at the Public Health and Public Safety September meeting. The fire demonstration will take place in two rooms, located on a trailer. One room will be equipped with a…
WCHD Adds Naloxone Distribution Boxes at Veterans Assistance Commission
The Will County Health Department continues its efforts to make access to the life-saving, overdose-reversing drug Naloxone (Narcan) easier with the addition of a red Naloxone distribution box at the Veterans Assistance Commission of Will County, 2400 Glenwood Avenue, Suite 110, in Joliet. Naloxone is a medication designed to rapidly reverse an opioid overdose and…
Animal Protection Services Waives Dog Adoption Fee for ‘Bark to School’ Promotion
Will County Animal Protection Services (WCAPS) is waiving adoption fees for dogs until the end of August as part of their “Bark to School” promotion. “When kids go back to school and the summer winds down, the house can start to feel quiet and a little lonely. We encourage people to celebrate back to school…
Will County EMA Reminds Residents of Safety Tips During Heat Advisory
The Will County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) is advising residents to take precautions during an ongoing extreme heat period for the region. The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory from noon to 8 p.m. on August 26 and an Excessive Heat Watch from noon to 10 p.m. on August 27. The heat index…
Issert Family Receives Conservation Farm Family Award
The 2024 Conservation Farm Family award was presented to the Steve Issert Family, of Wilmington, by the Will-So. Cook Soil and Water Conservation District. On August 14, a farm tour was held, and 50-55 people had an opportunity to enjoy a morning viewing a farm with approximately 400 acres. Three hundred of those acres are…
Jimerson Found Guilty of Robbery, Intimidation, Domestic Battery
Will County State’s Attorney James W. Glasgow announced Marquel Jimerson, 29, of Joliet, was found guilty late Friday afternoon, August 16, of Robbery (a Class 2 felony), Intimidation of a Witness (a Class 3 felony), and three counts of Domestic Battery (Class 4 felonies), following a jury trial before Judge Art Smigielski. Sentencing and post-trial…
Property Fraud Alert; Sign-Up Now
Karen A. Stukel, the Will County Recorder, would like to take a moment to remind citizens of Will County about a service available at her office. Property Fraud Alert is a free online service, which enables the general public to register their name or the name of their business or organization with the Recorder’s Office…
JJC Announces Opening of Consolidated Election Process
Joliet Junior College (JJC) announces the official opening of the consolidated election process for its board of trustees. The election, scheduled for April 1, 2025, will fill three, six-year trustee terms. Candidates interested in running for these positions are encouraged to begin preparing their nominating petitions. Key Dates for Potential Candidates: August 20 – First…
