Dueling Pianos April 23
Mark 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 Roll, comedy…
Lenten Prayer Service
Next week’s Clergy Association of Greater Peotone’s Lenten Prayer Service will be held on Wednesday, March 30, at 6 p.m., at Green Garden United Methodist Church on Rt. 45. The community is invited.
‘Laugh for a Cause’ to Benefit Harbor House
Harbor House presents the comedy legends of The Second City, Chicago’s renowned sketch and improv comedy theater, in Laugh for a Cause on Saturday, April 2, at 7 p.m., at the Knights of Columbus, 187 S. Indiana Avenue, Kankakee. The program is appropriate for ages 17 and older. Tickets for Laugh for a Cause, a…
Weekly Area Lenten Prayer Service
Next week’s Clergy Association of Greater Peotone’s Lenten Prayer Service will be held on Wednesday, March 23, at 6 p.m., at the Presbyterian Community Church in Manteno, 64 S. Walnut. The community is invited.
Terrill Featured Speaker at Kankakee Kultivators Meeting
Deb Terrill, well-known to local residents for her newspaper articles on gardening, cooking, conservation – you name it, will share her prodigious knowledge and engaging humor at the March meeting of the Kankakee Kultivators. Not only will Deb share her new program, “Seeds to Table,” and field all questions her audience might ask about…
Clove Alliance Seeking Art Show Entries
Clove Alliance is seeking submissions for its second annual Brave, Bold, and Believed Art Show, an evening to celebrate and honor the journey of survivors and the efforts to end sexual violence. Artists are encouraged to create an original design, no larger than 30″ x 30,” in keeping with the themes of empowerment, strength, resilience,…
Musicians: Join Tinley Park Community Band
The Tinley Park Community Band, directed by Barbara Abarro, is in its 34th year of making music. Musicians are invited to join this 45-piece concert band, with all instruments welcome. The Community Band is active year-round, sharing their talents and bringing the sound of live concert band and jazz music to Tinley Park and surrounding…
Legion Fish Fry March 12
Peotone American Legion Post 392 will host a perch only fish fry on Saturday, March 12, from 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. or until sold out. Dinners are $12 – dine in or carry out. Homemade delicious desserts, sold by the Auxiliary, are available at $2 each.
Fitness Premier 24/7 Clubs to Host Blood Drives
Fitness Premier 24/7 Clubs, a group-workout gym franchise, in partnership with Versiti Blood Centers, will sponsor a three-location blood drive in March and April. Two of its locations, the Crete and Monee gyms, will be competing to secure the largest number of participants. Versiti will provide a trophy to the winning gym. “Blood shortage has…
Military Family Forum March 6
In conjunction with Adopt-a-Soldier, a military family forum will be held this Sunday, March 6, at 2 p.m., at Manteno American Legion Post 755, 117 N. Walnut. The event will help support families with active military members. Featured guest will be Lt. Mike Beierman.
State’s Attorney Donates Safety Cameras to Manhattan Police
Glasgow encourages public/private partnerships to protect communities. Through his countywide initiative encouraging partnerships between local law enforcement and the business community, Will County State’s Attorney James Glasgow presented a check for $5,000 to Manhattan Police Chief Jeff Wold for the purchase of two Flock Safety cameras for placement on critical roadways in the Village…
Polar Plunge to Benefit Special Olympics Illinois
Register online at www.plungeillinois.com. This winter, the Manteno community is invited to’be bold and get cold’ by taking the Polar Plunge to support Special Olympics Illinois Athletes. The 2022 Illinois Law Enforcement Torch Run Polar Plunge, presented by GEICO in Manteno, will be held at Manteno Sportsmen’s Club, 851 N. Main, on Saturday, March 5,…
Thousands of Children’s Valentines Greet Will County Veterans
Veterans throughout Will County received more than 2,300 handmade valentines crafted by children through Will County State’s Attorney James Glasgow’s third annual “Valentines for Veterans” initiative. The State’s Attorney delivered the valentines to the Will County Veterans Assistance Commission and other local veterans’ organizations for members of the veteran community. “This program gives local children…
Sexual Harassment Prevention Training Available
Every 73 seconds, an American is sexually assaulted, so whether aware of it or not, everyone works with survivors. Clove Alliance hopes to continue to spread awareness in hopes of creating a safer and more victim-centered community. Each year, all employers in the State of Illinois are required to provide one hour of sexual harassment…
Farm Bureau Foundation Scholarships
The Will County Farm Bureau Foundation Board is accepting applications for this year’s scholarship program, with 52 $1,200 scholarships offered. Scholarship rules and procedures are available with the application form at www.willcfb.com. All applications submitted must be typewritten or computer typed on the original application form. Submission deadline is March 2, with mail applications postmarked…
Romeoville Police First to Join County Needle Take-Back Program
The Romeoville Police Department became the first in Will County to expand its Pharmaceutical Take-Back program to include needles, or “sharps.” “Sixteen Will County Police Departments and the Will County Sheriff’s Department have partnered with the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency and the Land Use Department’s Resource Recovery and Energy Division to provide places to safely…
R.P. Lumber Celebrates 45 Years of Hard Work, Great Partnerships
Family-owned company maintains focus on providing jobs, “Best Service” to Midwest communities. On a frigid January 17, 1977, R.P. Lumber Co., Inc. opened its doors for the first time in Staunton. The young entrepreneur who opened the doors that day didn’t see a customer for three days and battled a bitter winter, but today the…
AMITA Health Leadership Changes in Joliet, Kankakee
AMITA Health system administrative leadership announced the appointment of Christopher Shride, current president of AMITA Health St. Mary’s Hospital Kankakee, to the position of president for AMITA Health Saint Joseph Medical Center Joliet, effective February 5. Chris’ appointment comes at a pivotal time for AMITA Saint Joseph Joliet, as Herb Buchanan, current president, leaves the…
Corn/Soybean Growers Joint Annual Meeting Set (At a Glan. Feb. 3)
The Will County Corn and Soybean Growers Committees will hold their annual meeting, including a lite supper, on Monday, February 21, at the Will County Farm Bureau, 100 Manhattan Road in Joliet, beginning at 6 p.m. The meeting is open to all Will County Soybean Growers, Corn Growers, and Farm Bureau farmer members. There is…
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Be Aware of Animals Infected with Rabies
The Will County Health Department and the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) remind the public to be aware of the potential for exposure to rabies from infected animals. A rabid bat was recently detected in Elwood. Bats are the most common source of potential rabies infection in Illinois, and exposures from bats tend to…
Will County and Health Department Collaborate to Expand TB Testing
The Will County Health Department and Will County’s Sunny Hill Tuberculosis Clinic announced a new collaboration to expand Tuberculosis (TB) testing availability to Will County residents. The expanded testing services now are available at the Will County Health Department’s branch offices in Monee and Bolingbrook, along with the existing Joliet location at the Will County…
Sanner Sentenced in 2021 Fatal Crest Hill Traffic Crash
Will County State’s Attorney James Glasgow announced Dakea Sanner, 29, of Crest Hill, has been sentenced to six years in prison for Aggravated Driving Under the Influence (a Class 2 felony), causing a fatal crash that resulted in the death of Martin Velemir in 2021. Sanner pled guilty recently and was sentenced by Circuit Judge…
Free Book Reuse and Recycling Event May 31 – June 2
The Will County Resource Recovery and Energy (RRE) Division will host its annual three-day book event from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday, May 31, and Saturday-Sunday, June 1-2, at Joliet Park District’s Pilcher Park Nature Center, 2501 Highland Park Drive. “This popular event helps promote responsible recycling and reuse of books,” said County…
Will County Workforce Services Division Holding Job Fair
The Workforce Services Division will host a Job Fair from 1 to 4 p.m., on May 29, at the Lockport Township Building, 1463 Farrell Road. The event is free and open to the public. “I invite anyone looking for a new career opportunity or interested in learning more about different professions to attend this event,”…
County Board Votes to Halt Land Purchases for 143rd Street Expansion
By Stephen Nelson At their Thursday, May 16, meeting and by the slimmest of margins, the Will County Board voted to direct the Will County Division of Transportation to cease moving forward with solicitation for purchase and the purchase of property for the 143rd Street Expansion Project near Homer Glen. This action came after the…
Frankfort Mayor, Silver Cross Interim President/CEO Join Children’s Advocacy Center Board
Will County State’s Attorney James Glasgow announced the Will County Children’s Advocacy Center, founded by Glasgow in 1995, unanimously has approved the appointments of Frankfort Mayor Keith Ogle and Interim President/CEO of Silver Cross Hospital Michael Mutterer to the CAC Board of Directors. The nominations were approved by the board at its April meeting. “Mayor…
Rev-Up Summer at Tractor Discovery Day!
Get ready for an exciting journey into America’s farming past at Tractor Discovery Day, on June 15, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Tractor Supply Co., 2161 E Laraway Road in New Lenox. Join the Will County Threshermen’s Association (WCTA) for a fascinating exploration of vintage tractors that will ignite your passion for agriculture.…
Will County – Sharefest Hosting Free Food Giveaway May 25
Will County Executive Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant and ShareFest Will County will host a free food giveaway event on Saturday, May 25, from 9 a.m. until noon, or while supplies last, at the Will County Office Building, 302 N. Chicago Street, Joliet. “This event is open to anyone in need of assistance with fresh food and groceries,”…
JJC Foundation Receives Six-Figure Endowment from Alumna, Newbery Medal Winning-Author
The Joliet Junior College (JJC) Foundation has received a six-figure endowment gift from alumna and Newbery Medal Award winning-author Phyllis Reynolds Naylor. The donation will create the Phyllis Reynolds Naylor Endowed Scholarship at JJC and support students pursuing their education and personal development. Phyllis Reynolds Naylor Naylor is a 1953 alumna, long-time JJC donor, and…
Will County Board to Hold Special Meeting May 21
The Will County Board will hold a special meeting to discuss salary increases for county board members and the countywide elected officials whose salary is set by the board. The meeting was scheduled by County Board Chairman Judy Ogalla, after receiving requests from several of the board members and elected officials to increase salaries. The…
ROE Recognizes Outstanding Talent in Art Contest Scholarship
The Will County Regional Office of Education is pleased to announce winners of its inaugural Art Contest Scholarship, showcasing the remarkable creativity and talent of students across the region. In its first year, the contest is a platform for young artists to showcase their skills and imagination, with the possibility of receiving a scholarship. Organizers…