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Rep. Haas Joins Reps. Ugaste and La Ha Addressing Illinois Property Tax Crisis
Spread the loveRecently, State Rep. Jackie Haas joined State Representatives Dan Ugaste and Nicole La Ha for a press conference that addressed Illinois’ critical need for property tax relief. The representatives discussed the skyrocketing property tax bills that recently shocked families across the Chicagoland area. “I have received call after call and dozens of emails…
Blessing of Pets October 6
Spread the loveSt. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church, 511 N. Conrad, will celebrate the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi on Sunday, October 6, at 1 p.m., with a blessing of pets – both great and small. The blessing will be held near the west entrance of the church. Pet blessing services are a way…
Farmers Market End-of-Season Updates
Spread the loveTime is running out to visit local Farmers Markets: Beecher – Saturday, October 12, from 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Peace Lutheran Church, 540 Oak Park Avenue; Manhattan – Saturdays, through October, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Bothwell Farms, 13015 W. Smith Road, Manhattan; Monee: Every Saturday, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., The…
Monee Police Blotter: September 11 – 20
Spread the loveOn September 11, at approximately 5:15 p.m., a traffic stop resulted in the arrest of John Landing, 58, of Chicago. Landing was issued citations for operating a motor vehicle with suspended registration for non-insurance, operating an uninsured vehicle, and having no valid driver’s license that had expired more than one year. He was…
Fish Fry Season Begins at Peotone American Legion
Spread the loveMark your calendars: Peotone American Legion Post 392 invites the community to its first monthly fish fry of the season on Saturday, October 12, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., or until sold out, at the Post Home, 109 E. North Street. Tickets are all-you-can-eat, while dining in, perch or catfish, with French fries,…
EMA Volunteer Sworn in for a Proud Father Moment
Spread the loveBy Karen Haave Monee Village Trustee Michael Wilson had a proud dad moment recently when his son was sworn in as an Emergency Management Agency volunteer. Michael Wilson Jr., is just 19 years old and one of the youngest members of Monee EMA. His interest in EMA was unexpected, his father said. Wilson…
Rep. Haas Hosts Blood Drive October 2
Spread the loveState Rep. Jackie Haas is hosting a blood drive on Wednesday, October 2, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the Village of Monee Parks and Recreation Community Room, 5218 W. Court Street in Monee. “Donating blood is an excellent way to help out our local community,” said Rep. Haas. “That is why…
All Invited to St. Paul the Apostle Parish Listening Sessions
Spread the loveAs part of Phase 3 of the targeted restructuring process for the Diocese of Joliet, St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Parish, 511 N. Conrad Street, will be hosting two Parish Listening Sessions, during which important information will be shared, including the presentation of potential future scenarios. Feedback will be solicited, as well, so…
Annual Meeting September 29; ‘It’s Halloween at the House Museum’
Spread the lovePark Forest Historical Society will hold a program and annual meeting on Sunday, September 29, at 2:30 p.m., in Ryan Hall at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 227 Monee Road, Park Forest. The meeting and election of board members will be followed by a brief description of the refreshed website and a celebration of…
Historical Museum’s 10th Anniversary
Spread the loveThe Manhattan Historical Society invites area residents to come celebrate the only place keeping Manhattan history alive on October 5, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Enter the open house’s door prize giveaway and enjoy visiting with friends while having refreshments. A new large room exhibit will be opened for the event. The…
Ghost Stores on The Green: A Spooktacular Evening Awaits!
Spread the loveGet ready to have a ghoulishly good time as the Village of Frankfort and the Frankfort Public Library conjure up a night of spooky fun and magical enchantment at “Ghost Stories on the Green!” This fang-tastic Halloween event will take place on Friday, October 25, at Breidert Green, promising a frightfully boo-tiful time…
Joyce Applauds Educational Career Grants Funding
Spread the loveIn an effort to address the ongoing teacher shortage, State Sen. Patrick Joyce joined the Illinois State Board of Education in announcing $7.4 million in funding for grants to help prepare high school students for careers in education. “Teachers are assets to our children and schools,” said Joyce. “We need career and technical…
C-MHS Class of ’74 Holding 50th-Year Reunion This Weekend!
Spread the loveMembers of the Crete-Monee High School Class of 1974 are hosting their 50th-year reunion this weekend, September 27 – 29, with a Meet-and-Greet on Friday, September 27, at 6 p.m., at Lincoln Oaks in Crete. Saturday, September 28, the day begins at 10 a.m., with breakfast at Smokey Joe’s, followed by the Baseball…
Farmers Market Updates
Spread the loveTime is running out to visit local Farmers Markets: Beecher – Saturday, September 28 and October 12, from 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Peace Lutheran Church, 540 Oak Park Avenue; Manteno – Thursdays, from 4 to 7 p.m., Division and Main Streets, through September; Manhattan – Saturdays, through October, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.,…
Rep. Haas Hosting Veterans Lunch
Spread the loveState Rep. Jackie Haas will host an upcoming veterans lunch and meet-and-greet event on Wednesday, September 25, from noon to 2 p.m., at Project Headspace’s Office, 1292 W. Station Street in Kankakee. The event will give veterans an opportunity to ask questions of Rep. Haas and get answers to questions about resources for…
