Monee Honors CREW Award Recipients
“CREW stands for Credibility, Respect, Equality/Fellowship/Identity, and Work Commitment/Personal Performance.
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Outdoor Lighting Might Not be a Problem in Monee Anymore
Spread the loveBy Karen Haave Outdoor flood light displays won’t become a nuisance to Monee residents any time soon thanks to a village ordinance approved by the board of trustees last week. The ordinance is an amendment to Title 11, Chapter 7, Section 1 of the village code for outdoor lighting. Village Attorney Lawrence Gryczewski…
April 14 Native American Ministries Sunday
Spread the loveNative American Ministries Sunday is April 14 and will be celebrated at Grace Community United Methodist Church, 735 Main Street NW, in Bourbonnais. The authentic American Indian church service will begin at 9:45 a.m., with a “smudge” as one enters the church doors, led by the Dayspring Native American United Methodist Church from…
Federal Funding Secured to Reduce Eastern Will County Truck Congestion
Spread the loveU.S. Rep. Robin Kelly and Will County Executive Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant announced the approval of $500,000 in federal appropriations for the Eastern Will County Truck Routing Project. The project, aimed at reducing congestion in Eastern Will County, is part of the Fiscal Year 2024 government appropriations packaged approved by Congress and signed by President…
Be a Superhero for Families with Sick Children!
Spread the loveA Superhero 5K and two-mile walk will be held on Saturday, May 4, at 8 a.m., at Perry Farm in Bourbonnais. Cost is $30 for adults and $15 for children under 12 years. Costumes are encouraged. Registration and race information may be found at www.runforjoy.org. Register by April 13 to guarantee a race…
KPL Hosting ‘An Evening with Rodney Freeman’
Spread the loveLibrarian, archivist, filmmaker, and former Kankakee resident Rodney Freeman will be speaking at the Kankakee Public Library on Thursday, April 11, at 6 p.m. Freeman’s documentary “Are You a Librarian: The Untold Story of Black Librarians” is set for release in early 2025. Amidst the rising challenges of book banning and censorship, Freeman’s…
Monee Police Blotter: March 25 – 29
Spread the loveMarch 25, at approximately 10:10 a.m., Aja J. Moore, 24, of Flossmoor, was arrested in the 6100 block of Monee-Manhattan Road, for driving on a suspended driver’s license after being stopped for a traffic signal violation. Moore was processed and released with a notice to appear. March 25, at approximately 4:30 p.m., Russell…
USF Blood Drive April 23
Spread the loveThe 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 Tuesday, April 23, from 1 to 6 p.m., in the…
Here’s What’s Happening at the Park Forest Historical Society
Spread the loveThe Park Forest Historical Society cordially invites area residents to its Park Forest Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and Reception, on Sunday, April 14, at 3 p.m., in Freedom Hall, 410 Lakewood Boulevard, Park Forest. Please join us for this happy occasion. Congratulations to Sam Beber, Gregory C. Randall, Vernice Johnson-Warren, Betsy Williams,…
Legion Fish Fry
Spread the loveAt a Glance: Peotone American Legion Post 392 will host its monthly all-you-can-eat while dining in, fish fry on Saturday, April 13, from 4:30 to 6:30p.m. or until sold out. Tickets are $15 for either perch or catfish and include French fries, cole slaw, bread, and butter. Don’t forget delicious desserts, from the…
Monee Police Blotter: March 18 – 23
Spread the loveOn March 18, at approximately 8:50 p.m., Carzell L. Robertson, 31, of Blue Island, was arrested in the 6600 block of Monee-Manhattan Road, for driving on a suspended driver’s license after being stopped for expired registration. Robertson was processed and released on a notice to appear. On March 20, at approximately 11:40 p.m.,…
YWCA, The Grow Center, and Project SUN Present ‘LATE: A Love Story’
Spread the loveRachelle Zola, at 75 years old, is walking from Chicago to Montgomery, Alabama, to confront the pervasive realities of racism and amplify the voices of those who have been marginalized and silenced. Rachelle will perform her one-woman play, “LATE: A Love Story” and host a discussion about the stories she has to tell,…
Clove Alliance Hosts ‘Supporting Survivors with Disabilities’ Presentation
Spread the loveClove Alliance is proud to announce a one-day interactive presentation titled “Communication and Collaboration,” focused on supporting survivors of sexual violence with disabilities. This event, tailored to community professionals, will take place on Friday, April 19, from 8 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., at Kankakee Community College. Keynote speaker, Leanne Mull, MHA, co-director of…
When Legislation Becomes a Personal Commitment to Reform
Spread the loveAs State Senator, I advocate every day for the people I represent to address the problems affecting their families, their neighbors, their businesses, and schools. This month, I became an advocate for my family and many others like us, who deserve better health care insurance coverage. I couldn’t help but tear up a…
Dartball Making a Comeback; Local Team Crowned Champions
Spread the loveBy Karen Haave Longtime residents of Eastern Will County remember the days of Dartball and its tournaments. More than a game, it was a tradition, but it was lost over the years. It’s back now, and St. Paul’s UCC team in Monee are the newly crowned champions. Not bad for a team that…
Monee Water Main Improvement Project Bids Approved
Spread the loveBy Karen Haave Construction bids for Monee’s water main improvement project and the new Department of Public Works facility were approved by the board of trustees on March 13. The bids approved for both projects were significantly lower than totals budgeted by the board last month. Village Administrator Ruben Bautista said during the…