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Sen. Joyce: Modernizing Thinking, Technology to Power Future
Creating public policy requires constantly adapting what we have done before to what we need to do today and for tomorrow. Sometimes, that means rethinking a position that can hit close to home. Since 1987, Illinois has had in place a moratorium on additional construction of nuclear power generation facilities. Concerns about the hazards of…
Monee Police Blotter: November 20 – 21
November 20, at approximately 6:20 p.m., Monee Police responded for a report of a subject at the Pilot Travel Center who was battered at the truck gas lane. The victim said he pumped gas, went inside Pilot to get Mc Donald’s. When he came back to his commercial truck, a Black male (offender) yelled “hey…
It Was a Banner Year in Monee
By Karen Haave As the Village of Monee approaches its 150th birthday in 2024, it has marked a banner year in 2023, according to the annual State of the Village address. In giving the summary, Monee Mayor Therese Bogs said village finances are enviable, infrastructure improvements are underway, new programs – like the property tax…
Crete Country Christmas is Coming to Town This Weekend!
Organizers have so much in store for the community at the Crete Country Christmas, December 1 – 3, and hope you’ll join them to celebrate the season. It seems there’s something for everyone – young and old, including a Grinch 5K, Breakfast with the Grinch, Santa visits, a Cocoa and Cookie Crawl, Holiday House Walk,…
‘Step Back into a 1950s Christmas and Hanukkah’
Plus 75th Anniversary of Park Forest exhibits at the 1950s Park Forest House Museum. The 1950s Park Forest House Museum, 227 Monee Road, Park Forest, in St. Mary’s Catholic Church, invites you to “Step Back into a 1950s Christmas and Hanukkah,” which will be open from November 29, through January 3. Also available to view…
Monee Police Blotter: November 14 – 19
November 14, at approximately 5:15 a.m., officers responded to the intersection of W. Monee-Manhattan Road and S. Ridgeland Avenue for an accident with injuries. Ariyonna L. Pernell, 20, of Homewood, was cited for following too closely and driving while license suspended. Pernell was bonded and released. November 14, at approximately 8 p.m., officers responded to…
Helping Hands Seeking Donations for Christmas Holiday Meals
Helping Hands Food Pantry, the local pantry serving 650 people per month in need of assistance, still is seeking the community’s help in providing approximately 90 holiday meals during Christmas. This organization, composed of volunteers from various churches and the community, provides basic essentials twice each month to approximately 80-90 households. For every $1 the…
Helping Hands Food Pantry
Helping Hands Food Pantry will be open to all area residents (including senior citizens and adults both with or without children who reside within the boundaries of the Peotone School District and are in need of food assistance) on Wednesdays, December 6 and 20, from 1 to 5:30 p.m., at the Community Presbyterian Mission Building…
‘Miracle on 8th – a Kris Kringle Market’ December 9
The Community Arts Council of Kankakee County and the Kankakee County Historical Society are excited to bring the community a magical experience this holiday season! Mark your calendars for “Miracle on 8th: A Kris Kringle Market” being held on Saturday, December 9, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., on the museum grounds, 801 S. Eighth…
Monee Police Blotter: November 4 – 11
Disclaimer: Charges against each defendant are merely an accusation, with all defendants presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law. November 4, at 12:39 a.m., officers were dispatched to the Amazon Warehouse, 6605 W. Monee-Manhattan Road, in reference to a theft. Upon their arrival, they were met by the loss prevention officer and…
A Veterans Day to Remember in Monee
By Karen Haave Monee’s Veterans Day Ceremony celebrated not only our nation’s military heroes, but others who provide essential day-to-day services, as well. Leading the annual program at the Veterans Memorial Park, on the grounds of the village hall, Monee American Legion Commander David Batzek said, “We thank our military past and present as they…
Wreaths Across America
By Karen Haave The Sauk Trail Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution is sponsoring its annual Wreaths Across America sale this month. Volunteers will place them on gravesites of American military veterans buried in St. Paul Cemetery in Monee during a ceremony on December 16. The program this year is themed Serve and…
Thanksgiving Early in Monee
Monee’s Provision Lab, Inc., distributed 500 Turkey Dinners Saturday morning to help area families get a jump on Thanksgiving. Organizers sent “a big thanks to the Village of Monee, Amazon, Northern Illinois Food Bank, the GSU Soccer team, and Monee’s amazing Emergency Management team!” Mayor Therese Bogs and Trustee John Henson also were there to…
State Report Cards Reveal Chronic Absenteeism a Concern
By Andrea Arens The state report cards were released this week and, while there were gains in academic achievement, it revealed the state still has a chronic absenteeism issue. Pre-pandemic absenteeism was at 17.5 percent. Currently, the rate is 28.7 percent, which is down slightly from last year’s 30 percent. Illinois state superintendent Tony Sanders…
Lighting of the Green: Frankfort’s Most Anticipated Holiday Tradition Returns
It’s that time of year when the Village of Frankfort welcomes the community to come together to kick-off the holiday season in grand style. The annual Lighting of the Green promises to be a remarkable event, filled with festive lights, music, and the cheerful spirit of the holidays. This season’s Lighting of the Green…
Haas Promotes Early Detection for Breast Cancer Awareness Month
With October being Breast Cancer Awareness Month, House Assistant Minority Leader Jackie Haas is promoting early detection of breast cancer and screenings for women and men. According to the Illinois Comprehensive Cancer Control Plan for 2022 to 2027, breast cancer is the most common cancer in women and is the second leading cause of cancer…
Monee Police Blotter: October 9 – 14
October 9, at approximately 5:45 p.m., a traffic stop on Monee-Manhattan Road resulted in the arrest of Kenneth A. Zavoral, 45, of Midlothian. Zavoral was stopped for driving with expired/invalid registration, with further investigation revealing other arrestable violations. K9 “Cap” was walked around the vehicle for an open-air sniff for narcotics that possibly were located…
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Will County Hosting Virtual Open Houses on Long Range Transportation Plan
The Will County Division of Transportation (WCDOT) will host two virtual open houses to gather feedback on the future of transportation priorities in Will County. The feedback will be incorporated in the ongoing “Our Way Forward 2050 Long Range Transportation Plan,” which will guide the next 25 years of county-wide infrastructure projects. “This is a…
Forest Preserve’s Site Hosts February 3 Wedding Open House
When Bailey Testerman was first scouting out wedding venues, the bride-to-be said she was looking for a site that was as “green” as possible. “The health of our planet is incredibly important to me…,” she said. “I wanted to reduce the environmental impact of our wedding as much as possible. Choosing an environmentally conscious venue…
Will County Emergency Management Agency Issues Update on Flash Flooding in Wilmington
The Will County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) and City of Wilmington officials responded to flash flooding in downtown Wilmington on the evening of January 25. The flooding occurred suddenly on the North and South Islands, due to rapidly increasing water levels on the Kankakee River. Will County EMA issued a mass notification message to residents,…
Will County EMAgency Issues Update on Kankakee River Conditions
Launches public reporting survey to assess residential and business property damage. The Will County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) is reporting a significant reduction in water levels on the Kankakee River, as most ice jams have cleared between the City of Wilmington and the Des Plaines River confluence. Following the expiration of a Flash Flood Warning…
January News from the Species Threat Abatement and Restoration Team
A Message from Caroline Wade, STAR Executive Director… Happy New Year from the Species Threat Abatement and Restoration (STAR) team! The year is flying by as we continue to ramp up and prepare for the launch of enrollment later this spring. It will be an exciting year with the development of a new, enhanced version…
Desiderio Chosen as the Deputy City Manager
Joliet City Manager Beth Beatty recently announced she has chosen City Clerk Christa M. Desiderio to be her new Deputy City Manager. Christa has been Joliet’s City Clerk for the past 12 years and has more than 23 years of municipal government experience. “Christa is the best choice to help me in managing our city…
Will County EMA Issues Update on Wilmington Flash Flooding
Kankakee River Update: January 27 A significant reduction in water levels has been reported on the Kankakee River, as most ice jams have cleared between the City of Wilmington and the Des Plaines River confluence. Water levels were recorded at 6.89 feet at 10:45 a.m. on Saturday, January 27. The National Weather Service has expired…
Will County EMA Issues Update on Flash Flooding in Wilmington
January 26 Kankakee River Update: The ice jams have cleared on the river, but water levels remain high, and a Flash Flood Warning remains in effect. Rt. 53 currently is open to traffic, but this is subject to change dependent on river conditions. Residents still are urged to monitor conditions and be cautious about possible…
Will County EMA Issues Wilmington Flash Flooding Update
The Will County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) and City of Wilmington officials responded to flash flooding in downtown Wilmington on the evening of January 25. The flooding occurred suddenly on the North and South Islands, due to rapidly increasing water levels on the Kankakee River. Will County EMA issued a mass notification message to residents,…
Flash Flood Warning Issued for Southwestern Will County
The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Flash Flood Warning for southwestern Will County, with an elevated risk of flooding along the Kankakee River. The Will County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) is anticipating an imminent break-up of the Kankakee River ice jam, which will create increased flood conditions from the City of Wilmington to…
Frankfort Township to Be Site of Will County Branch Court
By Stephen Nelson The Will County Board at its January 18 meeting passed a resolution establishing a Branch Court in Frankfort Township. The resolution reads: “WHEREAS, the Circuit Court of the Twelfth Judicial Circuit, Will County, Illinois, is in need of a branch Court to hear minor traffic and ordinance violations cases for various municipalities…
Will County Announces Full Opening of Warm Water Siphon into Kankakee River
Decision follows a declaration of a State of Emergency by County Executive Bertino-Tarrant. WILL COUNTY – The Will County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) has coordinated with Constellation Energy to activate all three siphons of warm water from the Dresden Energy Center cooling lake to accelerate the melting of ice on the Kankakee River. This decision…