National Honor Society Toy Drive/Food Collection

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Peotone High School’s National Honor Society is holding a toy drive, plus is accepting canned and boxed food donations, through December 9, with all proceeds going to Helping Hands Food Pantry. A table will be set up for donations during the 7 p.m. junior high boys’ basketball game on December 6, plus the junior high girls’ game on December 8.

For those who are not able to make the games, there is a box located by the front office at Peotone High School.


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Illinois teacher shortage persists, survey finds
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Family Tree Story/Craft Time with Kathy Gates

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Spread the loveThe Kankakee County Museum, 801 South Eighth Avenue in Kankakee, is excited to host this new opportunity featuring local children’s book author Kathy Gates, for an hour-long program that includes a book reading and keepsake activity. During the story and craft hour, children will learn the importance of one’s family tree and that…


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KPL Hosting Amy Kemp Interview, Book Signing

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Spread the loveJoin us at the Kankakee Public Library, 201 E. Merchant Street, as author Amy Kemp shares her new book, “I See You: A Guide for Women to Make More, Have More, and Be More – Without More Work,” in an interview with local business leader and long-time Kankakee resident JaHana Holloway. The event…


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PJHS’s Jonah Young Takes First in State!

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Spread the loveRecently, Blue Devil and PJHS student Jonah Young took his place at the top of the podium after taking first place in the 119-pound weight class at the IESA Wrestling Tourney. The state tourney was held at the NIU Convocation Center in DeKalb March 8 and 9. Jonah finished his seventh grade season…


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Peotone Library News

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Spread the loveThe library will close early, at 3 p.m., on Friday, March 29. Mark your calendars for the Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale – Thursday, April 18, Friday, April 19, and Saturday, April 20. Interested in the Homebound Delivery Program? Contact the Adult Services Department for more information and guidelines. Youth Services…


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PHS Unified Basketball Game Provides Big Win for Students, Honors Seniors!

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Spread the loveRecently Peotone High School held its annual Unified Basketball Game, with the students trouncing the high school staff, 60-29. In addition to taking home a very lopsided win, it also was a time to honor seniors Jack Klawitter and Ethan Ferrier. Ethan Ferrier is the son of Tara and Matthew Ferrier and a…


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Library Hosting Illinois Storm Chasers

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Spread the loveExplore extreme weather with the Illinois Storm Chasers on Wednesday, April 3, at 6 p.m., at the Kankakee Public Library, 201 E. Merchant Street. This dynamic free presentation will cover storm chasing, severe weather, local climatology, past tornadic events, and preparedness. There also will be a Q&A session at the end. This team…


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Christ Community Church Hosting Ladies, Girls Tea April 20

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Spread the loveChrist Community Church in Peotone will host Daughters of the King Ladies and Girls Tea on Saturday, April 20, from 1-3 p.m., at 103 W. Corning Avenue. Tickets are $15 for ages 13 through adult, $10 for ages five-12, and free for girls ages four and under. The purpose of the event is…


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Register for Springfest 5K Run/1.5 Mile Walk

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Spread the loveArea residents are invited to register for the Kankakee River Running Club’s Spring 5K Run/1.5 Mile Walk, on Saturday, April 13, beginning and ending at Manteno American Legion Post, 117. N. Walnut. Opening ceremonies are at 8:40 a.m. and include the playing of the “National Anthem” and Posting of Colors by Boy Scout…


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‘Brave, Bold, and Believed’ Art Show Holding Opening Night

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Spread the loveJoin Clove Alliance for the opening night of its fourth annual Brave, Bold, and Believed Art Show, as they celebrate and honor survivors’ journeys, as well as their efforts to end sexual violence. Opening night will be held on Thursday, April 4, from 4:30 -6:30 p.m., at the Kankakee County Museum. The evening…


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Semi-Annual Craft Show at Veteran’s Home May 3-4

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Spread the loveMark your calendars now for the semi-annual Manteno Illinois Veterans’ Home Craft Show on Friday and Saturday, May 3 – 4, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., in Veterans Hall at the home. There will be craft and décor items for all seasons, patriotic, beach, and holiday items, wreaths, garden and yard décor,…


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Riccardo Autorino, MD, PhD, Joins Riverside Urology Specialists

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Spread the loveRiverside Healthcare is pleased to welcome board-certified urologist Riccardo Autorino, MD, PhD. Dr. Autorino brings more than 20 years of experience to Riverside’s team of urology specialists, who treat a variety of urologic conditions, including prostate, kidney, and bladder cancer, kidney and bladder stones, benign prostatic hyperplasia, and more. He completed his Doctor…


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Manhattan FPD swore in eight new full time firefighters on March 5. –Photo courtesy the Manhattan FPD & JLT Photography.

Manhattan FPD Swore in Eight Full-Time, Two Part-Time Firefighters

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Spread the loveOn Tuesday, March 5, the Manhattan Fire Protection District proudly swore in eight full-time and two part-time firefighters, after they each completed one year of probation! Congratulations to full-time firefighters Lou Helis, Thomas Kerrigan, John Marek, Kadin Phelon, John Slattery, Shaun Stapinski, Jacob Walsh, and Troy White, plus part-time firefighters Ryan Bernabei and…


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‘Mess of Feelings’ Workshop March 16

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Spread the loveA Mess of Feelings Workshop will be held on Saturday, March 16, from 10 – 11:30 a.m., at the Grief Center, 3115 N. 1000 West Road, Bourbonnais.  This workshop will give grieving individuals and families the chance to understand how messy feelings related to grief can be. UpliftedCare’s grief counselor will walk attendees…


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Kankakee Cultivators to Meet March 14

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Spread the loveReady to get the yard and garden ready for spring? Join the Kankakee Kultivators Garden Club on Thursday, March 14, to learn more about pruning and shrub care, with guest speaker Nancy Addison. The program will be held at 1 p.m., in the third floor meeting room, at Kankakee Public Library. The Kankakee…


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Young, Gall Advance to IESA Championships

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Spread the loveOn Saturday, March 2, Peotone Junior High School had two wrestlers on the podium at the IESA Sectional Tournament at Central Junior High School in East Peoria. Jonah Young (119) not only has had an undefeated season for PJHS but also took home the championship title at Sectionals. Emerson Gall (135) took the…


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