Panthers Take Out Chicago Christian

Panther Macy Iwanus against Chicago Christian. Photo by Jim Piacentini.

Panther Macy Iwanus against Chicago Christian. Photo by Jim Piacentini.

By Dennis Bowling Manteno coach Josh Carlile’s triple threat of junior Alyssa Dralle, and sophomores Macy Iwanus, and Ava Peterson, each came out amped up. Chicago Christian was unable to contain them on May 16. In the circle, Dralle allowed one hit and fanned two batters. Iwanus, a first baseman, was 4-for-4, drove in 2…

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Joyce Law Helps Address Firefighter Shortage Beginning Next Year

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A new law led by State Sen. Patrick Joyce to help solve Illinois’ firefighter shortage will go into effect January 1. “Firefighters, both full-time and volunteer, are essential first responders, and we cannot afford to continue to see declining numbers in these positions,” said Joyce. “This law is a step in the right direction to……


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Rep. Haas Celebrates District 79 Library Grants

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Following the School District Library Grant program announcement made by Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias, State Rep. Jackie Haas released the following statement: “I am thrilled seven libraries in District 79 have been selected to receive grants through the Illinois Secretary of State Office’s School District Library Grant program,” said Rep. Haas. “Libraries are……


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Wreaths Across America Honors Heroes

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By Karen Haave Disappointing weather put a damper on the Wreaths Across America ceremony in Monee on Saturday morning, but nothing would prevent the annual remembrance of the community’s military heroes. Christi Holston, president of the Monee Historical Society and the St. Paul Cemetery, where the ceremony took place, gave the opening remarks. “Welcome and,……


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Asylum Seekers Arrive in the South Suburbs

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By Andrea Arens The City of Chicago passed an ordinance last week allowing the city to impound and fine the drivers of buses of migrants who do not receive a permit from the Chicago Department of Transportation. As a result, buses of migrants are arriving in the south suburbs, and plenty of other home rule……


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Rep. Haas Receives Illinois Osteopathic Medical Society Legislator of the Year Award

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Recently, State Rep. Jackie Haas received the Illinois Osteopathic Medical Society’s 2023 Legislator of the Year Award. “It is an honor to receive the Legislator of the Year Award from this organization,” said Rep. Haas. “The Illinois Osteopathic Medical Society does incredible work in advocating for Osteopathic Physicians and their patients. As a licensed clinical……


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Broadway Jewelry, Rare Coins December Local Business Spotlight

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For her December local business spotlight, State Rep. Jackie Haas chose to recognize Broadway Jewelry and Rare Coins in Bradley. Rep. Haas spent time touring the business and presented the owners with a certificate of appreciation for their contributions to the community. “This month, we are honored to recognize Broadway Jewelry and Rare Coins because……


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Dancing Through the Decades New Year’s Eve Gala

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Join the Kankakee County Historical Society as we “dance through the decades” and boogie into the new year! Attendees will go back in time to the year 1948 when South Pacific was selling out shows on Broadway, and Polaroid cameras filled the shelves of major stores! The opening act for the evening is the Jazz……


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“The Closet” Provides Manteno Students with Free, Everyday, Necessities

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By Madeleine Willis A spring closet clean out has opened the door for a community project at Manteno Community School District No. 5. In March of 2022 “The Closet” inside of MHS officially opened. Originally offering free toiletries, “The Closet ” has expanded into a thrift store for students at Manteno High School and, now,……


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Santa Letters from Mrs. Stolarek’s BES First Graders

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Recently, the first graders at Beecher Elementary took on a very special project and a most important one, too – the annual writing of letters to that jolly man at the North Pole. After reading some of the correspondence, we think you will agree it was a most important task. This week, The Vedette is……


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VEDETTE SPORTS REPORT

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By Jeff Vorva Old gym? New gym? It doesn’t seem to matter. The results are still the same. Beecher’s boys basketball team played in its old gym for a throwback game December 8 and came away with a lopsided 81-36 River Valley Conference win over Donovan. The Bobcats wore jerseys from 2012-13, and fans were……


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Manteno Woman’s Club Celebrates the Season

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The Manteno Woman’s Club held their December luncheon and meeting at the Manteno Sportsman’s Club on Wednesday, December 6, with Susan Turner serving as committee chairman of the holiday meeting. The guest speaker, Carol Snyder, provided a lovely and informative flower arranging demonstration, using seasonal colors and ornaments. In addition to fresh flowers, she used……


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Rep. Haas Receives Illinois CBHA Legislator of Year Award

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Recently, State Rep. Jackie Haas received the Community Behavioral Healthcare Association of Illinois (CBHA) 2023 Legislator of the Year Award. “I am truly honored to receive this award from such an incredible organization,” said Rep. Haas. “As a licensed clinical social worker with more than 30 years’ experience working in the community, I have been……


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Contentious Manteno Board Meeting Ends with I-2 Zoning Approval

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By Andrea Arens Hours of public comments led to the vote the room was packed for, ordinance 23-09 approving changing the zoning from I-1 light industrial to I-2 heavy industrial. It was approved, but not unanimously. Trustee Samuel Martin was the lone no vote. The Manteno Village Board Meeting, on Monday, December 4, was moved……


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Music, Ugly Sweaters, Hot Chocolate, Sinterklaas, Oh My!

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The Kankakee County Historical Society will host their annual ugly sweater and hot chocolate party on Friday, December 15, from 3 to 8 p.m.! Enjoy an evening of holiday cheer right in the middle of the Kankakee County Museum’s 45th Annual Gallery of Trees, 801 S. Eighth Avenue! This year’s ugly sweater party features Marcia’s……


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Riverside Named One of Illinois,’America’s Healthiest Employers

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Riverside ranked 20th in healthiest 100 workplaces in America. Health and wellness are vital to fostering a productive and resilient workforce, something Riverside Healthcare takes seriously. For its dedication to promoting employee health, Riverside was named one of the Healthiest 100 Workplaces in America, ranking 20th in the nation. Additionally, Riverside earned first place in……


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