Still Time to Purchase Rotary’s Jigsaw Puzzle

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Do you have cabin fever or perhaps need a gift? The Bradley-Bourbonnais Rotary Club is selling a limited edition jigsaw puzzle, and there are only a few left for purchase! The 504-piece puzzle, when completed, will measure 16″ x 20.”

Puzzles may be purchased from any BB Rotarian and also are available at the Kankakee County Convention and Visitor’s Bureau Retail Store, Stefari’s Café, Joy’s Hallmark, Rubber Rose Books and Prints, and the Kankakee County Museum. Retail price is $29.95, plus tax, where applicable.


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Kankakee Police Accepting Applications for Citizens Police Academy

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Spread the loveThe City of Kankakee Police Department is thrilled to announce the launch of the Citizen Police Academy, an engaging program designed to foster a better understanding between our community and the dedicated men and women who serve and protect. Chief Christopher Kidwell stated: “The Citizen Police Academy is an invaluable opportunity for residents…


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Upcoming Programs at Kankakee Public Library

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Spread the loveKankakee Public Library, 201 E. Merchant Street, recently announced its upcoming programs. Free Puzzle Exchange Launches at Library: The library recently launched a free puzzle exchange, which is located on the third floor and is available to the public during regular library hours. No library card is required, and donations also are welcome…


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Seeking Entries for Annual ‘Brave, Bold, Believed Art Show’

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Spread the loveClove Alliance is seeking submissions for its fourth annual “Brave, Bold and Believed Art Show,” an evening to celebrate and honor the journey of survivors and their efforts to end sexual violence. Artists are encouraged to create an original design in keeping with the themes of empowerment, strength, resilience, and survivorship. Students in…


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Gotion Holding Job Fair at KCC February 10

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Spread the loveOn Saturday, February 10, Gotion, Inc., will hold a job fair to recruit workers for the electric vehicle battery manufacturing plant to be located in Manteno. The event will be held from 10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., in the Iroquois Room, Room D152, at Kankakee Community College’s Riverfront Campus, 100 College Drive in…


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Rep. Haas Celebrates IBHE Grants for Olivet Nazarene University

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Spread the loveFollowing the announcement of the recipients for this year’s Independent Colleges Capital Investment Grant Program, State Rep. Jackie Haas released the following statement: “I am delighted Olivet Nazarene University in Bourbonnais is receiving more than $10 million in grant funding from the Independent College Capital Investment Grant Program,” said Rep. Haas. “Olivet Nazarene…


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Rebuilding Illinois Key Part of Manufacturing Caucus Agenda

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Spread the loveOur hard work to Rebuild Illinois is paying off, and I am excited to be part of a new group that will create more opportunities for our families and communities to grow and succeed. I recently was named one-of-four leaders in the Legislature of the new Illinois Manufacturing Caucus. This group will partner…


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Kankakee Public Library February Events and Programs

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Spread the loveHere are the February programs and events scheduled at the Kankakee Public Library, 201 E. Merchant Street. For more information on upcoming events, check out the library’s Facebook page, visit lions-online.org, or call 815-939-4564. “Creating Tablescapes:” The Kankakee Kultivators Garden Club will host their monthly free presentation at the library on Thursday, February…


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Ash Wednesday Services

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Spread the loveAsh Wednesday is February 14, marking the beginning of the Christian season of Lent –  a 40-day period of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving. St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church, 511 N. Conrad Street in Peotone, will celebrate Mass with distribution of ashes on February 14 at 7:15 a.m. and 7:15 p.m. A Liturgy…


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Relay for Life Kankakee County Kick-off March 18

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Spread the loveAmerican Cancer Society’s Relay for Life of Kankakee County kicks-off to help end cancer at its 29th annual event on March 18 at Bourbonnais Municipal Center. Although the American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Kankakee County, presented by Riverside Healthcare, is not until June 8, work is beginning now to build the…


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Underground Railroad, Genealogy Upcoming Topics at Library

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Spread the loveHidden Messages in Negro Spirituals on the Underground Railroad: The Kankakee Public Library, 201 E. Merchant Street, welcomes Illinois Road Scholar Connie Martin, who will speak on “Hidden Messages in Negro Spirituals on the Underground Railroad.” The free program will be held on Thursday, February 1, at 6:30 p.m. Ms. Martin will share…


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Boil Advisory Guidance for Food Establishments

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Spread the loveA boil advisory has been issued for areas of Kankakee County, including Kankakee, Bradley, Bourbonnais, Grant Park, Manteno, Aroma Park, Limestone, University Park, and Green Garden. Guidelines for Food Establishments: When a boil water advisory is issued that affects a food service establishment and the local health department does not indicate food service…


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A Boil Advisory Issued for Kankakee County

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Spread the loveA boil advisory has been issued for areas of Kankakee County, including Kankakee, Bradley, Bourbonnais, Grant Park, Manteno, Aroma Park, Limestone, University Park, and Green Garden. A “Boil Advisory” is a notice issued to water consumers to boil all drinking and culinary water for at least five minutes before use. A boil advisory…


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Frankie’s Pizzeria January Local Business Spotlight

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Spread the loveFor her January local business spotlight, State Rep. Jackie Haas recognized Frankie’s Pizzeria in Monee. Rep. Haas spent time touring the business and presented the owner with a certificate of appreciation for their contributions to the community. “This month, we are honored to recognize Frankie’s Pizzeria in Monee because of their incredible employees…


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Legion Fish Fry February 10

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Spread the loveMark your calendars for Saturday, February 10, when Peotone American Legion Post 392 will host their monthly fish fry, from 4:30 – 6:30 p.m., or sold out, at 109 E. North Street in Peotone. Tickets for the all-you-can-eat perch or catfish dinner are $15 and include French fries, cole slaw, bread, and butter.…


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Manteno Ice Rink Now Open

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Spread the loveEven though temperatures were still way below normal this weekend, Josh Allum and Dan Osmolski, both from Peotone,  made their way down to the ice rink at Legacy Park to hone their hockey skills. Look for the rink to have many more skaters as temperatures rise this week.   Spread the love


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