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Peotone FFA Receives $5,000 Bayer Fund Donation
Spread the loveLocal farmer Grant Heatherwick recently directed a $5,000 Bayer Fund America’s Farmers Grow Communities donation to Peotone FFA, with the funds used to help expand student SAE’s (Supervised Ag Experience), also known as record books. “Donations like this help the program do exactly what it was intended to do, which is to provide…
Peotone Library News
Spread the loveThe Summer Reading Program “Oceans of Possibilities” registration for kids and teens began June 1, with the program running through July 30. Adult SRP also began June 1 and runs through August 31. Thank you to all the sponsors, including: The Friends of the Peotone Public Library, Berkot’s, Brian’s Place, Tony’s Pizza, the…
Monee Police Blotter: May 8 – 15
Spread the loveMay 8, at approximately 6:30 p.m., a traffic stop for no front registration plate, led to the arrest of Crystal D. Hurrins, 27, of Richton Park. Hurrins had an active warrant issued by the Winnebago County Sheriff’s Office for failure to appear in court $10,000, 10 percent to apply. Hurrins posted the required…
PHS Names Five Co-Valedictorians!
Spread the loveThe Peotone High School Class of 2022 graduation ceremony will be held this Saturday, May 28, at noon, at the high school. Honored speakers are the class’ five co-valedictorians, including: Brooklynn Cavitt, daughter of Emily Donovan of Peotone; Emma Coffey, daughter of Susan and Michael Coffey – Monee; Brock Krska, son of Rich…
Mother’s Day Display at Village Woods
Spread the loveIn honor of Mother’s Day, Village Woods Retirement and Assisted Living erected a display honoring the women who live at Village Woods. The display features the hands of the woman and the following words: These Hands… These hands represent the 55 ladies who call Village Woods home. They represent more than 4,865 years…
Joyce: Small Businesses Receive Nearly $4M Direct Assistance
Spread the loveMore than 125 businesses in Kankakee, Will, and southern Cook Counties were awarded nearly $4 million in funding from the Back to Business program, thanks to advocacy and support from State Senator Patrick Joyce. “This is good for our small business community and will help boost our local economy,” said Joyce. “I will…
Monee Police Blotter: May 4 – 8
Spread the loveMay 4, at approximately 6 p.m., a traffic stop led to the arrest of Arsemia Strong, 28, of Richton Park, for driving while suspended. She could not produce proof of insurance or valid registration, had expired registration, and was speeding. Strong was processed and released. May 6, at approximately 7 a.m., officers responded…
A.N. Webber Supporting I’ve Got Your Six 5K
Spread the loveA.N. Webber is proud to be the Title Sponsor of the inaugural I’ve Got your Six 5K. Todd Perzee, president of A.N. Webber, explained the reason A.N. Webber felt compelled to sponsor this event. “We wanted to let the public know we stand with and support the law enforcement community. They provide protection…
Monee Village Board Approves Pay Hikes Before Budget
Spread the loveBy Karen Haave Monee’s Fiscal Year 2023 budget hasn’t been finalized yet, but salaries for village staff – some 10 percent – already have been locked in. The board of trustees unanimously approved the pay hikes, without discussion, following an executive session last month. Typically, Monee salaries are announced and approved by the…
Monee Police Blotter: April 27 – May 2
Spread the loveApril 27, at approximately noon, officers met with Amazon Loss Prevention and took Desean Favor, 31, of Glenwood, into custody for theft. He was processed and bonded. April 27, at approximately 9:30 p.m., a traffic stop led to the arrest of Keyaira Cox, 21, of Glenwood, for driving while suspended. She also could…
32nd Annual Rhubarb Festival May 22
Spread the loveMark your calendars now for the 32nd annual Rhubarb Festival, Sunday, May 22, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Kankakee County Museum at Small Memorial Park, 801 South Eighth Avenue, Kankakee. Organizers are asking residents to join them to kick-off spring at the museum. Vendors will fill the museum grounds, as…
NAWBL Wheelchair Basketball World Championship Coming to Chicago Southland
Spread the loveThe Lincolnway Special Recreation Association (LWSRA), visionaries in creating and implementing adaptive programming for people with disabilities, has been selected to host the 2022 National Wheelchair Basketball Association League (NAWBL) World Championship tournament at Lincoln-Way North High School in Frankfort, May 12-14. “LWSRA is humbled by the opportunity to host such an important…
Monee Village Board Discusses Budget
Spread the loveBy Karen Haave Monee officials continue to discuss the village’s Fiscal Year 2023 budget, which includes numerous potential improvement projects, including a new building to house the police department. Property already has been purchased for the new building, but according to Village Administrator Ruben Bautista, actual construction could be some years away. “That…
Book Presentation Successfully Discusses Thought-Provoking Topic
Spread the lovePeotone High School Book Club, sponsored by Library Media Specialist Sheri Schubbe, welcomed award-winning author Liza Wiemer to the high school on Wednesday, April 27. Weimer gave four presentations throughout the day to students, staff, four area high school book clubs, including Wilmington, Herscher, Coal City, and Reed Custer, as well as several…
