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Weekly Farmers Markets
Spread the loveThis week at the local Farmers Markets: Beecher – Saturday, July 13, from 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Peace Lutheran Church, 540 Oak Park Avenue; Peotone – Market in the Park, Tuesday, July 9, from 4-8 p.m., Peotone Park; Crete – Mondays, from 4-8 p.m., at Main and Exchange, held in conjunction with Classic Car…
Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care Offers Treatment to ALS Patients, Families
Spread the loveProgram sees 2,400 percent census increase during past seven years. June is National Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness month, and the ALS Association estimates the number of people living with ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis) in the United States to be more than 30,000. This number fluctuates daily because every 90 minutes someone is diagnosed…
Will County to Hold Healthy Lifestyle Pop-Up Event June 21
Spread the loveA “Healthy Lifestyle Event” will be held in Joliet to provide produce, vegetables, and healthcare resources on Friday, June 21, at All Nation Church of God, 507 Water Street. Will County Executive Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant is partnering with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, the Will County Health Department and Community Health Center,…
Weekly Farmers Markets
Spread the loveThis week at the Local Farmers Markets: Beecher – Saturday, June 22 and July 13, from 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Peace Lutheran Church, 540 Oak Park Avenue; Peotone – Market in the Park, Tuesday, July 9, from 4-8 p.m., Peotone Park; Crete – Mondays, from 4-8 p.m., at Main and Exchange, held in conjunction…
Frankfort Enhances Community Safety with Advanced Communication System
Spread the loveThe Village of Frankfort, together with the Frankfort Police Department, announce the implementation of the Everbridge communication system, a state-of-the-art communication platform designed to enhance connectivity between local authorities and the residents and businesses of our community. Like Nixle, this innovative system will serve as a vital tool for disseminating timely updates on…
Lightways Hospice/Serious Illness Care Helps Community Understand Advance Care Planning
Spread the loveGrant project funded by National Institutes of Health (NIH). Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care will join a nationwide project and host a community game event at Ascension Saint Joseph Hospital Wallin Conference Center, from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m., Monday, June 24, to engage communities in important conversations about medical decision making. The…
This Week at the Farmers Markets
Spread the loveThis week at the Local Farmers Markets: Beecher – Saturday, June 22, from 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Peace Lutheran Church, 540 Oak Park Avenue; Peotone – Market in the Park, Tuesday, June 18, from 4-8 p.m., Peotone Park; Crete – Mondays, from 4-8 p.m., at Main and Exchange, held in conjunction with Classic Car…
Will County Health Department Honors National Naloxone Awareness Day
Spread the loveThe Will County Health Department reminds residents of the availability of Naloxone, a lifesaving, opioid overdose reversing medication in honor of National Naloxone Awareness Day on June 6. “Naloxone saves lives,” said Dr. Kathleen Burke, program coordinator for Substance Use Initiatives at the Will County Health Department. “When an overdose occurs, giving someone…
201-U Hosts Will County Emergency Response Training
Spread the loveCrete-Monee School District 201-U, in collaboration with the Will County Emergency Management Agency and local first responders, conducted emergency response training activities at the Monee Education Center on May 22. The training provided an opportunity for first responders to practice public safety commands and telecommunications with dispatchers, focusing on real-life scenarios, including active…
Rep. Haas Launches Summer Reading Program
Spread the loveState Rep. Jackie Haas has launched her fourth annual summer reading program! Students from kindergarten to fifth grade can participate by reading 10 or more books before August 5. Books with more than 150 words count for two books. All students, who complete their summer reading, will receive an invitation to an ice…
DeLuca Votes Against Plan to Limit Ballot Choices
Spread the loveWanting voters to have more choices on their November ballot, State Rep. Anthony DeLuca released the following statement after voting no on a plan to remove the ability for political parties to “slate” Illinois General Assembly candidates if no representative candidate ran in the primary election. “It’s fair to debate whether or not…
Visit Chicago Southland President/CEO Jim Garrett Retiring
Spread the loveJim Garrett, president/CEO for Visit Chicago Southland since 1996 is retiring on June 30. As president/CEO, Garrett has overseen the administrative, marketing and sales operation for Visit Chicago Southland (formerly Chicago Southland Convention and Visitors Bureau), with the objective to generate overnight hotel stays by promoting the Chicago Southland region as a viable…
Ashley Toepper Named in ‘2024 Class of 20 Under 40’ for Mainstreet Organization of REALTORS
Spread the loveThe Mainstreet Organization of REALTORS recognized Ashley Toepper, with Exclusive Realtors at 207 N. Second Street in Peotone, as part of the organization’s “20 Under 40 Class of 2024.” Ashley was acknowledged as a REALTOR in the Chicagoland area for her outstanding commitment to her colleagues, clients, and communities. Ashley grew up in…
FHOF Honors Staff with Annual Awards
Spread the loveNurses, ancillary employees honored during Nurses Week. Franciscan Health Olympia Fields recognized the contributions of outstanding nurses and ancillary staff members with annual awards during national Nurses Week earlier this month. Cardiovascular Services Registered Nurse Wendy Durham received the Nurse of the Year Award. The Nurse Leader of the Year Award was presented…
Frankfort to Spend $10 Million on Roadway Maintenance
Spread the loveBy Stephen Nelson The Frankfort Village Board meeting on Monday, May 20, awarded a contract for the 2024 Roadway Maintenance Program. The Village’s Annual Budget for FY 2024/2025 allocates $10 million in the General Capital Development Fund for the 2024 Roadway Maintenance Program. Village staff conducted a field survey of village streets and…
