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Elwood Fire District Honors Its Own Norm
By Stephanie Irvine The Elwood Fire Protection District dedicated its soon-to-be-constructed training facility to Elwood resident Norman Fanning, whose admirable…
Freaky Friday Dust Storm
Kyle McGraw shares this photo of the approaching dust storm that canceled the Manhattan Celtics 9U League practice Friday evening.…
Vintage Tractor Fundraiser Set for June 7
The Will County Threshermen’s Association (WCTA) is proud to announce its annual Vintage Tractor Drive Fundraiser, taking place on Saturday,…
Manhattan — Veterans Part of the Fabric of the Community
By Stephanie Irvine There was no shortage of veterans to honor at the “I Honor” Hometown Heroes banner ceremony on…
The Landing Pad Clear for Visitors
The Landing Pad, Wilmington’s newest Route 66 attraction, officially opened its doors recently with a festive ribbon cutting ceremony. Located…
Brandon Road Carp Project Back On
Gov. JB Pritzker announced that the State of Illinois received the necessary assurances from the federal government to move toward…
Wedding Bells to Ring at Elwood’s Hydrangea House
By Stephanie Irvine It’s been one year since the Elwood Children’s Garden volunteers planted around the grounds of the freshly…
9U Practice Turns into Dust Bowl
Kyle McGraw shares this photo of the approaching dust storm that canceled the Manhattan Celtics 9U League practice Friday evening.
Blessings for a Fruitful Season
Manhattan farmer Dave Kestel hosted the annual Mass for Fruits of the Earth early May 3 through St. Joseph Parish…
Governor’s office cuts revenue projection by $500M in latest downward estimate
Capitol News Illinois SPRINGFIELD — Gov. JB Pritzker’s office is now projecting state revenues to come in about a half-billion…
Joliet Public Library’s Star Wars™ Day Returning June 7
The galaxy’s biggest local Star Wars™ celebration is back and will be hosted at Duly Health and Care Field, home…
Pritzker Secures Federal Support to Continue Brandon Road Interbasin Project
Gov. JB Pritzker announced that the State of Illinois received the necessary assurances from the federal government to move toward…