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With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Kankakee Times analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 755 voters in Central SW Township of Manteno: Precinct Manteno 5 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

How much more does an administrator earn than teachers in Donovan Community Unit School District 3 in 2021-22 school year?

The average school administrator’s salary in Donovan Community Unit School District 3 was $122,425 during the 2021-22 school year, while teaching salaries averaged $49,273, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Prairie State taxes: Bradley residents rank 51st in total sales taxes paid for January

Bradley residents paid $1.8 million in sales taxes, ranking 51st in total sales taxes paid per municipality in January.

Examining 2020 Presidential Election voter turnout in Northern Township of Aroma: Precinct Aroma 1

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Kankakee Times analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 642 voters in Northern Township of Aroma: Precinct Aroma 1 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

Momence Community Unit School District 1 administrators rank 679th in state for average pay in 2022

Administrators in Momence Community Unit School District 1 earn an average of $92,330 per year, ranking 679th in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Review of 2020 Presidential Election voting trends in Central Township of Essex: Precinct Essex

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Kankakee Times analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 726 voters in Central Township of Essex: Precinct Essex cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

National School Librarian Day Celebrates the Unsung Heroes of Education

In recognition of National School Librarian Day, which falls on April 4, 2024, school librarians are being celebrated for their dedication and hard work in supporting students' academic endeavors.According to a statement, "School librarians work hard to assist students with finding resources and creating a welcoming learning environment for everyone." These dedicated professionals play a crucial role in helping students navigate the vast world of information and fostering a love for reading and learning.The day serves as a reminder to acknowledge and appreciate the...

Kankakee County residents pay $426,458 in Countywide Sales Tax in January

In January, Kankakee County saw an increase in Countywide Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

School administrators earns 103% more on average than teachers in Bradley-Bourbonnais Consolidated High School District 307 in 2021-22 school year

The average school administrator’s salary in Bradley-Bourbonnais Consolidated High School District 307 was $135,169 during the 2021-22 school year, while teaching salaries averaged $66,576, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Examining 2020 Presidential Election voter turnout in Central E City of Kankakee: Precinct Kankakee 1

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Kankakee Times analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 578 voters in Central E City of Kankakee: Precinct Kankakee 1 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

How did Southeastern Village of Bourbonnais: Precinct Bourbonnais 1 residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Kankakee Times analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 1,078 voters in Southeastern Village of Bourbonnais: Precinct Bourbonnais 1 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

Analysis: Manteno Community Unit School District 5 administrators rank 672nd in state for average pay in 2022

Administrators in Manteno Community Unit School District 5 earn an average of $92,571 per year, ranking 672nd in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Iroquois County ranks 73rd in total sales taxes paid in Illinois during January

Iroquois County residents paid $147,792 in sales taxes, ranking 73rd in total sales taxes paid per county in January.

Who voted in Central SE Village of Bourbonnais: Precinct Bourbonnais 15 during 2020 Presidential Election?

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Kankakee Times analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 683 voters in Central SE Village of Bourbonnais: Precinct Bourbonnais 15 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

National Walking Day Encourages Daily Exercise for Health

Today is National Walking Day, as announced by the American Heart Association, which recommends people walk for at least 30 minutes every day to maintain good health.This annual event serves as a reminder of the importance of physical activity in promoting heart health and overall well-being. The American Heart Association's emphasis on daily walking aligns with the organization's commitment to reducing cardiovascular diseases and encouraging a healthy lifestyle among individuals.As people across the nation celebrate National Walking Day, individuals are encouraged to...

1 gas station in cities throughout Iroquois County had the cheapest diesel in week ending Mar. 30

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Iroquois County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 30, according to GasBuddy.com.

$51,964 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collected in January for Iroquois County

In January, Iroquois County saw a decrease in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection compared to the previous month.

Review of 2020 Presidential Election voting trends in Central N Village of Bourbonnais: Precinct Bourbonnais 3

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Kankakee Times analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 1,058 voters in Central N Village of Bourbonnais: Precinct Bourbonnais 3 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

2021-22 School Year: Average school administrator earns 148.9% more than teachers in Pembroke Consolidated Community School District 259

The average school administrator’s salary in Pembroke Consolidated Community School District 259 was $150,055 during the 2021-22 school year, while teaching salaries averaged $60,292, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Cities in Kankakee County recorded unchanged number of lawyers practicing law in March