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News from February 2024

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Rare Disease Day Sheds Light on the Plight of Millions Worldwide

By Kankakee Times | Feb 29, 2024

Rare Disease Day, observed on February 29, 2024, is a global initiative that aims to bring attention to the challenges faced by the 300 million individuals living with rare diseases around the world. The day serves as a reminder of the struggles and obstacles that these individuals encounter on a daily basis.According to a statement released in conjunction with Rare Disease Day, "Rare Disease Day aims to raise awareness for the 300 million individuals living with rare diseases around the world." This day is an opportunity for individuals, organizations, and communities to...

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Iroquois County in week ending Feb. 24?

By Kankakee Times | Feb 28, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Iroquois County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Feb. 24, according to GasBuddy.com.

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The state of taxpayer-funded farm subsidies in cities associated with Iroquois County in 2021

By Kankakee Times | Feb 28, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Iroquois County received $36.2 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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Career and Technical Education Courses Providing New Opportunities in Illinois

By Kankakee Times | Feb 28, 2024

Career and technical education courses are providing new opportunities for students across Illinois. According to a recent report, "Career and technical education courses give students new opportunities across Illinois." These courses are designed to equip students with the necessary skills and knowledge to succeed in various industries.One of the key benefits of career and technical education courses is the focus on hands-on learning and real-world experiences. Students have the opportunity to gain practical skills that are in high demand in the workforce, making them...

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Did farm subsidies in cities associated with Kankakee County rise or fall in 2021?

By Kankakee Times | Feb 27, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Kankakee County received $18.9 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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Westmont Village Board of Trustees met Feb. 22

By Philip Gonzales | Feb 27, 2024

Westmont Village Board of Trustees met Thursday, Feb. 22

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1 gas station in cities throughout Iroquois County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending Feb. 24

By Kankakee Times | Feb 27, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Iroquois County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Feb. 24, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Iroquois County in week ending Feb. 24?

By Kankakee Times | Feb 27, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Iroquois County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Feb. 24, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Village of Bourbonnais Board of Trustees met Jan. 16

By Philip Gonzales | Feb 27, 2024

Village of Bourbonnais Board of Trustees met Tuesday, Jan. 16

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City of Watseka Finance, Legal & Audit Committee met Jan. 16

By Philip Gonzales | Feb 27, 2024

City of Watseka Finance, Legal & Audit Committee met Tuesday, Jan. 16

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City of Watseka Public Works Committee met Jan. 16

By Philip Gonzales | Feb 27, 2024

City of Watseka Public Works Committee met Monday, Jan. 16

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City of Watseka City Council met Feb. 27

By Philip Gonzales | Feb 27, 2024

City of Watseka City Council met Tuesday, Feb. 27

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Village of Herscher Board of Trustees met Jan. 16

By Philip Gonzales | Feb 27, 2024

Village of Herscher Board of Trustees met Tuesdday, Jan. 16

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Cissna Park Community Unit School District 6 Board of Education met Feb. 26

By Philip Gonzales | Feb 27, 2024

Cissna Park Community Unit School District 6 Board of Education met Monday, Feb. 26

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Westmont Village Administration and Finance Committee met Feb. 22

By Philip Gonzales | Feb 27, 2024

Westmont Village Administration and Finance Committee met Thursday, Feb. 22

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Village of Bourbonnais Planning and Zoning Board met Feb. 22

By Philip Gonzales | Feb 27, 2024

Village of Bourbonnais Planning and Zoning Board met Thursday, Feb. 22

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Kankakee School District 111 Board of Education met Feb. 26

By Philip Gonzales | Feb 27, 2024

Kankakee School District 111 Board of Education met Monday, Feb. 26

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Kankakee County Executive Committee met Feb. 27

By Philip Gonzales | Feb 27, 2024

Kankakee County Executive Committee met Tuesday, Feb. 27

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Kankakee County Planning, Zoning and Agriculture Committee met Feb. 21

By Philip Gonzales | Feb 27, 2024

Kankakee County Planning, Zoning and Agriculture Committee met Wednesday, Feb. 21

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Arcadia Care Clifton Q4 2023’s 2nd largest nursing home in Iroquois County

By Kankakee Times | Feb 26, 2024

Arcadia Care Clifton, the second largest nursing home in Iroquois County, aided an average of 74.3 residents per day during the fourth quarter of 2023.