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Monday, January 27, 2020

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Kankakee County group vows to sell local workforce on benefits of living there

The Economic Alliance of Kankakee County (EAKC) is intent on convincing more of its workers to stick around after the whistle blows.

By Glenn Minnis | Jan 26, 2020

Local Government

BOURBONNAIS POLICE DEPARTMENT: Join us in congratulating Patrolman and Kankakee Area Metropolitan Enforcement Group Agent, Dave Herberger

Join us in congratulating Patrolman and Kankakee Area Metropolitan Enforcement Group Agent, Dave Herberger, on his ‘Officer of the Year’ Award!

By Press release submission | Jan 26, 2020

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KANKAKEE COUNTY SHERIFF: One Person Injured in Shooting

By Press release submission | Jan 26, 2020

Yesterday evening at approximately 9:30 pm, the Kankakee County Sheriff’s Office received a call of two subjects with guns at the SS Friendly Mart (2727 South 13000 East Road) in Pembroke Township.

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KANKAKEE COUNTY SHERIFF: Man Found Guilty for 2017 Attempted Murder

By Press release submission | Jan 26, 2020

Yesterday afternoon, a jury found 31 year-old Darrin D. Reed Jr. guilty of all charges stemming from a July 2017 Attempted Murder in rural Aroma Park.

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BRADLEY POLICE DEPARTMENT: Paint Party With Trenna on Jan. 26.

By Press release submission | Jan 19, 2020

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VILLAGE OF BOURBONNAIS: Bourbonnaisans Rejoice! St. George Road Now Open!

By Press release submission | Jan 19, 2020

Please drive carefully and use caution on rougher, uneven surfaces.

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KANKAKEE COUNTY SHERIFF: Job Oppurtunity

By Press release submission | Jan 19, 2020

Job Title: Animal Control Kennel Technician

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KANKAKEE COUNTY SHERIFF: Man with Gun Arrested After Attempting to Flee

By Press release submission | Jan 19, 2020

Yesterday afternoon, a Sheriff’s Deputy was advised of a person smoking narcotics in the bathroom of the River Valley Metro Transit Authority Terminal (1137 E 5000N Rd., Bourbonnais, IL).

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RIVERSIDE HEALTH CARE: Riverside President & CEO Phillip M. Kambic to Serve as 2020 IHA Board Chair

By Press release submission | Jan 19, 2020

Phillip M. Kambic, Riverside President and CEO, has been named Chair of the Illinois Health and Hospital Association's (IHA) 2020 Board of Trustees.

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Kankakee among 93 Illinois counties with declining populations

By Local Labs News Service | Jan 11, 2020

Kankakee saw its population decrease by 3,395, or 3 percent, over the last decade, according to a new analysis from Wirepoints.org that is based on U.S. Census Bureau data.

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COUNTY OF IROQUOIS: LEPC Meeting 14th January 2020

By Press release submission | Jan 11, 2020

LEPC Meeting 14th January 2020

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COUNTY OF IROQUOIS: Hauling Notice January 13th through19th, 2020

By Press release submission | Jan 11, 2020

Hauling Notice January 13th through19th, 2020

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KANKAKEE COUNTY SHERIFF: Recreational Cannabis in Illinois

By Press release submission | Jan 5, 2020

As the State of Illinois prepares to adopt new Recreational Cannabis laws on January 1, 2020, we thought it would be best to clear up some misconceptions and provide our followers with this guide that answers some of the more commonly asked questions.

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VILLAGE OF BRADLEY: Sewer Service Reminder: How to Properly Dispose of Fryer Oil

By Press release submission | Jan 5, 2020

Sewer Service Reminder: How to Properly Dispose of Fryer Oil

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Rep. Parkhurst to host roundtable discussion for 79th District

By Glenn Minnis | Dec 30, 2019

Illinois state Rep. Lindsay Parkhurst (R-Kankakee) is determined to know what’s on the minds of her 79th District constituents before the General Assembly reconvenes next month for the Spring Session.

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KANKAKEE COUNTY FARM BUREAU: County Farm Bureau delegates retain pesticide policy

By Press release submission | Dec 29, 2019

County Farm Bureau delegates chose to continue existing Illinois Farm Bureau policy related to pesticide application, education and recordkeeping during the IFB Annual Meeting in Chicago.

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KANKAKEE COUNTY FARM BUREAU: IFB members boost Ag in the Classroom efforts

By Press release submission | Dec 29, 2019

The Spirit of Giving proved alive and well during Illinois Farm Bureau Annual Meeting events hosted by the IAA Foundation.

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ONARGA THEATER: Santa came to The Onarga Theater

By Press release submission | Dec 29, 2019

Onarga Theatre issued the following announcement on Dec. 26.Santa came to The Onarga Theater!!!

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KANKAKEE COUNTY FARM BUREAU: U.S. Rep. Kelly attends IFB Annual Meeting

By Press release submission | Dec 22, 2019

U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly, D-Matteson, enjoyed ice cream and conversed with constituents during the Illinois Farm Bureau Annual Meeting in Chicago.

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CITY OF KANKAKEE: Update on Aggravated Battery with a firearm that occurred on 12.3.19

By Press release submission | Dec 22, 2019

Update on Aggravated Battery with a firearm that occurred on 12.3.19