LOCAL
Kankakee Community College GED Orientations Spring 2020
Classes are designed for students at least 16 years of age who have not completed high school and are not enrolled in the school system. KCC offers the classes as preparation for a high school equivalency exam including the GED and HiSET. The college also offers a GED practice test to current students.
Start 2020 by making a difference for a Child with CASA
CASA of Kankakee County, a program of Child Network, is seeking both male and female volunteers for its upcoming training class that will be held from January 6 – February 7. No special background or education is required to become a CASA. Volunteers from all cultures and professions and of all ethnic and educational backgrounds are welcome. Volunteers must be at least 21 years of age and willing to submit to background checks.
Kankakee Community College Fall 2019 PTK inductees
Phi Theta Kappa has recognized academic excellence in the two-year college since 1918. It is the largest honor society in American higher education, with more than 1.5 million members. The society offers opportunities for scholarships, intellectual enrichment, and personal development through programs based on the society’s hallmarks of scholarship, leadership, service, and fellowship.
Locavore Farm of Grant Park latest addition to Illinois Made
“Locavore Farm draws visitors from across the Midwest to enjoy the bounty of Kankakee County’s local homegrown goodness. Congratulations to Chris and Rachel Jones and their team for being awarded this special recognition from the State of Illinois.” says Staci Wilken, Executive Director, Kankakee County Convention & Visitors Bureau. “With a growing list of agritourism entrepreneurs, Locavore Farm has put Kankakee County on the map as a farm-to-table destination in Illinois.”
Lee Murdock to preform the Christmas Ship Concert at Bourbonnais Public Library
Murdock began his folk career in the Chicago area in the mid 1970’s, expanding his repertoire of blues and popular music as his interest in folk music and the maritime tradition grew. This holiday concert commemorates the turn of the century tradition of carrying Christmas trees to Great Lakes port cities, as the final cargo at the end of the shipping season during the lumber schooner days. Murdock has written a very popular song about one of the most famous of these ships, the Rouse Simmons.
Congresswoman Kelly Hosts 2020 Census Briefing in the City of Kankakee
“People need to realize the importance of the census. If everyone is not counted, we are in jeopardy of losing a voice in Congress. We will lose representation on important committees and a large amount in federal funding including Medicaid, federal student loans, food stamps, as well as cuts in more than 100 critical programs across the state. All of this is based on the census,” said Congresswoman Robin Kelly.
LIFESTYLE
Mayor Wells-Armstrong Presents “Christmas in the Chamber”
“I received a special request to see if Santa could make a stop in the City of Kankakee before Christmas which led to our team planning this event. We are excited to bring this event to the community for the first time and we expect a good turnout. I’m really looking forward to seeing the joy on all of the kids’ faces,” said Mayor Wells-Armstrong.
Kankakee Public Library announces new Kanopy program
Kanopy is an award-winning video streaming service that provides access to more than 30,000 independent and documentary films as well as children’s programming and television series.
Kankakee Fall Photography Contest Winners
Winner – Jeanna Cross “Leaves on the Courthouse Lawn”; Honorably Mentioned – Kelly Dickenson – “Prairie Sunset, Prairie Farm” ; Honorably Mentioned – Kim Couwenhoven – “Shades of Fall”
Mario Kart Tournament draws huge crowds in Bradley
Winners of the tournaments receive custom trophies and a cash prize. Mario Kart's winners from this past month included Lee LaMontagne who finished 3rd, Hans Vallejo who finished 2nd and Alena Stasiak who was the winner of the tournament along with a $200.00 cash prize
New Kickstarter aims for ESPN level coverage of High School Football
You sign up, connect with friends, or create a crew, and launch your broadcast, which you will be able to swap out alternative angles from a variety of friends and devices around you via Bluetooth, WiFi, and LTE devices. Which means you can connect a variety of devices, like an iPhone and GoPro, to swap out live views in real-time at local events, like an actual TV Broadcast.
Kankakee Public Library Announces Victoria Christopher Murray’s book The Deal, the Dance, and the...
Join the Kankakee Public Library for our monthly book discussion group, Soul Collections. This group reviews a wide range of book selections that specifically spotlights African-American authors and themes. October’s selection will be The Deal, the Dance, and the Devil by Victoria Christopher Murray. This event will be held on Thursday, October 24that 6:30 p.m. All books reviewed may be checked out at the Circulation desk of the Kankakee Public Library.
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Mayor Wells-Armstrong Presents “Christmas in the Chamber”
“I received a special request to see if Santa could make a stop in the City of Kankakee before Christmas which led to our team planning this event. We are excited to bring this event to the community for the first time and we expect a good turnout. I’m really looking forward to seeing the joy on all of the kids’ faces,” said Mayor Wells-Armstrong.
Kankakee Public Library announces new Kanopy program
Kanopy is an award-winning video streaming service that provides access to more than 30,000 independent and documentary films as well as children’s programming and television series.
Kankakee Fall Photography Contest Winners
Winner – Jeanna Cross “Leaves on the Courthouse Lawn”; Honorably Mentioned – Kelly Dickenson – “Prairie Sunset, Prairie Farm” ; Honorably Mentioned – Kim Couwenhoven – “Shades of Fall”
Mario Kart Tournament draws huge crowds in Bradley
Winners of the tournaments receive custom trophies and a cash prize. Mario Kart's winners from this past month included Lee LaMontagne who finished 3rd, Hans Vallejo who finished 2nd and Alena Stasiak who was the winner of the tournament along with a $200.00 cash prize
Kankakee Public Library Announces Victoria Christopher Murray’s book The Deal, the Dance, and the...
Join the Kankakee Public Library for our monthly book discussion group, Soul Collections. This group reviews a wide range of book selections that specifically spotlights African-American authors and themes. October’s selection will be The Deal, the Dance, and the Devil by Victoria Christopher Murray. This event will be held on Thursday, October 24that 6:30 p.m. All books reviewed may be checked out at the Circulation desk of the Kankakee Public Library.
SPORTS
2020 ROUTE 66 NHRA NATIONALS TICKETS ON SALE NOW
JOLIET, Ill. (October 10, 2019) — Route 66 Raceway announced today that tickets for the 2020 Route 66 NHRA Nationals are on sale. The renewal period is the optimal time for fans to receive the best-priced tickets to the 2020 Route 66 NHRA Nationals. In addition, fans can take advantage of a monthly payment plan for the first-time ever.
Goal Line: Kankakee Area HS Varsity Football Score Recap (Sept 13th)
Goal Line: Kankakee Area HS Varsity Football Score Recap (Sept 13th)
The Ultimate: Derek Byrd
The Ultimate: Derek Byrd
Chicagoland Speedway rolls out new ticket Membership Program with benefits
JOLIET, Ill. (September 3, 2019) — Chicagoland Speedway announced today that it will roll out the CLS Ticket Membership program, the most robust in NASCAR’s modern era, giving fans compelling new benefits in addition to the existing benefits, adding savings, access and experiences at an unprecedented level.
Kankakee Area HS Varsity Football Preview: Goal Line
Kankakee Area HS Varsity Football Preview: Goal Line
