LOCAL
KCC Red Flag campaign 2019
A variety of events are scheduled to encourage friends and other community members to “say something” when they see warning signs of dating violence. The Red Flag Campaign events are open to the public.
First Presbyterian Church Hosts Ribbon Cutting for Stained Glass Window
Kankakee, IL – Mayor Wells-Armstrong joined First Presbyterian Church of Kankakee who invited the community to attend their ribbon cutting ceremony for their newly restored stain glass window, DaVinci’s “The Last Supper.”
Computer skills Fall 2019 at KCC
In “Intermediate Excel,” participants will learn to manipulate large worksheets: use multiple worksheets and workbooks: customize Excel; apply advanced formatting; use Excel as a list manager; perform advanced charting options; use auditing and comments features; and create and manage templates. Microsoft Office Specialist examination objectives will be covered. Instructor is Kris Condon. Class meets Wednesday, Sept. 25 from 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. in KCC Room D122. Cost is $125. Prerequisite is Introduction to Microsoft Excel or equivalent experience.
IDOT announces nightly I-57 closures, Sept 16th to 20th
IDOT announced earlier today portions of I-57 will be closed with detours starting Sept 16th to Sept 20th while new I-Beams are set overhead for the bridge at St. George Road. According to the schedule, if weather plays along:
KCC Job Fair coming October 3rd
On Thursday, Oct. 3, Kankakee Community College will host its Annual Fall Job Fair from 9 a.m. - noon in the KCC College Center.
Kankakee’s Fire Department to Host 3rd Annual Community Safety Day
Kankakee, IL – Kankakee’s Fire Department will host their Community Safety Day this weekend. The program is called Passport to Safety. Although the event is geared toward children, all are encouraged to attend.
LIFESTYLE
Gamestop to close up to 200 stores nationwide
The company has nearly 6,000 stores here in the United States and over fifty in a fifty-mile radius of Kankakee County alone with its closest location the store in the Bradley Commons off Route 50 in Bradley.
Papi’s Pizza Cafe to close doors on Sept 19th
Papi’s Pizza Café at 150 E Station Street in Kankakee and its newest location in Northfield Square Mall has announced it will be shutting its ovens down for good on September 19th.
Power of Jaycees: Delorean Ride Raffle coming to Kankakee Farmers Market
The Kankakee Jaycees will be on hand at the Kankakee Farmers Market from 8 am to noon on September 28th and again on October 5th and 12th raffling off two chances to grab a ride in the time machine!
Public Duck and Goose Hunting Area Permits
Hunters may apply online for the Illinois 2019 Public Duck and Goose Hunting Area Permit program.
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ReCharge Coffee Bar opens with Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening
ReCharge Coffee Bar celebrated its official opening to the public on Friday, August 23, with a ribbon cutting ceremony hosted by the Manteno Chamber of Commerce.
Come with Me assists children’s cancer foundation
View the world from a magical place, as a dream takes young Kate on a flight through the night sky. Her adventure shows young readers that dreams can be fantastically beautiful. Remember your dreams, write them down and believe every night!
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Power of Jaycees: Delorean Ride Raffle coming to Kankakee Farmers Market
The Kankakee Jaycees will be on hand at the Kankakee Farmers Market from 8 am to noon on September 28th and again on October 5th and 12th raffling off two chances to grab a ride in the time machine!
ReCharge Coffee Bar opens with Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening
ReCharge Coffee Bar celebrated its official opening to the public on Friday, August 23, with a ribbon cutting ceremony hosted by the Manteno Chamber of Commerce.
Come with Me assists children’s cancer foundation
View the world from a magical place, as a dream takes young Kate on a flight through the night sky. Her adventure shows young readers that dreams can be fantastically beautiful. Remember your dreams, write them down and believe every night!
Party With A Plan This Labor Day: Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over
The numbers are shocking: In 2017, one person died every 48 minutes in a drunk-driving crash in America. These deaths account for approximately one-third of all traffic deaths each year, with 10,874 deaths occurring in 2017 alone. Even with drunk driving illegal in all 50 states and Washington, DC, the numbers remain similar year after year. Ultimately, drinking and driving is a choice, and it is a choice that puts all road users at risk.
Author T.J. Martinson comes to speak at the Kankakee Public Library
Join the Kankakee Public Library on Tuesday, September 17th at 7:00p.m. as T.J. Martinson, author of The Reign of the Kingfisher, speaks about his novel, answers your questions, and signs your copy of his book!
SPORTS
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
Goal Line: Kankakee Area HS Varsity Football Score Recap
Goal Line: Kankakee Area HS Varsity Football Score Recap
