LOCAL
Kankakee County Sheriff Issues Appeal to Citzens in Fight Against Crime
Kankakee,
IL- Responding to the increasing number of people wanting to assist law
enforcement officials and build a stronger partnership in the fight against
crime,...
Kankakee Bridge deemed structurally sound, expected to open tomorrow
The Canadian National Railway who owns the railroad bridge in Kankakee where roads have been closed this week on River Street will be completing maintenance work to address the issue of falling concrete.
Tactical Thrills headed to Kankakee County with Laser Tag, Hero City Adventure Park this...
Hero City Adventure Park looks to offer up something new for the residents of Kankakee County, with the 23,000 square foot building being sectioned off to feature a Laser Tag and Archery Course, a staple of the facility. Additionally, the Park will have an 800-square-foot, three-story-tall ball pit known as the “Jungle Playground”, Bumper Cars and an arcade area that will have multiplayer virtual reality games.
Bradley Bourbonnais Senior St. Patrick’s Day Celebration Returns
Bourbonnais, IL – The St. Patrick’s Day senior dinner will celebrate 31 years on Tuesday, March 10, 2020. The annual event will...
Illinois Wesleyan Collegiate Choir to Perform in Kankakee
BLOOMINGTON, Ill. –– The Collegiate Choir from Illinois Wesleyan University in Bloomington, Illinois, will present a freewill concert at Asbury United Methodist Church, 196 South Harrison Avenue, Kankakee, Illinois, on Tuesday, March 3 at 7:30 p.m.
Play Palz Opens New Location in Downtown Kankakee
Kankakee, IL – Play Palz 101 continues to meet the needs of families. Play Palz recently open their fourth location at 270...
LIFESTYLE
Tactical Thrills headed to Kankakee County with Laser Tag, Hero City Adventure Park this...
Hero City Adventure Park looks to offer up something new for the residents of Kankakee County, with the 23,000 square foot building being sectioned off to feature a Laser Tag and Archery Course, a staple of the facility. Additionally, the Park will have an 800-square-foot, three-story-tall ball pit known as the “Jungle Playground”, Bumper Cars and an arcade area that will have multiplayer virtual reality games.
Gas N Wash celebrates Grand Opening on Bourbonnais Parkway
Bourbonnais Parkway will welcome its first business as Gas N Wash celebrates its Grand Opening at 5916 N. Convent in Bourbonnais this weekend, starting Friday at 8 am.
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
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
Olivet Nazarene University announces Committed Football Players on National Signing Day 2020
Among the standouts of this year’s committing class includes University Christian School’s standout running back, Max McClendon. McClendon showcased dynamic playmaking abilities throughout the course of his Senior Season at university Christian topped by a nearly 400-yard rushing game vs. Bishop Kenny with five touchdowns.
3 Chicago Football Players Elected into HOF including Bears, Cardinals
Frederick Wayman "Duke" Slater, a member of the Chicago Cardinals from 1926-1931 was one of the first African American lineman in the NFL. Slater is regarded as a hugely important figure in the evolution of the social integration of the game during the early twentieth century. Slater was enshrined in the College Football Hall of Fame in 1951. He played college football at the University of Iowa and attended the University of Iowa College of Law and earned his law degree in 1928.
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
