Kankakee Lead Based Paint Hazard Reduction Program now taking Applications
Kankakee, IL – As announced in a December 2018 Press Release, the City of Kankakee Community Development Agency was awarded $3,000,000 in Lead Based Paint Hazard Reduction grant program funding and has launched a program to reduce lead poisoning in children. Hundreds of children in Kankakee have been identified as being lead poisoned. The effects of lead poison can be devastating, long term and often irreversible. The goal of the program is to help homeowners and landlords reduce lead hazards in their houses and apartments, primarily where children reside or are likely to reside. The Kankakee Lead Poisoning Prevention Program is a national program funded by H.U.D. in cooperation with the Illinois Department of Public Health.
‘Chaos’ looms as vote on Animal Control nears
Animal Control Director Julie Boudreau summed up Kankakee County Chairman Andrew Wheeler's Animal Control Plan this past Friday with one word: "Chaos." Boudreau says,...
Goal Line: Kankakee Area HS Varsity Football Score Recap
Goal Line: Kankakee Area HS Varsity Football Score Recap
Hurricane Dorian upgraded to Category 5, damage starts
DORIAN ROCKING GAS STATION. Hurricane Dorian has arrived in the Bahamas (Marsh Harbor, Abaco) and is rocking the gas station there. (via James Julmis)...
Cool Car Show & Drive-In Movie: Tyke Style!
The Village of Bourbonnais and Bourbonnais Township Park District introduce a new and FREE family event! Beginning at 6:30 p.m. Friday, September 13th, children ages two to six can pedal, push or power their mini-vehicles to the Children's Safety Center at 747 Stratford Drive East for a parade, car show, judging and awards, followed by a movie and popcorn! Spectators of all ages are welcome. Pre-registration is required for the car show judging.
