Illinois lawmakers and representatives from several law enforcement agencies met last week to discuss possible solutions for curbing violence in the state. The hearing consisted of members of the House Public Safety and...
An upcoming high school girl’s basketball game in Watseka looks to benefit military veterans and their families. A Monday night, February 7 matchup features Watseka and Cissna Park. The two teams will suit up in red, white &...
Iroquois West High School senior Celeste Cummings, of Danforth, has been awarded a $10,000 Samsung American Legion Scholarship after her attendance at the 2021 American Legion Auxiliary Illini Girls State. An American...
United Way of Kankakee and Iroquois Counties’ Women United Breakfast will return March 8. The sixth annual event from 9 am ‘til Noon is in-person at The Majestic in downtown Kankakee. It will also be live-streamed. The event is...
A performance report of Kankakee County’s American Rescue Plan Act for 2021 was detailed (Tues) for members of the Executive Committee. The report, explained by the County Communications Director Jasmyne Humble, also reflects...
Kankakee County and Shoup Manufacturing revealed (Wednesday) a major expansion and associated infrastructure upgrade at Shoup’s manufacturing and distribution complex in Kankakee County. The $10 million project includes the...
A search warrant was executed after an investigation by Indiana State Police leading to the arrest of a 36-year-old Fowler man. Jonathon Cavanaugh is accused of soliciting a child. He was also arrested for possession of meth and...
The Midwest Ag Expo at Gordyville USA opened its doors and rolled out its welcome mat for visitors and exhibitors today (Wednesday). The cold weather not too fun but sunshine greeted everyone for the two-day...
The City of Watseka is now requiring permits and inspections for all new, altered or upgraded electric service equipment installations. The requirement is for the safety and protection of the Watseka residents. ...
The cold weather early today (Wed) had three area school districts on a 2-hour delay. But then, officials leaned to an E-learning day. South Newton, Rennsalaer and Kankakee Valley school districts were managing the...
