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Grundy County Historical Society hosts opening ceremony for Dora E. Schoonmaker exhibit
The Grundy County Historical Society is hosting an opening ceremony and ribbon cutting for its new Dora E. Schoonmaker exhibit in conjunction with the Aoyama Gakuin University Alumni Association at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 29 at 510 W. Illinois Ave. in Morris. Schoonmaker was the first female Methodist missionary to...
Grundy County's Economic Future Survey
Grundy County needs your input! What do you want Grundy County to look like in 5, 10, 15 years? What do you think are the most pressing issues? Opportunities?. The Grundy County Economic Development Council, the Grundy Chamber, and TIP Strategies are seeking the perspectives of Grundy County residents and business leaders as they develop a strategic plan to diversify the County's economy. These short surveys will be open through July 19.
Registration open for Anybody 5K
The registration is officially open for the Anybody 5K, which takes place at 9 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 17. The 5K starts at 1320 Union St., the Grundy County Administrative Center. The Anybody 5K is also part of Run 4 Grundy’s five race 5K series, where those who compete in...
Tabler Storage’s new owners unveil improved facility
Area residents looking for space to store their treasures can turn to the newly updated Tabler Storage at 10808 Tabler Road in Morris. The secure storage facility was recently purchased by Grant Griffiths and has 71 storage units and 120 parking spaces for boat and RV outside storage. “We are...
Man Receives Prison Sentence in Grundy Co.
A 24-year-old Park Forest man received a prison sentence in a Grundy County court case. Cecil Harris pled guilty to Aggravated Fleeing and Eluding Police, a class four felony and was sentenced to five years in the Illinois Department of Corrections. He was given credit for serving 220 days in the Grundy County Jail and must serve six months of parole once released from prison.
Joliet Man Facing Felony Domestic Battery Charge in Grundy Co.
Two felony charges have been filed against a Will County man in Grundy County. Zackary Gregory, 24, of Joliet was charged with two counts of Domestic Battery/Other Prior, both class four felonies. Gregory is accused of grabbing a female household member on or about her face and mouth with his...
Grundy Area PADS unveils new office on Division Street
Grundy Area PADS officially has a new office inside what was a dentist’s office at 1409 N. Division St. in Morris. It celebrated its grand opening June 11 with a ribbon-cutting from the Grundy County Chamber of Commerce inside the new building, which was freshly updated with the help of many volunteers.
Air quality alert issued for Chicago area Sunday
With heat and humidity building in the Chicago area, an air quality alert has been issued as officials warn of elevated ozone and particulate levels. According to the National Weather Service, the alert covers a wide swath of the Chicago area, including McHenry, Lake, Kane, DuPage, Kendall, Grundy, Cook and Will counties.
Blue Chevaliers presents Sheriff Ken Briley with citation for his accomplishments
The Blue Chevaliers, a program of La Societe de 40 Hommes et 8 Cheveaux, honored Grundy County Sheriff Ken Briley with a citation for the accomplishments of the Grundy County ProActive Unit. Additional certificates will be given to the six participating police departments in Morris, Coal City, Gardner, Braidwood, Seneca,...
Photos: Grundy County Speedway Racing for Special Olympics
Police officers from Will and Grundy Counties race in the Five-O Race that raised over $180,000 for Special Olympics at Grundy County Speedway on June 15, 2024 in Morris. (Gary Middendorf) School of the Art Institute of Chicago alumnus. Transitioned from animation to photography in 2010. Freelanced as a photojournalist...
Severe thunderstorm watch issued for northern Illinois
The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm watch for Will, Grundy and Kendall counties as well as much of northern Illinois until 8 p.m. Sunday. The most severe storms can bring damaging winds and frequent lighting, according to the weather service. Storms could reach the Joliet area after...
Protecting Our Elders: Joliet Diocese Highlights Elder Abuse Awareness in Illinois
Kankakee, IL – Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet, is observing Elder Abuse Awareness Day today, June 15, to support and protect vulnerable adults in Grundy and Kankakee Counties. According to a Facebook post by Catholic Charities, staff in their Adult Protective Services program are trained to address abuse, neglect,...
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