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"Rock The Block" In Ottawa Ready To Serve Up Food, Drinks, Music And Fun
The inaugural event organized by the Ottawa Area Chamber of Commerce includes live music, food, drinks, axe throwing, and a dunk tank. It's all happening Wednesday night from 5 until 8 at Washington Square. Tickets are $25 if buying at the event. Celebrities ready to take a dip in the...
Road work set to begin on Route 71 expansion in Kendall County, says IDOT
The Illinois Department of Transportation announced Thursday that work is underway to reconstruct more than four miles of Route 71 in Kendall County. The work zone is from Orchard Road in Oswego to Route 126 in Yorkville. According to IDOT, this project will reconstruct Route 71 from two lanes to...
Kendall County Fair opens for four days
The annual Kendall County Fair will start its four-day run Thursday. Opening at 9 a.m. daily, it features free admission to 5 p.m. on Thursday and 3 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. On Sunday, it's free all day. Local 4-Hers have their projects competing for a trip to the Illinois...
Senator Sue Rezin to Host Mobile DMV Event in Sandwich
Morris state senator Sue Rezin is hosting a mobile DMV event at the Sandwich Public Library District on Thursday next week. It will run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Registration is mandatory as there is limited space available. People can call 815-220-9720 to make a reservation. The library is...
Register Now for Morris Hospital Corn Fest 5K
Registration is open for the Morris Hospital Corn Fest 5K Run, part of the Grundy County Corn Festival. The event will be held on Saturday, Sept. 28, at Morris Grade School, 2001 Dupont Avenue. Your browser does not support the audio element. The 5K race starts at 9 a.m., preceded...
Yorkville to host National Night Out at Riemenschneider Park
The Yorkville Police Department and Parks and Recreation Department are hosting National Night Out on Tuesday next week. It's happening at Riemenschneider Park from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. and is free to attend. Yorkville Chief of Police Jim Jensen says there will be lots to do. There will also be...
Yorkville Parks and Recreation Department considers new lightning detector system
The Yorkville Parks and Recreation Department is looking into replacing lightning detectors at Beecher Park. Director Tim Evans says the current detectors are about fifteen years old and are becoming obsolete but are still working. The city staff are recommending a replacement that would cost about $31,000 with a $2,000...
Plano Plan Commission to review proposed solar ordinance
The Plano Plan Commission is continuing to discuss a proposed solar ordinance for the city to adopt. The ordinance has been on the Plan Commission's agenda since June and is listed to be discussed during the meeting on Monday next week at seven p.m. at Plano City Hall. City Hall...
Hinckley Library's new building renovation set to receive over $1.8 million in federal grants
The Hinckley Public Library District is making progress on acquiring the necessary funds toward the renovation of their new building in downtown Hinckley. Library Director Rylie Roubal said the district has received many generous donations from the community but is still accepting any help they can get. Roubal said there...
Monroe County election guide: Two running for LaSalle Twp. treasurer
LASALLE — Voters in LaSalle Township will head to the polls to select officers for the municipality on Aug. 6. The Monroe News sent questionnaires to the candidates in the contested races. Profiles of the candidates in contested primaries will be published over the next few days. Incumbent Republican Stefanie Rauch of LaSalle is being challenged by Republican DeeDee Liedel of LaSalle. No Democrats filed to treasurer. ...
City of LaSalle Foundation 815 Day to Clean City Parks and Strengthen Community Bonds
The City of LaSalle Foundation is rolling out its inaugural 815 Day on August 15, 2024, encouraging community involvement through a series of service projects. Key activities include a park cleanup at St. Mary’s, designed to strengthen community bonds and improve the city’s aesthetics. This event is open to everyone, and volunteers are urged to bring along or donate cleaning supplies. No previous experience is required to join in. For more information on how to participate, check out the Foundation’s Facebook page. Let’s come together to make a difference in our community.
Yorkville Bristol Sanitary District warning customers about invoice sent in error
The Yorkville Bristol Sanitary District (YBSD) is warning customers that their first invoice was sent out with an error. According to a press release, the YBSD says to disregard this invoice, and corrected invoices will be sent out at the end of August. The YBSD is now responsible for the...
Morris Area Public Library to get nearly 3,000 sq ft addition
Jul. 30—The Morris Area Public Library is getting a nearly 3,000 square foot addition that will allow community events to move out of the basement and onto the first floor. Library Director Resa Mai said the addition is made possible thanks to an endowment left to the library by Richard Coulthard. The interest from the trust allowed the library to purchase the building to the north, the former ...
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