State Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar’s House Bill 3637 has passed the House chamber, strengthening Illinois’ Shield Law to safeguard access to medication abortion and preventing federal overreach.
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Pace invests in Bolingbrook Park-n-Ride enhancements
Pace has approved a contract for architectural and engineering services to expand the Bolingbrook Old Chicago Park-n-Ride, which is a key hub for Pace’s Bus-on-Shoulder Express service to Chicago, and will be funded in part by a $1.2 million Community Project Funding Grant secured by Congressman Bill Foster.
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Area Students Challenge for Top Honors in the DuPage County ACT-SO 2025 Competition
The DuPage County ACT-SO Awards Banquet will be held on Sunday, March 16, at the Bolingbrook Golf Club, where local gold medalists will be honored and students’ projects in STEM and Visual Arts will be on display.
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Proposed Legislation Seeks to Buy Back Private Water Lines From Utility Companies
State Senator Rachel Ventura has introduced a measure in Illinois that would allow municipalities to buy back private water lines through a ballot referendum, following recent water rate hikes in Bolingbrook and surrounding areas.
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Alliance for Civic Engagement has successful Annual Dr. King Day Unity Brunch
The Alliance for Civic Engagement (ACE) hosted their 2nd Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Unity Brunch and Awards, honoring the life and legacy of Dr. King and recognizing notable accomplishments in public safety and community service.
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Valley View School District Family Resource Center receives large coat donation
The Valley View School District Family Resource Center recently received a large donation of over 50 coats from the Romeoville Knights of Columbus. So far this winter season, the Resource Center has distributed over 150 coats to students in need. The Resource Center is always in need of more donations, if you would like to […]
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Kevin Bramwell to Chair Firefighters’ Pension Investment Fund
Kevin Bramwell has been appointed as a Member of the Firefighters’ Pension Investment Fund, bringing over 20 years of experience with the Bolingbrook Fire Department and advocating for firefighters’ benefits.
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Celebrating Unity and Justice at the 2nd Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Unity Day Brunch
The Alliance for Civic Engagement is hosting its 2nd Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Unity Day Brunch on January 25, 2025, featuring CNN Correspondent Bakari Sellers, former Chicago Fox 32 News Anchor Darlene Hill, and WVON Radio Host Atiba K. Buchanan, with proceeds supporting ACE’s mission and scholarships for students.
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VVSD Seeking Guest Teachers for Current School Year
Illinois legislation allows individuals with 60 hours of college credit to apply for a short-term substitute teacher license. The DuPage Regional Office of Education offers the required training, which must be completed prior to licensure. Topics include curriculum, classroom management techniques, school safety, and more. The next virtual training is November 7 from 5-7pm. Find […]
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VVSD Staff Spotlight: Kristin Jones, 4th Grade Teacher, Jamie McGee Elementary
Jamie McGee Elementary School students participate in a daily Morning Meeting to develop communication skills, empathy, and understanding of their classmates.
