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“Diaper Depot Drive” underway in Will County to collect diapers and essential items

"I'm glad to be working with numerous partners in helping United Way collect baby essentials," said County Executive Bertino-Tarrant. "I invite residents to donate diapers and related items during this drive to support local families in need. We have worked to place donation sites in accessible locations throughout the county."

PHSCC 2023 graduate earns national art recognition

The graduate plans to study art at Joliet Junior College with plans to transfer to Columbia College in Chicago to earn a degree in animation.

Troy 30-C Boys and Girls Bowling Teams place 2nd in the ten games at the IESA Bowling State Championship

David Bruner was the Individual Sectional Boys Champion, and the TMS Boys were the Team Sectional Champions.  Gianna Mendoza was Individual Sectional Girls Champion, and the TMS Girls Team finished third at Sectionals.

Congresswoman Underwood in line for major award

In just four years she has been in the House of Representatives, Underwood has closed 5,573 cases; recovered $24,628,317 on behalf of constituents; and hosted close to 20 virtual workshops guiding constituents through interactions with the federal government and providing best practices for issues such as signing up for Medicare, filing taxes, or achieving a small business certification, according to Haley Wint, Underwood's press secretary.

Plainfield Memorial Day Parade

On Monday, May 29th, 2023, the Plainfield American Legion Marne Post #13 will be honoring our Nation’s veterans by hosting their annual Memorial Day Parade.

Memorial Day, not just a barbecue

Memorial Day may be the official start of the summer season, but the day is much more than picnics or barbecues. Memorial Day is a federal holiday in the United States that honors and mourns military personnel who have died while serving in the armed forces. It is observed annually on the last Monday of May.

Troy 30-C School District Coffee with the Superintendent

The district's spring "Coffee with the Superintendent" is a time parents, residents, business owners and other interested parties can meet the superintendent in an informal setting to ask questions or to just chat.

Election Judges get pay raise

“Our Election Judges provide an incredibly important service to Will County’s voters on each Election Day,” County Clerk Staley Ferry said. “I want to thank the Will County Board for recognizing the value of their work by approving my request for a much needed pay increase.”

Plainfield East “Shrek The Musical” Meet and Greet

Plainfield – "Shrek The Musical" characters will be at Plainfield East High School for a special Shrekfest Meet and Greet on Saturday, March 25, 2023, from 10 a.m. to noon in the school's cafeteria. Plainfield East HS families are invited to...

D. 202 Bd. of Education candidates’ forum slated for March 16

The C.A.P.E. (the committee for the Coordination of Administration and Parent groups for Educational efficiency) parent organization will host the forum at the District 202 Administrative Center, 15732 Howard St. The presentation will be recorded and posted on the District 202 website.

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John F. Kennedy Middle school student’s letter sparks Civil Rights lesson

John F. Kennedy Middle School eighth-grader Sofia Mercado wrote a letter to Civil Rights advocate Edith Lee-Payne, prompting her to visit the school and speak to the entire eighth-grade class about her experiences in the Civil Rights movement.