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Congresswoman Underwood secures $959K for Romeoville Lift Station

Congresswoman Lauren Underwood secured $959,757 in federal dollars for the replacement of the Spangler sanitary lift station, which will protect the health of 10,000 residents and businesses around the site and public buildings.

Electric Bike maker coming to Romeoville

Metalrays, a manufacturer of electric bicycles, has signed a lease on a 102,000 square foot space on Southcreek Parkway and plans to be operational at the end of June.

Lewis University accepted $500,000 for Joliet pre-apprenticeship programs

Lewis University in Joliet has received funding through the Illinois Works Pre-Apprenticeship Program, which aims to increase diversity and access to apprenticeship programs and help participants secure employment and establish a career in the field.

Ross Dress for less coming to Romeoville

Ross, the nationwide discount department store, is coming to Romeoville and will fill the space at 317 S. Weber Road that was once occupied by Office Max. Their arrival will slot them into a retail buildout that also includes Maurice's, T. J. Maxx, and Discovery.

Valley View Board of Education Holds Special Meeting to Discuss Personnel Matters

The Valley View Board of Education will conduct a Special Meeting on Monday, March 4 at the VVSD Emmie Dunn Administrative Center to discuss personnel matters in Closed Executive Session.

VVSD addresses need for teachers with “Elevate U” initiative

VSD's strategic plan prioritizes establishing a viable teaching pipeline to address the challenges posed by teacher shortages. VVSD Director of Human Resources Dr. Rovel Pollock initiated Elevate U by piloting a Grow Your Own Program last year despite limited funding.

Spotlight- Kellie Allen, VVSD 5th Grade Teacher, Hermansen Elementary

Beyond the curriculum, Kellie knows it is important to make certain that by the end of each school year, the students in her classroom are ready to make the move to middle school. 

VVSD Bond Rating Upgraded to Aa1 by Moody’s Investor Service

Moody’s Investors Service has upgraded Valley View Community Unit School District 365U’s issuer, general obligation unlimited tax (GOULT) and general obligation limited tax (GOLT) ratings to Aa1 from Aa2.

Lewis University, United Airlines join forces to develop next generation of aviators

A new partnership with United Aviate, United Airlines’ pilot career development program, offers Lewis University student pilots and instructors the most secure path to the airline’s flight deck.

Statement from Romeoville Mayor Noak and Deputy Police Chief Chris Burne On 500 Block of Concord Avenue Incident

This incident is the police department’s top priority. All officers and professional staff have been working tirelessly on this case. Our detectives and crime-scene investigators have spent the last 36-hours collecting a tremendous amount of physical evidence.

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Illinois State Treasurer’s Office Earns $91 Million for Cities and School Districts

The State Treasurer's Office made nearly $124.6 million in investment earnings from the state investment portfolio in March, while another $91 million was earned for cities, school districts, counties and other units of government through the Illinois Funds local government investment pool.