As one of the country’s three coast-to-coast interstates, I-80 through Joliet, and Will County carries approximately 80,000 vehicles a day, about 25% of which are trucks.
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Forest Preserve’s Recycle Your Bicycle program expands
In the past, the Forest Preserve’s spring and fall bike-recycling program has been hosted at Monee Reservoir in Monee Township, but this fall, the program also will be offered at Hidden Oaks Nature Center in Bolingbrook.
Posted inJoliet, Local, News, Will County
Pace board approves free rides for students, purchases new electric bus
“Pace’s system serves many city and suburban schools, and we hope these free rides will help students start the year off strong and show them they have an alternative way to get to school using public transit,” said Pace Executive Director Melinda Metzger.
Posted inJoliet, Local, News, Politics, Will County
Illinois celebrates Denise Winfrey
The long-time Will County Board member, District 6 representative and former interim County Executive is the newly installed president of the National Association of Counties (NACo.)
Posted inHealth, Living, Local, Will County
Will County Forest Preserve’s Woods Walk hiking challenge 20th anniversary celebration
To begin the challenge, pick up your Woods Walk hiking guide on or after Sept. 1 at a Forest Preserve visitor center or download an online version atReconnectWithNature.org.
Posted inLocal, News, Politics, Regional, Will County
Become an election Judge
Election Judges are paid $150 for working at a Polling Place. Trained Election Judges can earn extra compensation by helping to pick up and drop off election supplies during the Election.
Posted inJoliet, Local, Lockport, News, Will County
Will County advances 2023 plan
“Will County is engaging our state and federal legislators on issues that are important to our residents and communities,” said Judicial & Legislative Committee Vice Chair Natalie Coleman. “As one of the fastest growing counties in the country we have faced many challenges and our advocacy has helped advance county priorities.”
Posted inLiving, Local, News, Will County
Will County Solar Power virtual event for Homeowners and Small Businesses
“This is an excellent opportunity for homeowners and small businesses to learn about the benefits of solar power,” said Bertino-Tarrant. “This program helps residents save money through both reduced energy costs and a group buy program offered for solar assets.”
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Denise Winfrey takes helm as president of National Assoc. of Counties
“Denise listens to people. Really listens. She cares about what happens to people. It comes naturally to her and she’s the perfect person to be taking the reins of NACo at this critical time in our nation, when we have so many complex issues to deal with.”
Posted inLocal, News, Politics, Will County
Winfrey begins NACo Presidency
“I am honored to lead the National Association of Counties as we pursue opportunities to strengthen our communities for the future,” said Winfrey. “Counties have demonstrated extraordinary leadership in addressing the challenges we have faced in recent years – and continue to face today. I look forward to delivering tools and resources that will help all our counties and residents rise to new heights.”
