The Joliet Township Road District has completed the renovation of the Sugar Creek Bridge, which includes improved pedestrian walkways, safety features, and enhanced drainage systems, as part of a 2.3 million dollar investment in Joliet Township infrastructure.
Renovated Sugar Creek Bridge officially opened with Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony
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The National Association of Minority Automobile Dealers and S&P Global Mobility Honor the Power of Multicultural Vehicle Buyers Through the Ninth Annual Diversity Volume Leadership Awards
The 2024 Diversity Volume Leadership Awards celebrated brands that are driving sales leadership with ethnic consumers, with Toyota’s RAV4 winning the “Top Overall Future Majority Vehicle” award.
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School Crossing Guard Pay
Joliet’s City Council is being criticized for offering low pay to crossing guards at schools, which is embarrassing and sends the wrong message about the city’s commitment to children’s safety.
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Signs and Symptoms of COVID Variants
The most prevalent COVID variant in the U.S. is JN. 1, which is more contagious but less severe than previous variants, while other variants such as HV. 1, JN. 1. 13, JN. 1. 18, JD. 1. 1, and HK. 3, are also circulating, and vaccination remains the best way to prevent moderate or severe cases of these variants.
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Joliet Public Schools Dist. 86 names new assistant superintendent
Dr. Matthew Wilkinson has been appointed as the new Assistant Superintendent for Business and Financial Services at Joliet Public Schools District 86, and will begin his duties on September 30, 2024.
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Holiday Food Basket sign-up starts September 9th
The Will County Center for Community Concerns is providing Holiday Food Baskets for 125 income eligible families with children 16 years of age and younger, funded by the Community Service Block Grant from the Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity.
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Pop-Up Healthy Lifestyle to be Held in University Park
Will County Executive Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant is hosting a “Healthy Lifestyle Event” in University Park on August 29 to provide free healthcare services, wellness checks, pediatric immunizations, and produce, while connecting attendees to local resources and services.
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WCAPS Offers Free Adoptions to Dogs for ‘Bark to School’ Promotion
Will County Animal Protection Services is waiving adoption fees for dogs until the end of August as part of their “Bark to School” promotion, encouraging people to adopt a dog and donate items from the WCAPS “Bark to School” supply list.
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Local Libraries receive funding to improve local services
Illinois Secretary of State and State Librarian Alexi Giannoulias has announced grant funding for library districts to ensure access to quality resources and programming, with libraries in the 43rd Senate District receiving a combined $479,671.
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Spicy Fennel Relish Complements Grilled Pork Chops for a Flavorful Meal
Grilled pork chops are marinated in lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, salt, and cumin, then served with a spicy fennel relish made from charred red peppers, onion, fennel, olives, basil, and red pepper flakes.
