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.
John F. Kennedy Middle school student’s letter sparks Civil Rights lesson
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Mother’s Day Sales Surge as Consumers Opt for Traditional Gifts
Retailers are expecting a big boost in sales on Mother’s Day, with consumers likely to purchase flowers, jewelry, candy, and greeting cards to show appreciation to their mothers.
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Tournaments at Romeoville’s Athletic & Event Center to be Live Streamed
The Romeoville Village Board has approved an agreement with LiveBarn to stream sports tournaments at the Athletic & Event Center, allowing scouts and family members to watch games from anywhere with an internet connection.
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Wine of the Week: Meet Marzia Varvaglione and Varvaglione 1921 Wine of Puglia in Southern Italy
Marzia Varvaglione, Business Developer & Marketing and Sales Director of Varvaglione 1921, has been leading the way in Pugliese winemaking, producing wines that are both traditional and innovative, and has been promoting the region’s wines in over 60 countries.
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City of Joliet Arbor Day tree giveaway
The City of Joliet is celebrating Arbor Day with a tree giveaway on May 11, where residents can pick up a free sapling at Bicentennial Park or the Joliet Slammer’s Game.
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Northern Illinois Food Bank’s Free grocery distribution in Joliet
Northern Illinois Food Bank is hosting a Free PopUp Grocery Distribution in Joliet on May 11, providing groceries to 1,000 families in a drive-thru model to help those affected by rising food costs and the ending of emergency government benefits.
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Enjoy Free Summer Concerts and a Picnic at the Park
The City of Huntington Beach is hosting a free summer concert series on Fridays, featuring a variety of local bands and performers.
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Gov. Pritzker sells $1.8 Billion State Bonds
Illinois has sold $1.8 billion in General Obligation Bonds to fund capital projects and pension payments, marking the largest infrastructure program in the state’s history and a sign of its improved fiscal responsibility.
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May is Older Americans Month
Illinois is celebrating Older Americans Month by promoting meaningful connections and resources that support and benefit older adults, including senior centers, congregate dining programs, and the Illinois Care Connections program.
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City of Joliet approves installation of electric charging stations
The City of Joliet and the Heritage Corridor Convention and Visitors Bureau have finalized plans to install six electric charging stations at the Old Joliet Prison and the Route 66 Park at the Broadway Street Greenway, funded by a grant from the Illinois Tourism Bureau.
