From the outset of her novel, author Catherine Adel West sets a flat tone, as if there is no color or depth to the life of her character, as if it’s forever cloudy and her days are empty. Slowly, though, as a painter creates a masterpiece, the other characters at West’s fictitious boarding house add layers of light and hue to Sara’s life, until the book seems to glow with happiness and a reader can breathe a sigh of relief.
“The Two Lives of Sara” by Catherine Adel West
Posted inEducation, Health, Living, Plainfield
Third annual Suicide Prevention Walk set
The event aims to raise awareness of suicide, honor those who have died by suicide, and show support for those who may be considering suicide and need support.
Posted inState
Union membership shows growth in Illinois
Capital News Illinois The Times Weekly, News Service As voters in Illinois prepare to decide on a State Constitutional Amendment that would guarantee workers the right to organize, a new study shows union membership in the state grew last year for the first time in four years. The analysis by the pro-union Illinois Economic Policy […]
Posted inDrivin, National, News
EV tax break incentives
The REV Act passed two months after the Climate and Equitable Jobs Act which incentivizes EV adoption, driving Pritzker’s vision to make Illinois “the best place in North America to drive and manufacture an electric vehicle.”
Posted inLiving, National, News
Legacy Home Loans to assist BLACK borrowers to become homeowners
Legacy’s SPCP loan program will be piloted in six (6) U.S. Metropolitan cities, Atlanta, Baltimore, Chicago, Detroit, Memphis, and Philadelphia. The borrowers must presently reside in a census tract of the 6 cities that has 51% or more Black population. However, there are NO -Restrictions whatsoever, as to where the Black homebuyer can purchase their new home.
Posted inBusiness, Business, Health, News, Will County
Will County opens application period for American Rescue Plan health funding
“I invite local organizations to apply for these funds as they seek to improve health outcomes for Will County residents,” said County Executive Bertino-Tarrant. “The healthcare sector played an instrumental role throughout the pandemic. These funds offer a much-needed boost to local organizations to empower their post-COVID recovery.”
Posted inLocal, News, Plainfield, Politics
Village of Plainfield election candidates
The first day to circulate petitions for the Consolidated Election is Tuesday, September 20, 2022. To receive a petition packet, please email mgibas@goplainfield.com. Packets will not be distributed prior to September 20, 2022.
Posted inHealth
Experts explain the extensive safety history that supported release of new boosters.
“I would say this testing strategy really parallels what the testing strategy is for the yearly influenza seasonal shot,” said David Martinez, an immunologist at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
Posted inLocal, News, Shorewood
Troy Township presents how to cut utility cost
This FREE presentation is full of valuable information and will be held at the Troy Township Community Center, 25448 Seil Rd. in Shorewood.
Posted inFood, Food & Wine
Vibrant Black-Eyed Pea Salad
Vibrant Black-Eyed Pea Salad Servings: 10 / Total Time: 25 mins Ingredients: Dressing: Directions: Vibrant Black-Eyed Pea Salad Recipe photo by Taste of Home
