“Given the long history of racial tension in the United States, which has been magnified in recent years, properly honoring Juneteenth is vitally important.
Rep. Manley honors Juneteenth
Posted inNational, News
Research shows Black women 50 and over will decide balance of power in election
By Stacy M. Brown New research by AARP in partnership with pollsters Celinda Lake, Christine Matthews, Kristen Soltis Anderson, and Margie Omero, found that only 17% of Black women have made up their mind about who they will vote for in the 2022 election. According to a news release, roughly half (53%) of these voters […]
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Wine of the Week-Chateau d’Aigueville Cotes du Rhone-$12
By Dwight Casimere Easy to drink and easy on the pocket is Chateau d’Aigueville Cotes du Rhone, a terrific red wine for summer at just under $12 a bottle. Cotes du Rhone wines from France have been sort of under the radar. They don’t get talked about as much as the celebrated Bordeaux wines and […]
Posted inEntertainment, Joliet
We Will Rock You” opens Father’s Day weekend at Bicentennial Park & Theatre
The Times Weekly, Staff Make Father’s Day weekend memorable with a rock concert and musical all-in-one! Bicentennial Park theatre is excited to present “We Will Rock You” – featuring music by British rock band Queen – on the indoor theatre for two weekends: Friday, June 17 through Sunday, June 19 (Father’s Day!) and June 24 […]
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Wayne’s Words: Father’s Day things to ponder
By Wayne Horne Father’s Day is this Sunday, June 19. It’s really not similar to Mother’s Day. Mothers need a relaxation day. Most holidays the moms work hard. Who else would make all the arrangements and prepare the meals? Most often that’s not what dads do. They watch sports, golf, or do something enjoyable most […]
Posted inBusiness, Business, Joliet, Local
Joliet Chamber/AABA, Juneteenth CEO Celebration and Awards Gala
The Times Weekly, Staff The African American Business Association of the Joliet Region Chamber of Commerce presents the Juneteenth CEO Celebration and Awards Gala Saturday June 18th, 4pm-8pm at the Clarion Convention Center in Joliet. The event will recognize eight CEO’s who have demonstrated leadership in the Will-County-Joliet community with their courage and perseverance. Keynote […]
Posted inJoliet, Local, News, Plainfield, Will County
Residents with signs in hand demand gun law changes
By Madhu Mayer The recent mass shootings around the country are prompting area residents to demand action. On Saturday, dozens rallied in Joliet as they joined others around the country demanding legislative action on stricter gun laws as part of March for Our Lives protests. Organized by Will County Progressives, the organization’s chairperson, Suzanna Ibarra, […]
Posted inLiving, News
Celebrate Father’s Day Around the Heritage Corridor
Father’s Day is Sunday! Celebrate the men in your life with some fun activities, meals and maybe some shopping along the Heritage Corridor. Sports Lover Mistwood Golf Club Browse through their shop to find something special for your father figure or grab a gift card which is good for golfing, lessons, McWethy’s Tavern and more. […]
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Bolingbrook HS Air Force ROTC earns highest rating
The Times Weekly, News service The cadets and instructors of Air Force Junior ROTC IL-091 at Bolingbrook HS earned an overall unit assessment score of Exceeds Standards during their unit evaluation on Fri. April 22. This rating is the highest rating attainable. The unit’s instructor, Master Sergeant Tim Sinnaeve (Ret.), has created a dynamic and […]
Posted inEducation, Plainfield
School Dist. 202 approves 2 new assistant principals
The District 202 Board of Education approved two new building level administrators at its Monday, June 13, 2022, regular meeting. Ethan Buege is the new Assistant Principal for Student Services at Ira Jones Middle School and Tracy Beneventi is the new Assistant Principal at Plainfield Academy beginning next school year. Beneventi opened the Academy in […]
