The Gaylord Building Historic Site is celebrating 50 years since Lockport’s downtown was placed on the National Register of Historic Places with a new exhibit featuring artwork, building histories, and local voices, showcasing the transformation of the area into a vibrant cultural destination.
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Plainfield School District seeks community input on new boundaries
The Plainfield Community Consolidated School District 202 is seeking community input to determine if there will be boundary changes for students, with the school board voting on possible changes on December 17th.
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Lockport Brewery turns Five with Beer, Music, and a Makers Market
Nik & Ivy Brewing in Lockport is celebrating its 5th anniversary with an outdoor artisan market, live music, food, and yoga, from August 22-24.
Posted inState
Local Business Spotlight Initiative Launched in Illinois’ 37th District
State Representative Patrick Sheehan has launched a new program to recognize local small businesses in Illinois’ 37th District through his social media and press releases, and presents the businesses with a certificate of recognition each month.
Posted inHealth
First case of mosquitoes and bird with West Nile virus detected in Will County
The Will County Health Department’s Environmental Health division has reported that mosquitoes and a dead bird have tested positive for West Nile virus, and residents are urged to protect themselves from mosquito bites and mosquito-borne diseases.
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Primary final vote results have been determined
The Will County Clerk’s Office released official results of the March 19 primary election, showing that several races were separated by hundreds of votes, and that the only close election was for judge to represent the county’s 12th Judicial Circuit Court 2nd Subcircuit.
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Donations for women’s supply drive
“I am grateful to United Way of Will County for helping to provide menstrual and hygiene necessities to those in need in our community,” said Avelar. “I will continue to support legislation that increases access to these products and promotes the wellbeing of families across the state.”
Posted inPolitics, State
Connor’s measure to keep clean water affordable, accessible advances
Legislation sponsored by State Senator John Connor (D-Lockport) to ensure clean water is accessible to all communities was recently advanced out of committee.
Posted inFood, Joliet, Lockport, News
Black Restaurant Week spotlights local eateries
While it is known that food is a substantial part of Black culture, it is not widely known that Chicago Black Restaurant week was founded in 2015 by Lauran Smith, a member of the City of Chicago & Mayor’s Office with a specialty in social media management who wanted to promote the Black owned restaurants and eateries that populate Chicago.
