Hyundai Translead announced a $450 million investment to establish a new trailer manufacturing facility in Illinois, creating nearly 2,500 new jobs in the state.
Will County
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Manley hosts Judge Collette Safford at Legislative Advisory Committee for Grandparents Raising Grandchildren
State Rep. Natalie Manley hosted a meeting of the Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Legislative Advisory Committee to discuss guardianship with Will County Circuit Judge Collette Safford, and to identify areas where policy solutions could help the over 70,000 grandparents raising grandchildren in Illinois.
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Will County Clerk early voting
Early voting in Will County will end on Monday, March 16, with extended hours and 23 satellite locations available for registered voters to cast their ballots.
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TROY TOWNSHIP ASSESSOR ANNOUNCES WILL COUNTY EXEMPTION EVENT
Troy Township will host the Will County Exemption Event on April 28th, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Troy Township Community Center, offering exemptions for seniors, disabled persons, and veterans, and requiring a driver’s license or state id with current address.
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ReShawn Howard new Will County Budget and Finance Director
ReShawn Howard has been appointed as Director of the Will County Budget and Finance Department, bringing over 30 years of experience in government finance, corporate, consulting, and accounting to the role.
Posted inLifestyle
MorningStar Mission fundraiser to help the community
MorningStar Mission is hosting their annual Culinary Caravan on March 12th, offering participants an evening of dining at three local restaurants and desserts from Fleckenstein’s Bakery, with tickets available for $75.
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Mayor Noak reappointed to three National League of Cities Committees for 2026
Mayor John Noak has been reappointed to the National League of Cities’ Transportation and Infrastructure Services Federal Advocacy Committee, University Communities Council, and Council on Youth, Education, and Families, where he will play a key role in encouraging collaboration and developing resources and programs beneficial to communities across the country.
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Michelle Stiff Running for Will County Clerk Makes Her Case
Michelle Stiff, the Democratic Candidate for Will County Clerk, is running in the General Primary Election to ensure free and fair access to the voting process, modernize the electoral system, and provide fiscal discipline to save taxpayer dollars.
Posted inEducation
JJC sets new standard through ARPA grant funding
Joliet Junior College partnered with Will County to deliver $2.5 million in ARPA grant funding to students studying to work in essential roles, resulting in 928 students enrolled, 476 degrees and certificates awarded, and every dollar distributed.
Posted inOpinion
Pride of the Prairie and Plum Valley Solar Will Strengthen Will County’s Economy
The Pride of the Prairie and Plum Valley Solar projects will generate enough clean electricity to power 160,000 homes, provide $5.8 million in new tax revenue, and create economic opportunities for local businesses and communities in Will County.
