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Culver’s franchise in Romeoville attains corporate recognition

By Caitlin Nordahl | Jan 4, 2018

The Village of Romeoville recently highlighted the hard work and success of Ron and Debbie Dalrymple, who run the village’s Culver’s franchise and have won several regional awards from Culver’s corporate office for their store’s excellence in service.

Mobile Workforce Center making January stops in 6 Will County towns

By Caitlin Nordahl | Dec 28, 2017

The Will County Workforce Services Division said its Mobile Workforce Center, which helps county residents develop resumes and cover letters and fill out job applications when seeking employment, will be stopping in six communities in January.

Will County resident, Vietnam veteran receives IDVA volunteer award

By Caitlin Nordahl | Dec 28, 2017

Vietnam veteran John "Jack" Picciolo recently received the Illinois Veterans’ Patriotic Volunteer and Appreciation Award from the Illinois Department of Veterans' Affairs (IDVA) for his contributions to his community and the veteran community at large, according to a release from the department.

Orland Park police stepping up patrols, road-side safety checks for the holidays

By Caitlin Nordahl | Dec 18, 2017

The Orland Park Police Department said it will be increasing patrols and running road side safety checks over the holidays to keep area drivers safe.

Gillibrand PAC Supports District 3 Challenger Marie Newman

By Caitlin Nordahl | Nov 28, 2017

U.S. Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) recently offered the support of her political action committee Off the Sidelines to Illinois Congressional District 3 candidate Marie Newman, who is challenging incumbent U.S. Rep. Dan Lipinski (D-IL), according to a release.

Romeoville recreation department announces holiday events

By Caitlin Nordahl | Nov 28, 2017

Romeoville children and parents are sure to appreciate the holiday events put on by the Romeoville Recreation Department this year, including a coloring contest, letters to Santa and fun events at the Recreation Center, according to a recent Village announcement.

Will County associate judge running for vacant circuit court seat

By Caitlin Nordahl | Nov 28, 2017

Will County Associate Judge Ben Braun has filed his petitions for candidacy for the Will County Circuit Court position vacated by Judge Danial Rozak, a release said.

Bolingbrook Operation Christmas seeking donations for those in need

By Caitlin Nordahl | Nov 22, 2017

Bolingbrook’s Operation Christmas said it will continue a tradition stretching back more than four decades this December when it encourages local businesses and residents to help community members who need a little help to make the holidays special.

Special delivery: Lewis University sends admissions letters to Romeoville high schoolers via drone

By Caitlin Nordahl | Nov 17, 2017

Lewis University pioneered a new mode of college admissions delivery this month with the drone delivery of eight admissions letters to Romeoville High School students, according to a release from the university.

Mobile jobs center coming to Will County through November

By Caitlin Nordahl | Oct 31, 2017

The Mobile Workforce Center will be available in six Will County communities on a weekly basis throughou November to assist residents in need of job development services, according to a press release.

Joliet seeking a Santa Claus for annual tree giving

By Caitlin Nordahl | Oct 30, 2017

Joliet is asking for a Christmas gift from the community.

New Will County complex will house consolidated 911 dispatch services

By Caitlin Nordahl | Oct 29, 2017

The Will County Board is consolidating 911 dispatch services in a new public safety dispatch center serving 31 communities, according to a press release.

Batinick calls for schools to stop depending on property taxes

By Caitlin Nordahl | Sep 22, 2017

An unchecked reliance of property taxes is the main funding issue for Illinois public schools, Rep. Mark Batinick (R-Plainfield) said in a recent press release.

Many in Joliet area say they're glad to see Lisa Madigan go

By Caitlin Nordahl | Sep 19, 2017

Many readers of the Joliet Herald-News cheered the recent news that Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan will not seek re-election in 2018, with some going so far as calling on her father, House Speaker Michael Madigan (D-Chicago), to do the same.

Wehrli sees more business opportunity with changes to EDGE program

By Caitlin Nordahl | Sep 19, 2017

Illinois' EDGE Tax Credit Program is now more transparent and available to more businesses thanks to the recent enactment of House Bill 162, co-sponsor Rep. Grant Wehrli (R-Naperville) said in a press release.

October filled with fundraising, glass raising for Will County GOP

By Caitlin Nordahl | Sep 15, 2017

The Will County Republicans are looking to raise some funds and foam in October, according to the group's newsletter.

October promises to be busy for Will County Republicans

By Caitlin Nordahl | Sep 8, 2017

Will County Republicans and potential backers need to clear their calendar for Oct. 5, when the county GOP will offer several fundraising and social events, including opportunities to rub elbows with county board member Debbie Militello and Rep. Margo McDermed (R-Mokena), according to the organization’s website.