KCC announces Distinguished Alumni Award recipient for 2024
Date: April 24, 2024 Kankakee Community College is proud to announce the recipient of the John Fulton Distinguished Alumni Award for 2024. This honor recognizes outstanding achievements and contributions of alumni who have demonstrated exceptional leadership, innovation, and impact in their respective fields. A 2012 KCC graduate, Eric Peterson, CEO and founder of Project Headspace…
Vera Amiano’s Community Garden Blooming in Bourbonnais
Bourbonnais, IL – The Village of Bourbonnais is pleased to announce the return of its community garden at Jordan Park. The six-feet-by-four-feet plots are offered to village residents to rent for $10 each and on a first come, first served basis. Applications are now available online at villageofbourbonnais.com and in person at the Administration Office…
Mobile Pantry Pops up Thursday in Bourbonnais
Bourbonnais, IL – The Secret Food Pantry will host its next mobile drive-through pantry in the Village of Bourbonnais from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. Thursday, April 25, on Briarwood Lane. Anyone in need can come for food. There are no residential or financial restrictions. The pantry instructs attendees not to arrive more than 30…
Success By 6 Presents Free Trauma & Resilience Summit
Kankakee, Ill. – Success By 6, a partnership initiative of the United Way of Kankakee & Iroquois Counties and the Community Foundation of Kankakee River Valley, is proud to announce a free Trauma & Resilience Summit on Tuesday, May 21st, from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM, hosted at Kankakee First Church of the Nazarene. This…
Shannon Moore Joins Federated Bank asAVP Community Banking Manager and Loan Officer
Onarga, IL – Federated Bank proudly announces the appointment of Shannon Moore as Assistant Vice President and Community Banking Manager, effective January 1st, 2024. Bringing over 15 years of extensive experience in the banking and mortgage lending industries, Shannon Moore is recognized for his exceptional leadership and commitment to community-focused banking solutions. Prior to joining…
Join the Movement Against Sexual Violence: Clove Alliance Seeks Volunteers
Clove Alliance, the leading organization dedicated to supporting survivors of sexual violence in the Kankakee region, is calling for community members to join its ranks as volunteers. The organization is gearing up to provide comprehensive 40-hour Sexual Violence Crisis Intervention Training, commencing on April 29, 2024, at Clove Alliance’s main office at 1440 West Court…
Ambassador Spotlight: Keegan Mraz
Keegan is Part-Owner and Operator at Fitness Premier Bourbonnais and Manteno. He plays an active role in helping clients with nutrition, assisted stretch, and 1 on 1 personal training. He has been extremely dedicated to this journey since he became a part of Fitness Premier in 2021. He has a passion for helping people live…
WIN Spotlight: Heather Ellis
Heather Ellis is the proud owner of Clean in Pink, where she is dedicated to providing residential and commercial cleaning needs. Before diving into the cleaning business world, Heather earned a business management degree from KCC and Moraine Valley. Following her father’s lead, she spent 7 years in the auto collision repair industry, learning all…
KCC Early College program student receives second Coca-Cola scholarship
Date: April 11, 2024 For the second time, Allie Kohl of Herscher has been selected to receive a Coca-Cola academic scholarship. In 2023, Kohl received a $1,000 Coca-Cola Leaders of Promise scholarship. This year, she has earned $1,500 as a Gold Scholar on Coca-Cola’s 2024 Academic Team. The award stems from Kohl’s score in the…
BOURBONNAIS PUBLIC LIBRARY HOSTING INTERVIEW AND BOOK
Join us on Monday, April 29 at 6 pm as Library Director and long-time Bourbonnais resident Kelly McCully interviews local author Amy Kemp about her new book, I See You: A Guide for Women to Make More, Have More, and Be More – Without More Work. Bring your books to have them signed or you…