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Our Story: How it all started… Movies 10 (2003-2006) On Sunday, September 28, 2003, we unloaded a 14′ trailer at Movies 10 in Bradley, IL. Armed with a vision to create environments that help people find their way back to God, little did we know all that God had in store for us and the church…

Alexis Kessler has been an ambassador since September 2021 and recently took the role of Young Professional Network chair. Alexis is a Realtor at McColly Bennett Real Estate, where she finds joy in helping home buyers and sellers move from one chapter of their life to another. She is originally from Sandusky, Ohio, home of…

“As your local State Farm Insurance Agent, I’m here to help with all things insurance in Kankakee, IL, including Auto, Homeowners, Condo, Renters, Personal Articles, Pet, Business and Life & Health Insurance! Our State Farm office primarily serves Kankakee, IL, and the surrounding areas of Bradley, Bourbonnais, Manteno, Kankakee County, Chicago and the South Suburbs.…

Each year, dozens of Kankakee and Iroquois County volunteers oversee the distribution of United Way dollars through an annual process called Community Investment. Kankakee, Ill. – United Way of Kankakee and Iroquois Counties is currently seeking Kankakee and Iroquois county residents to serve as Community Investment Volunteers. These volunteers get a first-hand look at the…

Event offers scholarships and chance to build professional networks, careers in STEM CHICAGO Feb. 20, 2023 – With Women’s History Month just around the corner, ComEd is excited to announce the return of its signature science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) program for future women’s history-makers, the ComEd EV Rally. Young women in Illinois can…

(left to right: Phillips Chevrolet President Curtis Pascarella, Frankfort Park District Fundraising & Community Outreach Coordinator Julie Sullivan, Frankfort Park District Athletics Supervisor Beth Nagel, and Phillips Chevrolet General Manager Mike Maheras) Phillips Chevrolet is a proud sponsor of the Frankfort Park District’s Youth Basketball and Flag Football Programs. Park District representatives visited the dealership…

Since 1897, Ascension Saint Mary Kankakee has delivered specialty care and 24/7 emergency care with a level II adult and pediatric trauma center. We provide advanced surgical care for serious and life-threatening injuries and illnesses. Our care teams listen to understand your health needs and deliver care that’s right for you. Ascension Saint Mary Kankakee…

UNPACKING THE OLIVET MISSION With more than 4,000 universities in America, does it really matter which one a student chooses to attend? Dr. Kent Olney With more than 4,000 universities in America, does it really matter which one a student chooses to attend? Preparation, development and pursuit of one’s life passion can occur regardless of where one earns…

Illinois businesses are facing many challenges in today’s economic environment. With the threat of natural disasters, pandemics, and other unforeseen events, it’s more important than ever for business owners to have proper insurance coverage in place. One type of coverage that all businesses should consider is business interruption insurance.   Business interruption insurance is designed…

“Sand and sediment flow into the river, and being caught by fallen trees, begin to form a sand bar, turning the sand bar into an island, and redirecting the flow of water.” According to conference organizers Frank Koehler and Angel Crawford, “the time is now to address these challenges and protect the areas’ greatest asset…