Exelon Foundation Green Lab Grants Program Application Closes on September 22nd
As part of its ongoing commitment to investing in the future workforce, the Exelon Foundation, in partnership with the Museum of Science and Industry, launched the Green Lab Grants program in 2021. The grant provides up to $50,000 in funding to schools and nonprofit organizations that operate out of school programs – serving Title I-eligible…
Saving Tips to Manage Energy Use During Upcoming Heat Wave
CHICAGO (Aug. 21, 2023) – With weather forecasts predicting multiple days of temperatures exceeding 90°F, ComEd is prepared to deliver safe and reliable electric service and offers tips to help families manage energy use for the remainder of the warm-weather season. “At ComEd, keeping energy bills affordable is just as important as delivering reliable electricity,”…
ConvergeU… developing leaders, and fostering service.
Are you ready to invest in your professional growth and join a tribe of growing leaders? Then ConvergeU is the perfect fit! ConvergeU is designed to identify, nurture and promote leaders in the Kankakee County area. The program will develop informed and committed leaders by providing participants with an understanding of the critical issues affecting Kankakee…
Food Truck Fest Rolls into Bourbonnais
FOOD TRUCK FESTRolls into Bourbonnais Free community event welcomes all ages! Bourbonnais, IL – The third annual Bourbonnais Food Truck Fest rolls into town, Saturday, August 19, from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. Due to current Community Campus construction underway on the Bourbonnais Municipal Center grounds, this year’s event will be held on location at…
Board Spotlight – Brandi Kaner
Ambassador Spotlight Brandi Kaner Ascension Saint Mary – Kankakee Community Benefit Manager Brandi Kaner was born and raised in Kankakee County and resides in Bourbonnais with her husband Mark, their two sons Preston (12) and Bryce (10) and daughter Gianna (3). Brandi earned her Associate of Arts degree from Kankakee Community College and her Bachelor…
Ambassador Spotlight – Lindy Casey
Ambassador Spotlight Lindy Casey In February of 2018, Lindy was welcomed as the first Marketing & Public Engagement Manager for the Village of Bourbonnais. In her multifaceted role, she develops communications aimed at informing and engaging residents, promotional support for local businesses, and aiding in efforts to increase the quality of life in Bourbonnais and…
Mobile Pantry Pops up Thursday in Bourbonnais
Mobile Pantry Pops up Thursday in Bourbonnais Secret Food Pantry returns August 17 Bourbonnais, IL – The Secret Food Pantry will host its next mobile pop-up event in the Village of Bourbonnais from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. Thursday, August 3, on Briarwood Lane. Anyone in need can come for food. There are no residential…
Partner Spotlight — Borschnack Pelletier & Co.
Partner SpotlightBorschnack Pelletier & Co. Brian L. Creek, CPA – Partner Brian began his accounting education at Kankakee Community College where he obtained an Associate’s Degree. He then completed his education at Illinois State University, graduating with a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting. Brian joined Nykiel, Carlin, & Co., Ltd. in July 1995. In 2006, Nykiel,…
Investor Spotlight — AllSource Environmental
Investor Spotlight –AllSource Environmental AllSource Environmental is a national waste & material management company that provides unique solutions for all of your waste, recycling environmental services, and industrial cleaning needs. Our experienced and professional personnel can assist you with all of your regulated and non-regulated waste streams as well as industrial services. However, our main goal is to find beneficial reuses…
Women In Networking Spotlight — Tricia Grigas
WOMEN IN NETWORKING SPOTLIGHT Tricia Grigas Tricia joined the Kankakee County Chamber of Commerce in 2021 to expand her networking and community outreach. Since that time, she has been a member of the WIN committee, Ambassador Committee, and the Golf Outing committee. At 20 years old, Tricia started her carrier in transportation as a driver…