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KANKAKEE RIVER WATERSHED CONFERENCE 2023 – THE TIME IS NOW

February 7, 2023

“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…

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Child care crisis costs Illinois’ economy nearly $5 billion 

February 6, 2023

New report details impact on working parents & employers; costs of infant-toddler care limitations have doubled since pre-COVID Feb. 2 – Infant-toddler child care challenges drain an estimated $4.9 billion from Illinois’ economy every year, significantly curtailing working parents’ income and job opportunities as well as business stability and productivity, according to a new report.…

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Harbor House hosts events for Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month

February 2, 2023

In recognition of February as Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, Harbor House, in partnership with other organizations, is hosting various events to educate teens, parents, and the community about the dating violence epidemic. “Teen dating violence impacts 1 in 3 teens and out of those affected, only 33% tell anyone,” says Jenny Schoenwetter, executive director…

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