Date: June 30, 2025 The tradition of celebrating Independence Day with live music followed by fireworks will continue Friday, July 4 along the south banks of the Kankakee River. The event will include three live music performances. Kankakee Community College gates open at 4:30 p.m., and admission is $20 per carload – cash only. All…

Date: June 26, 2025 The new coordinator of equity, diversity, and inclusion at Kankakee Community College is Melany Villagomez. “Melany is passionate about student advocacy and nurturing a culture of belonging,” said Kendra Souligne, KCC director of financial aid and student engagement. “She will strive for not only the representation of all students, but to…

Explore Available Grant Opportunities $5 Million – Illinois Overflow and Sewer Grant Purpose: Supports local governments in addressing combined sewer overflows (CSOs), sanitary sewer overflows (SSOs), and stormwater management to improve water quality. Eligible Applicants:  Government Organizations. ·         No match required for: o   Rural communities (population < 10,000) o   Financially distressed communities (population <30,000 with median household income <70% of…

Cali Olshefski holds her DAISY Award® and sculpture on May 16, 2025.

June Ambassador Spotlight: Andrea Eldert Andrea Eldert brings over 25 years of experience in the mortgage industry. She began her career as a mortgage processor and eventually became a loan officer-a role she’s excelled in since joining Federated Bank in 2013. Andrea lives in Gilman with her two adorable Shih Tzu/Yorkie twins, Chewie and Tank,…