1 Veterans Pkwy, New Lenox, IL, 60451

Join the pack and stomp over to the Lightways Hospice 5K Family Fun Run on Sat. June 1 at the New Lenox Commons, 1 Veterans Parkway in New Lenox. It will be a dino-mite time to raise funds for Lightways’ Pediatric Care Program. A special Dino Dash race will be held for ages 13 and under. Sponsorships are also available which include entry tickets and signage.&nbsp; 





Sign up today for some prehistoric fun! Registration deadline is May 10 to guarantee your shirt size. $35 adults ($45 day of) Kids 3-13 $15 ($20 day of) Under 3 free to participate but will not receive a goodie bag or t shirt.&nbsp; Pets on a leash and strollers are welcome.&nbsp;
Visit the website lightways.org/lightways5K or call 815-740-4104 for more details. 
Gather your dino-loving friends and family for this great event. It will be a roaring good time!

Local Event: Lightways Family Fun Run Walk 5k-Dinosaur Style

Joliet

Illinois

Lightways Family Fun Run Walk 5k-Dinosaur Style

Saturday May 4, 2024: Join the pack and stomp over to the Lightways Hospice 5K Family Fun Run on Sat. June 1 at the New Lenox Commons, 1...

VFW Post 9545

Flipside is a talented Party Dance Band that plays various music from the ’50s through the ’80s: Rock n Roll, Motown, Blues, and Rockabilly Pop. "We play&nbsp;songs that people relate to and sing along with. So come party with us and dance the night away. Bring your dance shoes for a fun time of music and dancing."
Enjoy our $3 domestic bottles and $12 Domestic 5 Bottle Bucket Specials. 12 beers on tap include Craft Beers, single-serve wines, and plenty of Seltzers. While you are here, try our slots; you could win $500 on a single spin! Our Slot players have won over $8 Million! <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.vfwpost9545.org/?fbclid=IwAR3E7x8SDHrLO0_-V-zkBAJnPS9-MBZt-jFDdFQ9SeKFuJsEkbAWAgl9QdA" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/vfwpost9545</a> Enjoy great sounds live. 

The band starts at 7 pm. NO COVER, PUBLIC WELCOME!! 21+

Local Event: NL VFW Hosts the Band “Flipside” In The Bar. No Cover, Public Welcome 21+

New Lenox

NL VFW Hosts the Band “Flipside” In The Bar. No...

Saturday May 4, 2024: Flipside is a talented Party Dance Band that plays various music from the ’50s through the ’80s: Rock n Roll, Motown,...

NL VFW Hosts the Band “Flipside” In The Bar. No Cover, Public Welcome 21+

<h1>NL VFW&nbsp;Post 9545&nbsp;</h1>
<h1>“Queen of Hearts Raffle!”&nbsp;</h1>
<h1>You don't have to wait until Sunday to buy a ticket.&nbsp;</h1><h1>Tickets are available for purchase in the bar throughout&nbsp;the day, every day, Also at Tuesday Night Bingo, and Friday Fish Fry. The&nbsp;Sunday drawing is at 4 pm sharp!</h1>
Posted by <a href="https://vfwpost9545.org/author/larry/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LARRY PAVEZA</a> on <a href="https://vfwpost9545.org/2024/01/14/post-9545-queen-of-hearts-raffle-tickets-on-sale-all-day-every-day-for-the-sunday-raffle/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JANUARY 14, 2024</a>
We have replaced the Jackpot raffle with the “Queen of Hearts raffle!” Many more ways to win. Tickets are still $5ea or 5 for $20. But the good news is that they are on sale from 5 pm Sunday every day until 3:45 pm the following Sunday. The winner need not be present to win*. Ticket purchase is evidence of the Player’s Agreement to the game rules! See the game rules below for details and additional ways to win. 
You get 100% of your prize if you are present and win. The number listed is the weekly prize available. Please follow the guidelines for properly filling out your ticket, or it could be voided.
Click on the link to see the guidelines. 
<h2><a href="https://vfwpost9545.org/2024/01/14/post-9545-queen-of-hearts-raffle-tickets-on-sale-all-day-every-day-for-the-sunday-raffle/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://vfwpost9545.org/2024/0...</a></h2>

Local Event: NL VFW “Queen of Hearts Raffle!” The Pot is “$10,650.” Tickets are on sale every day!!!!

NL VFW “Queen of Hearts Raffle!” The Pot is...

Sunday May 5, 2024: NL VFW&nbsp;Post 9545&nbsp;
“Queen of Hearts Raffle!”&nbsp;
You don't have to wait until Sunday to buy a...

NL VFW “Queen of Hearts Raffle!” The Pot is “$10,650.” Tickets are on sale every day!!!!

The Village Christian Church Minooka

Many families are struggling to bring food to the table. That is why The Village Christian Church is partnering with <a href="https://solvehungertoday.org/" data-wpel-link="external" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Northern Illinois Food Bank</a> and will host a Mobile Food Pantry at the <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/dir//The+Village+Christian+Church,+8965+Bell+Rd,+Minooka,+IL+60447/@41.4255956,-88.3217238,18807m/data=!3m1!1e3!4m8!4m7!1m0!1m5!1m1!1s0x880e8f6d36b1a27f:0x3047dc44d7a3f5e2!2m2!1d-88.2525743!2d41.4255533" data-wpel-link="external" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Minooka Campus</a>, 8965 South Bell Road, on Monday, May 6, 5 pm.
Families in the Channahon, Minooka, and surrounding communities will be able to get enough groceries (bread, dairy, meats, veggies) for a week or two.
Distribution will be first come first served. There is no registration, proof of income or I.D. required.

Local Event: Mobile Food Pantry

Channahon-Minooka

Mobile Food Pantry

Monday May 6, 2024: Many families are struggling to bring food to the table. That is why The Village Christian Church is partnering with...

T-Mobile Tuesdays app

T-Mobile customers: <a href="https://ad.doubleclick.net/ddm/trackclk/N3671.274030PATCHMEDIA/B31748593.392243452;dc_trk_aid=584247897;dc_trk_cid=214110639;dc_lat=;dc_rdid=;tag_for_child_directed_treatment=;tfua=;ltd=;dc_tdv=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">download the T Life app</a> and go to T-Mobile Tuesdays to get free stuff and great perks from the brands you love, including food, gas, entertainment, and more.
Photo Credit: Courtesy of T-Mobile

Local Event: T-Mobile Tuesdays: Get Delighted Every Week

T-Mobile Tuesdays: Get Delighted Every Week

Tuesday May 7, 2024: T-Mobile customers: download the T Life app and go to T-Mobile Tuesdays to get free stuff and great perks from the...

Bronkberry Farms & Greenhouse, 18061 Bronk Rd, Plainfield, IL, 60586

Cousins Maine Lobster Truck as seen on Shark Tank will be at Bronkberry Farms May 7th from 12-7pm.&nbsp; Come on out and try an incredible lobster roll and some lobster bisque soup.&nbsp; Other food options available. Grab some food enjoy it in our Open Air pavilion. Then shop our greenhouse &amp;&nbsp;General Store! Don't forget to visit our Farm Animals!&nbsp;

Local Event: Bronkberry Farms

Plainfield

Bronkberry Farms

Tuesday May 7, 2024: Cousins Maine Lobster Truck as seen on Shark Tank will be at Bronkberry Farms May 7th from 12-7pm.&nbsp; Come on out...

Quality Inn Morris I-80

New for 2024!&nbsp;&nbsp;Your favorite record dealers with LP's &amp; 45's; rare performances on CD &amp; DVD; bargain vinyl and used CD's too. Full room of vendors with a wide range of genres and prices. Rare collectibles, back catalogs and top of the charts favorites. Buy - sell - trade your records!
11 May 2024 (Saturday) Morris Vinyl Record Show
Quality Inn 200 Gore Rd Morris, IL 60450 Hours 10 AM to 4 PM. Admission $2

Local Event: Morris Vinyl Record Show

Morris Vinyl Record Show

Saturday May 11, 2024: New for 2024!&nbsp;&nbsp;Your favorite record dealers with LP's &amp; 45's; rare performances on CD &amp; DVD;...

Interested in a career as a Paralegal? Attend this online information session to learn more about DePaul's <a href="https://grad.depaul.edu/portal/cpe?cmd=course&amp;courseid=8ecf74c9-b70c-c2a7-8be7-fd81297812e2&amp;utm_source=patch&amp;utm_medium=event" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Paralegal Studies Certificate Program</a>. This 17-week program focuses on the practical skills and legal fundamentals needed to succeed as a paralegal. We will discuss details about the program curriculum and the benefits of earning a certificate from DePaul. You'll receive a discount code on the cost of tuition when you attend the information session. Sign up <a href="https://grad.depaul.edu/register/?id=8b43ea41-d3e8-4018-990a-0269839fe80c&amp;utm_source=patch&amp;utm_medium=event" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">here</a>.

Local Event: Become a Paralegal

South Side

Become a Paralegal

Tuesday May 14, 2024: Interested in a career as a Paralegal? Attend this online information session to learn more about DePaul's Paralegal...

Master the field of Human Resources. Whether you're looking to launch a new career in HR or advance your current HR career, you'll want to get certified. DePaul University offers three flexible, expert-led programs to fit your needs:&nbsp;<ul><li><a href="https://grad.depaul.edu/portal/cpe?cmd=course&amp;courseid=cedbda26-6095-0739-dc3b-11c2a0aded6f&amp;utm_source=patch&amp;utm_medium=event" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Foundations in Human Resources Certificate Program</a> provides the foundations of Human Resources knowledge for professionals early in HR careers and helps them prepare for the Association Professional in Human Resources (aPHR) certification exam.&nbsp;</li><li><a href="https://grad.depaul.edu/portal/cpe?cmd=course&amp;courseid=5da520a6-87b0-2bed-a1cd-c172777119c1&amp;utm_source=patch&amp;utm_medium=event" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Human Resources Competencies Certificate Program</a> teaches the competencies and knowledge defined by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) to prepare HR professionals for certification and success in human resource positions.&nbsp;</li><li><a href="https://grad.depaul.edu/portal/cpe?cmd=course&amp;courseid=109ca2ac-b3ea-853f-d9d4-3c335998fd7a&amp;utm_source=patch&amp;utm_medium=event" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Professional in Human Resources Certificate Program</a> teaches the knowledge required of todays’ HR professionals and supports career advancement by building confidence for managing HR challenges. Prepare for the PHR and SPHR certification examinations offered by the Human Resources Certification Institute (HRCI).&nbsp;</li></ul>
Join us at this one-hour, virtual information session to learn what it takes to earn your certificate in human resources. Sign up <a href="https://grad.depaul.edu/register/?id=f0284982-b66a-4e32-bfa0-a30656371764&amp;utm_source=patch&amp;utm_medium=event" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">here</a>.

Local Event: Master the Field of Human Resources

Master the Field of Human Resources

Wednesday May 15, 2024: Master the field of Human Resources. Whether you're looking to launch a new career in HR or advance your current HR...

Hollywood Casino & Hotel Joliet

Tickets for the 3rd annual Will County Beer and Bourbon Fest, presented by Blue Ribbon Products, are now available. The event will feature over 100 different kinds of beer and bourbon available to sample, as well as food available for purchase.
Will County Beer and Bourbon Fest, held June 8th outside Hollywood Casino in Joliet, will benefit Will County Habitat for Humanity's Veterans Build program. Last year's Beer and Bourbon Fest raised $138,500.
Live music will include Eve Casino, Righteous Hillbillies, Crooked Tails, The Chicago Blues Angels, The Steepwater Band, Cheryl Rodey, Tom and Becky Duo, David Francis and Colleen Wild, and Ryan Hegarty. 
"This amazing event brings the community together in support of Will County Habitat for Humanity's Veteran Build programs," Will County Habitat for Humanity Executive Director Nicole Murray said. "A safe and stable home is vital for the success of every family. Supporting the Will County Beer &amp; Bourbon Fest is not only an investment in our community but helps local veterans in need."
Tickets to the Will County Beer and Bourbon Fest are $75 ($65 early bird) for general admission and $125 for VIP. Admission includes entrance from 12pm-5pm (11am VIP), a commemorative glass, samples of beer and bourbon, food available for purchase, live music, vendors, and games. 
For more information about the event, visit: <a href="https://bit.ly/49i3jtJ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/49i3jtJ</a>.

Local Event: Beer and Bourbon Fest 2024

Beer and Bourbon Fest 2024

Saturday June 8, 2024: Tickets for the 3rd annual Will County Beer and Bourbon Fest, presented by Blue Ribbon Products, are now available....

Plainfield South High School

It's that time of year - register for the 2024 Car <a href="https://www.facebook.com/bluehousebandcarshow?__tn__=-]K" role="link" tabindex="0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Blue House Band Car Show</a> TODAY! For some details, watch our <a href="https://fb.watch/rLM_RGc_lg/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Promo Video</a> and to register visit&nbsp;<a href="https://pshsbandboostershop.square.site/events" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">https://pshsbandboostershop.square.site/events</a>

Local Event: 2024 Car Blue House Band Car Show

2024 Car Blue House Band Car Show

Saturday June 8, 2024: It's that time of year - register for the 2024 Car Blue House Band Car Show TODAY! For some details, watch our Promo...

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Hi neighbors, licensed massage therapist and owner of Kobi's Massage Therapist here. Mother's Day is approaching quickly. Our mother's day massage and pamper kit makes for an amazing way to show mom you appreciate her.&nbsp;
Purchase your mother's day massage and pamper kit today! Photo of pamper kit below. Kit will be given at the beginning of the session. Feel free to extend your pampering after your massage at home. 
E-gift certificate
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Ready to book session on mother's day or any day in May! 
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We are celebrating MOM all May!!!! 
Looking forward to pampering Mother's all month long!

Massage Therapy Service 

Hi neighbors, licensed massage therapist and owner of Kobi's Massage Therapist here. Mother's Day is approaching quickly. Our mother's day massage...

WILL COUNTY SHERIFF&rsquo;S MERIT COMMISSION IS NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR DEPUTY SHERIFF
WRITTEN TEST DATE (ELECTRONICALLY FROM YOUR LOCATION): May 13, 2024 to May 17, 2024
 DEADLINE TO APPLY: May 8, 2024 
Starting salary: $69,541 with benefits and uniforms
Applications must be downloaded from the Sheriff&rsquo;s website at: <a href="http://www.willcosheriff.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.willcosheriff.org</a>. 
Applications must have official sealed college transcripts or be sent electronically directly from the college or Military DD214/DD215 AND the non-refundable processing fee attached. Mail or hand deliver the application and requirements to the Will County Merit Commission office at the address listed on the application before the deadline. *There is a drop box at the front of the building available 24/7.
All applicants will be notified by e-mail with the test details after their application has been reviewed and accepted. 
The Will County Sheriff&rsquo;s Department is an equal opportunity employer.

Frankfort

WCSP Deputy Test Scheduled

WILL COUNTY SHERIFF’S MERIT COMMISSION IS NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR DEPUTY SHERIFF...

Company Name: M.O. Graphics
Location:&nbsp;21605 S Schoolhouse Rd&nbsp;New Lenox, Illinois 60451
Job Type: Full &amp; Part&nbsp;Time Vinyl Graphics Production&nbsp;
M.O. Graphics&nbsp;is seeking talented&nbsp;Vinyl Graphics Production&nbsp;people to join our dynamic team.&nbsp; Duties including running our production equipment, including digital&nbsp;printers, laminators, plotters and assembling graphics for installation.&nbsp;
Qualifications: 
<ul><li>Previous experience in Vinyl Graphics Production is preferred but not required. Training will be provided for the right candidates.</li><li>Attention to detail.</li><li>Ability to work independently and as part of a team.</li><li>Excellent problem-solving skills.</li><li>Basic knowledge of design software is a plus.</li><li>Strong communication and customer service skills.</li></ul>
Benefits:
<ul><li>Competitive compensation based on experience.</li><li>Opportunities for professional growth and development.</li><li>A supportive and collaborative work environment. </li><li>Health, dental, and retirement benefits.</li><li>Vacation and Holiday pay for Full-Time Employees.</li><li>On-the-job training and continuous skill development. </li></ul>
How to Apply:
If you're ready to bring your skills and enthusiasm&nbsp;to a company that values craftsmanship and creativity, we invite you to apply. Please either call 815-462-4141, Stop in&nbsp;or email <a href="mailto:kpetrie@mo-graphics.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">kpetrie@mo-graphics.com</a>

Graphics Production

Ruby Street Bridge Out Of Service For Months:...

Detour routes have been posted. Drivers are advised to use caution and seek alternate routes when traveling in the area.

Ruby Street Bridge Out Of Service For Months: Joliet 

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Joliet Child's Heroin Death: 'Was It An...

Mya King, age 12, died of a heroin overdose April 17. Joliet police arrested her mother, but State's Attorney Glasgow has not filed charges.

Joliet Child's Heroin Death: 'Was It An Accident? Was It On Purpose?'

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Huge Fentanyl Bust In Minooka, 2 Men Charged:...

Grundy Sheriff Ken Briley said one of the criminal defendants, Christopher Sherry of Homer Glen, may need to get his legs amputated. 

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$1.2 Million: Joliet's 'Sprawling Contemporary...

"Every moment spent in this sanctuary is a testament to the art of gracious living," proclaims Adam Stary of The Stary Group. 

$1.2 Million: Joliet's 'Sprawling Contemporary Masterpiece' For Sale 

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Rename Starved Rock? Not So Fast, Morris...

“It is vital that we honor the important history of Starved Rock State Park,” declared Sen. Sue Rezin, the Morris Republican. 

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