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Morris High School, boosters team up on new Redskins scoreboard
MORRIS – Scoring runs, and giving them up, will never be the same for the Morris varsity baseball team – during games on its home field, any ...
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March 13, 2014 - 9:44 pm
Smith: Taking on the area sports happenings
T.G.'s Ten - It's been a while but I think I have enough material this week for a T.G.'s Ten column. So, without further ado let's get to it ...
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March 13, 2014 - 9:37 pm

School bus involved in accident, no students onboard
MINOOKA – Although there were no students on the Minooka Community Consolidated School District 201 school bus that was struck and overturne ...
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March 13, 2014 - 2:31 pm

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March 13, 2014 - 9:39 pm

Nightlife of yesteryear to be celebrated in Joliet
JOLIET – A pantomimist concentration camp survivor and a dry tuxedo helped put Joliet on the map.At least that’s how Earl D’Amico remembers ...
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Help the American Cancer Society finish the fight against cancer
MORRIS – The American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Grundy County gives everyone in the community a chance to help the organization save lives and ...
March 13, 2014 - 9:40 pm
Police stepping up efforts during St. Patrick's Day weekend
CHICAGO – As St. Patrick’s Day approaches, the Illinois Department of Transportation, Illinois State Police and nearly 200 local law enforcement agenc ...
March 14, 2014 - 9:44 am
Nightlife of yesteryear to be celebrated in Joliet
JOLIET – A pantomimist concentration camp survivor and a dry tuxedo helped put Joliet on the map.At ...
March 13, 2014 - 9:39 pm
New Pilot Travel Centers design receives approval
MORRIS – Pilot Travel Centers came back before the city Thursday to present yet another design revision, and this one was to the liking of the Develop ...
March 13, 2014 - 9:31 pm
Grundy County Personnel Committee discusses hires
MORRIS – The Grundy County Personnel Committee further discussed details about new administrator Heidi Miller’s contract and job description Thursday.
March 13, 2014 - 9:30 pm
Morris High School locker rooms will be renovated
MORRIS – Morris Community High School District 101’s capital improvement plan focuses on areas of the high school which need improvement.
March 13, 2014 - 9:30 pm
Morris woman mourns loss of dog killed in attack
MORRIS – For almost a month now, Mavis Hughes’ cat Chloe wanders around her house, meowing loudly and pawing at the back door.
March 13, 2014 - 9:36 pm
Kindergarten registration available soon in Saratoga
MORRIS – Kindergarten registration is fast approaching for area schools.Saratoga School is requestin ...
March 12, 2014 - 9:32 pm
Women in Business After Hours event set
MORRIS – The Women in Business group will meet this month at 5:30 p.m. March 26 at Montage Wine Bar & Tasting Room.
March 12, 2014 - 9:31 pm
Grundy County Health Board to meet this week
MORRIS – A meeting of the Grundy County Board of Health will be held at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 19. The meeting will take place in the Grundy Count ...
March 12, 2014 - 9:32 pm

Gerald Swindle is one of the finest men in fishing
A few days ago I was once again looking at the final standings from the 2014 Bassmaster Classic. The event finished up the weekend of Feb. 22 and 23. ...
March 13, 2014 - 9:41 pm
Smith: Taking on the area sports happenings
T.G.'s Ten - It's been a while but I think I have enough material this week for a T.G.'s Ten column. So, without further ado let's get to it.
March 13, 2014 - 9:37 pm
Morris High School, boosters team up on new Redskins scoreboard
MORRIS – Scoring runs, and giving them up, will never be the same for the Morris varsity baseball team – during games on its home field, anyway.
March 13, 2014 - 9:44 pm
Regional goal set for Morris baseball in 2014
MORRIS – What the Morris varsity team did not accomplish during a 27-7 season in 2013 is as paramount in the minds of the Redskins as what it did.
March 13, 2014 - 9:30 pm
Sports briefs
Morris Warriors to hold sign-ups on SaturdayFrom 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, the Morris Warriors youth fo ...
March 12, 2014 - 9:33 pm
Minooka boys track team excels at Mustang Relays
On Monday night at the 11th annual Mustang Relays Indoor Track Meet, the Minooka boys track team had several outstanding efforts.
March 12, 2014 - 9:32 pm
Johnson: Fast start, abrupt halt to local winter hoops season
Much like March is supposed to (but probably won’t this year), the local prep basketball season came in like a lion and went out like a lamb.
March 12, 2014 - 9:20 pm
Shaw heads up local wrestling contingent headed to state
MORRIS – Shabbona eighth grade 112-pound wrestler Connor Shaw was one of nine area wrestlers to win a sectional championship this past weekend, in the ...
March 12, 2014 - 9:24 pm
Johnson: Newark grad Anderson feeling the ‘Madness’
If you think you’re excited for the start of the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament, imagine how the residents of Newark who know Kyle Anderson are feel ...
March 11, 2014 - 8:42 pm
Jurasits named unanimous All-NIB12E girls selection
Bailey seemed to be the key name in regards to the Northern Illinois Big 12 girls basketball teams this winter.
March 11, 2014 - 8:33 pm

County to set aid for tornado relief
Gov. Pat Quinn announced Wednesday the state would provide $45 million in state money to help Illinois local governments recover from November’s torna ...
March 5, 2014 - 9:41 pm
State interstates speed limit increases to 70 mph
As of Wednesday, a new law increased the speed limit on state interstates from 65 mph to 70 mph.The ...
Jan. 1, 2014 - 9:24 pm
New and familiar faces populate GOP ballot for Gov.
After the holidays, Illinois voters will be treated to another dizzying season – one that involves campaign ads, stump speeches and soundbites.
Jan. 1, 2014 - 9:01 pm

Another View: U.S. economy continues to underperform
February’s job creation figures released recently by the Bureau of Labor Statistics underline the continuing pathetic state of the American job market ...
March 13, 2014 - 9:41 pm
Porter: Dieting tips you may want to ignore
I’ve been on my diet for two weeks and so far, I’ve lost three friends. I only had four to start with and one’s on vacation.
March 13, 2014 - 9:43 pm
Letter to the editor: I Care thanks supporters
To the Editor:Over 25 years ago, two men had an idea on how to use their talents to serve others. Ou ...
March 12, 2014 - 9:33 pm
Mullen: Do men get womenopause?
“You’ve got all the symptoms,” Sue said.“The symptoms of what?“MFS.”“MFS? I feel fine.”“Sure, now yo ...
March 12, 2014 - 9:33 pm
Our View: Be prepared for disaster
Although there is snow in the forecast this week, Monday gave us a glimpse into what spring will feel like when it’s sprung.
March 11, 2014 - 8:46 pm
Reeder: Migration hurting the 'Land of Lincoln'
SPRINGFIELD – One of my favorite books is John Steinbeck’s “The Grapes of Wrath.”In that epic tome, ...
March 11, 2014 - 8:46 pm
Miller: Quinn’s practices very questionable
“There was no money allocated at all before the election of 2010,” Gov. Pat Quinn told Chicago TV reporter Charles Thomas about allegations the govern ...
March 10, 2014 - 9:20 pm
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March 10, 2014 - 9:02 pm
FDA proposes new food labels
Shaw Media recently posted an article about proposed changes to Nutrition Facts food labels. The proposed changes are only recommendations at this poi ...
March 10, 2014 - 5:25 pm
Re-examining the SAT test
Less than a decade after it started requiring students to write an essay as part of the SAT, the College Board announced Wednesday that it is eliminat ...
March 7, 2014 - 9:57 pm

LyondellBasell fills We Care’s pantry
MORRIS – LyondellBasell employees helped We Care purchase over 3,605 pounds of food from Northern Illinois Food Bank and provided volunteers to unload ...
March 12, 2014 - 9:34 pm
Morris house gets Heritage Home designation
MORRIS – The latest Heritage Home to be recognized by Morris Downtown Development Partnership is a classic bungalow with an interesting ownership stor ...
March 13, 2014 - 1:26 pm
Regional Office of Education Spelling Bee has two champs
MORRIS – The 2014 Grundy/Kendall Regional Office of Education Spelling Bee was held Feb. 22 at the Grundy County Administration Center.
March 7, 2014 - 9:57 pm
Kindergarten roundup registration available
MINOOKA -- The Minooka School District 201 will be holding kindergarten “roundup” for the 2014/2015 school year from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. March 14.
March 5, 2014 - 9:53 pm
Senior Companions make independence a reality.
JOLIET – Catholic Charities’ Senior Companion Program (SCP) is a free service available to older adults who are homebound and living in Grundy County.
March 5, 2014 - 9:54 pm
Grundy County Earth Expo set Saturday
MORRIS – The 23rd annual Grundy County Earth Expo will be held this weekend. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. ...
March 5, 2014 - 9:54 pm
Minooka High School business organization members shine at conference
MINOOKA – Congratulations are extended to the 10-member team of Minooka Community High School’s chapter of the Future Business Leaders of America (FBL ...
Feb. 26, 2014 - 9:46 pm
Theatre Guild distributes scholarship application
Theatre Guild distributes scholarship applicationsThe Morris Theatre Guild Inc. has distributed ...
Feb. 26, 2014 - 9:47 pm
Illinois Sheriffs’ Association announces annual scholarship
MORRIS – The Illinois Sheriffs’ Association announced it will be awarding more than 106 college scholarships throughout the state to students wishing ...
Feb. 25, 2014 - 9:53 pm
White Oak Elementary School releases 2nd quarter honor roll
MORRIS – The following students made White Oak Elementary School Honor Roll for the second quarter of the 2013-2014 school year.
Feb. 25, 2014 - 9:54 pm

Church bulletins
Grace Lutheran Church Lenten WorkshopMORRIS -- Grace Lutheran Church will gather for midweek Lenten ...
March 14, 2014 - 9:41 am
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Grace Lutheran Church Lenten WorkshopMORRIS -- Grace Lutheran Church will gather for midweek Lenten ...
March 6, 2014 - 9:00 pm
Church bulletins
Coal City church to hold ‘Hallelujah’ Soup Supper COAL CITY – Coal City United Methodist Church, 680 ...
Feb. 13, 2014 - 9:21 pm
Catholic Charities introduces supportive services for veteran families
JOLIET – Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet recently started offering a program to provide supportive services for veteran families (SSVF).
Feb. 13, 2014 - 9:22 pm
My Father's House of Prayer hires new pastor
MORRIS – My Father’s House of Prayer of Morris will have a new senior pastor starting Feb. 16.The ch ...
Feb. 7, 2014 - 9:51 pm
Winter retreat to be held for scouts
JOLIET – The Joliet Diocesan Catholic Committee on Scouting invites all youth members of scouting organizations to attend a winter retreat from 9 a.m. ...
Jan. 23, 2014 - 10:08 pm
Catholic schools host breakfast at University of St. Franics
JOLIET – The Catholic schools of the Diocese of Joliet each sent a representative to the University of St. Francis on Jan. 17 to participate in a pray ...
Jan. 23, 2014 - 10:08 pm
Immaculate Conception celebrates Catholic Schools Week
MORRIS – Immaculate Conception School will celebrate Catholic Schools Week beginning Saturday and continuing through Jan. 31.
Jan. 23, 2014 - 10:08 pm
Church bulletins
United Methodist soup supper set for Saturday COAL CITY – Coal City United Methodist Church, 6805 E. ...
Jan. 2, 2014 - 9:23 pm
Winners of Patriot’s Pen Essay Contest
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Jan. 3, 2014 - 9:55 pm

New Morris Dollar Tree looks to become part of community
The most recent Grundy County Chamber of Commerce & Industry Business Spotlight features the new Dollar Tree in Morris.
March 10, 2014 - 9:13 pm
Gagliardo: Behavioral Health Alliance providing for Grundy County
MORRIS – One of the networks the Community Foundation of Grundy County is actively involved with is the Behavioral Health Alliance (BHA) of Grundy Cou ...
March 10, 2014 - 9:13 pm
Local agribusiness professional attends 87th annual conference
DECATUR – Randal S. Fransen, AFM of First National Bank of Dwight, joined about 130 agribusiness professionals at the 87th Annual Meeting of the Illin ...
March 3, 2014 - 9:38 pm
Open house for the Baums
As some have heard, Jim and Carol Baum are fully retiring and moving to New Hampshire in late March.
March 3, 2014 - 9:37 pm
Starved Rock Lodge Voted Best in the Midwest for a Meeting
UTICA – Starved Rock Lodge (located in Starved Rock State Park) was voted the Best Lodge in the Midwest for a Meeting.
Feb. 24, 2014 - 9:43 pm
Riverside Medical Center is among top five percent of hospitals in nation according to Healthgrades
KANKAKEE – Healthgrades announced last month that Riverside Medical Center has received the 2014 Distinguished Hospital Award for Clinical Excellence™ ...
Feb. 24, 2014 - 9:36 pm

Fishing for flavor: Look to the sea for dinner possibilities during Lent
Lent is a time when less can mean more, especially in the kitchen. Going without need not be faced w ...
March 12, 2014 - 9:27 pm
Breakfast for dinner, a trend with a new name: Brinner
Maybe it’s time for brunch to make way for brinner.The “brunch” concept has been around since the 18 ...
March 6, 2014 - 8:44 pm
Head over heels for flan
MINNEAPOLIS – We’ve always believed that baking should be fun, with the best recipes being both entertaining to prepare and delicious to eat.
March 3, 2014 - 9:37 pm
Make your own doggone good treats
If you’re head over heels in love your dog – and these days in pet-obsessed America, who isn’t? – you can show it with treats.
Feb. 19, 2014 - 8:38 pm
Dress up plain chocolate layers for a cake worthy of your valentine
Love means never having to fuss over a Valentine’s Day dessert. It doesn’t mean ignoring the holiday’s sweet factor. Instead, take a basic chocolate c ...
Feb. 12, 2014 - 9:14 pm
Reap easy desserts from the brief Girl Scout selling season
I should probably not be confessing this during Girl Scout cookie season, but I was nearly kicked out of Brownies.
Jan. 29, 2014 - 9:49 pm
Warm up this winter with some Mexican hot chocolate
Many mornings this winter have found me making like a Mexican grandmother and making Mexican hot chocolate.
Jan. 22, 2014 - 10:30 pm
Take a pork shoulder, roast it, then break it into 4 recipes
It’s a familiar kitchen economy strategy: Roast a chicken (or buy a rotisserie bird at the supermarket), then turn it into three meals.
Jan. 16, 2014 - 10:42 pm
10 tips for eating healthier in 2014
It’s a new year and a good time to start living a healthier lifestyle.Health experts, food bloggers ...
Jan. 8, 2014 - 10:11 pm

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