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Grundy County OKs tax settlement

UPDATED: March 12, 2014 - 10:00 am

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March 11, 2014 - 8:35 pm
Minooka school coaches face off with Minooka police for charity games
MINOOKA – Minooka Intermediate School and Minooka Junior High School coaches schooled Minooka Police and Explorers in the Coaches vs. Copper ...
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March 11, 2014 - 8:38 pm

Earth Expo brings together Morris' children, science
MORRIS – The science behind silly putty was just one thing children attending the 23rd annual Earth Expo on Saturday in Morris could learn.“ ...
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March 10, 2014 - 8:58 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.Dollar Tree2405 Sycam ...
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March 10, 2014 - 9:13 pm

Newark wins league title, but Serena, H-BR, IC win regionals
Two post players from Newark, one a freshman and the other a senior, garnered All-Little Ten Conference girls basketball honors in recent da ...
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Blowing snow expected to cause travel issues during morning commute
A Winter Storm Warning remains in effect for Grundy County until 11 a.m. Wednesday. The National ...
March 12, 2014 - 7:10 am
Weather-related closings
The following school districts have said they are either not holding classes Wednesday, or are starting the school day late. The list will be update ...
March 12, 2014 - 7:24 am
Republican candidates vie for 75th District
MORRIS – Current state Rep. John Anthony, R-Plainfield, and current Grundy County Board Chairman Ron Severson will face off for the Republican spot in ...
March 11, 2014 - 8:33 pm
Grundy County OKs tax settlement
MORRIS – Grundy County Board Chairman Ron Severson was all smiles as he called the vote to approve the LyondellBasell property tax settlement.
UPDATED: March 12, 2014 - 10:00 am
Minooka High School board member submits resignation
MINOOKA – District 111 Minooka Community High School board member Michelle Mullen has submitted her resignation after state and county officials said ...
March 12, 2014 - 8:36 am
Morris band looks to raise money for uniforms
MORRIS – Morris Community High School marching band director Don Stinson takes great pride in how far the program has come in the five years he’s been ...
March 11, 2014 - 8:36 pm
Minooka High School board member resigns
MINOOKA – A District 111 Minooka Community High School board member will resign after county and state officials found a conflict of interest with her ...
March 11, 2014 - 12:41 pm
Kendall-Grundy Community Action Agency provides scholarships
The Kendall-Grundy Community Action Agency is offering scholarships for those looking to further their education.
March 10, 2014 - 9:13 pm
Grundy County SWCD Pond Seminar
Grundy County SWCD Pond SeminarThe Grundy County Soil & Water Conservation District along with the K ...
March 10, 2014 - 9:11 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

Sports briefs
Morris Warriors to hold sign-up for football9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, the Morris Warriors youth footbal ...
March 11, 2014 - 8:45 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
Thin depth at center concerning for Hawks
Hockey players are going to get hit, and they’re going to be slow to get up every once in a while. It happens often and to everyone.
March 10, 2014 - 9:09 pm
Newark wins league title, but Serena, H-BR, IC win regionals
Two post players from Newark, one a freshman and the other a senior, garnered All-Little Ten Conference girls basketball honors in recent days, the le ...
March 10, 2014 - 8:59 pm
Morris boys basketball happy with results, goals achieved
FAIRBURY – This is the 17th time Morris won at least 17 varsity games in a boys basketball season, per incomplete records on the IHSA website.
March 10, 2014 - 8:55 pm
Question & Answer with Morris basketball/baseball player Ricky Pelnarsh
With basketball season in the later stages of the season and, even though the ground is still full of snow, baseball season is also upon us. The first ...
March 7, 2014 - 9:44 pm
Johnson: Newman resumes role of roadblock to Irish
MANLIUS – Sterling Newman Central Catholic is the new Minonk Fieldcrest or, if you’d rather, the new Varna Midland.
March 7, 2014 - 9:48 pm
Morris falls in heartbreaker
FAIRBURY – For the second time in three years, Pontiac upset a top-seeded Morris team at a Class 3A boys basketball regional, winning 48-45 Friday at ...
March 7, 2014 - 9:43 pm
Rogers: My driveway would make a good Olympic bobsled course
I’ll be completely honest with you. Sometimes, it gets hard to think up new ideas to write about each week. This time of year is even more challenging ...
March 6, 2014 - 8:49 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
Concealed carry, medical marijuana take effect Wednesday
Two of Illinois' biggest and most controversial laws passed in 2013 – concealed carry permits and medicinal marijuana – officially take effect Wednesd ...
Dec. 30, 2013 - 11:05 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
York: Sharp focus on economy could boose GOP
Most Americans think the economy is still bad and that President Barack Obama is doing a poor job handling it.
March 7, 2014 - 9:57 pm
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March 7, 2014 - 9:46 pm
Porter: Honesty and communication are key
It occurred to me tonight that I can never lie to my girlfriend about where I have been. It has never occurred to me to lie to her, but it just now oc ...
March 6, 2014 - 8:47 pm
Warm embrace for property tax bill
Most attempts from the state legislature to put property tax controls on local taxing bodies, die an untimely death, but that’s no reason to give up.
March 6, 2014 - 8:47 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
Habitat elects new president at annual meeting
MORRIS – Grundy-Three Rivers Habitat for Humanity elected new leadership at the Annual Meeting of its Board of Directors last month.
Feb. 20, 2014 - 8:41 pm
MCHS senior named rotary club Student of the Month for January
MINOOKA – Congratulations are extended to Minooka Community High School senior Matthew Garcia-Thompson for being named the Channahon-Minooka Rotary C ...
Feb. 14, 2014 - 10:02 pm

Church Bulletins
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
Catholic Charities offers help to those affected by tornados
Catholic Charities has been offering assistance to those in Diamond and Coal City since a tornado struck those communities Nov. 17, and intends to con ...
Jan. 2, 2014 - 9:28 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
Ottawa Friendship House gets $3K donation
Kevin Steward, trust officer with First National Bank, presents a $3,000 check to Ottawa Friendship House on behalf of The Bradley Fedorow Perpetual C ...
Jan. 1, 2014 - 9:19 pm
Braidwood fundraising money to benefit tornado relief
BRACEVILLE – The Braidwood Generating Station announced this month that proceeds from its 13th annual Fishing for a Cure tournament will be directed t ...
Dec. 31, 2013 - 12:20 am
Heritage Health in Dwight hires new administrator
DWIGHT – Rita Quigley has been named the new administrator for Heritage Health in Dwight. Quigley ha ...
Dec. 31, 2013 - 12:19 am
Morris Hospital Foundation inductes four new members
MORRIS – Four new members were inducted into the Morris Hospital Foundation Legacy Society when the group gathered Nov. 1 for its annual reception.
Dec. 31, 2013 - 12:05 am

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 11, 2014 - 8:40 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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