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Driver and passenger injured in Morris accident still being treated

July 22, 2014 - 11:14 am

Second passenger in accident near Morris dies at hospital

July 21, 2014 - 9:48 pm

Council approves new garbage contract with Republic

July 21, 2014 - 9:35 pm

Morris police investigating a burglary, attempted robbery

July 21, 2014 - 9:35 pm

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Morris Hospital Auxiliary hosts first Wild West Fest
CHANNAHON – The idea was to add a third fundraising event – one that is different than the others Morris Hospital Auxiliary features every y ...
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July 21, 2014 - 9:36 pm
Retiring nurse honored by Morris hospital
MORRIS – For 38 years, Sydney Ferris of Ottawa has been making a difference in the lives of countless individuals in the community, first as ...
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July 21, 2014 - 9:37 pm

Roundup: Minooka’s Bucciferro just misses no-hitter
On Sunday, Minooka graduate Tony Bucciferro came within two outs of a no-hitter for the Winston-Salem Dash, the White Sox’s Class A Advanced ...
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July 21, 2014 - 9:56 pm

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July 21, 2014 - 9:38 pm

Elliott, Mitchell claim Chicagoland victories
JOLIET – Only two Sprint Cup drivers were at Chicagoland Speedway on Saturday night for the NASCAR Nationwide EnjoyIllinois300.com.But Kyle ...
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July 21, 2014 - 9:37 pm
Grundy County Workforce Services internship program helps disadvantage kids
MORRIS – The job market is not always kind to youth looking for employment.Nearly 3 million youth age 16 to 24 were unemployed in the U.S. a ...
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July 21, 2014 - 7:23 am

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Driver and passenger injured in Morris accident still being treated
MORRIS — The driver and front-seat passenger involved in Sunday's crash on Route 6 are fighting for their lives after leaving the accident in critical ...
July 22, 2014 - 11:14 am
Victims of fatal I-55 crash identified; truck driver charged
CHANNAHON TOWNSHIP – The names of the five people killed Monday in two collisions Monday involving semitrailers in the Interstate 55 construction zone ...
July 22, 2014 - 10:43 am
Kinzinger to hold traveling office hours
The office of U.S. Rep. Adam Kinzinger, R-Channahon, will hold traveling office hours this month throughout the 16th Congressional District, which inc ...
July 21, 2014 - 9:37 pm
Morris Hospital Auxiliary hosts first Wild West Fest
CHANNAHON – The idea was to add a third fundraising event – one that is different than the others Morris Hospital Auxiliary features every year.
July 21, 2014 - 9:36 pm
Braidwood station doing security training
BRAIDWOOD – Exelon Generation’s Braidwood Station’s Security Team will be conducting training exercises this week and next.
July 21, 2014 - 9:36 pm
Morris police investigating a burglary, attempted robbery
MORRIS – Authorities are investigating the burglary of one local business and the attempted robbery of another in Morris last week, but officials beli ...
July 21, 2014 - 9:35 pm
Council approves new garbage contract with Republic
MORRIS – Morris residents will pay slightly more for garbage fees once the city’s Environtech Landfill closes.
July 21, 2014 - 9:35 pm
Memorial ride for fallen officers stopped in Morris
MORRIS – Ten years ago, when Joliet Police Department bicycle officer Jonathan Walsh was killed in the line of duty, a bike ride seemed a fitting trib ...
July 21, 2014 - 9:29 pm
Five dead in I-55 construction zone crashes
CHANNAHON TOWNSHIP – Five people are dead after two separate collisions Monday involving semitrailers in the Interstate 55 construction zone at the De ...
July 22, 2014 - 9:17 am
Four reported dead in I-55 crash
ELWOOD – Police on the scene say four people are dead after an accident involving one semitrailer and three cars on Interstate 55 near Arsenal Road.
July 22, 2014 - 9:18 am

Elliott, Mitchell claim Chicagoland victories
JOLIET – Only two Sprint Cup drivers were at Chicagoland Speedway on Saturday night for the NASCAR Nationwide EnjoyIllinois300.com.
July 21, 2014 - 9:37 pm
Roundup: Minooka’s Bucciferro just misses no-hitter
On Sunday, Minooka graduate Tony Bucciferro came within two outs of a no-hitter for the Winston-Salem Dash, the White Sox’s Class A Advanced team.
July 21, 2014 - 9:56 pm
Indian Pride track meet brings fun to running
CHANNAHON – In 2008, Minooka track and field and cross country coach Kevin Gummerson had an idea. He wanted to get the community involved and teach th ...
July 21, 2014 - 9:33 pm
Bears hope free agency, draft helped their depth at safety
No position was criticized more last season – and with good reason – and has more questions heading into training camp than safety, where the Bears co ...
July 18, 2014 - 8:58 pm
Roundup: Seneca holding softball tryout camp
Seneca softball is hosting a pre-junior high tryout and pre-travel ball tryout two-day summer camp on Monday and Tuesday. The camp is perfect for any ...
July 18, 2014 - 9:00 pm
Morris’ Petrick making a major case
In the past decade or so, if you were a pitcher, you wanted to be in the St. Louis Cardinals organization. It seems that year after year the Cardinals ...
July 18, 2014 - 8:46 pm
Cornerbacks strength of Bears’ defense
The Bears are one of the only teams in the NFL that can boast two Pro Bowl cornerbacks as its starters, but that’s exactly what they have in Charles T ...
July 17, 2014 - 9:22 pm
Rogers: Fishing with a fox and a Hawk
I love to watch baseball on TV. Most evenings there will be a baseball game burning away on the flatscreen even amongst the groans from some of the fa ...
July 17, 2014 - 9:27 pm
Bucciferro enjoying homegrown success in White Sox system
Back when Tony Bucciferro was a young high school player, he learned some valuable lessons from Minooka pitching coach Jim Lamping.
July 17, 2014 - 9:21 pm
AAU National Junior Olympics to feature Minooka athletes
If the start of the Minooka Mustangs track and field program is any indication, they are going to be a force to be reckoned with in the track and fiel ...
July 17, 2014 - 9:17 pm

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July 21, 2014 - 9:38 pm
Miller: Tax hike isn’t going away soon, despite what Rauner says
"This morning," 1,063 respondents were told the evening of July 17 during a Capitol Fax/We Ask America poll, "Republican candidate for governor Bruce ...
July 21, 2014 - 9:38 pm
Another View: The heavy burden of college financial aid
Return on investment is a clear measure of what you get for your money. Incredibly, the federal government doesn’t apply that simple concept to the $1 ...
July 18, 2014 - 9:01 pm
Letter: Thank you for making benefit successful
Our most heartfelt thank you and appreciation goes out to all family, friends and neighbors that helped put together the most amazing night for the Ca ...
July 18, 2014 - 9:01 pm
Letter: See exhibit at Historical Museum
To the Editor: If you have not had a chance to check out the photo exhibit, “Home Sweet Home,” by To ...
July 18, 2014 - 9:01 pm
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July 18, 2014 - 8:56 pm
Another View: CDC drops the ball, and the anthrax
We’re no experts on medical research. Nonetheless, we offer this humble safety tip to those who are: When conducting experiments on deadly pathogens, ...
July 17, 2014 - 9:27 pm
Mattingly: Tension on the ‘faith and family left’
It was one of those symbolic questions that pollsters toss into the mix when probing fault lines inside political coalitions.
July 17, 2014 - 9:28 pm
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July 17, 2014 - 9:22 pm
West: Congress needs to use the power of the purse for border problems
Dear Members of Congress,Here’s an assignment for you: Watch the 1939 classic “The Wizard of Oz” and ...
July 16, 2014 - 9:29 pm

Immaculate Conception School hosts reunion weekend
Immaculate Conception School hosted its first-ever reunion weekend from June 20-22.The event was hel ...
July 4, 2014 - 9:23 pm
We Care of Grundy County to host mobile food pantry
COAL CITY – About 180 area families took part in We Care of Grundy County’s mobile food pantry on June 11 sponsored by Geo’s Pizza and Reeves Funeral ...
July 4, 2014 - 9:20 pm
Seneca students receive awards
SENECA – Last month Seneca High School held its all-school awards assembly where the following students were honored for outstanding achievements.
June 27, 2014 - 8:53 pm
Two awarded scholarships from Home for the Holidays
Congratulations to Carol Marie Gaska and Alyssa Rogers. Carol Marie and Alyssa were recently awarded scholarships from Home for the Holidays.
June 25, 2014 - 9:58 pm
Streator Garden Club hosting garden walk Saturday
STREATOR – The Streator Garden Club has scheduled its second annual garden walk from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday. Tickets for the walk are $10 each, w ...
June 25, 2014 - 9:58 pm
Almer inducted into Holland Club
MORRIS – Grundy County Board member and Morris resident John Almer was recently inducted into the Holland Club.
June 20, 2014 - 8:53 pm
Morris resident receives volunteer award from Southwest Airlines
MORRIS – Each year Southwest Airlines recognizes a handful of their 45,000 employees who embody their company spirit and this year a local Morris citi ...
June 20, 2014 - 8:53 pm
CF Industries brings life to the classroom
SENECA – Seneca science students cracked the case on embryology.Last fall Seneca science teacher Jul ...
June 11, 2014 - 9:26 pm
Local task force trains 34 in responsible alcohol sales
MORRIS – Thirty-four staff members from local bars, restaurants, retailers and police departments were trained in responsible alcohol serving and sell ...
June 6, 2014 - 9:15 pm
Area students graduate from military training
Coal City alum graduates from Air Force trainingAir Force Airman Nicholas T. Craterfield graduated f ...
June 4, 2014 - 9:36 pm

Church bulletins
Open house at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day SaintsMORRIS – The Church of Jesus Christ of ...
July 17, 2014 - 9:28 pm
Church bulletins
West Lisbon to hold Give Away DayLISBON – West Lisbon Church has scheduled its fifth annual "Give Aw ...
July 11, 2014 - 9:58 pm
Church bulletins
Verona United Methodist holding ice cream socialVERNOA – The Verona United Methodist Church will be ...
July 2, 2014 - 9:36 pm
Church bulletins
Grace Lutheran holding social Grace Lutheran Church is hosting its annual Twilight Social on Friday ...
June 26, 2014 - 10:00 pm
Church bulletins
Rev. Scott McClellan moving to new church MORRIS - The Rev. Scott A. McClellan, who has served as th ...
June 20, 2014 - 8:42 pm
Church bulletins
First Baptist Church of Morris will host Vacation Bible School MORRIS – Vacation Bible School at Fir ...
June 6, 2014 - 5:30 am
Church bulletins
Morris Pastor to be ordained LELAND – Pastor Gerald L. Steele of Morris will be ordained in the Offi ...
May 29, 2014 - 9:43 pm
Church bulletins
Joliet Jewish Congregation services, dinner to be heldJOLIET – Joliet Jewish Congregation Shabbat Se ...
May 23, 2014 - 9:51 pm
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Camp Eagle Summer Camp RegistrationCHANNAHON – Register now for Families of Faith Christian Academy’ ...
May 15, 2014 - 9:31 pm

Veggies get their due on the grill
Of all the foods we grill on perfect summer days, vegetables rank among the most exciting.Perhaps it ...
July 15, 2014 - 8:29 pm
Buffalo chicken legs kick up the heat in this fast recipe
Add a tangy, cool salad topped with blue cheese dressing to balance the heat of these fiery Buffalo-style chicken legs. The heat level is up to you.
July 8, 2014 - 9:11 pm
Colorful grain salads are potluck pleasers
Thank goodness for potluck gatherings. We attend or host these easy repasts all summer long. Sharing meal preparations removes much of the stress.
July 2, 2014 - 9:30 pm
Time to update that salad for the picnic
Summertime is high season for eating outdoors; weekend plans will soon be filled with cookouts, backyard parties and picnics.
June 24, 2014 - 8:49 pm
Best steaks for grilling – we’ve got options
The weather’s cooperating, the coals are lit – and you’ve got your mind on a juicy steak with perfect grill marks.
June 17, 2014 - 9:27 pm
Treat Dad to steak for Father’s Day
Garlic and parsley stuffed into a juicy steak make a perfect quick meal for Father’s Day.Each year, ...
June 10, 2014 - 9:35 pm
Go-to marinades: Two variations set up summer of easy grilling
Family vacation food memories typically include hamburger stands and chain restaurants.Ours, not so ...
June 3, 2014 - 9:15 pm
The basic tools for backyard grilling
With the smells of charcoal and propane beginning to perfume backyards across the nation, now is the perfect time to take stock of your equipment.
May 28, 2014 - 9:47 pm
Stuff(ed) on the grill: Savory fillings enliven the usual suspects
Grilling already has got its steaks, slabs and skewers. With summer coming, maybe it’s time to slap another “s” down on that sizzlin’ hot grate: as in ...
May 28, 2014 - 9:47 pm
Mediterranean month means eggplant
May is International Mediterranean Diet Month, so get your Med party started with caponata. Or imam bayeldi. They’re just two of the many eggplant dis ...
May 27, 2014 - 2:02 pm