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Unemployment Rate Falls to Historic Low in August
CHICAGO–The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) announced today that the unemployment rate was 4.0 percent in August, down 0.2 percentage point from the prior month, based on preliminary data provided by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and released by IDES. The August unemployment rate was the lowest monthly unemployment rate for the state on record. Nonfarm payrolls were stable compared to the prior month, down -1,400 jobs. The July monthly change in payrolls was revised from the preliminary report (from -400 to +1,300 jobs).
Economic Development Director Frank Koehler Retires
Kankakee, IL – Economic Development Director Frank Koehler wrapped up his last day with the City of Kankakee today. Koehler is retiring after more than 45 years in local government, serving communities in Kankakee, McLean, Cook, Kane, Lake and Will Counties.
First Presbyterian Church Hosts Ribbon Cutting for Stained Glass Window
Kankakee, IL – Mayor Wells-Armstrong joined First Presbyterian Church of Kankakee who invited the community to attend their ribbon cutting ceremony for their newly restored stain glass window, DaVinci’s “The Last Supper.”
Computer skills Fall 2019 at KCC
In “Intermediate Excel,” participants will learn to manipulate large worksheets: use multiple worksheets and workbooks: customize Excel; apply advanced formatting; use Excel as a list manager; perform advanced charting options; use auditing and comments features; and create and manage templates. Microsoft Office Specialist examination objectives will be covered. Instructor is Kris Condon. Class meets Wednesday, Sept. 25 from 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. in KCC Room D122. Cost is $125. Prerequisite is Introduction to Microsoft Excel or equivalent experience.
Illinois Fall Trout Season Opens October 19
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – The 2019 Illinois Fall Trout Fishing Season opens Saturday, Oct. 19 at 57 ponds, lakes, and streams throughout the state.
Manhattan celebrates Wine Fest this Friday
Wine Fest kicks off Friday, September 20th from 6 pm-10 pm. In addition to special souvenir wine glasses for guests, 8 varieties of wine will be offered for tasting until 8:30 pm. The evening will feature live entertainment from Johnny Russler & The Beach Bum Band and also a silent auction and 50/50 raffle.
