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Gift Of $330,000 Will Change The Lives Of Many KCC Students

With a bequest of more than $330,000, a long-time teacher has made it possible for Kankakee Community College students to pursue their dreams.

Kankakee Public Library Announces Nicole Dennis-Benn’s Here Comes the Sun as July 2019 Soul Collections Selection

Join the Kankakee Public Library for our monthly book discussion group, Soul Collections.

Realtor Berry McCracken Collects School Supplies To Help Military Children Succeed

McCracken, who works throughout the Kankakee County and Northern Iroquois County areas and has a thorough knowledge of the local real estate market, is hosting the drive from July 15 to August 15. Donated items can be dropped off at 501 N Kinzie Ave., Bradley, IL 60915. Items needed include backpacks and school supplies such as 2 pocket folders, 1 subject notebook (wide rule), composition notebook (wide rule), loose leaf paper (wide rule), pencils, colored pencils, rulers, glue (sticks or liquid), markers, pens, erasers, and pencil sharpeners.

Kids Review: The Lion King

The movie was about Simba and how he becomes the King of the Pride Lands. The movie starts off when Simba was just born and takes you through his journey on the way to becoming King. I thought the movie was really cool. I really enjoyed the way they used live animals.

Excessive Heat Advisory

The National Weather Service issued an excessive heat warning, effective today, July 18th, 2019 through 7:00 PM on Saturday, July 20th, 2019. The hottest conditions will be on Friday and Saturday with high temperatures of 95 to 100 degrees.

It’s Hot Out! Fill A Box With The Kids And Say “Thank You” To Our Vets

Print it, Box it, Ship it. It’s that simple. Making a difference in a veteran’s life has never been easier as Purple Heart has partnered with UPS as its official donation shipping partner.