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New Lenox Library Board Seats New Trustees, Reorganizes After Election
NEW LENOX – The New Lenox Public Library District Board of Trustees officially seated its newly elected members and reorganized its leadership and committee assignments for the new term at...
New Lenox D122 Board Approves Nearly $300,000 for Summer Maintenance Projects
The New Lenox School District 122 Board of Education has approved a comprehensive list of 56 maintenance and capital improvement projects to be completed over the summer, allocating a total...
New Lenox Fire District to Launch Comfort Dog Program for First Responders, Community
NEW LENOX – The New Lenox Fire Protection District is adding a four-legged member to its team after the Board of Trustees unanimously approved the creation of a new comfort...
Library’s ‘Studio’ Draws Record Crowds with New Tech and Creative Programs
NEW LENOX – The New Lenox Public Library’s creative hub, The Studio, is experiencing a surge in popularity, shattering attendance records and successfully launching new technology-driven programs, according to a...
D122 to Spend $24,950 on Professional Enrollment Forecast
New Lenox School District 122 will hire an outside firm to conduct a comprehensive, 10-year enrollment forecast at an estimated cost of $24,950. The Board of Education approved an agreement...
Mokena Park District Approves $550,000 Fund Transfer for Major Park Projects
The Mokena Community Park District Board of Commissioners has approved a $550,000 fund transfer to complete several key capital projects, including the construction of a new bathroom facility at Hecht...
Mokena Park District Joins Regional Partners in Renewed Funding Commitment for LWSRA
The Mokena Community Park District is renewing its financial commitment to the Lincolnway Special Recreation Association (LWSRA), joining eight other local park districts in an intergovernmental agreement that ensures continued...
Mokena Park District Seeks Nearly $1 Million State Grant for Yunker Barn Renovation
The Mokena Park District is seeking nearly $1 million in state funding to help transform the historic Yunker Park Barn into a year-round facility. Executive Director Greg Vitale announced at...
Meeting Briefs: Mokena Park District Board of Commissioners for June 27, 2023
The Mokena Park District Board of Commissioners met on June 27 to approve funding for capital projects, renew a regional partnership agreement, and review staff reports on recent and upcoming...
JJC Trustees Approve Contentious FY26 Budget After Heated Debate, Failed Postponement
The Joliet Junior College Board of Trustees on Wednesday approved a $322.3 million budget for fiscal year 2026, but not before a tense debate that saw a motion to postpone...
Library Board Approves Annual Budget, Begins Review of Financial Advisor Proposals
The Library Board of Trustees unanimously approved its working budget for the new fiscal year at its June 24 meeting and formally began the process of selecting a financial advisor...
Lincoln Way District 210 Approves $2.1 Million Budget Amendment, Maintains Strong Financial Position
Lincoln Way Community High School District 210 board members unanimously approved an amended fiscal year 2025 budget Thursday night that increases the district's operating surplus to $2.1 million while maintaining...
JJC’s ‘12x12x12’ Initiative Boosts College Credits, Increases Matriculation Rate
Joliet Junior College’s ambitious "12x12x12" initiative is yielding significant results, leading to more high school students earning college credits and a greater percentage of them choosing to attend JJC after...
District 210 Approves Administrative Restructuring, Staff Salary Increases
Lincoln Way Community High School District 210 board members approved administrative restructuring and salary increases for non-union clerical support staff during closed session actions Thursday night. The board unanimously approved...
