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The Peru Public Library will be hosting Wellness Wednesday on May 15, an opportunity to get blood pressure and blood sugar checked for free.
The Senate Executive Committee held a subject matter hearing Wednesday on state Sen. Sue Rezin’s legislation, she said will improve accessibility and inclusivity for individuals with disabilities and their caregivers in public spaces.
The members of the Chief Senachwine Chapter National Society Daughters of the American Revolution voted at its May 4 meeting to have Nancy Gillfillan serve in 2024-2025 as its new chapter regent.
The Hennepin Park District will be sponsoring a pickleball workshop at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 8.
It is unclear when the next Farm Bill will pass. It is is clear, however, starting with a conservation plan is the best first step farmers can take to the best advantage of the programs in that bill, the Marshall Putnam Soil and Water Conservation District said in a news release.
The League of Women Voters of Glen Ellyn announced the winners of its second Charlotte Swett Walter Glenbard Democracy Challenge
The Vietnam Traveling Wall will arrive at the College of DuPage on May 29
Avery Coonley School earns recognized for its music education program
Lemont High School journalism students bring home awards from state competition
Meghan Ostreko, who has 19 years of experience in local government, will oversee various administrative functions and assist in managing day-to-day operations within the village.
Hope Cancer Wellness Center offers a 6-week series that will provide tools to ease the pain and sadness as well as allow people to work through grief.
Residents are invited to learn about a new entrepreneur program piloted by nonprofit Opportunity DeKalb at upcoming informational sessions this month.
The Grundy County Health Department is hosting a Youth Mental Health First Aid course from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday, May 21 at the JJC Morris Campus, 725 School St. in Morris.
The finalists will compete on the first day of Genoa Days set for June 5 on the main stage in downtown Genoa. Those crowned will be awarded $1,000.
Some of the salon’s services include coloring, men’s cut, styling, manicures and pedicures.