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A Wilmington woman has been charged grooming a minor through Snapchat and exposing herself to a minor.

As Aroma Park, southern Kankakee and the rest of Kankakee County continue cleanup after last Tuesday's storms, here are some tips on what to do and what to avoid.

Aroma Park resident Maurice Norington, who died from injuries suffered during the March 10 tornado, is remembered as a quiet but friendly man who loved his family, horses, and '70s and '80s music.

The Land Bank met this past Tuesday and discussed its strategic plan while also approving improvements to several recently acquired properties.

Wright In Kankakee will host a Floral Tea Party from 2-4 p.m. Saturday, March 21 at the B. Harley Bradley House.

The man who was severely injured in an accident Wednesday at First Church of the Nazarene in Kankakee has died, Kankakee County Coroner Bob Gessner said.

Kankakee Community College has appointed Cesar Avalos as director of Continuing Education and Business Partnerships.

From local businesses and schools to neighbors near and far, the community has rallied to support those impacted by the EF-3 intensity tornado and severe storms that occurred on March 10, 2026.

Support has poured in to Aroma Township from across Kankakee County and beyond following the March 10 tornado. That support is anchored by a little community bar in the heart of Aroma Park called the Fun Hub.


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