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Options Center for Independent Living (CIL) is celebrating 30 years in Kankakee County and more than a dozen years in Iroquois Counties. The non-profit organization advocates for equal rights, opportunities and services for people with disabilities. Today, Options held an awards luncheon to recognize dedicated leaders, partners and organizers for their work in the community, including Mayor Wells-Armstrong. For more information or how to get involved, visit www.optionscil.org.

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It was a nice turn out for the Slow Roll to Schuyler Avenue and a perfect evening to enjoy the Fall weather downtown Kankakee!

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There was plenty of school spirit in the streets of Kankakee as students participated in this year’s homecoming parade. A pep rally was held downtown Kankakee at the train depot ahead of Friday night’s football game. Go Kays!

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According to the American Red Cross, blood is needed every two seconds. Mayor Wells-Armstrong and the City of Kankakee joined Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church today for their Health and Wellness Fair. Members in the community took the time to donate their blood in the blood drive while speakers gave presentations. AMITA Health St. Mary’s Hospital, Kankakee County Community Services, Kankakee Fire Department and the Kankakee Police Department were among many organizations to provide helpful resources, while giving back to the community.

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Ten students throughout Kankakee County were awarded with educational gifts today thanks to various sponsors throughout the community. The 15th Annual Hispanic-Latino Heritage Month Educational Gift and Make a Difference Awards Reception is held to recognize students and local leaders for their dedicated community service. Mayor Wells-Armstrong spoke with recipients and congratulated them on their success.

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Thank you to everyone who stopped by today for “Mingle with the Mayor” and Poor Boy Restaurant for having us! Visit, www.citykankakee-il.gov for updates for next month’s “Mingle with the Mayor.”

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They are known as the “Master of Sparks” and are not afraid to get their hands dirty! CV Welding has been serving the Kankakee area since 1971. Mayor Wells-Armstrong stopped by to thank them for their hard work in the community in honor of National Tradesmen Day.

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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.”

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The Kankakee Police Department presented during City Council last night to recognize Michael Sneed on his promotion to lieutenant and Brad Latham on his promotion to sergeant. The department also introduced two, new officers, Robert Huebner and Shane McWhorter. Congratulations to all of our officers and their families!

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Mayor Chasity Wells-Armstrong

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Nov 14th

Kankakee County Teen Court Celebrates 15 Years

5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Kankakee County Court House

Doors will open at 5:30 and presentation will start 6:00. Refreshments will be served.

Nov 14th

Common Head and Neck Disorders

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Bourbonnais Library | 250 W. John Casey Road | Bourbonnais

Otolaryngologists, or ear, nose and throat (ENT) specialists, see patients for everything from sinusitis to sleep apnea, ear infections to tonsilitis.

Nov 15th

Expungement Summit/ Community Resource & Job Fair

10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Kankakee Public Library | 201 E Merchant St.

Kankakee County participants impacted by mass incarceration and the criminal justice system will have access to free legal assistance for expungable offenses,

Nov 16th

Industrial Hemp Basics

10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Church of The Cross | 13043 E 2260 S Road | Pembroke Township

A free forum

Nov 25th

CENSUS 2020 COMMUNITY BRIEFING Congresswoman Robin L. Kelly

6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Kankakee Public Library Auditorium | 201 East Merchant Street | Kankakee

Join Congresswoman Kelly for a 2020 Census briefing to learn more about the impact of a complete and accurate count on your community.

Nov 27th

WVLI-Mayor's Monthly Radio Broadcast

7:40 am - 8:00 am

WVLI -- 292 N. Convert Bourbonnais

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