River Front Master Planning Process
As a cornerstone of Mayor Wells-Armstrong’s “Kankakee Forward” initiative, City of Kankakee leaders launched a riverfront master planning process to reposition the City as a vibrant, regional riverfront destination. The City engaged Hitchcock Design Group to lead a team of planning, design and engineering experts in developing a compelling vision for a
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Ribbon Cutting for Career Services Center
Chasity Wells-Armstrong, Mayor of Kankakee attended a ribbon cutting ceremony for the newly established Career Services Center at Kankakee Community College. The center is open to ALL residents of the community, in addition to, KCC students. Services include but are not limited to: interviewing skills, resume preparation, and job searches.
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11th Annual Half Paddy Day
The 11th Annual Half Paddy Day Festival was held today at St. Patrick's Church in Kankakee. The festival acknowledges the sacrifices and committment of our police, fire, EMS and other first responders. This was my first year attending the festival. I enjoyed the beautiful service, the hospitality, and the great weather. I look forward
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"Passport to Safety"
The Kankakee Fire Department hosted their "Passport to Safety" program this morning teaching our youth about safety and sharing community resources. Patrolwoman Marcie Gearheart of our Kankakee Police Department, was on site to register bicycles as well. A special thanks goes out to "Sparky" the dog. .
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Kankakee Colts Homecoming
Attended the Kankakee Colts Homecoming parade....The Kankakee Colts are led by President Duane Tucker who has been providing support, leadership, and mentorship to our local youth. Best of luck to all the football players and cheerleaders today. Go Colts!!
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East side Football Homecoming
Attended the East side Football Homecoming game and participated during the coronation ceremony.....CONGRATULATIONS to all the kings, queens, princes and princesses.
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Kankakee's Next Chapter
You are all invited to attend one or both of these special announcement events tomorrow with addresses from Chasity Wells-Armstrong, Mayor of Kankakee. The first event will take place at 10am at Bird Park near the southwest side of the Court Street Bridge next to the Kankakee River. The second event, which will involve a community discussion on Kankakee's future, will take place at 6:30pm in the Fourth Floor Auditorium at the Kankakee Public Library. We hope to see you there!
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