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Temporary lane closures on I-55 south of Arsenal Road tomorrow

Published by admin on Wed, 12/02/2020 - 4:25pm

The Illinois Department of Transportation announced today that temporary daytime lane closures will take place on both directions of Interstate 55, from just north of River Road to just south of Arsenal Road, weather permitting, on Thursday, Dec. 3 and Friday, Dec. 4.

Former Braidwood mayor: ‘We have to protect what we’ve got’

Published by admin on Tue, 12/01/2020 - 5:41pm

There was a somber atmosphere during the regular City Council meeting Nov. 24 at Braidwood City Hall. It was the first meeting since the death of Commissioner Charles “Charlie” Hart on Nov. 13, and Mayor Robert Jones asked for a moment of silence for Hart. City Administrator Tony Altiery and Commissioner Doug Money were not present for the meeting.

Former mayor James Vehrs spoke during public comment and was concerned with the city's image.

Donation helps stock pantry shelves in Braidwood

Published by admin on Tue, 12/01/2020 - 5:35pm

It’s been 16 years since the Community Care Center Food Pantry opened its doors in Braidwood. This week, the pantry got a $1,250 boost from one local resident and the generosity of Walmart.

Mike Basgen of Braidwood works as a yard driver at the Walmart distribution center in Elwood. Basgen has been volunteering at the food pantry for two years, and found a way to turn his service into additional dollars for the facility.

Exelon generation's 'fishing for a cure' raises $41,000

Published by admin on Tue, 12/01/2020 - 5:32pm

Braidwood Station's 'Fishing for a Cure' charity bass fishing tournament was canceled earlier this year due to COVID-19, but that didn't stop employees at the Exelon Generation nuclear plant from giving generously to a local charity.

Employees at the power plant held virtual fundraising events and raised $41,000 for Special Connections of Grundy County, a charity that serves special needs individuals throughout Northern Illinois.

Natalie Bragg in the spotlight at RCHS

Published by admin on Tue, 12/01/2020 - 5:30pm

The Senior Spotlight winner for the month of December is Natalie Bragg, daughter of Charlie and Kristi Bragg.

During her high school career, Natalie was involved in Softball, POPS, and FCCLA. She was also in the crew for the school musical, on the Honor Roll, and was a volunteer coach for the RCMS Panther Softball team.

Her future plans are to attend JJC for two years and then transfer to a four-year college to study medicine.

Here are a few thoughts from Natalie's teachers.

Wilmington fire adding new engine to its fleet

Published by admin on Tue, 12/01/2020 - 5:28pm

The Wilmington Fire Protection District covers 104 square miles out of two fire houses.

The district is now in the process of adding a new engine to its fleet of vehicles.

Fire Chief Tim Zlomie oversees the district, which includes two full time chiefs, nine full time fire medics, one full time administrative assistant, six contract fire medics, and around 20 part-time fire medics.

Elion Logistics Park in Wilmington set to add new warehouse

Published by admin on Tue, 12/01/2020 - 5:20pm

The Elion Logistics Park at I-55 and Lorenzo Road is set for more growth.

The Wilmington planning and zoning commission held a special hearing on Tuesday, Nov. 24, regarding the proposed annexation and rezoning of properties into the industrial park. The property in question sits adjacent to the current border of the park, on the northwest corner of Kavanaugh and Murphy Roads.

The annexed property includes just under 47 acres of land, west of Kavanaugh Road and north of Murphy Road.

Elion is owned by Adar Ridgeport Industrial Partners.

Governor: Thanksgiving likely to have a negative effect on COVID numbers

Published by admin on Tue, 12/01/2020 - 5:16pm

Tier 3 resurgence mitigations continue to stay in effect across the state.

On Monday, Gov. JB Pritzker said the state would evaluate any effects of the Thanksgiving holiday before making any changes regarding the current resurgence mitigations.

Bidding good-bye to Bob the Builder

Published by admin on Tue, 12/01/2020 - 4:40pm

For a moment, not a word was said, heads hung in silent tribute to a man dedicated to building up the village of Coal City.
Known to most in the community as Bob the Builder, Richard “Bob” Malone died Nov. 19 after a hard fought battle with cancer. He was 66.
Malone was the village of Coal City’s building and zoning official, a position that found him being both friend and foe to residents and developers, as held tight to the policies and procedures set forth to ensure the highest level of quality and safety in building design and construction.

The trees are decorated for virtual debut

Published by admin on Tue, 12/01/2020 - 4:39pm

It’s a holiday tradition that with a bit of ingenuity will continue this Christmas season.
Coal City’s Festival of Trees is going virtual with a host of decorated trees, holiday decorations and a few special items that can be wrapped up for someone special, or even just for you to open on Christmas morning.
Organized by parents and friends of the junior class at Coal City High School, the Promfest Committee works throughout the school year to raise the funds necessary to host a post-prom celebration for the school’s junior and senior classes.