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Library Board Adopts New Spending and Conduct Policies
Article Summary: The Peotone Public Library Board of Trustees approved two key governance documents, an “Authority to Spend” policy and…
Meeting Summary and Briefs: Peotone Public Library District Board for June 17, 2025
The Peotone Public Library District Board of Trustees tackled significant issues at its June meeting, highlighted by news of a…
Meeting Summary and Briefs: Manhattan Fire Protection District Board of Trustees for June 16, 2025
The Manhattan Fire Protection District Board of Trustees learned that plans for a new fire station are on hold after…
Meeting Summary and Briefs: Peotone Township Board for June 16, 2025
The Peotone Township Board faced questions regarding a worker safety incident and two resignations within the assessor’s office at its…
Fire District Eyes Partnership with Villages for Enhanced Safety Inspections
Article Summary: The Manhattan Fire Protection District is exploring a potential intergovernmental agreement with local villages to streamline and improve…
Manhattan Fire District Plans Major Staff Expansion, Promotions in Early 2026
Article Summary: The Manhattan Fire Protection District is planning a significant expansion of its force, with plans to hire three…
Green Garden Landscaping Business Gains Permit Amid Strong Neighbor Support
A small landscaping and lawn maintenance business operating on a residential property in Green Garden Township received official approval Tuesday…
Manhattan Fire District Re-evaluating New Station Plans After Bids Come in Over Budget
Article Summary: Construction bids for a new Manhattan Fire Protection District station have come in over the district’s maximum price,…
County Addresses Senior Tax Exemption Processing Error
A processing error that cost County Board member Julie Berkowicz $600 in senior tax exemptions has prompted discussions about improving…
Residents Allege Health Crises, Violations from Peotone Grain Facility
Two residents of unincorporated Peotone delivered emotional testimony to the Will County Land Use and Development Committee Thursday, alleging that…
Crete Township Solar Project Approved Despite Township Objections
A 21-acre commercial solar project in Crete Township received a favorable recommendation from the Will County Land Use and Development…
Will County’s Major Capital Projects Hit Key Milestones, VAC Buildout on “Aggressive Schedule”
Will County is making significant headway on several major capital improvement projects, with the new Veterans Assistance Commission (VAC) &…