1+ day, 4+ hour ago  (109+ words) A new grant writing business launched earlier this year is expanding its services by offering grant writing classes in Peru. Alexandria Olivia Braboy, who started her grant writing business in February, began offering classes this month at her office, located…...

2+ day, 5+ hour ago  (248+ words) Farming for a living is hard work. Visiting farms that offer family-friendly events and activities will hardly put a dent in your wallet, providing an affordable opportunity to enjoy summer fun on a farm without the long hours and physical…...

2+ day, 6+ hour ago  (220+ words) State legislators Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, and Meg Loughran Cappel, D-Shorewood, attended a recent community roundtable on childcare in an effort to help better understand and address challenges faced by young families. The event was hosted by the Illinois chapter of…...

5+ day, 6+ hour ago  (292+ words) The Sterling-Rock Falls Historical Society invites the public to experience history brought to life with “Abigail Adams: A Living History Portrayal” presented by award-winning actress and scholar Leslie Goddard, Ph.D. The program will take place at 2 p.m. Sunday,…...

5+ day, 2+ hour ago  (171+ words) Princeton High School (Derek Barichello) Tiny Tigers Preschool, part of Princeton High School’s child care occupations class, is accepting applications for the 2026-2027 school year as it begins its 36th year. The preschool serves as a hands-on learning lab designed to provide…...

6+ day, 4+ hour ago  (842+ words) Roxie hangs outside of Granny Rose Animal Shelter in Dixon on Tuesday, July 7, 2026. (Alex T. Paschal) He huddles on a counter at Dixon’s Granny Rose Animal Shelter, in a small space created by a desktop dry-erase board that leans against the…...

1+ week, 4+ hour ago  (654+ words) Step away from the electronics and discover how the St. Charles Park District can help everyone make time to recharge outdoors with some sunshine and play. In honor of Unplug Day on Saturday, July 11, the St. Charles Park District has…...

1+ week, 8+ hour ago  (607+ words) For almost 80 years, Shady Oaks Camp for People With Disabilities in Homer Glen, has provided a place for adults and children with disabilities to perform, express themselves and make friends in an environment that’s catered to their individual needs. As…...

1+ week, 1+ day ago  (284+ words) CASA Kane County- CASA Adventure Club Creates Meaningful Experiences for Children (provided) Every child deserves opportunities to explore, learn, laugh, and create happy memories. For children and families served by CASA Kane County, the CASA Adventure Club helps make those…...

1+ week, 3+ day ago  (789+ words) CHICAGO – Earlier this year, administrators at Lake Zurich High School confronted a growing challenge facing schools nationwide: students using artificial intelligence to create sexually explicit images of their classmates. After reporting the matter to police, the district launched a series…...