Kendall County Times

Kendall County Times

Monday, December 9, 2019

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VILLAGE OF OSWEGO: Volunteer for Christmas Walk!

The 2019 Oswego Christmas Walk, presented by Allied First Bank, will take over Main Street the evening of Friday, Dec. 6, and we need your help to make the holiday magic happen!

By Press release submission | Dec 3, 2019

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VALLEY WEST MEDICAL CENTER: ECMH Enhances Primary Care Education for Students

Students who participated in the Education Centered Medical Home (ECMH) program — a four-year, team based clerkship that provides care to underserved populations — experienced superior primary care training compared to a traditional clerkship model, according to a study recently published in Academic Medicine.

By Press release submission | Dec 3, 2019

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From DuPage Policy Journal

Congressional candidate Ives vows to assert her contempt for political corruption at the national level

By Glenn Minnis | 9 days ago

Illinois congressional candidate Jeanne Ives (R-Wheaton) is vowing to continue to be a thorn in the side of longtime Illinois House Speaker Mike Madigan (D-Chicago).

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Rep. Oberweis challenges opponent Underwood's priorities where veterans are concerned

By Glenn Minnis | Nov 25, 2019

Illinois state Sen. Jim Oberweis (R-Sugar Grove) is challenging his 2020 opponent in the 14th Congressional District, U.S. Rep. Lauren Underwood (D-Naperville), to take a stand for veterans.

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CITY OF YORKVILLE: Commuter Rail Extension Open House - December 2nd or December 3rd

By Press release submission | Nov 25, 2019

The Kendall Extension Study Project Team and Metra, invite you to an open house regarding the extension of commuter rail service into Kendall County.

From Will County Gazette

'Just not enough being done' about corruption in state government, Rep. Batinick says

By Glenn Minnis | 20 days ago

Illinois Republican House Floor Leader Mark Batinick is not entirely surprised at the results of a new Harvard University Center for Ethics survey that finds the Prairie State now ranks as the second most corrupt state in the country with Chicago rating as the most corrupt city.

From Illinois Valley Times

Sen. Rezin pushing bill that would ban sale of nicotine products near schools

By Glenn Minnis | 20 days ago

Illinois state Sen. Sue Rezin (R-Morris) is leading the charge in the fight to ban the sale of tobacco products or electronic cigarettes near schools.

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CITY OF YORKVILLE: Holiday Celebration & Winter Wonderland Festival, Saturday, November 23rd

By Press release submission | Nov 19, 2019

Start the day at Circle Center Grade School Winter Wonderland Festival from 11:00 am-3:00 pm.

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YORKVILLE AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Morris Hospital Yorkville Campus: Vaccination Is Best Defense Against Pertussis Outbreaks

By Press release submission | Nov 19, 2019

Outbreaks of the highly contagious disease pertussis, or whooping cough, occur every few years and should be taken seriously.

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Rep. Welter urges constituents to recognize World Kindness Day

By Glenn Minnis | Nov 15, 2019

Illinois state Rep. David Allen Welter (R-Morris) made it a point to take time to celebrate World Kindness Day on Nov. 13.

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Rep. Wheeler calls for bipartisan support in fight against corruption

By Glenn Minnis | Nov 15, 2019

Illinois state Rep. Keith Wheeler (R-Oswego) is doing his part to restore integrity in state government.

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OSWEGOLAND PARK DISTRICT: Christmas Decorations - Victorian Style

By Press release submission | Nov 15, 2019

Stop by the Little White School Museum between 12:30 and 3:30pm and make holiday decorations that you can take home and share.

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YORKVILLE AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: November Business Luncheon “Decorating with Flora for the Holidays”

By Press release submission | Nov 15, 2019

Our thanks to Nancy and Larry Christian, Redbud Creek Farm, for a delightful presentation on creating holiday arrangements to brighten our homes and offices during the holidays.

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CITY OF YORKVILLE: Chili Chase 5K for a Cure! Sunday, November 24th, 8:30 am

By Press release submission | Nov 15, 2019

The Chili Chase 5K is back, FOR A CURE!

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PLANO AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Public Education Forum

By Press release submission | Nov 15, 2019

Join us for an opportunity to hear directly from TEA Commissioner Morath, Plano ISD Superintendent Sara Bonser, and Plano ISD CFO Randy McDowell on how HB 3 is being implemented throughout the state and how it will impact Plano ISD.

From Illinois Valley Times

Sen. Rezin seeks to disrupt the vaping trend among young Illinoisans

By Glenn Minnis | 27 days ago

State House Rep. Sue Rezin (R-Morris) is pushing a bill that would restrict access to vaping products among Illinois' youth.

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Sen. Oberweis lands Lake County GOP endorsement in run for U.S. Rep. Underwood's seat

By Glenn Minnis | Nov 10, 2019

Veteran Illinois state Sen. Jim Oberweis (R-Sugar Grove) has scored the endorsement of the Lake County Republicans for his run against U.S. Rep. Lauren Underwood (D-Naperville) in the 14th Congressional District.

From Will County Gazette

Candidate Gradel calls out opponent Underwood for 'pandering to the most radical' Democrats

By Glenn Minnis | 1 month ago

Illinois Republican congressional candidate Ted Gradel is blasting U.S. Rep. Lauren Underwood’s (D-Naperville) vote to pursue impeachment proceedings against President Donald Trump as a pure “power grab.”

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Reps. Welter and Demmer to host Health Insurance & Wellness Fair

By Glenn Minnis | Nov 9, 2019

Illinois state Rep. David Allen Welter (R-Morris) is set to host a free Health Insurance & Wellness Fair on Nov. 7 at the Fox Valley Community Center. The two-hour forum kicks off at 5 p.m. and will be co-hosted by fellow House Republican Rep. Tom Demmer (R-Dixon).

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Sen. Oberweis speaks out against potential opponent Underwood's 'harmful' impeachment agenda

By Glenn Minnis | Nov 9, 2019

Illinois state Sen. Jim Oberweis (R-Sugar Grove) is blasting Democratic leaders over what he sees as their unfair handling of their ongoing impeachment probe of President Donald Trump.