Anastasia Tuskey
3561
As the number of positive COVID-19 cases across the nation continues to rise, Will County health officials are promoting safe, accessible vaccinations in all parts of the county.
Tammy Reiher
3364
Recyclepalooza will return as part of New Lenox’s Sharefest on Saturday, Sept. 11, giving Will County residents a way to recycle and reuse items they no longer want.
2021 Hero Helps Community Summit set for Oct. 15
Anastasia Tuskey
2700
Federal, State, and Local officials to share new idea in addressing opioid crisis.
The stage is set for the 10th anniversary of the Hero Helps Community Forum to be held from 7:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. on Friday, October 15 at the Romeoville Athletic and Events Center.
Men’s experiences with family members in nursing home leads to How’s Mom
Tammy Reiher
3395
Sunny Hill Nursing Home of Will County is making it easier for families to keep up with their loved ones, even when they can’t be there.
Anastasia Tuskey
3084
Come to the Workforce Center Resource Fair
10 a.m. until 2 p.m. on Tuesday, August 3
2400 Glenwood Avenue, Joliet
https://will.works
COVID Infections on the rise amongst unvaccinated
Anastasia Tuskey
3081
Will County Executive Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant is announcing new protocols around face coverings at Will County Buildings. Starting Monday, August 2, the public, both vaccinated and unvaccinated, will be required to wear a mask or face covering upon entering any county building and during any time spent in county buildings.
Number of positive cases in the county are on the rise
Anastasia Tuskey
3018
While nearly half the population of Will County is fully vaccinated, local officials are cautioning residents to continue COVID-19 precautions as the number of Delta variant cases are increasing. These precautions include frequent hand washing, social distancing and wearing a mask in public places for those who are unvaccinated.
Tammy Reiher
2448
The August schedule for the Workforce Services Division of Will County Mobile Workforce Center includes stops in seven Will County communities and four special events.
Tammy Reiher
2313
The Workforce Center of Will County will return to in-person workshops for job seekers in August.
Tammy Reiher
2300
July is Parks and Recreation Month.
New bridge will provide direct access to intermodals, help alleviate regional truck traffic
Anastasia Tuskey
3079
After more than a decade of discussions, local officials gathered on July 20 to officially break ground on the Houbolt Bridge, part of the Houbolt Road extension, spanning the Des Plaines River and connecting I-80 to the Centerpoint Intermodal Center.
Tammy Reiher
2572
The Workforce Center of Will County will host a resource fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 3.
Tammy Reiher
2929
Will County Executive Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant appointed one and reappointed two people to boards and commissions in July.
Tammy Reiher
2458
Will County Environmental Educator Joan O’Keefe will give an outdoor workshop on composting at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 11, at the Joliet Library Black Road Branch.
Anastasia Tuskey
3072
During a multi-chamber luncheon hosted July 6 by the Romeoville Chamber of Commerce, County Executive Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant addressed important information regarding economic stimulus, transportation plans, and ongoing COVID-19 relief programs.