Musical performances

Patricia High was sworn in as I-KAN Regional Office of Education No. 32 regional superintendent of schools, and Jonathan Sikma was appointed assistant regional superintendent of schools, both effective March 3.

Larenz M. Walters, the son of Kankakee mayoral candidate Genevra Walters, was arrested Saturday in Iroquois County for alleged possession of a weapon and cannabis. Genevra Walters releases statement.

An unidentified woman was struck and killed by a southbound Canadian National Railway train Tuesday morning on the south side of Kankakee.

Cynthia Veronda on how the district can improve reading and English proficiency: Focused attention is needed to address all academic proficiencies. A review of the data from the last few years indicate that core instruction, which is referred to as Tier 1 needs strengthening.

Susan Lopez: We need to have a plan in place to aggressively recruit and retain certified teachers so that all children receive instruction based on best practice

Charles Steele: We are improving our water treatment system to meet environmental standards more efficiently and economically

Annette LaMore on a top priority for Manteno: Address current health and safety concerns regarding the type of businesses we allow in our community

More than a year ago, then interim executive director John Wilson said Bourbonnais Township Park District residents had something special in Perry Farm Park.