Mokena|News|
No Mow May: Why Some In Mokena Refuse To Mow Their Lawns
Mokena residents who don't cut their lawns in May could face a fine from the Village if the grass is too long or there are weeds.
TJ Kremer III, Patch Staff
TJ Kremer III, Patch Staff
- Mokena, IL
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New Lenox, IL|News|
Village Of New Lenox: It's Time To Bring On Spring
Support the 16 local businesses that are offering specials starting May 2 and ending May 9.
TJ Kremer III, Patch Staff
Mokena|News|
Mother’s Day 2022 Brunch: Reserve Now In Mokena
With Mother's Day a couple weeks out, it's safer to book a celebratory brunch or dinner spot in Mokena sooner rather than later.
TJ Kremer III, Patch Staff
New Lenox, IL|News|
Mother's Day 2022 Brunch: Reserve Now In New Lenox
With Mother's Day a couple weeks out, it's safer to book a celebratory brunch or dinner spot in New Lenox sooner rather than later.
TJ Kremer III, Patch Staff
Frankfort, IL|News|
Mother’s Day 2022 Brunch: Reserve Now In Frankfort
With Mother's Day a couple weeks out, it's safer to book a celebratory brunch or dinner spot in Frankfort sooner rather than later.
TJ Kremer III, Patch Staff
Mokena|News|
Controlled Burn Scheduled For Wednesday In Mokena: Village
The burn is scheduled to begin at around 11:30 a.m. and could last for several hours.
TJ Kremer III, Patch Staff
Frankfort, IL|News|
Bizarre Chase | Phallic Plaster Caster Dies | Kids Given THC Edibles
Plus: Cookie Cravers' Dream; Prison For Ex-Mayor; Butterfly Art Exhibit; Attempted Carjacking; Mai Fest; Obits; more.
TJ Kremer III, Patch Staff
Manhattan, IL|News|
Will County To Host Textile Collections Event To Promote Reuse And Recycling
The event runs from May 2 through May 8 at the Will County Office Building in Joliet.
TJ Kremer III, Patch Staff
Frankfort, IL|News|
Frankfort Students Create Origami Butterflies For Art Exhibit
The exhibit, "Fly Together," is meant to help spread awareness of monarch butterflies' habitats. It is on display at Frankfort Village Hall.
TJ Kremer III, Patch Staff
New Lenox, IL|News|
New Lenox Park District To Open Registration For Summer Programs
Registration for residents begins May 9 and for non-residents May 16.
TJ Kremer III, Patch Staff
Manhattan, IL|News|
Chief Vs. Chief Chili Challenge: Manhattan Chooses A Winner
Only one would be declared the chili champ, but the real winners were Special Olympics Illinois and Camp I Am Me.
TJ Kremer III, Patch Staff
Mokena|News|
'Love At First Bite': Crumbl Cookies To Open Mokena Location Friday
The cookie franchise is known for its "immersive experience," which allows patrons to see the cookie-making process.
TJ Kremer III, Patch Staff
Mokena|News|
NAWS Pet Of The Week: Albert
Albert is a 3-year-old male cattle dog mix.
TJ Kremer III, Patch Staff
Mokena|News|
Frankfort Man Arrested Following Bizarre Police Chase In Mokena
The chase took place Thursday in a section of downtown Mokena.
TJ Kremer III, Patch Staff
Frankfort, IL|News|
No Mow May: Why Some In Frankfort Refuse To Mow Their Lawns
Frankfort residents who don't cut their lawns in May could face a fine from the Village if the grass is too long or there are noxious weeds.
TJ Kremer III, Patch Staff
New Lenox, IL|News|
No Mow May: Why Some In New Lenox Refuse To Mow Their Lawns
The Village does have a lawn ordinance but will not actively enforce it as long as the lawn doesn't become an issue for other neighbors.
TJ Kremer III, Patch Staff
Frankfort, IL|News|
Country Market In Downtown Frankfort To Open For Season Sunday
The Country Market runs on Sundays through Oct. 30 in downtown Frankfort. More than 50 vendors have already signed on.
TJ Kremer III, Patch Staff
Manhattan, IL|News|
First Bank Of Manhattan Adds 2 Board Members
One of the new board members is a resident of New Lenox and the other is a resident of Homer Glen.
TJ Kremer III, Patch Staff
New Lenox, IL|News|
Soldier Who Went Missing In WWII To Get Memorial, Military Burial
U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Gerald R. Helms went missing Oct. 2, 1944, during Operation Market Garden. His remains were identified in July 2021.
TJ Kremer III, Patch Staff
Mokena|News|
Drug Take Back Day Planned For April 30 In Mokena
Residents can drop off unused or expired medications at the Mokena Police Department.
TJ Kremer III, Patch Staff
