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Sponsorships Available for 2026 Kankakee River Valley Regatta

Local businesses, organizations and community members are invited to support the event through sponsorships, which begin at $150 and extend to the exclusive Winner's Circle Sponsorship. #sponsorships #kakakee #championship

Blue Island Park District Invites Residents to Help Shape Future Through Community Feedback Session

Residents, families, community organizations and other stakeholders are invited to attend the free session, regardless of whether they currently participate in Park District programs. #blueisland #park #community

Op-Ed: Senator Patrick Joyce (July 2026)

With the state's $2 million investment, Second Story Ranch can begin construction on the facilities needed to serve men recovering from addiction while preparing them for employment and independent living. I truly believe this program will become one of Illinois' premier recovery models because of the leadership, vision and compassion behind it. This investment is about changing lives and strengthening families throughout our region. #patrickjoyce #oped #july

Sen. Patrick Joyce Encourages Local Governments to Apply for $37.5 Million in Illinois Park Grants

"Everyone in the community benefits when parks are kept in good shape," said Joyce, D-Essex. "I encourage all those in the 40th District with projects in the works to apply before the coming deadline." #patrickjoyce #grants #parks

Friends of the Forest Preserves to Host Summer Solstice Celebration at Beaubien Woods

Organizers say the gathering will provide an opportunity for residents to celebrate both the Summer Solstice and Father's Day through outdoor activities focused on reflection, restoration and community engagement. #forestpreserve #summersolstice

Illinois State Parks to Celebrate National Trails Day with Hikes Across the State

Illinois State Parks to Celebrate National Trails Day with Hikes Across the State (Springfield, IL) - Outdoor enthusiasts are being encouraged to hit the...

South Barrington Conservancy receives $600,000 state grant

Since its establishment, OSLAD has awarded $640 million for park projects throughout Illinois...

$600,000 Grant to Fund Improvements at Oak Lawn Park

The $600,000 grant will be used to make improvements at Centennial East, one of Oak Lawn’s most heavily used parks. #improvements #park #grant

IDNR Revises South Zone Waterfowl Season Dates

Beginning in 2026, the state will operate under a three-zone structure, with the South and South-Central zones combined into a single South Zone. #hunting #waterfowl

Calumet City Among 7 Other Communities to Receive Nearly $2.4 Million for Local Outdoor Recreational Opportunities

The grants come from the National Park Service’s Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF)... #calumetcity

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