Latest Hospital Capacity In Mokena Area

Updated federal data shows how many hospital beds are currently filled in Will County and across IL.

Meet The Editor: TJ Kremer III

New Patch Editor TJ Kremer III introduces himself and wants to hear from you.

Mokena Chamber Of Commerce Garden Walk Scheduled For July 17

The event will feature tours of eight local gardens.

Local Athlete Eats Hotdogs to Benefit Cancer Group

Frankfort's own IronWoman Jennifer Wlodarek raises money in a hotdog-eating challenge on July 4th to benefit Fxck Cancer.

Quinlan Security Systems a Sponsor for Rotary Golf Outing

Raising Funds for MorningStar Mission

Mokena's Fourth Of July Fireworks Show To Be Held At Ozinga Bros. Property

A live-stream of the event is expected to be available on the Village’s website.

Mokena Woman, Son Selected As Champions For Cancer Charity

Meggan Mikkal, a Mokena resident and board member of The Colon Club, and her son, Andrew, were named the 2020 champions.

Seasonal Watering Restrictions In Effect In Mokena

Outdoor lawn watering is allowed only on an odd/even basis from 7-11 a.m. and from 7-11 p.m., the village said.

Mokena Park District Plans Chalk It Up Contest

Participants at the event can use sidewalk chalk to create their own art.

Monthly Food Truck Events Return To Hickory Creek Preserve

Food trucks will visit the Hickory Creek - La Porte Road access in Mokena on the second Friday of each month in the summer.

Mokena Board Members Recognize Local Teen Accepted Into Air Force Academy

Marcus Jerome McCarty received one of fewer than 1,200 openings to the academy in Colorado Springs.

State Rep. Ozinga Holds Shredding Event

Nonperishable food goods will also be collected for the Frankfort Township food pantry.

'Coexisting With Wildlife' Section Debuts On Forest Preserve Website

The site provides information "about the species that we are most likely to interact with as part of our daily lives."

Summer Flea Markets Planned At Mokena Park District

Vendor Early Bird Registration ends on May 26 for the June Flea Market.

Illinois American Water Ranks #1 in J.D. Power 2021 Water Utility

For the Second Year in a Row, Illinois American Water Ranks #1 in J.D. Power Water Utility Residential Customer Satisfaction Study.

Summer Meal Finder Map: Where Kids Can Get Food In Mokena

More than 18 million children could go hungry in the United States. Here’s where kids can get a healthy meal this summer in Mokena.

Silver Cross Breaks Ground On Outpatient Center In Mokena

The center is scheduled to open in September, and will provide urgent care services and physician offices.

Illinois American Water Urges Customers to Check Water Report

Illinois American Water Encourages Customers to View their Community Water Quality Report

Will County Forest Preserve Officials Warn Against 'Tampering With Nature'

"It's a constant battle to keep the preserves free of encroachments and trash," forest preserve officials said in a press release.

Prescription Drop-Off Event Set For April 24

Medications will be disposed of safely by the Mokena Police Department.

Lincoln-Way Foundation Plans Half-Marathon, 10K

The virtual race starts Sunday and ends May 2.

IAW to Flush Water System and Fire Hydrants in Arbury Area

Illinois American Water to Flush Water System and Fire Hydrants in Arbury Service Area

Illinois American Water Announces Take Back Drug Day Locations

Illinois American Water Encourages Customers to Participate in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on April 24, 2021.

Mokena Plans Spring Clean-Up Week

Clean-up days will be held April 17 and April 24 for those interested in picking up litter around Mokena.

Mokena Officials Say Goodbye To Longtime Village Employee

Interim Public Works Director Mark Detloff is retiring after 22 years in various roles with the Village.

Drug Take-Back Day Planned At Mokena Police Department

Those looking to dispose expired or unused prescription medication can do so at the event on April 24.

Limestone Screening Work Begins On 2-Mile Section Of Wauponsee Glacial Trail

Trail users are urged to use caution around the area.

Joliet Woman Named Forest Preserve Volunteer Of The Year

Ruth Meyer has contributed 18 years of service in multiple roles.

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On April 20th: `A New Normal: Restoring Our Life After COVID’

In virtual Mokena library program, Bentron Financial Group’s Greg Kurinec helps those in or near retirement navigate post-pandemic terrain

Forest Preserve Partners With Homer Glen To Offer Nature Recreation

The programs will cover a wide variety of topics including wildflower viewing, gardening, bicycling and nature exploration.

Heavy Metal Iguana Sculpture Wins Will County Forest Preserve Art Show

“Iguana” by Juan Lopez of Justice was named the top entry from among 38 artworks that were on display at Plum Creek Nature Center.

Dead Fish Are Littering The Shore At Rock Run Preserve — Here's Why

Rock Run Preserve is experiencing a naturally occurring fish kill caused by this year’s heavy snowfall and cold weather.

Nature Foundation Of Will County Offers 2021 Plant Sales And Educational Seminars

A “Summer Blooms Native Plant Sale” will offer native plants for sale online from June 19-July 31.

Illinois American Water Assists Customers Behind in Payment

Illinois American Water Urges Customers with Past Due Balances to Access the Company’s Financial Assistance Program & Available Payment Plan

Will County Forest Preserve Visitor Centers To Close For Easter Holiday

All forest preserve visitor centers will be closed on April 2 and April 4.

Northern Cardinal Emerges As 2021 Tournament Of Birds Champ

Thousands of votes were cast in the Forest Preserve District of Will County's Tournament of Birds.

1 Dead After Mokena House Fire: Fire District

The fire district said the fire was caused by a cigarette, which was accelerated by a mobile oxygen concentrator.

Illinois American Water Urges Customers to Check for Leaks

Illinois American Water Reminds Customers Leaks Can Run, but Leaks Cannot Hide National Fix-A-Leak Week is March 15-21

Trinity Services earns four-year accreditation from CQL

Organization achieves highest possible accreditation — Person Centered Excellence Accreditation With Distinction

Have You Been Putting Off Taking A Concealed Carry Class?

Ready to learn from the best? Classes are now forming at Sheepdog Firearms in Monee Illinois for the rest of 2020.

South Suburban Fish Fry Roundup for Lent 2020

Find a list of nearby fish fry events happening on the South Side and south suburbs during the 2020 Lenten season.

Travel Like A Local: Submit Your Town For Our 2018 Travel Guide

Whether you've got the best brewery around or a music festival that rivals Coachella, tell us why your town should be a destination in 2018.