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Kankakee County's Real Estate Market Remains Solid

While most of the country has experienced a decline in residential home sales, Kankakee County's sales have remained steady – and some real estate agents actually enjoyed profitable times. Such is the case for Lisa Sanford, an award-winning Kankakee County real estate professional. Sanford and other top realtors point out that the county is lucky to have a variety of neighborhoods with a wide range of options for prospective homebuyers. Affordability Pays For example, the average home... Read More »
Watseka Theatre in Watseka, IL

Watseka, Manteno: All Dressed Up and Ready to Go

Many American small towns tell a sad tale of deserted Main Streets and dwindling amenities. But Watseka and Manteno are turning that story upside down, becoming two of Kankakee County’s most popular destinations. Watseka Theatre a Star In Watseka, both residents and visitors are flocking to a rehabbed downtown block, where they can enjoy a meal, see a concert and shop, courtesy of one couple’s vision. Chuck Gomez, a professional musician and concert/special events producer in... Read More »
Bourbonnais Upper Grade Center in Bourbonnais, IL

Kankakee County Mentors Provide Opportunities for Local Children

If one thing can be said about the citizens of Kankakee County, it’s that they care deeply for children. Several Kankakee residents have turned their compassion for youth into unusual opportunities to help kids learn and succeed. Kankakee County Soldiers Members of the Kankakee County Soldiers, a professional basketball team, touch the lives of Kankakee County students every week by doing programs in local schools on everything from reading and developing life skills to anti-bullying. The... Read More »