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     The need for an effective overall strategy to combat the heroin epidemic is more important than ever as the number of overdose deaths in Will County and across the nation continues to rise.

     With the 2016 HERO-HELPS-Southwest Coalition Community Summit scheduled for the end of April, the Will County Coroner’s Office reports troubling statistics and alarming new developments in the heroin crisis.   

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ComEd works closely with its economic development allies to leverage our top-performing electric reliability, the competitive Illinois energy market, and our business-focused energy efficiency program to help power innovation and create jobs.

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The 2016 HERO-HELPS-Southwest Coalition Community Summit will provide important information about the implementation of Illinois’ groundbreaking Heroin Crisis Act that includes provisions to address the overuse of prescription painkillers.

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Gertrude Hoover, a resident of Sunny Hill Nursing Home of Will County in Joliet, was feted by family and friends for her 100th birthday on March 26 at Sunny Hill. 

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The Warren-Sharpe Community Center of Joliet has entered the Seeds of Change Grant Program and is asking the community to vote for its application. 

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4/28/2025
Will County Government Office Experiencing Temporary Phone Outages

Will County Government Office Experiencing Temporary Phone Outages

[Update – 2:00 PM, 4/28/25] – Phone service has been restored to Will County Offices. AT&T is still investigating the cause of the outage. If a Will County phone number is still experiencing issues, residents are advised to call the main switchboard at 815-740-4601.

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5/5/2025
Will County Dial-a-Ride Service Expands to Three New Townships

Will County Dial-a-Ride Service Expands to Three New Townships

The Access Will County Dial-a-Ride service has expanded to include Channahon, Manhattan, and Plainfield Townships. Seniors or people with disabilities in these three townships can now register for Will County’s curb-to-curb paratransit bus service. Eligible residents can schedule rides for any purpose within a travel radius that includes all of Will County and some portions outside of county boundaries. 

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5/14/2025
Imagination Library of Will County Receives $25,000 Donation from Jackson Generation

Imagination Library of Will County Receives $25,000 Donation from Jackson Generation

Jackson Generation has donated $25,000 to the Imagination Library of Will County, marking a significant milestone in bringing the free book-gifting program to Will County communities.

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5/16/2025
Will County and ShareFest Partner for Free Drive-Thru Food Giveaway in Downtown Joliet

Will County and ShareFest Partner for Free Drive-Thru Food Giveaway in Downtown Joliet

Will County Executive Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant and ShareFest Will County will host a free drive-thru food giveaway event from 9 a.m. until noon on Saturday, May 24, 2025 at the Will County Office Building located at 302 N. Chicago Street, Joliet, IL 60432.

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5/20/2025
Will County EMA Director Allison Anderson Honored with National and State Emergency Management Award

Will County EMA Director Allison Anderson Honored with National and State Emergency Management Award

Will County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) Director Allison Anderson has received two prestigious leadership recognitions from national and state agencies. These include being named one of the 2025 “40 Under 40” award recipients from the International Association of Emergency Managers (IAEM) and receiving the O.D. Troutman Outstanding Service to Emergency Management Award from the Illinois Emergency Services Management Association (IESMA). 

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5/21/2025
Will County's Book Reuse and Recycling Event Returns to Joliet's Pilcher Park Nature Center

Will County's Book Reuse and Recycling Event Returns to Joliet's Pilcher Park Nature Center

The Will County Resource Recovery and Energy (RRE) Division is set to host its annual three-day Book Reuse and Recycling event Friday, May 30 through Sunday, June 1, 2025 at the Pilcher Park Nature Center, 2501 Highland Park Dr, Joliet. The book exchange is open from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. daily during the weekend event.

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