Bolingbrook Park District added as electronic recycling site Bolingbrook Park District added as electronic recycling site Tammy Reiher / Monday, June 29, 2020 0 1024 The Bolingbrook Park District has become Will County’s eighth permanent electronic recycling site. Read more
Expanded Will County textile, shoe collection set for July 13-17 Expanded Will County textile, shoe collection set for July 13-17 Tammy Reiher / Thursday, June 25, 2020 0 1233 Will County’s annual textile and shoe collection event, usually held in May, will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday, July 13, through Friday, July 17, at the County Office Building. Read more
Will County Health Department offering COVID-19 testing at sites across the county Will County Health Department offering COVID-19 testing at sites across the county Anastasia Tuskey / Wednesday, June 10, 2020 0 2406 The Will County Health Department is offering COVID-19 testing at sites cross the county. No appointments taken, first come first served.No insurance neededNo one is turned awayNo payment requiredHours are 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. For more information, contact the health department's COVID-19 Hotline at (815) 740-8977. Read more
Solarize Chicagoland program enters second year Solarize Chicagoland program enters second year Anastasia Tuskey / Wednesday, June 10, 2020 0 825 The Solarize Chicagoland program returns in 2020 after surpassing its goals last summer. Solarize Chicagoland educates home and small-business owners about solar and offers an opportunity to secure discounts on solar photovoltaic systems through volume purchasing. Read more
Will County Board Speaker Denise Winfrey sworn in as Interim County Executive at special county board meeting Will County Board Speaker Denise Winfrey sworn in as Interim County Executive at special county board meeting Anastasia Tuskey / Monday, June 8, 2020 0 1555 In a special meeting today of the Will County Board, Denise Winfrey (D-Joliet) was sworn in as interim County Executive. Winfrey succeeds Lawrence M. Walsh, who died on June 3, 2020. Winfrey is the first woman and the first minority to serve as Will County Executive. Read more
Will County Executive Larry Walsh loses battle to cancer; leaves long career in public service and unique legacy behind Will County Executive Larry Walsh loses battle to cancer; leaves long career in public service and unique legacy behind Anastasia Tuskey / Wednesday, June 3, 2020 0 3361 Lawrence M. “Larry” Walsh, a loving husband, proud father and grandfather, faithful farmer, dedicated public servant, and lifelong Will County resident, died Wednesday night at his home in Elwood, Illinois. He was 72. Read more
Will County Officials report limited damage to buildings during recent disturbances; Remain focused on safety for residents and businesses Will County Officials report limited damage to buildings during recent disturbances; Remain focused on safety for residents and businesses Anastasia Tuskey / Monday, June 1, 2020 0 1762 In light of recent tumultuous actions, both locally and regionally, Will County Board Speaker Denise Winfrey and Will County Executive Chief of Staff Nick Palmer encourage residents to keep protests peaceful. There was very little impact to county buildings during recent riot activity that affected many businesses across the county. Read more
Workforce Center of Will County offers new career coach services via Zoom Workforce Center of Will County offers new career coach services via Zoom Anastasia Tuskey / Friday, May 29, 2020 0 1067 Many other programs available to job seekers andbusinesses impacted by the COVID crisisAs unemployment numbers across the country reach record highs, the Workforce Center of Will County (WCWC) continues to offer important services to both job seekers and businesses during this unprecedented time. Read more
Workforce Center of Will County offers online Resume Gallery to assist local job seekers Workforce Center of Will County offers online Resume Gallery to assist local job seekers Anastasia Tuskey / Friday, May 22, 2020 0 955 In addition to connecting residents with available employment and offering continuous training opportunities, the Workforce Center of Will County (WCWC) hosts an online Resume Gallery available to local employers searching for qualified applicants. Read more
Workforce Center of Will County to host webinar on resources available to local businesses Workforce Center of Will County to host webinar on resources available to local businesses Anastasia Tuskey / Friday, May 22, 2020 0 961 The Workforce Center of Will County (WCWC) will host a webinar from 8:00 a.m. until 9:00 a.m. on Thursday, June 4 about resources to help local businesses find, hire, and retrain employees. This webinar is offered by the center’s Business Services team. Read more
Due to COVID-19 crisis, many Will County Green events rescheduled Due to COVID-19 crisis, many Will County Green events rescheduled Anastasia Tuskey / Wednesday, May 20, 2020 0 1333 Will County residents are encouraged to visit the website willcountygreen.com for up to date information regarding recycling events sponsored by the county. Read more
Will County Office Building closed Memorial Day, Monday May 25 Will County Office Building closed Memorial Day, Monday May 25 Normal business hours to resume on Tues. May 26 Anastasia Tuskey / Wednesday, May 20, 2020 0 1108 Read more
Guidance on the Use of Masks by the General Public Guidance on the Use of Masks by the General Public Anastasia Tuskey / Monday, May 18, 2020 0 1123 While staying home, social distancing, and strict hand hygiene are still preferred methods for preventing further spread of COVID-19, facemasks or face coverings are one more tool that may be used by the general public and essential workers to protect each other from respiratory droplets produced when they cough, sneeze, or talk. Read more
Workforce Center of Will County offers Resume Review services Workforce Center of Will County offers Resume Review services Many other services to connect job seekers and employers available now. Anastasia Tuskey / Friday, May 15, 2020 0 1472 The Workforce Center of Will County is offering a Resume Review service to any Will County resident who is looking for a job. A good resume leads to a job interview. Email careerservices@jobs4people.org or call (815) 776-6534. Read more
First Earth Day Passport winners named First Earth Day Passport winners named Nina Campbell / Tuesday, May 12, 2020 0 1165 JOLIET – The Will County Land Use Department’s Resource Recovery and Energy Division has announced the first two raffle winners in the 50th Anniversary of Earth Day Passport event. William Duffy of Joliet won a $60 rain barrel courtesy of The Conservation Foundation. Rita Harris of Channahon won a $50 gift card from Target. Read more