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June 08, 2025
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Grundy County official April 2025 election results

Grundy County official April 2025 election results

Voters in Grundy County determined this election who will make the important decisions regarding their communities, schools, townships, fire departments, parks and libraries.

By Emily K. Coleman●
April 18, 2025 at 10:17 am CDT

Morris Herald-News' Voter Guide for April 2025 local election

Morris Herald-News' Voter Guide for April 2025 local election

This spring, Grundy County voters get to decide who will make the important decisions regarding their communities, schools, townships, fire departments, parks and libraries.

By Emily K. Coleman●
March 19, 2025 at 3:36 pm CDT

Here are Will and Grundy counties' February 2025 primary election results

Here are Will and Grundy counties' February 2025 primary election results

Here are the February 2025 primary election results for Homer Township races in Will County and city of Morris races in Grundy County.

By Emily K. Coleman●
March 12, 2025 at 12:33 pm CDT

2025 Election Questionnaire: Carrie Hall, Morris City Council, Ward 3

2025 Election Questionnaire: Carrie Hall, Morris City Council, Ward 3

Carrie Hall: One of my main focuses would be the Streets and sidewalks around the city, especially the aging areas and the East side

By Kate Santillan●
March 08, 2025 at 8:38 am CST

2025 Election Questionnaire: Brayden Caraynoff-Huber, Minooka Village Trustee

2025 Election Questionnaire: Brayden Caraynoff-Huber, Minooka Village Trustee

Brayden Caraynoff-Huber: Minooka’s infrastructure will be a high priority for me if I am elected. I believe that every person in this town deserves roads that are smooth, and roads that are well built in order to prevent excessive repairs

By Hannah Soukup●
March 07, 2025 at 8:20 am CST

Joliet Junior College trustee candidates say programs need broader appeal for more students

Joliet Junior College trustee candidates say programs need broader appeal for more students

Expanding educational opportunities for more community members was a theme for four of the six candidates running for the Joliet Junior College Board of Trustees who attended a forum Tuesday evening.

By Cathy Janek, Shaw Local News Network correspondent●
March 06, 2025 at 4:28 pm CST

2025 Election Questionnaire: Kenneth Willis, Morris City Council, Ward 3

2025 Election Questionnaire: Kenneth Willis, Morris City Council, Ward 3

Kenneth Willis on a project Morris should tackle in the future: Repairing streets and sidewalks and alleys where needed

By Hannah Soukup●
March 02, 2025 at 8:00 am CST

2025 Election Questionnaire: Matt Eber, Morris School District 101 Board of Education

2025 Election Questionnaire: Matt Eber, Morris School District 101 Board of Education

Matt Eber: In my opinion the top three issues facing the school now is the facilities, increasing proficiency of the students, and continuing to enhance the course offerings and opportunities for all our students

By Kate Santillan●
March 02, 2025 at 8:00 am CST

Morris mayor, city clerk retain positions according to unofficial election results

Morris mayor, city clerk retain positions according to unofficial election results

The Grundy County Clerk's Office has tallied the votes from Tuesday's consolidated primary election, and the unofficial votes show Morris Mayor Chris Brown retaining his position 1,045 votes to Alex Clubb's 386 votes.

By Michael Urbanec●
February 25, 2025 at 8:08 pm CST

The Herald-News and Morris Herald-News' Voter Guide for February 2025 primary

The Herald-News and Morris Herald-News' Voter Guide for February 2025 primary

Before most Will and Grundy county voters get a chance to cast their ballots this April, Homer townships and city of Morris voters will choose on who will appear on ballot.

By Emily K. Coleman●
February 24, 2025 at 12:57 pm CST
2025 Election Questionnaire: Josh Stell, Minooka Village Trustee

2025 Election Questionnaire: Josh Stell, Minooka Village Trustee

Josh Stell: My top three priorities are fiscal responsibility, community engagement/transparency and ensuring growth in Minooka, which benefits residents while keeping Minooka a safe and welcoming place for our youth and families

By Hannah Soukup●
February 22, 2025 at 10:00 am CST
2025 Election Questionnaire: Robin White, Minooka Village Trustee

2025 Election Questionnaire: Robin White, Minooka Village Trustee

Robin White: Smart Economic Development is the key to keeping our Village the place we all want to live. Not every "new project" is right for Minooka

By Hannah Soukup●
February 22, 2025 at 10:00 am CST

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