Organizations around Grundy County are preparing to take a chilly dip on Saturday, March 14, during the Polar Plunge for Special Olympics Illinois.

Longtime Morris babysitter and educator Jo Dergo celebrated her 90th birthday on Feb. 13.

A single-family home in Minooka that sold for $840,000 tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Grundy County during the past week.

Nancy Norton, the president and CEO of the Grundy Economic Development Council, shares information coming out of the most recent Advancing Grundy Initiative update.

Kaeden Martin and Andrew Wiley, both of Morris, will participate in the finals of the 12U division of the state 2Ball competition on March 16 during the IHSA 3A championship game.

Meghan and Tim Fehr last month acquired Body and Soul in downtown Morris, following the retirement of Rick Eddy, who founded the health food store in 1996.

Joliet Junior College's president said his administration recommends a $2 per credit tuition increase. He said the adjustment is not being proposed to solve a financial crisis but to prevent one.

Montage Wine Bar and the friends of Reverend Roy Backus will be celebrating his life from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 19 at 307 Liberty St. Morris, with an open jam session.

The Morris Hospital Foundation is offering a number of healthcare scholarships for students pursuing the field during the 2026-27 academic year.

Schools, churches and residents from across the district answered the legislators’ call to create heartfelt notes and delivered over 1,500 Valentine’s Day cards.

Nancy Kuhajda, horticulture educator with the University of Illinois Extension serving Grundy, Kankakee and Will counties, will teach the classes.

The Morris Area Public Library’s expansion project is moving into phase two starting Tuesday, and the library will be closed Tuesday and Wednesday.

Morris Community High School honored its Illinois State Scholars during its board meeting on Monday.

The Morris Community High School Board voted on a new mascot Monday night, deciding to rename the school mascot to the Warriors.

Looking for a good book? You now have plenty of options in Will and Grundy counties.

Minooka Community High School will present “Freaky Friday,” a Disney Theatrical Productions musical, March 11-14 at the Central Campus Performing Arts Center, 301 S. Wabena Ave., Minooka.

What were the most expensive real estate sales in Grundy County over the past week

Devan Gagliardo, the program director for the Community Foundation of Grundy County, shares scholarship information for students looking to attend college.

Amy Lee, owner of Rock Soul Love and founder of Rock Soul Love Luminary Foundation, feels both ventures are really two sides of the same goal.

"School Environment Matters: MCHS District #111 Administers Fourteenth Illinois 5Essentials Survey to Improve Student Learning."

The Morris Community High School Board will meet at 6 p.m. in the auditorium at 1000 Union St., and there it will either approve or reject a new bid to change the school's mascot to the Warriors.

Illinois Valley Community College recently announced its Presidential Honors List for the fall 2025 semester.

Morris Hospital has named Erika Arambula, who works in human resources, its Fire Starter of the Month for January.

The City of Morris and the Grundy County Chamber of Commerce celebrated La Hacienda Del Patron's new ownership and chamber membership earlier this month.

A La Salle County judge has been appointed to a domestic battery case against attorney Chuck Bretz. A defense motion has been filed for a protective order on sensitive materials in the case.

Illinois Valley Community College recently announced its academic honors list for the fall 2025 semester.

A driver was flown to a hospital after being trapped inside a semi-truck that rolled over near U.S. Route 52 and Lisbon Road in Kendall County.

The Morris Police Department provided some tips Monday morning due to a recent increase in motor vehicle thefts.

A single-family home in Coal City that sold for $560,000 tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Grundy County during the past week.

Christina Van Yperen, the President and CEO of the Grundy County Chamber of Commerce, shares how women around Grundy County can celebrate Galentine's Day.

Stay indoors and out of the cold with new webinars from the University of Illinois Extension’s Four Seasons Gardening series.

Morris Hospital is offering the American Red Cross Babysitter’s Training Course from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday, Feb. 16.

Morris Community High School is seeking the public's input on a new mascot, narrowing down the choices to Mallards, Mustangs and Warriors.

Karen Nall, executive director of United Way of Grundy County, said she “looks forward to our continued partnership and this unique opportunity for years to come.”

Local businesses are collecting unwanted gift and promotional cards through Jan. 31 to distribute to individuals in need

The United Way of Grundy County is celebrating its 80th anniversary and Dolly Parton’s 80th birthday with a drawing that will be held at 10 a.m. Sunday via Facebook.

Morris High School dining program sees strong gains under new food service provider

Superintendent Robert Schiffbauer of Minooka Community High School shares information on the district's new strategic plan.

The home, built in 1900, has an interior space of 1,415 square feet. The lot of the property covers an area of 14,810 square feet.

Morris Elementary School District #54 releases its 2nd quarter honor roll list

Minooka Community High School’s South Campus is hosting its fifth annual Career Exploration Fair from 7:45 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Thursday, March 12.

Extreme cold entering the area on Friday has caused Grundy County-area schools to announce closures and e-learning days.

The Morris Theatre Guild announced Tuesday that it has received a $2,200 grant from the Community Foundation of Grundy County to purchase a new refrigerator, and repaint its sign.

The Blue Chevaliers celebrated National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day in early January by presenting Sheriff Ken Briley, Deputy Patrol Chief Paul Clampitt, Chief Deputy Eric Werden, and Patrolman Michael Bober with certificates of appreciation.

Morris Hospital has further expanded its robotic-assisted surgery capabilities with the addition of an Intuitive da Vinci surgical system.

Morris Community High School First Semester Honor Roll Students

MVK 8th-grade boys basketball team wins IVC West conference tournament

Menards stores in Grundy, Kendall and Will counties are taking donations for area food pantries now through the month of March.

A single-family home in Morris that sold for $1.05 million tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Grundy County over the past week

Heidi Miller from the Grundy County Land Use Department has some tips on how residents can improve their lives in 2026.