Town Traditions: Cookie's Restaurant, Part Of Minooka For Decades

"This place is a hidden gem! The food is delicious, and the service is always top-notch," one Google Reviewer remarked about Cookie's.

Little Explorers Program For Preschoolers Relaunched At Four Rivers

A monthly preschooler program canceled during the pandemic and construction work at Four Rivers Environmental Education Center is back!

Eagle Watch Swoops In To Four Rivers In Channahon On Saturday, Jan. 14

The event is set for 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and features guided hikes, live raptor presentations, family activities, a food truck and more!

Channahon Eagle Photo Wins Forest Preserve Photo Contest

Bertrand Leclercq of Naperville took the winning photo at McKinley Woods in Channahon. The monthly photo contest continues through Dec. 31.

Raquel Goggin Has Helped So Many In Our Community: Local Heroes

Susan Pfeiffer says Raquel's real estate endeavors are just the surface. She delivers pumpkin pies to all her clients every Thanksgiving.

Threatened Sunfish Species On Display At Four Rivers Aquarium

The redspotted sunfish is a new fish ambassador in a 2,000-gallon aquarium at the Forest Preserve visitor center in Channahon.

Four Rivers Doubles The Fun With Pelican Watch And Exhibit Opening

See why migrating pelicans love Four Rivers on Sept. 24, and then check out the new exhibits that highlight this river-rich Channahon site!

Channahon Family Honors Son’s Memory and Benefits Children with Cancer

Channahon Family Honors Son’s Memory and Benefits Children Fighting Cancer

Missing Channahon Man Found: Chicago Police

Police said the 24-year-old was found.

Four Rivers Nature Center To Host Sensory Sunday Programs

Four Rivers will be open to those with sensory processing needs so they can explore at their own pace in a quiet and calm environment.

All-Persons Trail To Be Unveiled July 9 At Four Rivers For All Event

The event will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Visitors who want to take a sensory hike must register in advance; call 815-722-9470.

Fireworks Near Me: Channahon's July 4th 2022

Patch has your complete guide to Independence Day fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around Channahon.

Forest Preserve's Four Rivers site in Channahon to close for paving

Four Rivers Environmental Education Center and McKinley Woods - Kerry Sheridan Grove will be closed for paving from June 26-29 and July 6-8.

July 4th Fireworks 2022 Around Channahon, Minooka

Patch has your complete guide to Independence Day fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around Channahon.

Forest Preserve Hosts National Trails Day Cleanup On Saturday, June 4

This is a District-wide, self-led cleanup effort and supplies will be available at five locations. Register now to participate!

Mattson and Avelar work together to host school supply drive

To ensure children in Will County have access to school supplies this fall, Sen. Mattson and Rep. Avelar are hosting a school supply drive.

Minooka Memorial Day Parade Nears

The Memorial Day parade in downtown Minooka gets underway at 10 a.m. at Mission Bible Church.

Forest Preserve Hosts Migration Celebration at Four Rivers

The event features live raptors, hikes, vendors, a food truck and keynote speaker on "The Changing Nature of the Forest Ecotone."

Minooka Fire: Forepaws Helps Family With Cats, Dogs, Guinea Pigs

By Monday afternoon, Forepaws owner Megan Kurzweil had an entire office filled with bags of donated clothes and other items.

Community Resource Fair to be hosted by Troy 30-C, Minooka 201

Event open to the public

How To Deduct Donations To Channahon-Minooka Food Banks

Donating to the Patch Holiday Food Drive or to other charities in Channahon-Minooka is tax-deductible for 2021 if you give by Dec. 31.

Chance To Win Super Bowl Tickets By Donating Blood Near Channahon-Minooka: Red Cross

There's a Red Cross blood drive coming up in the Channahon-Minooka area.

Channahon Bids Farewell To Retiring Police Officer

On Tuesday, the community is invited to a retirement celebration for Officer Ed Bischoff, who served for 29 years.

Shop Forest Preserve Visitor Centers For 'Green' Gifts

Buy a Forest Preserve gift card or fair trade and eco-friendly items as presents or stocking stuffers for the nature fans on your list.

Blood Donations Needed In Channahon-Minooka Area: Red Cross Drive Coming Up Soon

The nation is experiencing a severe blood supply shortage.

Family Honors Son’s Memory and Benefits Children Fighting Cancer

Channahon Family Honors Son’s Memory and Benefits Children Fighting Cancer

Minooka Woman Wins September's Forest Photo Contest

Eileen Capodice won September's portion of the Forest Preserve District's contest with her pokeweed photo taken at McKinley Woods.

Channahon-Minooka Area Red Cross Blood Drive Coming Up Soon

The nation is experiencing a severe blood donation shortage.

Public Works To Begin Removing Debris After Tuesday Storm

Village officials said no injuries were reported as a result of Tuesday's storms, but said some buildings were heavily damaged.

New Police Chief on the Job in Manhattan

Manhattan is a great community, with a great history. I'm happy to be a part of Manhattan’s future.

Superior Battery Sued Over Morris Fire That Displaced Thousands

Illinois Attorney General Raoul said Superior Battery didn't tell officials they were housing volatile chemicals that could pollute the air.

Channahon Announces Inaugural Potato Festival Set For Sept. 18

The event will feature a car show, food trucks, games, music and potatoes, though it is named for potato-shaped rocks found in the village.

Join The Forest Preserve's 'Litter: Public Enemy No. 1" Campaign

Sign up for a cleanup day on July 31 and grab a free litter picker at one of five visitor centers, including Four Rivers in Channahon.

Fireworks Near Me: Channahon, Minooka's 4th of July 2021

Patch has your complete guide to Fourth of July fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around Minooka and Channahon.

Red Cross Sets Up Shelter For Residents As Fire Burns In Morris

Red Cross sets up emergency shelter at First Christian Church for residents evacuated from the Morris industrial fire.

4th Of July Fireworks 2021 Near Channahon, Minooka

Patch has your complete guide to Fourth of July fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around Minooka and Channahon.

Forest Preserve's Endangered Species Quilt Exhibit Opens June 19

Quilts depicting endangered species will be on display at visitor centers in Channahon, Beecher, Joliet and Romeoville through July 25.

'Migration Celebration' Set For May 8 At Four Rivers In Channahon

The "Migration Celebration" will feature guided hikes, birding activities and presentations, a Bird Bio-Blitz and a Big Day Competition.

Channahon Celebrates 60th Anniversary With Family Scavenger Hunt

Prizes for finding hidden eggs throughout the Village May 15 range from gift certificates to local businesses to Channahon memorabilia.

Registration Ends April 22 For Spring Village Garage Sale Registration

Garage sales will take place April 29-May 1.