Bloom High School Celebrates Black History Month

The school's African-American Culture Club planned a series of events to celebrate black history.

Joyce: IDOR will accept tax returns starting Feb. 12

Individual income tax returns for Illinois may be submitted starting Friday, Feb. 12, and Joyce urges residents to file early this year.

Bloom Trail Seniors Plan for a Bright Future

Bloom Trail students score major scholarships.

Sen. Patrick Joyce Has Tips To Keep Residents Safe This Winter

Joyce joins the Office of the State Fire Marshal in reminding residents to make sure they are heating their homes safely this winter.

Joyce seeks to improve COVID-19 vaccination process

Joyce calls on the state for the implementation of a database that would support county health departments & prevent the waste of vaccines.

Bloom Teacher Connects Black Lives Matter to Art Class

In an article published in Art Education, Deborah Filbin discusses the importance of healthy conversations about race.

An update from State Senator Patrick Joyce

A monthly roundup of State Senator Patrick Joyce's news and information in the 40th District.

Joyce named chair of Senate Agriculture Committee

State Senator Patrick Joyce will serve as chair of the Senate Agriculture Committee in the 102nd General Assembly.

Joyce invites high school seniors to apply for scholarship

The annual Conservation Achievement Scholarship is now accepting applications, and Senator Joyce encourages eligible students to apply.

Bloom Trail Earns Vocabulary Bowl Success

The school is seeking to earn back its championship title in the statewide competition.

Bloom 206 Explores Authentic Learning with Renowned Educator

Bloom and Bloom Trail leaders are working with author and educator Jay McTighe on an innovative education framework.

Joyce demands transparency following the passage of HB 3653

Sen. Joyce made the conscious choice not to vote on a package of criminal justice reform legislation in the early hours Wednesday.

Patrick Joyce sworn in as Illinois state senator

State Senator Patrick Joyce (D-Essex) was sworn into office today for his first full term in the Illinois Senate.

Joyce draws attention to Radon Action Month

Sen. Joyce emphasizes the importance of early detection of radon and urges people to test their homes for this harmful gas.

Joyce: Mobile testing site opens in Kankakee County

A mobile testing site will operate now through Wednesday, Jan. 6 from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. each day at the Kankakee County Health Department.

GSU’s Center for Performing Arts Continues Opera Up Close Series

Streaming on YouTube January 17 – February 14

Joyce invites residents to share legislative ideas

As the spring legislative session approaches, Senator Patrick Joyce is encouraging residents to share their ideas for potential new laws.

An update from State Senator Patrick Joyce

A monthly roundup of State Senator Patrick Joyce's news and information in the 40th District.

Joyce urges drivers to use caution during winter weather

Senator Joyce joins IDOT, the Illinois State Police and the Illinois Tollway in reminding drivers to prepare for winter driving conditions.

Jalen Miller of Riverdale

Former Star College Athlete Scoring Winning Shots for HHCD, Not-for-Profit Social Service Agency Serves 3,000 in Metropolitan Chicago

Joyce encourages residents in need of support to reach out

Senator Joyce continues to serve the community by answering constituents’ most pressing questions and keeping everyone updated.

Joyce reminds residents to get a flu shot

Sen. Joyce is spreading awareness about National Influenza Vaccination Week and encourages residents to get a flu shot as soon as possible.

Governors State University Holds Virtual Silent Auction

Proceeds to Benefit Arts Programs, GSU Food Pantry

Joyce: Giving Tuesday underway despite COVID-19 challenges

As local organizations band together to promote charitable giving, Joyce encourages folks to to give back this Giving Tuesday.

Bloom 206 Gives Gift Cards to Families in Need for Thanksgiving

COVID-19 concerns changed a long time tradition, but the district still pushed forward to serve families.

Joyce urges residents to shop local on Small Business Saturday

As people begin their holiday shopping, Joyce urges them to patronize local businesses, especially on Small Business Saturday, Nov. 28.

An update from State Senator Patrick Joyce

A monthly roundup of State Senator Patrick Joyce's news and information in the 40th District.

Bloom High School Does ‘Broadway Our Way’

Even though Bloom High School is continuing the virtual learning experience, the show must go on.

Joyce shares Thanksgiving safety tips

Senator Patrick Joyce joins the Illinois State Fire Marshal’s Office in sharing tips to ensure families stay safe in the kitchen.

Crete Public Library Returns to Curbside Services

The building is closed to the public, but services continue.

Crete Country Christmas 2020 Activities

Find out what's happening this year.

Joyce encourages local fire departments to apply for new grants

Joyce urges fire departments and not-for-profit ambulance services to apply for the State Fire Marshal’s Small Equipment Grant Program.

Joyce champions investments in public transportation

To help expand and improve public transportation, Sen. Joyce announced more than $262,000 in state grants for Kankakee and Grundy Counties.

Joyce encourages parents to enroll in new Chat2Learn text program

The Illinois State Board of Education has launched a new text program to help parents prepare young learners for school.

Bloom Trail High School Honors Veterans on Staff

The high school commemorated the national holiday by recognizing the veterans who continue to serve in a new way.

Joyce secures temporary COVID-19 testing site in Kankakee

Senator Joyce urges residents to take advantage of the Illinois Department of Public Health's temporary COVID-19 testing site in Kankakee.

Spaghetti Connects to the U.S. Revolution? Bloom Class Shows How

A teacher at Bloom High School is trying some interesting methods to dive into U.S. History.

Shop locally to help businesses, economy recover from pandemic

As people begin their holiday shopping, Senator Joyce is reminding residents to shop locally to support our small business community.

Crete Public Library Hosts Community Mitten Tree

To collect mittens, scarves, and hats for local children and family in need this winter.

Joyce announces additional $490,000 in aid to local businesses

Twenty businesses in the district Joyce represents received a combined $490,000 in Business Interruption Grants.