Mokena Library District To Receive $29,000 In Grant Money

The grants are awarded annually to support local public library services throughout Illinois.

Mokena Police Go All In For National Night Out At Yunker Farm

The event will be held Tuesday, August 6 at Yunker Farm, from 6 to 8 p.m.

11,000 Pounds Of Pet Food Donated To Mokena's NAWS

Plainfield-based TR Miller Heating, Cooling and Plumbing ran a food drive, donating 10 pounds of food for every $89 A/C tune-up.

Free Family Fun Day

It's time to Unplug and Play! Color your kite and fly.

Farm & Barn Fest Set For August 10 At Yunker Farm

Farm & Barn Fest is on held on historic Yunker Farm. There's something for everyone to enjoy.

Mokena Woman Wins Forest Preserve's 'Take It Outside' Challenge

The Spring Fling "Take It Outside" challenge nudged people to get outside for nature-themed missions all over Will County.

St. Coletta’s participants, staff volunteer at My Joyful Heart

Assist organization in mission to provide essential resources to underprivileged children

New Bocce Ball Tournament and Summer Singles Cornhole League

Enjoy some friendly competition this summer with the Mokena Park District Cornhole League and Bocce Ball Tournament.

Bringing Abby Back: Art Pulls Mokena Woman, 28, From Depths Of Trauma

Abby Mathias has Down syndrome and lived a full life until 17, when life events set her back. Art has proven vital in restoring her peace.

Mokena Police To Unveil New $16M Headquarters May 29

A ribbon-cutting ceremony will be held Wednesday, May 29, followed by an open house.

Mokena Police Participate In Cop On A Rooftop May 17

Mokena police will participate in the May 17 fundraiser for Special Olympics Illinois.

Lunch Bunch & Bingo at Mokena Park District

Enjoy a delicious lunch and a few Bingo games with your friends, or meet some new friends.

Pickleball Leagues for Beginners and Experienced Players

Pickleball is one of the fastest growing sports in the country. Join a League at Mokena Park District.

Coast Guard Offers Free Safety Checks On Boats, Jet Skis, Paddlecrafts

The vessel safety checks will be offered Saturday, May 4 at the Mokena Park District office.

Mokena Park District Staff Member is Young Professional of the Year

Brenna Bowers, Recreation Supervisor, awarded the South Suburban Park & Recreation Professional Association, Young Professional of the Year.

Childcare Scammer Used Money To Buy Bentley, House In Mokena: Feds

The scheme allowed her to fraudulently obtain $3.3M in state subsidies intended to provide low-income families with childcare.

Total Solar Eclipse: How Much We’ll See In Mokena, When To See It

Excitement is building for the solar eclipse April 8 in Mokena, where we'll experience 94 percent partiality.

Mokena Police Hiring Lateral Officers

The application deadline is April 24.

Will I See The Total Solar Eclipse In Mokena?

Excitement is building for the solar eclipse April 8 in Mokena, where we'll experience 94 percent partiality.

Solar Eclipse Viewing Party Planned At Mokena's Hickory Creek Preserve

The viewing party is scheduled for 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. April 8, timed to coincide with the solar eclipse as it passes through Illinois.

Mokena Offers Tree Planting Cost-Sharing Program

Residents can split the cost of planting new trees in parkways adjacent to their properties.

Volunteers Needed For Mokena Village Clean-up Event

The cleanup event is set for Saturday, April 6. Volunteers will work on several locations throughout Mokena.

Hastings advances bill to cover cost for infertility coverage

A new law may soon be on the books to help ensure insurance coverage for certain infertility treatments, thanks to Senator Hastings.

Mokena Park District Has Many Programs Starting Soon for Adults

Adult programs at Mokena Park District are a great place for socializing, exercise and learning something new.

'Joyride' In Mokena Park Destroys Field, Damages Playground

The incidents happened at Willowview Park late last month and again this week, officials said.

Spring Youth Soccer Recreational League is Starting Soon!

Mokena and Manhattan Park Districts are teaming up to conduct this instructional soccer league for beginning players age 4-14.

Hastings advances measure to connect vets with careers in government

Illinois veterans may soon have a new way to connect with careers in state government, thanks to a measure advanced by Senator Hastings.

Love Stinks, So Does Your Ex: Name A NAWS Litterbox After Them

NAWS Humane Society in Mokena has a poop-osition for you—get the kind of closure you never knew you needed.

St. Coletta’s of Illinois expands services for intellectually disabled

Introduces Self-Direction Assistant Services to help families navigate paperwork, program options

On Feb. 6th: `Can You Afford to Retire?’ at New Lenox Public Library

Retirement expert Dr. Jim Flanagan, founder of Bentron Financial Group, leads session that helps you gauge your retirement readiness

Hastings celebrates over $11,000 in library grants coming to the 19th

Hastings has announced that six school districts in the 19th Senate District have received over $11,000 to provide resources to libraries.

2023's Most-Read Stories On Mokena Patch

From local tragedies to a beloved Mokena brew pub closing its doors for the final time, the past year offered some memorable stories.

Where To Celebrate New Year's Eve 2023 Around Mokena

Several celebrations will include champagne toasts, dancing, comedy shows, and other festivities as revelers ring in the start of 2024.

Sensory room creates safe, calming space for those with special needs

St. Coletta’s of Illinois opens sea-themed area to help regulate emotions

Knights of Columbus Tootsie Roll Drive nets $1,873 for St. Coletta’s

Developmentally disabled children, adults benefit from community generosity

Mokena Rallies Around Family Of 5 Who Lost Everything In Fire

A GoFundMe effort has raised over $2,300 for a local couple with three children under 10 trying to put their lives together after the blaze.

Support the Society of St Vincent de Paul Chicago this #GivingTuesday

You have not lived today until you have done something for someone who can never repay you. – John Bunyan

Mokena Firefighters, VFW Team Up For Holiday Toy Drive

The groups are collecting new, unwrapped toys at the Mokena VFW on Wolf Road through December 11 that will be given to needy area families.

GivingTuesday: 5 Mokena-Area Nonprofits That Could Use Your Help

In a season of giving and thankfulness, here are five volunteer organizations that are always in need of community support and help.

Mokena Family Has 'So Much To Be Thankful For' After Bahamas Rescue

Becky and Matt Savage and their two sons were on a catamaran that capsized last week in the Bahamas, resulting in a woman's death.