100 Years In The Making: St. John's UCC To Mark Historic Milestone

The public is invited to join the celebration for the Mokena church, which will include the unveiling of time capsules from 1922 and 1987.

Forest Preserve Seeks National Public Lands Day Volunteers

Make a difference in your community by attending a volunteer program on Sunday, Sept. 25, at Hickory Creek Preserve in Mokena.

Mokena VFW Ready To Fire Up The Grill For BBQ Bonanza

Members of the Mokena VFW Post 725 and Post 725 Auxiliary will be grilling up steak and chicken to help benefit the Manteno Veterans' Home.

Support U.S. Troops At Our Fallen Hero 5K Saturday In Mokena

The 9th annual run will benefit USO Illinois, which supports nearly 350,000 military members and their families in the state.

Orland Park PD Partners With ATF | Wine And Ale Walk | Birthday Bash

Plus: Woman Found With Heroin, Fentanyl | Florist Says Goodbye | Drug Charges For Cop's Boyfriend, Sister | Great Pumpkin Party | more.

Fall Book Sale At Mokena Library Scheduled For Friday, Saturday

The sale is hosted by The Friends of the Mokena Library, and proceeds go toward the Mokena Community Public Library District.

Kelly's Healing Touch, Massage Bodyworks and Esthetics Hosts Toy Drive

Kelly's Healing Touch, Massage Bodyworks and Esthetics Hosts Toy Drive in Honor of Jacob Abraham to Benefit Children with Cancer

Mokena's Halloween Hollow Offers Food, Music, Carnival In October

The three-day event runs from Oct. 7-9 and features live musical entertainment, a costume contest, pumpkin painting, and other activities.

Looking for Something Fun to do in September?

Check out the Mokena Park District Fall Brochure and you'll find activities for all ages.

Volunteers Needed For Brush Clearing At Hickory Creek Preserve

The event is being held in conjunction with National Public Lands Day​, is traditionally the nation's largest single-day volunteer effort.

Flapjack Fever: Pancake Breakfast Day In Mokena Set To Return Oct. 2

The annual event is hosted by the Mokena Fire Protection District and the Mokena Lions Club.

Hickory Creek Preserve Part Of Woods Walk Hiking Program

The program includes trails at 11 Forest Preserve District of Will County sites.

Donate For Pets, Get Produce At NAWS Farmers Market Fundraiser

The second annual Farmers Market Fundraiser is scheduled to be held Aug. 27 at Resale for Rescues in Mokena.

Cop On A Rooftop Event Scheduled For Friday In Mokena

Mokena police officers will be raising money for Special Olympics Illinois.

Mokena's Food Trucks On Front Extended Through September: Village

The next Food Trucks on Front is scheduled from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday.

Mokena Farm & Barn Fest Set For Saturday

The annual fest will feature an outdoor flea market, activities for children and families, and two free concerts.

Hastings highlights state tax holiday on school supplies

Illinois residents will see a 10-day reduced state sales tax holiday on school supplies starting today, thanks to Sen. Michael E. Hastings.

Annual Motorcycle, Car Ride For PFC Aaron Toppen Set For Sunday

The ride benefits the Our Fallen Hero Foundation in Memory of PFC Aaron Toppen, a Mokena resident who was killed in Afghanistan in 2014.

Patriots On Parade: July 4 Winners Recognized At Board Meeting

Trophies were handed out during Monday's Mokena Village Board of Trustees meeting.

Mokena Cat Missing

Please help us find Agnes

Mokena PD Going Big With First Ever National Night Out Tuesday

It will mark the first time the Mokena Police Department will participate in the nationwide event.

Farm & Barn Fest In Mokena To Return Aug. 13

The annual festival will feature an outdoor flea market, activities for the whole family and two free concerts.

Family Fun on the Farm at Farm & Barn Fest

Enjoy the day at beautiful Yunker Farm with kids games and activities, contests, great food, a Free Country Concert and more.

Mokena Vet 'Kept On Battlefield' With Cancer Treatment At Silver Cross

Mokena resident and Vietnam War veteran Jim Schlegel was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2013.

Find Willy, Win A Kite In Forest Preserve Scavenger Hunt

The Forest Preserve District of Will County's mascot, Willy, will be hidden in four preserves, including Hickory Creek Preserve in Mokena.

Firecracker Weekend In Mokena Starts Friday

The Mokena Lions Club will host the 34th annual event.

Hold Onto Your Hot Dogs: Eating Contest Set For July 4 At Mokena VFW

Dinky's and the Mokena VFW will host their first hot dog eating contest following the Mokena 4th of July Parade.

Throwing Gas: Mokena's Daniel Potter Tosses 1st Pitch At Slammers Game

Nearly 2,000 fans were on hand Tuesday to watch Mokena's unofficial mayor hurl the ball before the game.

Mokena Water Restrictions In Place Starting Wednesday: Village

Outside watering is only allowed between 7 a.m. and 11 a.m. effective as of Wednesday.

Food Trucks On Front To Debut Wednesday In Mokena

The Village of Mokena is looking to start a new summer tradition with food trucks featured in the downtown area.

IL American Water Encourages Customers to View Their Water Report

Customers can access their 2021 Consumer Confidence Report online.

Mokena Native, 38, Killed In Las Vegas Crash Was A Loving Family Man

Steve Palmatier was killed in an accident that police said was caused by a drunk driver while and his family were en route to the airport.

Don't Miss the Mokena Park District Foundation Golf Outing

Enjoy a day of golfing that will also support the Foundation's mission.

Kids Will Have Fun Learning to Play Soccer in this Recreational League

This instructional soccer league focuses on basic skills for the beginning and novice youth players from age 4 to Grade 8.

Don't Miss the Summer Drive-In Movies and Free Outdoor Concerts

Mark Your Calendars for Wednesdays in June and July for Mokena Park District's Drive-in Movies and Free Concerts.

You'll Have a Pawsome Afternoon at Woofstock

Enjoy this free event for pets and their owners.

Forest Preserve Hosts Paint & Plant Wellness Class

Use creative therapy to paint your own planter pot during this wellness program set for June 9 at Hickory Creek Preserve in Mokena.

Illinois American Water Reminds Customers to Conserve Water

Conservation Program is in effect for customers with Lake Michigan water source

Mokena Resident Named One Of Forest Preserve's Volunteers Of The Year

Awards from the Forest Preserve District of Will County were handed during its April 26 Volunteer Banquet.

Illinois American Water Ranks #1, J.D. Power U.S. Water Utility Study

Third Year in a Row, Illinois American Water also ranked #1 in 2021, 2020 and in 2016.