Noonan Elementary Academy

Experience the high-energy classic musical Grease, presented by Redline Theatre Company with book, music, and lyrics by Jim Jacobs and Warren Casey. Join Danny, Sandy, and the gang for an unforgettable performance at Noonan Academy—&nbsp;🎟️TICKET LINK:<a href="https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/grease-school-version" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/grease-school-version</a>

Local Event: Grease

Will County

Frankfort

Illinois

Grease

Experience the high-energy classic musical Grease, presented by Redline Theatre Company with book, music, and lyrics by Jim...

Redline Theatre Company

Andrea Earnest

Chicago Metropolitan Area

Lauren Traut

Mokena

Cook County

Tinley Park

Orland Park

New Lenox

Oak Forest

Manhattan

Homewood-Flossmoor

Chicago Heights

Lorraine Swanson

Palos

Homer Glen-Lockport

Gotion Illinois Manufacturing

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - Students Earn International Scholar Award
MANTENO, IL July 16, 2026 — A group of Illinois high school and college students who spent their summer immersed in advanced battery manufacturing will soon embark on a journey halfway around the world as part of Gotion Illinois' inaugural International Scholar Award Program.
Departing Chicago on Sunday, July 19, the students, accompanied by local elementary, high school, and college STEM educators, and parents will participate in a 10-day educational, arts and cultural exchange across China. The group includes high school students from Herscher, Bradley-Bourbonnais, Clifton Central, Manteno, and Kankakee Bishop McNamara that is joinng college interns from UIUC, UIC, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology, Virginia Polytechnic, Wheaton, and ITT and others with degree programs ranging from engineering to business to architecture.
The trip marks the culmination of Gotion Illinois' summer internship program, which provides students with hands-on exposure to advanced battery manufacturing and clean energy technologies. Throughout the summer, participating high school and college students worked with experts at Gotion Illinois’ Manteno plant, gaining hands-on experience producing energy storage systems (ESS) and electric vehicle (EV) batteries. The internship introduced students to the wide range of careers that support advanced manufacturing, from engineering and quality control to supply chain, operations and Research and Development. The International Scholar Award Program combines workforce development, STEM education, the arts and cultural exchange, providing students with an opportunity to learn from global industry leaders while experiencing a new culture firsthand.
As a global battery technology company, Gotion Illinois created the Scholar program to help students of all majors better understand the international nature of the battery industry, and the role innovation, research, the arts and manufacturing play in advancing clean energy technologies worldwide. "The International Scholar Award reflects Gotion Illinois' commitment to investing in the next generation of innovators, engineers, and community leaders," said Mark Kruesel, Vice President of Manufacturing at Gotion Illinois. "We are proud to provide them with the opportunity to explore advanced battery manufacturing, connect with industry experts, and gain a broader perspective on the global technologies shaping their future."
Over 10 days, participants will travel through Shanghai, Nanjing, Hefei, and Beijing, where they will visit advanced manufacturing facilities, tour leading universities, engage with technology experts, and explore some of China's most renowned historical landmarks. The group will return to the United States via Guangzhou. Among the highlights of the trip are visits to the Great Wall of China, the Forbidden City, and a variety of cultural, educational, and technology-focused destinations that showcase China's advancements in innovation, manufacturing, and sustainable energy. For many of the students selected, this will be their first opportunity to travel internationally and see how the technologies they studied this summer are developed and manufactured around the world. "This is a unique opportunity to see how our local community is connected to the larger world," said International Scholar Emily Lyle. Educators accompanying the delegation say the experience will have a lasting impact not only on students but also on local classrooms and communities.
“This is just our first cohort,” said Director of Public Affairs Andrew Wheeler. “We look forward to providing enough runway for full participation from all partners, including Kankakee 111 and Kankakee Area Career Center next year. Next year begins when we kick off October Manufacturing Month with Student and educator tours of the facility, and a look at local Advanced Manufacturing in a global context.”
 ###
About Gotion Illinois
Gotion Illinois is developing next-generation battery technology and advanced manufacturing solutions to support the growing demand for electric mobility and energy storage. Through partnerships with local schools, colleges, universities, and community organizations, Gotion Illinois is committed to workforce development, STEM education, and creating opportunities for future industry leaders.
Media Contact -&nbsp;Andrew Wheeler Gotion Illinois, Director of Public Affairs 
a.wheeler@gotion.com

Local Event: Students Earn International Scholar Award

Kankakee County

Manteno

Students Earn International Scholar Award

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - Students Earn International Scholar Award
MANTENO, IL July 16, 2026 — A group of Illinois high school...

We are known for having a large well-organized, and clean sale with fantastic prices. We have clothes, toys, books, tools, small furniture, housewares, decorations,and a “boutique”area with brand, new items, and collectibles.

Local Event: Christ Lutheran Church Rummage Sale

Christ Lutheran Church Rummage Sale

We are known for having a large well-organized, and clean sale with fantastic prices. We have clothes, toys, books, tools,...

CD&ME

<h2>Rock the Night Away at SummerFest 2026! Friday, July 17 @ 6PM | CD&amp;ME, Frankfort</h2>
<h3>Get ready for an unforgettable night of live music, great food, and summer fun - all for a great cause! Your ticket includes live music performances, delicious eats and access to our cash bar.</h3>
&nbsp;Rain or shine |&nbsp; 21+ only | Spin the prize wheel for instant and premier prizes!
Special shoutout to our Lincoln-Way High School Alumni celebrating with us - grab your reunion tickets! Not part of a reunion? No problem - just select General Admission. Want your class to join the celebration? Reach out and let's make it happen!

Local Event: Lincoln-Way Foundation's SummerFest

Lincoln-Way Foundation's SummerFest

Rock the Night Away at SummerFest 2026! Friday, July 17 @ 6PM | CD&ME, Frankfort
Get ready for an unforgettable night of live...

Quality Inn - Georgios Banquets

Dig through 40 dealer tables featuring a massive selection of Rock, Blues, Pop, Country, and Jazz vinyl, plus cassettes, CDs, and music memorabilia. General admission is just $3.00 with kids attending for free, or get early bird access with a $10.00 preview at 7:30 A.M.

Local Event: Orland Park Record Collectors Show

Orland Park Record Collectors Show

Dig through 40 dealer tables featuring a massive selection of Rock, Blues, Pop, Country, and Jazz vinyl, plus cassettes, CDs,...

White Oak Library District: Lockport Branch

Get ready, fandom lovers! Lockport’s 10th Annual Comic and Fandom Con is leveling up again this year with over 60 artists, writers, and specialty vendors offering exclusive merch you won’t find anywhere else—all at budget-friendly prices. Show off your best cosplay for a chance to win cash prizes, rock out to live music, laugh it up with an improv group, and catch insights at the artist panel. Plus, there’s a scavenger hunt, a themed photo booth, and yes—zombies! This is your ultimate fandom adventure—don’t miss it!&nbsp;
Swag bags for the first 500 attendees. Follow your fandoms at this FREE show presented by the White Oak Library District and the Lockport Council of Arts.&nbsp;
121 E 8th Street, Lockport IL. Find out more at <a href="https://whiteoaklibrary.org/comicopolis" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">COMICOPOLIS.ORG</a> and on Facebook at <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/7676315335818212" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">comicopolislockport</a>.&nbsp;

Local Event: Comicopolis

Comicopolis

Get ready, fandom lovers! Lockport’s 10th Annual Comic and Fandom Con is leveling up again this year with over 60 artists,...

Northern Builders is pleased to announce the invitation to bid for the epoxy flooring scope of work for the renovations at Fire Protection District Station #2 to any union epoxy flooring contractors. Proposals must include a formal proposal as well as a bid bond form in a sealed envelope and send it to Northern Builders office at 5060 River Road, Schiller Park Illinois. Contractors can use the plans from the link below to formulate their proposal.&nbsp;<a href="https://northernbuilders.sharefile.com/public/share/web-s369e115cfbd04c038bab51d85c4069a9" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">northernbuilders.sharefile.com/public/share/web-s369e115cfbd04c038bab51d85c4069a9</a>
Contractors have until 12 pm on July 24th to submit their proposal and bid bond form to Northern Builders. Any proposal not submitted in a sealed envelope will not be accepted.

New Lenox Fire Protection District #2 Epoxy...

Northern Builders is pleased to announce the invitation to bid for the epoxy flooring scope of work for the renovations at Fire Protection District...

Nearby Communities

State Edition

National Edition

Redline Theatre Company, Neighbor

Posting Activity

Grease

JUL

25

7:00 PM

Noonan Elementary Academy, 19131 Henry Dr, Mokena, IL

Students Earn International Scholar Award

Christ Lutheran Church Rummage Sale

Lincoln-Way Foundation's SummerFest

Orland Park Record Collectors Show

Comicopolis

New Lenox Fire Protection District #2 Epoxy FLooring Invitation to Bid