Braceville News

Marriage Christopher Crook of Braceville and Nina Montalto of Essex. Suit filed by Olsen settled A suit filed by a man who fell at the Butler Did It was dismissed in circuit court Tuesday when all issues were ...

Summer Kickoff Festival: Vendors are wanted for the Village of Braceville's Summer Kickoff Festival, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 14-15. The fee is $25. This will be an outdoor event in the center of town.

Look for members of the Braidwood Knights of Columbus at special events such as Braidwood Fest this summer.

The University of Illinois Extension will provide a summer adventure and learning opportunity for children that is close to home.

Alice Jirmasek of Coal City made a special trip Friday morning to attend the phone bill clinic hosted by the Citizens Utility Board.

TWO DRIVERS were cited for possession of drug paraphernalia in separate stops on Saturday.

“Officers responded quickly to the neighborhood and saw some teens flee when they approached. They were apprehended after a brief foot chase and identified by the victim”

A fire gutted a trailer home Thursday at 343 S. School Road. Braidwood fire Chief Ken Heberer said firefighters arrived on the scene around 4:15 p.m. "The home was occupied but everyone got out in time," ... via Herald News

“There are so many treasures and pleasures that linger on this 90 mile stretch”

Hop aboard the most famous road of them all May 3 and May 4 and experience some great family fun Americana style. via Herald News

“Senator Obama has some questions to answer about his dealings with one of his largest contributors, Exelon, a big nuclear power company. Apparently he cut some deals behind closed doors to protect them from full disclosure in the nuclear industry.”

The Fact-Checker, by Michael Dobbs "Comment is free, but facts are sacred." -- C.P. Scott, editor Manchester Guardian, 1921 Our goal is to shed as much light as possible on controversial claims and ... via The Washington Post

The following schools are canceled today: Braceville Dist 75 Channahon School Dist 17 Coal City Dist. via Morris Daily Herald

Voters looking to beat the crowds and cast their votes early for the Feb. 5 primary can do so starting Monday. via Herald News

“If a number of rods drop, there could be some issues with the reactor fuel, like a bit of damage. But, it's not really significant.”

Engineers expect Unit 1 at Braidwood Generating Station to return to full power this weekend in the wake of a control rod incident. via Morris Daily Herald

Gesture results in higher bond A man appearing in court on a domestic battery charge had his bond increased to $1,000 cash when he made a gesture toward the victim. via Morris Daily Herald

Luca Alexander Byers Katie and Christian Byers of Gardner are proud to announce the birth of their first child, Luca Alexander Byers. via Morris Daily Herald

“The task of caring for Grundy County families in need at Christmas is too large for any organization to handle alone”

We Care of Grundy County is pleased to announce that 768 children from 313 low-income families found gifts under the tree this Christmas thanks to 58 organizations and individuals throughout Grundy County. via Morris Daily Herald

A BRACEVILLE man was charged with obstructing police at 8:45 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. via Morris Daily Herald

The Chancel Choir of First Presbyterian Church in Morris will present "On This Very Night," a Christmas musical written by Karla Worley, during the 9:30 a.m. worship service this Sunday, Dec. via Morris Daily Herald

“We come up with a number each day of vehicles to let through and ones to search”

Visitors cannot help notice the Braidwood Nuclear Power Plant as they travel along Illinois 53. via Herald News

The Grundy County Highway Department's building succumbed to flames earlier Wednesday night. via Morris Daily Herald