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Elementary school library celebrates fall with creative activities
Mrs. Erhard’s Elementary School Library students have been engaging in a series of fall-themed activities.

Fourth graders explore soybean germination through hands-on classroom activity

Students in Mrs. Gernenz’s fourth-grade classroom participated in an educational session on germination as part of their November Agriculture in the Classroom Soybean lesson.

How many Hispanic students were enrolled in Coal City Elementary School in 2022-23 school year?

In Coal City Elementary School, 11.7% of students enrolled in the 2022-23 school year identified as Hispanic.

Daniel Gene Westrick, 64, of Diamond, Illinois, Appreciated for Artistic Talents

Daniel Gene Westrick passed away on Nov. 17. Below is the obituary.
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Class explores letters and numbers with creative turkey-themed activities

Mrs. Mullen's class at Coal City Early Childhood Center is engaging in educational activities focused on letters, numbers, and counting.

Students explore forces and motion in sixth grade science class

Sixth-grade science students have transitioned from studying thermal energy to exploring forces and motion.

How many white students were enrolled in Coal City Middle School in 2022-23 school year?

423 white students were enrolled in Coal City Middle School in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Illinois honors local school boards' dedication on annual observance day

Nearly 6,000 individuals serve on local Boards of Education across Illinois, including seven who represent Coal City Community Unit School District 1.

High schoolers learn parenting skills with baby simulators

Coal City High School students in Mrs. Stith’s Child Development 1 course recently participated in a unique assignment designed to teach them about parenting.

Coal City High School students learn forensic skills through fingerprint analysis

In a forensics class at Coal City High School, students are learning the intricacies of fingerprint analysis.

Coal City school board fills vacancy; adopts tentative tax levy

The Coal City Community Unit School District Board of Education held its November meeting, where Jeff Emerson was sworn in to fill an unexpired term.

Middle schoolers tackle percents and functions in math classes

Middle school students at Mrs. Wankowski's classes are engaged in learning about percents and functions.

Coal City issued a zoning ordinance blocking future tobacco shops

The Village of Coal City has implemented an ordinance to prevent the establishment of new tobacco shops, effective October 9.

2023 Parolees Recap: Who was paroled in ZIP Code 60416?

In 2023, one offender was released on parole and now resides in Illinois ZIP Code 60416, according to the Illinois Department of Corrections.

Coal City Middle School Education: 51 Hispanic students were enrolled in 2022-23 school year

In Coal City Middle School, 10.4% of students enrolled in the 2022-23 school year identified as Hispanic.

Coal City Theatre Department presents "Elf Jr." featuring middle school cast

The Coal City Theatre Department is set to bring the holiday spirit to life with its upcoming production of "Elf, Jr.

Becker's Healthcare recognizes Patt Vilt among top women CFOs for 2024

KANKAKEE, IL (November 18, 2024) - Patt Vilt, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at Riverside Healthcare, has been recognized by Becker’s Healthcare in its 2024 “Women hospital and health system CFOs to know” list.

Riverside Healthcare welcomes Dr. Charonn D. Woods to pain medicine team

Riverside Healthcare has announced the addition of Dr. Charonn D. Woods to its interventional pain medicine team. Dr. Woods specializes in minimally invasive procedures aimed at treating acute or chronic pain in areas such as the neck, back,...

Coalers confirms matchups for upcoming season

The Coal City Coalers' season starts on Nov. 25 against the Gardner-South Wilmington Panthers.

Veterans Day lesson emphasizes gratitude and learning in fourth-grade class

Mr. Vigna, a former social studies teacher at Coal City High School, visited Mrs. Anderson’s fourth-grade classroom to educate students about Veterans Day.
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