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The striking round lights on Schuyler Avenue have been replaced with a higher quality version for free. These lights feature a 75,000 Hour Rated Life expectancy (approximately 20 years) and are installed on a cable system over...

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Downtown Kankakee is full of Beats, Eats, and Drinks this Summer! Alongside Sunset Stroll and the Friday Night Concert Series, Sandwiches with a Side of Jam has returned to Downtown Kankakee! Kicking off on June 8th, the event...

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Kick off the summer with our annual Sunset Stroll in Downtown Kankakee! Our first Sunset Stroll of the Summer takes place on June 2nd on the North Schuyler Streetscape in front of the historic Majestic Theatre. The night...

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Sit & Scent is a unique candle making experience for you, your friends, and loved ones to enjoy!  Life is defined by experiences. Creating something new with friends or loved ones is a great way to make memories that...

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Studio 388 Kankakee has opened there doors in Downtown Kankakee! Located at 388 East Court Street, the photorgaphy studio is ran by Kyle & Kara Evans (owner of Kara Evans Photography).  Located in the heart of...

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Through her work as a realtor and with the Kankakee County Hispanic Partnership, Inc., Monica Pizano has helped many families make a home in Kankakee County and specifically in the 2nd Ward. We are thrilled to see her open her...

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Pathfinder, a full-service creative marketing agency, has opened their office in Downtown Kankakee! Their new office is located inside the newly renovated Kotek Building on the corner of E Court Street and N Schuyler Ave...

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Duncan Homes - a real estate investor operating in and around Kankakee - alongside Sky Development - a rehab construction specialist - have opened their offices in Downtown Kankakee! Their offices are located in the Kotek...

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The Spring of 2022 is something Kankakee has been waiting for. The long awaited Kankakee Metro Bus Transfer Station will be completed and ready for use by mid to late spring.  Downtown Kankakee is looking forward to its new...

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Voted Best Coffee Shop, Stefari Café serves small-batch specialty coffee, an exclusive espresso, and made to order breakfast and lunch. Husband and Wife, Stefan and Ari Frunze, started their business in 2017 with a shared dream...