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Village of Coal City

515 S. Broadway Street Coal City, IL 60416 Phone: (815) 634-8608 Police: (815) 634-8533 Police (Non-Emergency): 815-634-2341 Fire (Non Emergency): (815) 634-4700 Coal City Public Library District: (815) 634-4552 Web Site: www.coalcity-il.com/ Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm;

Currently estimated just over 5,000 residents, the Village of Coal City is a place to learn, live, play, grow, and enjoy.

The continuing increase in population has found the Village to be very livable. Located just south of I-80 along the I-55 Corridor, Coal City is conveniently located at the doorstep of the western suburbs. This allows residents to enjoy the shopping of regional shops and malls in Bolingbrook and Oakbrook, the cultural interests of downtown Chicago including its museums, sports, and performances, and the rest and relaxation of small town living all available within one day’s activities.

Playing has been at the heart of this community since its onset. Many of the residents enjoy camping, fishing,and boating at the adjoining chain of lakes consisting of abandoned mines along the northern border of Coal City. These clubs include the Coal City Area

Club, Miners Club, and CECO Club. Each has their own boards and rules for membership, but provides a wealth of recreational opportunities. If one does not want to join one of these clubs, Coal City is located within minutes of the Kankakee and Des Plaines rivers, which brings a wealth of additional recreational opportunities including horseback riding.

Each year, the Village comes together in a number of events including its Octoberfest, which sees the downtown area shut down and the streets overcome with vendors, people, and businesses celebrating the passing of summer into the fall and community. The Village and a host of non-profit organizations are comprised of the residents who invest their time and energy into making Coal City even more enjoyable and a place where people can continue to live, learn, play, and grow.

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Welcome from the Mayor of Coal City

Thank you for taking the time to look at Coal City as a place to find something you need, enjoy for the day, or decide to reside permanently. I am confident that you will be rewarded with the rich tradition and pride that Coalers take in their community and is evident with a quick drive down Broadway. The Village Board and I have taken to heart the task of keeping this community, founded in 1881, which has been home to generations of families, a place to learn, live, play, grow, and enjoy. In other words, I hope that you come to find what the Trustees and I already know – Coal City is a place to call home.

Coal City is unique as a community due to its roots in the mining that took place in the latter 19th century within this region and was the basis for Carbon Hill, Diamond, and Coal City. This is where the population boom that has filled the western and southern suburbs with new residential growth meets an existing full service community. This community includes an award winning unit school district, which calls Coal City home as well as the

Coal City Fire and Coal City Public Library districts. All of these, along with municipal utility and police services, form a community that has attracted residential and commercial growth in recent years.

The Village Board has recently turned its attention to improving the infrastructure of the village to ensure continued dependable service for its residents and businesses. The primary focus of the community has been updating the storm water system to convey water out of Coal City during heavy rains, which have stressed the systems of many suburbs throughout Chicagoland.

Additionally, roads and sidewalks have been updated and installed to provide a safe local network for cars and pedestrians alike.

The last major item to receive the Board’s effort is the establishment of a tax increment financing district. This economic competition tool will allow Coal City to continue to attract new businesses and jobs and ensure residents a continued high quality of life, which has been enjoyed by previous generations.

Whether you have enjoyed the annual Octoberfest provided by one of the village’s many volunteer organizations, or are enjoying a weekend of relaxation and fishing with family and friends at one of the clubs that surround Coal City, I hope that you find your experience refreshing and leaving you with the feeling that you would like to

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History of Coal City Before the Village’s incorporation, the history of Coal City has always been centered upon the resource of coal. Coal City was one of many villages in the area that received its start from the mines utilized to mine coal for local blacksmiths and farmers, who added the natural resource into the ears of corn that were burnt in order to create heat and energy.

The area was settled beginning in the mid 1800s along with local neighbors South Wilmington, Braidwood, Godley, Carbon Hill, and Diamond.

Consisting of sunken mines 3 and 4, a population of 900 and two buildings – the Coalfield Hotel and Charles Fisher’s Store, the Village incorporated on August 17, 1881. The population of the Village would fluctuate depending upon the success of the local mines. Beginning in the 1920s and completed within the next decade the Opera House joined the Village’s downtown facades along Broadway. In the 1940’s residents of Coal City along with Streator and Mazon enjoyed hopping on the “Doodlebug” each day, which was a passenger train that would pick up riders and drop them off in Joliet each day from the BNSF station still located at the end of Church Street.

Currently estimated at just over 5,000 residents, the Village of Coal City continues to be a place to learn, live, play, grow, and enjoy. A lot of residents within the area have a connection to other relatives who have known of the area for generations. Residents in the newer subdivisions such as Richards Crossing and Spring Meadows have discovered a community that enjoys low property taxes while providing an award-winning education exceeding state averages in ISAT scores, and has traditionally rewarded the community in athletics with performances that include state champions. The entire community, along with Diamond, Carbon Hill, and Goose Lake, send their children to one community unit school district that includes the Elementary School, Intermediate School, Middle School, High School and, beginning with the Fall of 2008, the Early Childhood Learning Center.

The continuing increase in population has found the Village to be very livable. Located just south of I-80 along the I-55 Corridor, Coal City is conveniently located at the doorstep of the western suburbs. This allows residents to enjoy the shopping of regional shops and malls in Bolingbrook and Oakbrook, the cultural interests of downtown Chicago including its museums, sports, and performances, and the rest and relaxation of small town living all available within one day’s activities.

Playing has been at the heart of this community since its onset. Many of the residents enjoy camping, fishing, and boating at the adjoining chain

of lakes consisting of abandoned mines along the northern border of Coal City. These clubs include the Coal City Area Club, Miners Club, and CECO Club. Each has their own boards and rules for membership, but provide a wealth of recreational opportunities.

If one does not want to join one of these clubs, Coal City is located within minutes of the Kankakee and Des Plaines rivers, which brings a wealth of additional recreational opportunities, including horseback riding.

Because of these opportunities, growth has been inevitable. Grundy County has experienced an increase in housing starts and will be the next high growth area after the density of Will and Kendall Counties increase.

The Village has completed a Comprehensive Plan to carefully control the

growth in the area and ensure the Village enjoys the opportunities that come along such as commercial establishments, more manufacturing and professional opportunities, and restaurants. The truck traffic in the area is an indicator of the logistics and geographical advantage that Coal City carries over much of the nation. Along with the growth in these areas will come additional passive and active recreational areas for resident enjoyment.

Lastly, residents have enjoyed the community since its incorporation. From the early Turners who continued the Bohemian traditions to the Lions Club Members, Coal City is a group of residents who enjoy their Village. Each year, the Village comes together in a number of events including its Octoberfest, which sees the downtown area shut down and the streets overcome with vendors, people, and businesses celebrating the passing of summer into the fall and community. The Village and a host of non-profit organizations is comprised of the residents who invest their time and energy into making Coal City even more enjoyable and a place where people can continue to live, learn, play, and grow.

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Village of Diamond 1750 E. Division Street Diamond, Illinois 60416 Phone: (815) 634-8149 Fax: (815) 634-3149 Website: www.diamond.illinois.gov Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00am – 4:30pm Police: (815) 942-0336 (Grundy County Sheriff) Fire District: (815) 634-4700 (Non-Emergency) Coal City Public Library District: (815) 634-4552

Located approximately 52 miles southwest of Chicago and right off the I-55 Corridor, Diamond is conveniently situated. It’s approximately 2,500 residents can enjoy the quaint, small town atmosphere along with a great school district, convenient shopping, services and churches, as well as low taxes and a low crime rate.

Surrounded by beautiful state parks and numerous recreational

opportunities, the Diamond Village Park has become the gathering place for friends, families and festivals. The annual festival, “Diamond Days,” put on by the Diamond Civic Club, is filled with crafts, food, music, rides, entertainment and fellowship, and is sure to provide fun for the entire family. The annual Village Wide Garage Sale is sure to be packed with treasures.

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Welcome from the Mayor of Diamond As Mayor for the Village of Diamond and on behalf of the Village Board, Planning & Zoning Board, employees, and all of our residents, I extend to you our warmest welcome.

We are extremely pleased to offer this resource for all who are interested in learning more about our Village.

Diamond’s unique character is rooted in its 118 year history – a history full of bright people and fascinating tales. Back then newly discovered mines in the area offered opportunities for employment and one area that began to grow was Diamond, located northwest of Braidwood.

Throughout the years Diamond has seen continued growth and improvement. The current Board has focused its attention on several areas, the first being to attract economic development and the second being to improve infrastructure. With those two goals in mind the Village established a TIF District in the Will County portion of our community. This will enable major roadway improvements on IL 113 and Will Road, along with the construction of Smith Road. Also planned is the construction of a new water tower and enclosure of the ditch along Will Road. These improvements and others will position the Village to attract economic development.

The Village continues to pursue grant opportunities for major infrastructure improvements. Last year grant funds were used toward the installation of theme streetlights and a new water treatment plant. A public (Diamond)/private (Developers)/federal (grant) partnership also provided over $2M of intersection and roadway improvements at IL 113 and Will Road. This year the Village will utilize grant funds toward the construction of a new well. In previous years grant funds have been utilized for new sidewalks and toward a new waste water treatment plant.

Our approximately 2,500 residents can enjoy the quaint, small town atmosphere, along with a great school district, convenient shopping, services and churches, nearby beautiful state parks and recreational opportunities, as well as low taxes and a low crime rate, while still having all of the offerings of urban life a short drive away.

The Village Board meets the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month at 6:00 p.m. here at the Village Hall. We encourage you to attend our meetings and become involved in our community. ~ Sincerely, Teresa Kernc, Mayor of Diamond

Diamond History The Village of Diamond is located in Grundy County and Will County, 52 miles southwest of the Chicago Loop, just south of I-80 along the I-55 Corridor. The Village was named after the coal synonym “black diamond” due to the sparkle from the sunlight on the rich black coal. The area attracted coal miners in the early 1870’s and on February 16, 1883 tragedy struck when a mine shaft flooded, killing 74 men and boys. A monument was erected and still stands in Diamond on IL 113 memorializing the event. Incorporated in 1895, the Village nearly disappeared after coal mining ended in the early 1900’s. The Village reincorporated in 1949 and had a population of 1,393 by the end of the century. Today more than 2,500 people call Diamond home.

Diamond, Coal City, Carbon Hill and Goose Lake all send their children to the Coal City Community Unit School District #1 that includes the Early Childhood Learning Center, Elementary School, Intermediate School, Middle School, and High School, which provide award-winning education exceeding state averages in ISAT scores and routinely producing athletes with performances that include state champions.

Shopping choices, services and activities are abundant between the Village of Diamond and neighboring communities – Wilmington, Coal City, Carbon Hill and Braidwood – with travel time of less than 15 minutes to all. They include churches, grocery stores, dollar stores, drug stores, libraries, post offices, banks, child care, beauty salons, auto repair, florists, dance studios, fitness centers, restaurants of all kinds, gas stations, health care providers, dental offices, physical therapy, movie theater, bowling alley, roller skating rink, golf courses, parks, many private recreational clubs offering camping, fishing, boating and swimming, and more. Nearby Kankakee and Des Plaines Rivers also provide a wealth of recreational opportunities.

Diamond residents enjoy the peaceful country setting with low taxes and a low crime rate, while still being within close proximity to urban settings. Traveling through Diamond, visitors will notice there are still open green spaces and farmers fields. Neighborhood children regularly play outside and parents can be seen chatting on the sidewalks. The lifestyle that your grandparents enjoyed can still be found in Diamond.

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Village of Carbon Hill 495 N. Holcomb Street Carbon Hill, IL 60416 Phone: (815) 634-4968 Police: (815) 942-0336 (Grundy County Sheriff) Fire: (815) 634-4700 (Non-Emergency) Coal City Public Library District: (815) 634-4552 Hours: By Appointment Nestled between Morris and Coal City, our uncluttered homes and friendly faces will welcome you. Bike through our area, play ball in our fields, and come celebrate our homecoming in June.

We boast good food, good times, crafts, parade, athletic events and our hometown camaraderie. Good schools, nearby city access, and charming homes make our city yours. Annual Homecoming celebration held in June.

The Village was named after the coal synonym “black diamond” the area attracted coal miners by the early 1870’s. Incorporated in 1895, the village nearly disappeared after coal mining ended in the early 1900’s. Today more than 2,500 people call Diamond home.

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Diamond residents enjoy the peaceful country setting with low taxes, a low crime rate, and great schools, while still being within close proximity to urban settings.

Traveling through Diamond visitors will note there are still open green spaces and fields of corn and beans planted by local farmers.

The lifestyle that your parents and grandparents enjoyed can still be found in Diamond.

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History of Carbon Hill The village of Carbon Hill is situated in Felix Township, Grundy County IL, in the NW 1/4 of Section 34, Twp 33, Range 8. Carbon Hill was surveyed and platted by the Star Coal Co. of Streator, IL in June of 1891 and the village was organized January 25, 1892. Robert Fleming became the first president of the Village, which had a population of 1800 at the time. South of Rathbun St. had the original buildings near the EJ&E RR roundhouse in an area called Runcie’s addition. That area was later dubbed Bunker Hill during the mining strikes. Prior to incorporation, Carbon Hill was just a coal mining camp known as Scotch Hill.

The streets of Carbon Hill were named for officers of the mining company: Holcomb, Perry, and Rathbun. Mining investors Judson, Kangley, and Cameron have streets named for them as well.

In 1900, four coal mines operated around and under the village and the population (which is now about 400) hovered near 2,000 with Scotch, Welsh, English, Irish, Italian, Austrian, Slovenian, as well as African American mining families. Families concentrated in their own neighborhoods and the men met in the dozens of saloons to socially and politically communicate in their native tongues. The baking ovens in town provided a pleasant morning aroma on the way to the mines. The town band performed in the park’s bandstand for evening entertainment. Soc-

cer and Bocce were the prominent sports.

Wooden sidewalks and gas lights provided a turn of the century scene. The business district was filled with stores, a post office, a meat market, an opera hall, a hotel, a livery stable, a blacksmith, the village hall and jail, the Carbon Hill Athletic Club headquarters, the doctor’s house and office, a fire house, a beer house, the EJE RR, depot, and roundhouse, and a variety of yards filled with grape arbors, root cellars, chicken coops, and wells.

The local school opened in September, 1893 and closed during the consolidation of 1955.

Over the years a few taverns, a few gas stations, bait shops, and home based businesses have and continue to exist. The town remains familiar and friendly, maintaining its own identity and government. Citizens pay taxes to the Coal City library, fire, and school districts, and the village purchases its water supply from nearby Coal City. The former Carbon Hill school serves as a local public museum. The coal company gifted the community park to the village to be kept for community use in perpetuity. Thus our well maintained park has been used for family reunions, picnics, ball games, and various fundraisers for over 100 years. Our very successful Carbon Hill Homecoming held its 63rd annual celebration in June, 2013.

Carbon Hill School Museum The museum also opens by appointment for interested individuals, families or groups.

The original 1893 schoolhouse displays hundreds of original artifacts depicting immigrant turn-of-the-century life of families, businesses, and coal mines. Original items include the jailhouse iron doors, soccer trophies and bocce balls, coal mining tools, furniture and household items,old store supplies, Illinois coal reports, maps and plats, and plenty of family memories; there is something to interest everyone.

A significant portion of the north room represents all the coal fields of Grundy and Will Counties in Illinois. In the south classroom you can sit at the desks, read through the old books, see photos depicting our classes and school history, 1893-1955. Three rooms are filled with photographs, artifacts, local memorabilia, kitchen, bedroom and store displays from “the old days,” plus a diorama of Carbon Hill, in its mining heyday, circa 1900.

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Upcoming community Events

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October 6

December 6

June 18-22, 2014

Junior Woman’s Club Open House Coal City Public Library Junior Woman’s Oktoberfest, etc.

Call Cherie at 815-634-2657 or Julie at 815-791-0104 Angels of Hope Annual Candlelight Vigil - 7pm, Campbell Memorial Park 65th Annual Carbon Hill Homecoming

Visit www.coalcity-il.com for Campbell Memorial Park Concerts in the Park and Cruise Nights information & visit www.diamondcivicclub.com for details on Diamond Days activities.

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Coal City Unit School District #1

The Coal City Unit School District #1 proudly serves Coal City, Diamond, Carbon Hill and Goose Lake Township and is comprised of five schools, which are organized in a grade center format as follows: Early Childhood Center—Grades PreK-1 Elementary School—Grades 2-3 Intermediate School—Grades 4-5 Middle School—Grades 6-8 High School—Grades 9-12

District #1 is committed to the continuous improvement of our entire educational program. Therefore, not only is our academic program exemplary, but our students have multiple opportunities to become involved in

excellent extra and co-curricular activities. In order for our students to enjoy the total school experience, I encourage them to become involved in all aspects of their school.

Not only do we enjoy an excellent school system, but we have the benefit of supportive communities filled with people who understand and appreciate the value of education. Parents have many opportunities to get involved in our schools through the PSO, Music Boosters and Athletic Boosters, just to name a few. Our schools are always looking for volunteers to assist in classrooms and throughout the schools. I encourage all of our parents to take an active role in the education of their child(ren).

If you are new to our school district, I welcome you and hope you and your child(ren) enjoy your educational experience. If you are not new, I hope you continue to enjoy the educational opportunities and commitment to continuous improvement provided by District #1.

- Kent A. Bugg, Ph.D., Superintendent

The Coal City High School recently underwent a major construction program that included a 91,000 square foot addition and 18,736 square feet of renovations. It includes new state-of-the-art facilities, such as new science labs and a new auditorium and gymnasium.

The Coal City Early Childhood Center is located on a 15 acre site in Coal City. It serves preschool, kindergarten and first grades. This 73,610 square foot one story facility began construction in May of 2007, and was completed in June of 2008.

Coal City School Unit District #1 Administration Center 100 S. Baima St. Coal City, IL 60416-1663 815-634-2287 phone High School 655 W. Division St. Coal City, IL 60416-1499 815-634-2396 phone

Middle School (6–8 grade) 500 S. Carbon Hill Road Coal City, IL 60416-9526 815-634-5040 phone

Elementary School 300 N. Broadway Coal City, IL 60416-1041 815-634-2334 phone

Intermediate School 305 E. Division St. Coal City, IL 60416-1612 815-634-2182 phone

Early Childhood Center 755 S. Carbon Hill Road Coal City, IL 60416-9527 815-634-5042 phone

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Coal City Parks And Recreation From April 1 through October 31, village park hours are 6 A.M. - 10 P.M.; from November 1 through March 31,village park hours are 6 A.M. - 8 P.M. No parking or utilization of any park facilities is permitted when village parks are closed. Coaler Springs Park District meetings are held on the 1st Tuesday of the month at 7:00 PM at the Middle School Community Room.

Lions Park - Illinois Street, Coal City - baseball, skate park, pavilions, playground equipment.

Tippleway Bike Path Marguerite and Hunters Run, Coal City

North Park - North St and McArdle Rd - tennis courts, soccer fields, pavilion, playground equipment.

Campbell Memorial Park - S. Broadway St, Coal City - pavilion

Big Timber Park (Under development) - Big Timber Dr., Coal City

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Angels of Hope, Inc., NFP Angels of Hope, Inc., was created in July 2005 to serve as beacons of hope for those suffering from the emotional and physical absence of a child. What began as three friends meeting for church projects grew into a discussion of raising infertility awareness and ultimately the desire to bring an Angel of Hope statue to the Village of Coal City, Illinois.

Angels of Hope, Inc. also wishes to increase awareness of the grieving process as it relates to the loss of a child and the loss of fertility through advocacy and public education, with the hope of offering positive support during times of need.

We hope that those who need us will find us and that we are able to provide them with some form of assistance.

For additional information, email angelsofhope.inc.nfp@ hotmail.com.

Coal City Junior WomAn’s Club The GFWC-IL Coal City Junior Woman’s Club has been serving the community of Coal City since 1952. We are part of the world’s largest women’s volunteer service organization, working to make a difference in our local community.

We coordinate projects that affect many families in our community – Octoberfest, Baby Valentine, Fingerprinting for Kids, Easter Scramble, Ice Cream for Reading, Village Tree Lighting, High School Scholarships, Adopt-a-Needy Family, Books for Babies, Illinois Leadership Seminar, and Celebrating Families Writing Competition to name a few.

We also donate monies to several organizations including Children’s Research Foundation, Child Abuse Prevention, American Diabetes Foundation, Lifeline, Grundy County Hospice, Coal City Food Pantry, Under His Wings Women’s Shelter, Les Turner ALS Foundation, and other local organizations.

Upcoming events include the 28th Annual Oktoberfest (Oct 6, downtown Coal City) and an Open House (Sep 18, Coal City Public Library, 6:30 pm). New members are always welcome. If you enjoy volunteering, meeting new people, doing new things, and laughing a lot, then this is the club for you.

For more information, please see our website http://ccjwc.net or call 815-634-4955.

Coal City Touchdown Club The Coal City Touchdown Club is a non-for-profit organization which started in 2003 and was incorporated in 2006. Their goal is to provide support to the Coal City Coaler football program by purchasing equipment and adding other positive influences to the program. They also help to nurture the players and fans experience without burdening the taxpayers of Coal City Unit District #1 with non-traditional expenses.

The Coal City Touchdown Club has provided many needed items to help promote, improve and develop the Coal City Coaler football program in which the kids participate. Past purchased items include the Coaler football tunnel, training/practice/weight room equipment, camera equipment and decorations, and spirit items for the fans at games.

They also coordinate a weekly Wednesday night dinner and player award presentation throughout the football season.

The one and only fundraiser held each year is the annual event.

In its eleventh year, this event will be held in spring 2014. Your entry ticket provides food and drink for 2 people and also gives you a chance to win cash prizes along with the opportunity to bid on a variety of silent auction items including Cubs, Sox and Bears tickets, gift baskets and various other prizes.

The Coal City Touchdown Club is committed to keeping the Coaler tradition alive. For additional information, call Club President Craig Skubic 815-584-6346.

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Cardinal Transport, Inc.

A Place to Cardinal Transport, Inc is an owner-operator trucking transport business. Located in Coal City, the business began in October of 1976. There are now two locations, the corporate office at 7180 E. Reed Road in Coal City, and a satellite office at 85 S. Broadway in Coal City. To this day, it provides transport services to manufacturing industries transporting anything from insulation to aluminum to steel plates and other general commodities, including specialized trailers for products such as wind blades. With authority to haul to 48 states and Canada, we are proud to say we have long-standing owner-operators who have been leased with us for over 30 years, in addition to a long-standing support staff. Cardinal Transport has over 120 agents and 500 plus owner-operators.

It has not only top-notch service but very capable drivers and a well trained staff. All in keeping with the Cardinal Rules: Capability, Dependability, Efficiency and Diversity. These are the Cardinal Rules that drive us toward perfection, rules that will be demanded by the marketplace tomorrow are practiced at Cardinal today. Cardinal Transport will continue to serve its customers to the best of its ability in the upcoming years and to successfully grow its business.

For more information regarding this business, please visit www.cardinaltransport.com.

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Reeves Funeral Home in Coal City Among Nation’s Best For six consecutive years now, the National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA) has honored Matthew Baskerville of Reeves Funeral Homes, Ltd. of Coal City, Morris and Gardner, with its most prestigious recognition, the Pursuit of Excellence Award. This honor, which is the highest commendation in funeral service internationally, is also bestowed to Freitag-Reeves and Baskerville Funeral Home in Wilmington.

Only 147 firms in the world earned this award, placing these funeral homes among the top two percent of funeral service providers in the world.

To earn this award, Reeves Funeral Homes, Ltd and Freitag-Reeves & Baskerville each demonstrate an unparalleled commitment to providing exceptional MATT BASKERVILLE service to grieving families and giving back to their community through unique outreach programs, all while adhering to the highest ethical and professional standards.

Additionally, Reeves is the area’s only funeral home with Certified Funeral Celebrants on staff. Their celebrants work with families to learn and understand the life of their loved one, allowing them to focus on telling the life story of the deceased. The Reeves staff is trained and qualified to creatively translate a person’s life into a meaningful story to present at a funeral or memorial service.

Reeves’ entire family of staff understand relationships and grief.

They possess years of experience, skill, and knowledge to compassionately help survivors through the many areas of decision that occur at a time of loss - and can sensibly guide individuals at a time of pre-planning as well. Thinking about your own funeral can be difficult, and leaves many people feeling uneasy, but more adults are finding

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Riverside Medical Center - West Campus in Coal City provides medical specialists including neurosurgeons and audiologists, as well as primary care physicians, and a broad range of diagnostic services.

This 12,500-square-foot facility is located at 5775 E. Highway 113, just west of Carbon Hill Road on the south side of Illinois Route 113.

A state-of-the-art, freestanding medical campus, Riverside Medical Center - West Campus in Coal City features a comprehensive range of quality medical imaging services, in a setting designed to maximize your comfort and convenience.

A warm, friendly environment where staff is devoted to providing an excellent customer experience. Procedures are performed by caring and qualified technologists.

For an appointment, call (815) 634-0100.

that preplanning their funeral is a very important to them; offering great emotional and even financial security for them and their families.

With preplanning, families find comfort in knowing that the funeral reflects what their loved one wanted. It also gives them peace of mind to not have to make important decisions at a stressful time.

Reeves Funeral Home in Coal City, Morris and Gardner and Freitag-Reeves & Baskerville Funeral Home in Wilmington - are the only local funeral service providers in the area that have their own pre-arrangement staff, designated by the National Funeral Directors Association as Certified Prearrangement Consultants (CPC). Matt along with Violette Baskerville are also both Licensed Life Insurance Producers by the State of Illinois Department of Insurance. With such a license, Reeves offers more choices and options for families who wish to make prearranged, prepaid funeral plans with one of our funeral homes.

Reeves Funeral Home in Coal City is the oldest business in the community - originating in 1924 when established by Wilfred and Anna Reeves.

It is Reeves’ mission, passion and purpose, to provide a personal, meaningful, and healing funeral or memorial experience for every family. They are innovative, progressive, and proactive in designing a tribute to a life lived, and to accomplish this within the framework of ones individual faith, traditions, and customs. But the caring doesn’t stop there - their services do not conclude at the completion of the funeral service. Reeves offers Grief Support Services, Aftercare, Care Notes and Memory Tree Living Memorials, as well as 24-hour support from our own full-time funeral home family. Since 1924, the Reeves family of funeral homes continue to be innovative, and to offer the most complete range of services and options to families in their time of need - every hour, of every day.

D Construction, Inc. D Construction, Inc., located at 1488 S. Broadway in Coal City, is a general contracting firm with extensive experience working on underground utilities, commercial buildings, water & sewer projects, highway construction, petrochemical plants, as well as asphalt and concrete projects. They also own and operate two of their own asphalt plants.

The company was founded in 1982 by Kenneth Sandeno, Sr., with current ownership passed down to Kenneth Sandeno, Tedd Sandeno and Tamara Hansen.

They are very proud in having one of the most intense safety programs in the industry. This is displayed by having full-time safety coordinators on-site, monitoring work projects on a daily basis.

For additional information on D Construction, they can be reached at 815-634-2555.

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Fox Foot & Ankle Fox Foot and Ankle provides top quality podiatric care for three local communities – Coal City, Oswego, and Greater Channahon/Minooka.

Our offices implement many diagnostic and treatment options “in-house,” such as high tech digital x-ray and diagnostic soft tissue ultrasound, providing high quality care in a comfortable, non-intimidating environment, and continue to actively seek out new treatment options; from laser wart removal, ESWT non-invasive treatment for heel pain, to the latest in laser treatments for fungal nails.

We have also added new and improved footwear options that provide the best of both worlds… truly appropriate, comfortable support combined with fashionable looks. Including athletic shoes, flip flops and dress shoes, there are remarkable options available to everyone who is tired of having their feet hurt.

Our ongoing shoe drive for the community to collect new and gently used shoes,“Shoe Share” has been greatly successful to date, with literally 100s of pairs of shoes being redistributed for those who are struggling to make ends meet. “Shoe Share” collection boxes are available at each office location, as well as collection boxes located throughout the community, with contributions being shared with the Kendall County Food Pantry and as seasonally open, PADS of Illinois Valley.

Our new renovated website, www.foxfootandankle.com, ensures easy navigation from prospective to current patients. This site also enables new patients to print and complete new patient information prior to their first appointment, making it easier to provide the

necessary background in properly diagnosing their problem.

Dr. Fox also has a blog from our website, documenting his efforts at undertaking a new fitness routine.

Our qualified staff is also here to help our patients get through the details of their insurance coverage in a way that they understand, while encouraging them to steward their own medical care.

Dr. Fox graduated with his DPM degree (Doctor of Podiatric Medicine) from Des Moines University. He completed his residency at Michigan Hospital Medical Center, encompassing back to back rotating (through all specialties) and surgical rotations. He is currently a member of the APMA (American Podiatric Medical Association, IPMA (Illinois Podiatric Medical Association) and the AAPPM (American Association of Podiatric Practice Management.) Additionally, Dr. Fox has had his office based surgery rigorously evaluated and accredited

by JCAHO (Joint Commission on Accreditation for Healthcare Organizations) to ensure our services are offered at the same standard of those at hospitals.

Our locations are easy to find. The Coal City office is located at 810 E. Division (815-634-2324), in Oswego at 3963 Route 34 (630-551-3338), and our newest office in Minooka at 2081 Ridge Rd. (815-521-9347). Additionally, our website is packed with foot and ankle education… both prevention and treatment. Whether viewing through video, or reading the articles, there is a lot of information to help keep you on your feet!

Gippers II sports club restaurant & banquets In 2005, Nick and Sophia Gkotsis purchased the business at 8455 E. Pine Bluff Road in Coal City, renamed the venue Gippers II Sports Club Restaurant & Banquets, and have been making improvements and upgrades ever since.

The main bar area currently features eleven plasma TV’s, 3 big screen projectors and a wide variety of ice cold draft and craft beers. The newly remodeled outdoor Tiki Bar also offers two full service bars, four plasma TV’s and one big screen projection

set. Live entertainment is available in the Tiki Bar on Friday and Saturday nights as well as Wednesday through Sunday in the main bar area.

Nick & Sophia offer a wide variety of food items on their menu. You can order while sitting at the bar or in their newly remodeled dining room. They make sure that they buy only high quality food but offer their meals at reasonable prices. Weekly specials and new menu items

keep the menu fresh and tasteful.

They also provide a banquet room and catering to accommodate any private party.

Gippers II is open Sunday

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Additionally, if you are not able to come in to the store to buy your parts, we can ship most items directly to you from our distributor. Items in stock at the distributor will usually be received within 5-7 days.

FINANCE AND ACCOUNTING EZ Living RV Financing offers you a variety of RV loan programs. You could own that recreational unit you’ve been looking for sooner and more affordable than you thought!

EZ Living RV Is located just off Route 113 in Diamond at 90 S. Overton.

The sales department is available 7 days a week for your convenience.

For additional information, call 815-458-9103 or look us up on the web at ezlivingrv.com.

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Morris Hospital & Healthcare Centers Morris Hospital & Healthcare Centers has been serving the health care needs of Grundy County residents since 1906.

Located approximately 12 miles northwest of Coal City, the 89-bed Morris Hospital is known for its compassionate and personalized approach to healthcare. This is attributed to the outstanding work of 950 employees, 500 fundraising and service volunteers, and a medical staff of more than 180 physicians representing most medical specialties.

The Emergency Department at Morris Hospital is a Level II Trauma Center, with board-certified emergency medicine physicians who are specially trained to evaluate and treat patients during the early, and often most critical stages of an

illness or injury. For the treatment of minor illness and injuries, Morris Hospital offers immediate care services at the Diagnostic & Rehabilitative Center of Morris Hospital.

The Family Birthing Suites As a Level II trauma center, Morris Hospital offers a higher level at Morris Hospital provides of emergency care provided by specially trained physicians and clinicians. the perfect setting for welcoming unit, a dedicated pediatric unit, occupational a new baby into your life. As a medicine services, and physical, occupaLevel II perinatal care provider, Morris tional and speech therapy.

Hospital is qualified to care for infants Morris Hospital’s commitment to who need a higher level of medical the community is also evident through its care. At the Radiation Therapy Center of free patient transportation service, as Morris Hospital, patients find comfort well as the Lifeline Program which enables in having expert cancer care and the very medically at-risk and older individuals latest technologies close to home. to live independently and with peace-ofMorris Hospital & Healthcare Centers is mind. The hospital offers free, senior also home to a number of skilled exercise classes at the Coal City Public heart specialists who are Library on Mondays and Fridays from experts at detecting early signs 10-11 a.m. and a laboratory draw site at the of trouble. And when it’s Family Physicians of Coal City office, located time to start down the road to at 935 E. Division Street in Coal City. recovery, patients never have For more information, call 815-942-2932 to travel far for an exceptional or go to www.morrishospital.org. cardiac rehabilitation program.

Along with these services, Morris Hospital provides a state-of-the-art intensive care Moms who choose Morris Hospital for the delivery of their baby know they will receive the special attention and exceptional care that makes their experience unforgettable.

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Fossil Collecting Mazonia is well known for Pennsylvanian age fossils. And the elusive Tully Monster, which was designated the Illinois State Fossil in 1989, is only found in and around the Mazon Creek. The Mazon Creek area is one of the most famous fossil producing regions in the world. This area, that runs through Kankakee, Livingston, Will, Grundy and La Salle counties, has produced some the most amazing fossils ever found.

Fossil hunting is restricted, but day permits (required to collect fossils) can be requested from Mazonia Fossil Permit Office, P.O. Box 126, Braceville, IL 60407 or by calling the office at the Mazonia-Braidwood State Fish and Wildlife Area (815) 237-0063. A reporting form is also available for reporting what was found. Excavations and collecting for commercial purposes are prohibited. In addition, fossil collecting is restricted to March 1st to September 30th. In this area, which lies in Grundy and Will Counties, ironstone nodules containing plant remains are found in waste piles of strip and underground mines and at places along Mazon Creek.

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Standard Bank & Trust Co. Standard Bank & Trust Co. originally opened in Gardner as the Exchange Bank in 1871.

It became Standard Bank in 1999 with two locations in Morris and single locations in Wilmington, Gardner and South Wilmington serving these markets for over 140 years.

Shortly after the name change, a new bank was built at the intersection of Route 113 and Kankakee Street, serving the residents of Coal City, Diamond and Carbon Hill.

Standard Bank offers all the traditional bank products, such as checking and savings accounts, C.D.’s, drive-up banking, safe deposit boxes, ATM network, debit card,on line banking, real estate loans for both residential and commercial buildings, home equity loans, reverse mortgages, and one of the largest and most active Senior Citizen

Clubs, called Standard Club 55, in the area.

At the Standard Bank Coal City facility, you have the choice of banking in person with assistance from their personal bankers who are trained to help you with all traditional banking needs, going through the drive-up, or banking from the convenience of your home or office on your computer. No matter how you choose to bank, you will have the security and peace of mind to know your deposits are insured by the FDIC up to $250,000.

To see the full array of traditional banking services and those that are convenient and unique with Standard Bank, stop in and visit with one of their personal bankers, or log on to their website at www.standardbanks.com.......we would love the opportunity to be your bank.

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1370 E Division St. Diamond, IL 60416 Phone: (815) 634-0755

Physical Therapy • Chiropractic Therapy • Massage Therapy New State-of-the-Art, High Performance Therapy and Rehabilitation Equipment in a Large Open Setting, with Six Private Rooms and X-Rays on site

Some of the conditions treated include:

• Neck and Back Pain • Bulging Discs • Pinched Nerves • Rotator Cuff/Shoulder Injuries • Knee and Ankle Injuries • Numbness and Tingling • Elbow and Wrist Injuries • Fibromyalgia • Headaches • Migraines • TMJ Disorders

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ocated just northwest of Coal City, Carbon Hill and Diamond in nearby Morris, Morris Hospital & Healthcare Centers is known for its compassionate and personalized approach to healthcare. If you check the Patient Survey data on www.hospitalcompare.hhs.gov, you’ll find that patients rate Morris Hospital higher than area hospitals.And when it comes to patients who say they would definitely recommend the hospital, Morris Hospital is at the top of the chart.

Along with our outstanding patient care, we are pleased to provide residents of Coal City, Carbon Hill and Diamond with: • A medical staff of more than 180 physicians representing most medical specialties.

• A Level II Trauma Center for emergency care.

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• Diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular services, including angioplasty and stenting, along with a three phase Cardiac Rehabilitation program.

• Beautiful Family Birthing Suites, designated as a Level II obstetrical unit with special care nursery.

• Digital mammography, stereotactic breast biopsy, wideopening MRI, and 64-slice CT scanner, along with the full range of diagnostic imaging services.

• Radiation therapy for cancer treatment.

• Physical, occupational and speech therapy.

• Free diabetes education and counseling services.

• Laboratory services at the Family Physicians of Coal City office.

• Free patient transportation service.

Nicole McKin

For more information, go to www.morrishospital.org

Visit www.hospitalcompare.hhs.gov to see how Morris Hospital compares to other hospitals on patient experience ratings.

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