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Minooka Community High School (MCHS) has been recognized in the 2025-2026 Best High Schools rankings released by U.S. News & World Report.

Minooka Community High School announces Hall of Fame induction events for October

Minooka Community High School (MCHS) will host two events to induct the Class of 2025 into its Athletic Hall of Fame.

Grundy County Chamber welcomes Gilted Edge Winery as newest member

Gilted Edge Winery has joined the Grundy County Chamber of Commerce & Industry as a new member.

PFLAG Morris / Grundy Area celebrates first anniversary with community event

PFLAG Morris / Grundy Area marked its first anniversary last week with a community event at Keg Grove Brewing in Morris.
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Minooka Community High School District plans annual open house for August

Minooka Community High School District 111 will hold its annual Open House for families on Monday, August 25, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. The event will take place at both campuses.

Heritage Woods of Minooka showcases back-to-school fashion trends

Come to Heritage Woods of Minooka to see all the latest back-to-school fashions.

Eggventure Cafe celebrates grand opening in Minooka with support from local chamber

Eggventure Cafe has opened its doors at 410 W. Mondamin St. in Minooka, marking the occasion with a grand opening celebration on July 12.

Minooka Community High School opens fall sports tryouts for students

Students at Minooka Community High School are being encouraged to participate in fall sports tryouts.

Vintage Faire returns to downtown Minooka on July 27

Come to downtown Minooka this Sunday for the Vintage Faire, an event celebrating all things vintage.

Minooka completes phase 2 development at Aux Sable Springs Park

Minooka has celebrated the completion of Phase 2 of Aux Sable Springs Park, marking a significant expansion and improvement of the park facilities.

Ferguson's Super Bowls expands services into Morris area

Ferguson's Super Bowls has announced its expansion into the Morris and Grundy County area, providing portable restroom services.

Minooka Community High School District announces sale of PE uniforms and spirit wear

Please note that any students who need MCHS PE uniforms for the coming year may purchase them directly from Ken Woody’s website here.

Furry Haven Premium Pet Care opens with ribbon-cutting ceremony in Minooka

MINOOKA – A new pet care business, Furry Haven Premium Pet Care, has opened in Minooka.

How many students are enrolled at Minooka Primary Center in 2023-24 school year?

Enrollment at Minooka Primary Center rose compared to the previous year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Freshmen experience set for August 6 at South Campus

Incoming freshmen are invited to participate in the Freshmen Experience event on August 6 at South Campus.

2023-24 school year sees 491 students enrolled at Minooka Elementary School

Enrollment at Minooka Elementary School fell compared to the previous year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

581 students enrolled at Aux Sable Elementary School in 2023-24 school year

Enrollment at Aux Sable Elementary School fell compared to the previous year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Gift shop Apple Butter & Shugie's relocates within downtown Morris

One of downtown Morris's well-known destination shops, Apple Butter & Shugie’s, has moved to a new location.

Sponsorship opportunities available for local athletics program

Are you interested in sponsoring the athletics program?

Minooka’s July 2 weather: A 15-Year history

Over the last 15 years, temperatures on July 2 have ranged from a high of 94°F in 2012 to a low of 53°F in 2015, according to Open-Meteo.