Kankakee Podcast

Kankakee Podcast


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#147: Kankakee's Sculptural Heritage, The Barnard Gallery’s Story
April 22, 2024

In this enthralling installment of the Kankakee Podcast, join host Jake LaMore as he delves into the artistic legacy of George Gray Barnard, whose boyhood in Kankakee helped shape a career that would leave an indelible mark on the world of sculpture. Toge

Kankakee East Riverwalk Bid Rejected - Kankakee Podcast News - Friday, April 19th, 2024
April 19, 2024

Join Jake LaMore on this week's episode of Kankakee Podcast News as he brings you the latest headlines from around the area. From incidents like shots fired in Kankakee to heartwarming stories like a Bourbonnais resident making waves on America’s Fun

Seussical Splendor: Behind the Scenes with KVTA's Musical Extravaganza
April 17, 2024

In the latest rollicking installment of the Kankakee Podcast, host Jake LaMore welcomes the vibrant trio from the Kankakee Valley Theater Association (KVTA) - the insightful director Paula Sutter, the versatile actor Tyler McMahon, and the charismatic new

#146: Honoring Heroes: Alexis McCullough's Mission for a Gold Star Memorial
April 15, 2024

In this heartfelt episode of the Kankakee Podcast, host Jake LaMore sits down with the inspiring Alexis McCullough, who is channeling her energy and passion into a noble cause. As an Eagle Scout candidate, Alexis is dedicating her service project to creat

Gun and Drug Seizures, New Music Scholarship - Kankakee Podcast News - Friday, April 12th, 2024
April 12, 2024

In this week's episode of Kankakee Podcast News, host Jake LaMore brings you the latest headlines from the Kankakee area, covering a range of events and developments. From a dramatic high-speed pursuit resulting in arrests to drug and weapons seizure

#145: Aaron Clark on Healing a City: The Kankakee Forgives Initiative
April 08, 2024

In this stirring episode of the Kankakee Podcast, Jake and Aaron Clark take us on a profound journey through the heart of community healing with a pivotal discussion on the transformative power of forgiveness. They sit down with the very founder of the &

1 Teen Dead, 2 Tornadoes, and A New Solar Farm - Kankakee Podcast News - Friday, April 5th, 2024
April 05, 2024

Join Jake LaMore as he delivers the latest local news headlines from Kankakee County in this week's episode of Kankakee Podcast News. In this edition, Jake covers a range of stories from tragic events like the loss of a young life to business develop

#144: Bernie Gorak II: The Journey Through Kenpo
April 01, 2024

In this martial arts-focused edition of the Kankakee Podcast, your guide through all things Kankakee, host Jake LaMore sits down with the esteemed Bernie Gorak II, a man who wears multiple hats as a martial arts instructor, pest control expert, and former

Fatal Crash, Guns Off The Street - Kankakee Podcast News - March 29th, 2024
March 29, 2024

In this episode of Kankakee Podcast News, host Jake LaMore delivers a concise overview of the week's local headlines. From tragic accidents to exciting development projects, listeners will get a snapshot of the community's pulse.Learn about rece

#143: Finding Balance: Amy Kemp Talks Women, Careers, and Community
March 25, 2024

In this heartening installment of the Kankakee Podcast, host Jake LaMore engages in a poignant discussion with Amy Kemp, a guiding light for women navigating the balance between their careers and the unpaid labor of managing a household. In this episode,