Family's Landscaping Business Reopens Following Deadly Kankakee County Tornado

Family's landscaping business reopens following deadly Kankakee County tornado

A small family-owned business is cleaning up and rebuilding after it was hit by an EF-3 tornado earlier this month in Kankakee County. Tholens’ Landscape and Garden Center, located on the far south side of the community, had significant structural damage after the tornado touched down right across the street and barreled through its facility, but Wednesday the owner told NBC Chicago they’re making progress and decided to reopen their doors. Staf…

Kankakee County, Illinois Officials Urge Storm Clean-Up Safety Precautions Today Following Tornado Damage

Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Kankakee, IL – Local officials are warning residents and cleanup crews to remain cautious as recovery efforts continue across Kankakee County following last week’s destructive tornado. According to the Kankakee County Emergency Management Agency, the advisory was issued Wednesday as crews continue working in impacted areas where dangerous…