WVLI News Update
Stay informed with "WVLI News Update", the podcast that reports on local news stories with expert analysis and engaging commentary. Join Rob West, as he explores the political, economic, and social factors shaping the Kankakee area. Listen everyday, at your convenience, for all your local news.
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WVLI News Update
Monday, December 1, 2025
- Notable night Sky News for December 1st
Time now to find out what's going on overhead this week. With our Notable Night Sky News, here's Madeline Shepley, Astronomy Professor and Director of the Strickler Planetarium at Olivet
- Sounds of the Season this weekend
It's another sure sign that Christmas isn't far away, Sounds of the Season is coming up this weekend at Olivet. Music Department Chair Neal Woodruff tells us what you can expect (Woodruff) Sounds of the Season is Friday and Saturday night at Olivet's Centennial Chapel. Reserved seating tickets and general admission tickets are available at Brushfire/Olivet
- IHSA postpones championship games
Several Illinois High School Association state championship football games are being moved to this week following this weekend's winter storm. The IHSA announced that the postponed Class 6A and Class 5A state title games will be played tomorrow at Illinois State's Hancock Stadium in Normal. The Class 8A and Class 7A games will be played at Northern Illinois' Huskie Stadium on Wednesday.
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