
Kankakee Podcast
A podcast about the people and places of Kankakee County, IL. Hosted by, Jake LaMore.
Podcasting since 2021 • 293 episodes
Kankakee Podcast
Latest Episodes
Three Lives Lost in Fiery Crash and More Stories - Kankakee Podcast News - Friday, April 25th, 2025
In this week's Kankakee Podcast News, we cover a tragic crash that claimed three lives on Cobb Blvd, and a local volunteer effort that brought together 170 people to tackle cleanup projects across Kankakee. Plus, updates on the latest developme...
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#199: City of New Orleans: The Song That Put Kankakee on the Musical Map
In this episode of the Kankakee Podcast, host Jake LaMore takes listeners for a musical ride through the story of “City of New Orleans,” the legendary train song that forever tied Kankakee to the annals of Americana. With music clips from Steve...
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Episode 199
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Kankakee River Dredging Project Kicks Off and More Stories - Kankakee Podcast News - Friday, April 18th, 2025
In this episode of Kankakee Podcast News, we cover exciting developments in the community, including the long-awaited dredging of the Kankakee River, a new pathway coming near Perry Farm, and the 25th anniversary celebration of the Kankakee Val...
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#198: Stories From April’s Yarn Factory Listeners
In this vibrant episode of the Kankakee Podcast, host Jake LaMore brings us into the April 2025 Yarn Factory storytelling event recorded live in Downtown Kankakee. Taking place at the Venue Lounge, the evening shines with the animated narrative...
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Episode 198
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Manteno Trustee Appointment Sparks Backlash and More Stories - Kankakee Podcast News - Friday, April 11th, 2025
This week on Kankakee Podcast News: A “Hands Off” rally draws a crowd downtown, controversy stirs in Manteno over a last-minute trustee appointment, and a long-stalled housing project in Kankakee may finally see new life. Plus, local s...
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