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While oil exploration has occurred in the broader Kankakee Valley area, including attempts near Pembroke Township, no commercially viable oil fields or significant ongoing oil production have been established in Pembroke Township or Kankakee County. Relevant Oil Facts Exploration History: Oil exploration has a history in the Kankakee Valley region. An account from the early 20th century describes an oil well being drilled near Thayer (likely in Indiana, but in the general re

Source: by Ethan Rodriguez | October 20, 2025 https://www.acrevalue.com/resources/blog/can-a-property-owner-block-an-easement-a-comprehensive-guide/ Navigating property rights can feel like learning a new language. Between ownership boundaries, access rights, and legal restrictions, few topics create as much confusion as easements. These legal agreements shape how land is used every day, from where utilities run to who can drive across a private road. For many property owners

Source: https://www.momentumminerals.com/who-owns-my-mineral-rights If you’re a landowner asking, “Who owns my mineral rights?”—you’re not alone. The world of mineral rights can be a maze of legal jargon and historical twists, leaving many property owners scratching their heads. Whether you're considering leasing, selling, or simply curious about your rights, understanding mineral ownership is essential. What Are Mineral Rights? Mineral rights refer to the ownership of resour

Energy efficiency is a process that reduces the amount of energy or fuel required to produce a product or service, or to heat and cool...

UPDATES as of 9.27.2025. September 22, 2025 - The Illinois Department of Natural Resources arrived in Pembroke Township to investigate...

Our first Workshop Wednesdays event, Holistic Health Workshop, with Herbalist , Entrepreneur, and CDC Board Member, Marc Haygood, was a...

Kachi Energy Company (KEC), based of Elgin, Illinois, is proposing to develop a 46-megawatt (MW) solar farm in Pembroke Township on the...

Next Volunteer Day @ OKA'N is October 18th. Thanks to Olivet students for the "Get-it-Done" attitude on Volunteer day last Saturday....

To all who attended the PSCC Regional Conference: The regional Prairie State Conservation Coalition [PSCC], Living Lands of Kankakee...

The 2026 Governor’s Volunteer Service Awards application is open and accepting nominees across all regions in Illinois. The GVSA awards honor individual volunteers through a statewide program, highlighting the importance of volunteerism and community service in Illinois. U.S. citizenship is not required for nomination, but Illinois residency is. There is no specific timeline for volunteer activities; all efforts and ongoing projects are eligible. Self-nominations and multip

NAACP leaders cite energy, water usage and a lack of transparency around the project as causes for concern. Source:...

On Saturday, September 20, 2025 at 11 a.m., a parade of local Mexican neighbors and families traveled down the main strip in Pembroke...

Could it be badgers attacking our dogs at night? Yes, badgers are in Hopkins Park and yes, they will kill pets. They are found throughout...

UPDATED: 9.27.2025 (See Investigation Updates: Was a Black Bear Sighted? ) EDITOR'S NOTE: This article contains testimonies that have not...

EJH Legacy, a company based in Scribner, Nebraska, purchased 10 acres of property in the Pembroke-Hopkins Park Community with plans to...

S. Hickory St, Pembroke Township The price of land in Pembroke has risen astronomically over the past 10 years. According to Zillow and...

Of the $2,000 the average American spends annually on energy, $200 to $400 could be going to waste from drafts, air leaks around...

A Pembroke resident's ComEd electric bill. Compare 2025's .08261 kwh (8 cents per kilowatt hour) to 2024's .05370 kwh (5 cents per...

Our Old Melissa Daycare building has been transformed into a new community events and youth activities center taking on its new name,...

ComEd has a new energy assistance program to improve the energy efficiency of your home called “Whole Home Electric.” Residential...