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Thursday, February 5th, 2026
Good morning, Joliet. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Homeowner Wally Czwodzinski and daughter Isabelle partnered with Will County Habitat for Humanity to transform viral blinking lights from a Plainfield house into a fundraiser for affordable housing; donations are accepted through the end of Friday + the winner will be announced on Saturday via social media. Herald-News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ This weekend, Will County offers a variety of events. On Friday, Jamo’s Live in Mokena features country music and line dancing, on Saturday The Roxy in Lockport and The Forge in Joliet host Sinatra and Nirvana tribute shows, and on Sunday Four Rivers Environmental Center in Channahon holds a yoga hike. Herald-News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox said Dry January—held last month—highlighted the health benefits of abstaining from alcohol, as experts warned that even moderate drinking increases cancer risks and urged locals to make informed lifestyle choices. Herald-News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ In Wednesday's high school basketball games, Gardner-South Wilmington won 74-30 over Iroquois West with Leondre Kemp scoring 22 points, Yorkville Christian beat Joliet Catholic 73-58 on the Bucks' home court, and Clifton Central edged Reed-Custer 70-55 while Benet outscored Joliet Catholic in girls play. Herald-News
- ➤ IC Catholic Prep sophomore Grant Bowen, son of former NFL player Matt Bowen, earned more than a dozen Power 4 offers after his breakout season and met daily with college coaches at the dean’s office. The 6-foot-4 two-way player plans to improve on defense & expand his role for his junior season. Herald-News
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Emo Night LIVE featuring All American Throwbacks
8 PM – 12 AM — The Forge — Ticket required — Relive the emo era with live performances and a vibrant atmosphere at The Forge.
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Winners Win Pro Wrestling Event
6-10 p.m. — Hollywood Casino Joliet — All ages entry — Experience the excitement of family-friendly pro wrestling at the brand new casino venue.
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Shamrock Showdown Wrestling Event
4-8 p.m. — St. Joseph Park — $20 General Admission / $25 Front Row — Watch top Midwest wrestlers including the return of Pauly Thomaselli in an exciting 8-man tag match.
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