Good morning, Joliet.

Brother John’s Big Bad Mardi Gras Band will perform at the Joliet Area Historical Museum’s indoor theater at 7 p.m. Friday, Feb.

27, playing New Orleans jazz, funk and Caribbean tunes; doors open at 6:15 p.m. with a beverage bar + snack vendor and free entry to museum exhibits.

Jacque Herrera, the new GM of Chicagoland Speedway set to bring back NASCAR racing this summer, will join three other leaders at the Women’s History Month Panel Luncheon on March 5 at the Jacob Henry Mansion Victorian Ballroom in Joliet.

Joliet is inviting local performers, instructors and arts organizations to apply for the 2026 events lineup at City Square and Bicentennial Park — selected applicants will receive compensation and have their talents showcased in community programming.

Residents in Joliet can improve home air quality as Omega Plumbing, Heating and Cooling now offers professional assessments and installations of UV air purification systems and humidifiers — a solution that helps families reduce allergens and improve comfort.

A clean dryer vent improves energy efficiency and reduces fire risks, letting dryers run shorter cycles and lowering bills.

Homeowners in Will County can schedule professional service from Dryer Vent Wizard for proper airflow.

IHSA member schools approved a change to the 2026 football season with first practice set for Wed, Aug.

5 and players required to complete 12 sessions before games (vote margin 290 to 245 with 75% turnout).

Joliet West boys basketball team won its 10th straight game with a 58-23 win Friday night against Plainfield Central.

Coach Jeremy Kreiger said the team is ready for the 4A playoffs — they have been sharpening skills ahead of postseason play.

Joliet West girls bowling captured the sectional title at Town and Country Lanes on Friday with senior Emily Michon posting a 1,194 series, and teammates Gianna Mendoza, Mia Antomez, Malorie Berry, and Samantha French qualified for state next weekend (Minooka placed second and Lincoln-Way West also qualified).

In Friday night's boys basketball game, Plainfield South won 49-42 over Joliet Central as Isaiah Robertson scored nine points and grabbed nine rebounds, finishing with a game-sealing dunk in the final minute.

Lincoln-Way West ended an eight-game road skid with a 51—44 win at Bradley-Bourbonnais Friday night.

Senior forward Eiden Kubilius led with 16 points as key plays from Aidan Bach and Drake Been secured the Warriors' first win there in 10 years.

Lockport senior Addie Way shined on Feb.

12 as she scored a career-high 19 points on senior night to push the Porters to a 50-42 win against York at Lockport Township High (following her December recovery).

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.

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.