Wednesday, February 19th, 2025

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Good morning, Joliet. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 19th of February.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Joliet Township High School orchestra celebrates its 120th anniversary by commissioning a custom musical piece for its students, successfully funding the project through a booster-led fundraising initiative. Herald-News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Joliet City Council approved the final members of a new advisory committee tasked with developing the city's first comprehensive plan since the 1950s, aiming for widespread community involvement. Herald-News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ 73 wrestlers from The Herald-News coverage area, including teams like Coal City and Joliet Catholic, are set to compete in the boys individual state finals at the University of Illinois' State Farm Center. Herald-News
- ➤ Joliet West's girls basketball team ended their season with a competitive first half but ultimately fell 58-31 to Homewood-Flossmoor in the regional semifinal. Herald-News
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Open House Showcase at 504 Meeker Avenue
This open house event features a beautifully updated 3-bedroom single-family home with additional living space in the finished basement, located in Joliet, IL.
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Open House for a Spacious Townhome at 553 Berry Ridge Drive
Explore a two-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath townhome with a loft in Joliet, featuring a bright living room, a modern kitchen, and a two-car garage.
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Týr Concert Featuring Aether Realm and Havron
Týr will be performing live alongside Aether Realm and Havron at The Forge in Joliet, IL, offering an all-ages concert experience with reserved and general admission tickets available.
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Rainbow Council Community Pinewood Derby
The Rainbow Council is hosting a community-wide Pinewood Derby where both adults and youth can participate in an exciting racing event.
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Shamrockin' Celebration of Irish Culture
This event showcases traditional and contemporary Irish music, dance, and culture with live performances, an Irish Costume Contest, and community activities.
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Joliet Iron Works Guided Tour
Discover the historical significance of the Joliet Iron Works by exploring its century-old stone foundations with an interpretive naturalist.
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Keb' Mo' and Shawn Colvin Concert
This concert features Keb' Mo' and Shawn Colvin with special guest Paul Kelly at the Rialto Square Theatre in Joliet.
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