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Joliet
Tuesday, March 10th, 2026
Good morning, Joliet. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 10th of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Baby’s Cheesesteak and Lemonade, a family-owned restaurant known for its cheesesteaks+lemonade, is now open at 201 N. Ottawa St. in downtown Joliet. Established in Country Club Hills in 2006, the eatery also serves Philly rolls and catfish. Herald-News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Bicentennial Park will feature local arts this spring with plays from two high schools running March 12–15, a free poetry open mic on April 11 led by Uxmar Torres, and a Shades of Noir performance on April 18 — each event highlighting local talent. The city will also host a Bridge to Broadway drama camp for youth from June 15–July 9 and July 11–12 at the park. Herald-News
- ➤ Marvel comic book artist Jerry DeCaire will chat about his decades-long experience and create artwork at the downtown library on March 21 from noon to 3 p.m. during a *free event* for teens and adults where autographed drawings will be given away, and registration is required. Herald-News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Illinois nearly doubled eligibility for ABLE savings accounts after State Treasurer Michael Frerichs announced on Monday, Mar. 9 that anyone whose disability began before age 47 can open an account that lets them save tax-free for qualified expenses, expanding the program to an estimated 250,000 more residents. FOX 32
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Will County Pets of the Week features six adoptable animals from local humane societies, detailing each pet’s personality and adoption contacts for families seeking a new companion. The piece highlights Miley the terrier, Woodrow the rescued cat, Daphne the husky mix, Joey the tabby, Filip and Dajana. Herald-News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Seneca High School softball returns eight starters including standout pitcher Tessa Krull (34-2 record last season) as it prepares for a home opener against Geneseo on Thursday. The team faces a challenging schedule early in the spring that will test their readiness for postseason play. Herald-News
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J.I. The Prince Concert
8 PM - 1 AM — The Forge — Tickets starting at $19.95 — Experience the magic of J.I.'s emotional melodies and stories of resilience in a live performance.
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El Mago Magic Show
1-2 p.m. — White Oak Library District: Romeoville Branch — Registration required — Experience a captivating bilingual magic show with El Mago.
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Glenn Hughes Concert
6-9 p.m. — The Forge — Ticket prices vary — Experience the iconic 'Voice of Rock' live in a premier music venue.
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Men’s Baseball Game vs Joliet Junior College
3-5 p.m. — Joliet Junior College — Free entry — Catch the Bulldogs in action as they take on Joliet Junior College with the first pitch at 3 p.m.
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