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Friday, March 13th, 2026
Good morning, Joliet. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Forever K-Pop: A Celebration Concert will perform at Rialto Square Theatre in downtown Joliet Friday, April 17 with live vocals+ energetic choreography and bold visuals. Tickets start at $39 and are available at Ticketmaster or the Rialto Box Office. Herald-News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Developers of the proposed Joliet data center have pledged up to $100 million to improve sidewalks, streets, and city services if the project is approved. City Council will vote on the proposal Monday at 5:30 p.m. in the meeting room. Herald-News
- ➤ Will County EMA will host its free 'When Seconds Matter: Public Preparedness Workshop' at Reed-Custer High School in Braidwood on March 28. Exhibits start at 8:30 a.m. with presentations at 9 a.m. as experts cover severe weather and nuclear readiness for attendees 12 and older. Herald-News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Herald-News preview capsules detail high school baseball for 2026, highlighting team records and key players. Joliet schools such as Joliet Catholic and Joliet Central are set to compete with coaches emphasizing experienced players and promising newcomers — the season promises dynamic play. Herald-News
- ➤ At Seneca High School on Thursday, Mar. 12, the Fighting Irish came from behind to beat Geneseo 4-1 — Aurora Weber’s bloop single sparked a late rally — and Coach Brian Holman praised the win for boosting team spirit. Herald-News
- ➤ Five standout baseball players from the Herald-News area are set to shine this upcoming season. The watchlist includes Sean Hogan from Joliet West, Michael Pettit from Lincoln-Way West, Zane Caves from Minooka, Anthony Farina from Lockport, and Sam Finn from Plainfield North — each with impressive stats from last season and high expectations. Herald-News
- ➤ Joliet West lost 16-8 to Sandburg in its season opener on Thursday, Mar. 12 in Joliet. The game featured several close plays, including one where Ella Featherston looked to the umpire at second base (shown in photos). 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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