Friday, March 14th, 2025

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Good morning, Joliet. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 14th of March.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Pritzker told more than 1,200 educators at the IEA meeting on Thursday that proposed federal cuts would take away $3.5 billion from schools + hurt key services like school meals and special support. He warned that both urban and rural districts will face big challenges if the cuts go into effect. FOX 32
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Herald-News previews the 2025 area softball season with teams from Bolingbrook, Coal City, Joliet, Lincoln-Way, Lemont, Lockport, Minooka, Morris, Plainfield, and Providence aiming to improve on last season’s records—coaches highlighted key returning stars and strong newcomers as they set their sights on conference and regional titles. Herald-News
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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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West Fest at Lincoln-Way West High School
The annual West Fest offers a day filled with food, coffee, and live music performances to support the school's music programs.
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Randy Travis: More Life Tour
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Rialto Square Theatre — Tickets from $39.50 — Experience the comeback of country legend Randy Travis with his iconic hits performed live.
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Visions of Atlantis Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — The Forge — $25.00-$35.00 — Experience an evening of melodic metal with Visions of Atlantis and Sacred Dawn.
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Bonfire: A Tribute to AC/DC
7:30-11:55 p.m. — The Forge — Tickets from $10 — Rock out to Bonfire paying homage to AC/DC with an electrifying performance.
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