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Joliet
Saturday, March 21st, 2026
Good morning, Joliet. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Talaria is hiring retired police officers plus veterans to safely transport cash from cannabis sales. Based in Joliet, the company announced the initiative on Friday, Mar. 20 and it plans to deploy its team soon. FOX 32
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ World Ballet Company will present 'Cinderella' at Rialto Square Theatre downtown on Thursday, April 16. The production will feature 40 international dancers, over 150 hand-sewn costumes and enchanting choreography by Marina Kesler as tickets start at $39. Herald-News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Former Hufford student Christian Pantoja is working as an electrical apprentice on the new Hufford Junior High School construction site — the 171,000 sqft building, funded by a $99.5 million bond, will open in August 2026 and host open houses April 18. Herald-News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Stepping Stones Recovery Home for Women and Children in Joliet held its opening ceremony on Mar. 13, with U.S. Rep. Bill Foster, state Rep. Natalie Manley, and Illinois Supreme Court Justice Mary Kay O’Brien plus local leaders highlighting the new facility’s mission to support its community. Herald-News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Joliet Catholic beat De Smet Jesuit on Friday with a final score of 10 to 8. Derrick Pomatto and Josh Perez, each going 3 for 4 with three RBI, powered the win with five runs scored in the fourth inning. Herald-News
- ➤ Friday Night Drive has spotlighted 10 top high school receivers, including Montini’s Damacio Ortegon, to watch this fall on Illinois prep gridirons. The report offers key stats — past season catches and future potential—that help local fans know what to expect as teams gear up for the season. Herald-News
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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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Forever K-Pop: A Celebration Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Rialto Square Theatre — Tickets start at $39 — Experience an electrifying tribute to the global K-pop phenomenon with high-energy performances and visual spectacle.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Time magnifies the margin between success and failure. It will multiply whatever you feed it.
~ James Clear
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