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Joliet
Friday, April 17th, 2026
Good morning, Joliet. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Uni Uni Boba Joliet is holding its grand opening and ribbon cutting today at noon (1504 Essington Road, Suite 1) as it introduces bubble tea and snacks that bring Taiwanese flavors to the community. Herald-News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Los Lonely Boys will perform their Texican rock at the Rialto Square Theatre on Friday, April 24. Tickets start at $38 and the trio recently released (Resurrection) to revive their signature blend of blues and rock. Herald-News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Prime Healthcare received unanimous approval from the Illinois Health Facilities and Services Review Board on Tuesday to purchase Franciscan Health Olympia Fields in suburban Olympia Fields. The 214-bed hospital is expected to join the system around May 1, supporting continued access to quality care for local residents. Herald-News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Newman beat Eastland 10-0 on Wednesday, April 15 with a strong team performance - Jameson Hanlon went 4 for 4 while Michael Morse drove in four runs to boost their record to 11-1. Coach Kenny Koerner praised the effort that made the win possible. Herald-News
- ➤ Preview capsules for the 2026 boys track & field season highlight key athletes and team goals at local schools in the Herald-News area, including Joliet Catholic, as coaches focus on building state meet contenders; teams from Bolingbrook, Coal City and others are set to compete this season. Herald-News
- ➤ Friday Night Drive highlighted top returning linebackers including players from Carmel, Joliet Catholic and Mount Carmel. They posted impressive defensive stats last season and hold offers from major colleges as teams prepare for the 2026 IHSA football season. Herald-News
- ➤ Plainfield East's softball team beat Oswego East 5+4 after Iliana Smith's home run and a key drive in the fifth turned the game on Thursday. Coach Rebekah Grimes said the win boosts confidence in conference play. Herald-News
- ➤ Joliet West beat Plainfield North 11-0 on Thursday afternoon in a five-inning baseball game to earn its third straight win. Coach John Karczewski (pitching coach) said strong pitching and timely hitting helped the Tigers win. Herald-News
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Shining Star - Earth, Wind & Fire Tribute
8-11 p.m. — Hollywood Casino Joliet — Tickets required — Groove to the iconic hits of Earth, Wind, and Fire in a night of nostalgia and energetic music.
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Chicago Lithuanian Opera's 70th Anniversary Production
3-6 p.m. — Rialto Square Theatre — Tickets from $84 — Experience a charming performance of Friedrich von Flotow’s romantic comic opera Martha with a celebration of Lithuanian culture.
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NHRA Route 66 Nationals
3:30-7:30 a.m. — Route 66 Raceway — Tickets starting at $114 — Experience the thrills of drag racing at this must-see motorsport event.
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South Side Exiles Rooftop Concert
7-10 p.m. — Joliet Area Historical Museum — $16 General Public, $14 Museum Members — Enjoy classic rock tunes from the South Side Exiles on the rooftop.
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World of Food Trucks
11 AM – 3 PM — Gregory B. Bott Community Park — Free entry — Sample global cuisines from Chicagoland's favorite food trucks in a family-friendly festival.
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