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Friday, April 25th, 2025
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Good morning, Joliet. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 25th of April.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Fourteen Joliet-area school districts were awarded over $63,000 today through the School District Library Grant Program to purchase new books+ e-books, audiobooks, and tech supplies. The funds will upgrade library resources+ improve access to learning materials for students. Herald-News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Joliet West edged Plainfield South 2 to 1 in a key conference matchup when Emma Vugteveen scored her second goal in the 60th minute — giving the Tigers a 9 to 6 record and a chance at a top-four spot — and Plainfield South will host Plainfield East on Monday. Herald-News
- ➤ Plainfield North senior Max Barriball, returning after elbow surgery, pitched five shutout innings with 10 strikeouts to help his team beat Oswego 3-2 on April 24th. Despite a rocky first inning, he carried a near no-hitter into the fifth and marked a strong comeback. Herald-News
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We Can Be Heroes Performance
2:30 p.m. — Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park — $5 — Experience an original radio-style storytelling and poetry showcase exploring heroism by local writers.
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Colors of Sound: The Palette of Renewal
4-8 p.m. — Suite One — Free entry — Unleash your creativity while embracing sobriety through art and soundscapes.
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Rival Sons Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Rialto Square Theatre — Tickets starting at $45 — Experience an electrifying live performance from the acclaimed rock band Rival Sons.
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2025 Illinois Route 66 Red Carpet Corridor Festival
7 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Joliet Area Historical Museum — Free entry — Discover family fun along the historic Route 66 with local events, food, and unique experiences.
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CoComelon: Sing-A-Long LIVE
2:00 – 3:30 PM — Rialto Square Theatre — Tickets from $35 — Experience a musical adventure with JJ and friends as families sing and dance to beloved CoComelon songs.
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FEUD TRIVIA BATTLE ROYALE
6-8 p.m. — McBride's Pub & Grille — Free to play — Engage in a thrilling Family Feud-style trivia competition for exciting prizes and a hefty jackpot.
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#IMOMSOHARD Comedy Show
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Rialto Square Theatre — Tickets available from $49 — Experience a night of laughter with the IMomSoHard comedy show.
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The Nocturnal Affair Concert
6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Forge — Tickets from $20.00 — Enjoy an evening of rock with Fozzy and Liliac at this all-ages concert event.
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Open House at 7014 Grantham Drive
4-6 p.m. — 7014 Grantham Drive — $349,900 — Discover a stunning tri-level home with a finished basement and a beautiful backyard swimming pool.
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Mother's Day Brunch
10 AM - 2 PM — Renaissance Center — Adults $60 | Children $20 — Celebrate the love and strength of mothers with a delightful brunch experience.
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